Discover the Hidden Gems of Islamic and Coptic Cairo

Begin your day with a pick-up from your hotel in Giza or Cairo, where your guide will take you on a captivating journey through Old Cairo. First, explore Coptic Cairo, home to a beautiful church built atop an ancient fortress. Marvel at its stunning wooden ceilings and intricate icons. Then, visit the significant church believed to have been built on the site where the Holy Family rested during their flight to Egypt, and admire its unique architecture and historical importance. Lastly, discover a historic synagogue, thought to be built on the site where baby Moses was found, and appreciate its beautiful architecture and rich history.

then move to Christian Coptic Cairo with a visit to the Hanging Church, so named for its location above the entrance to the ancient Roman fortress. Explore the intricate architecture and history of Abu Serga Church and the nearby synagogue, where the Holy Family is believed to have rested.

Next, head to El-Moez Street to discover the Qalawan Complex. Begin at the entrance of this 13th-century masterpiece and marvel at the stunning Islamic architecture. Continue to the School of El-Zaher Baroque and Hummam El-Sultaan Inal, the first spa from the Islamic era, before heading to the Sabil of Agha El-Salihder, where you can learn about the ancient water filtration system. Visit Bayt al-Suhaymi, the most magnificent house of the era.

tic dinner at Zeeyara, where Egyptian cuisine is both preserved and elevated. Afterward, your guide will drop you off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza.