half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city
4.0(4)Cairo2 hours
VIATOR3.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(2)
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$13 / person
Location
Cairo, Egypt
Rating
4.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
Languages
AR, EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Hesham Egypt tour guide
Description
Saint Simon the Tanner (St. Sama'an, in Arabic) lived towards the end of the tenth Century when Egypt was ruled by the Fatimid Caliph, Al- Muizz and Anba Abram was the Coptic Pope. At the time, the Copts (Christians) in Egypt were engaged in handicrafts. St Simon worked in one of the crafts widespread in Babylon (Old Cairo) which was tanning, a craft still known there till this day
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9 times a day, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 16
Adult (ages 6–80)
$13
Child (ages 1–5)
$10
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $30.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
best seller all inlcude
car+driver+guide+koshhy lunch or flafel or mix grill chicken and Kofta
Pickup included
car+Driver only
car+Driver only
Pickup included
car+driver+guide
car+driver+guide
Pickup included
Itinerary
Cave Church
Admission included120 min
Saint Simon the Tanner (St. Sama'an, in Arabic) lived towards the end of the tenth Century when Egypt was ruled by the Fatimid Caliph, Al- Muizz and Anba Abram was the Coptic Pope.
The Monastery, located on the opposite side of the road leading to the Citadel contains seven Churches and Chapels hidden in a series of caves in the Mokattam (Muqattam) hills.
Reaching the monastery is quiet a difficult approach. Amazingly, the people there will point you in the right direction knowing your destination without even been asked.
According to Coptic sayings, the Caliph Al Muizz, an enlightened man, was fond of literacy gatherings and inviting different religious leaders to debate in his presence with neither anger nor contention.
The Caliph saw in this an opportunity to remove the mountain that was spoiling his view. At the same time,
What's included
Included
Qualified Egyptologist tour guide(based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Not included
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
only cairo down town and giza hotel only
nasr city , new cairo , new settlemnt , 6th October city ,airports and its surrounding (out of
meeting point)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Cairo
Starting price $13 is 67% below the typical $40 for tours of similar length in Cairo
Excurgo comparison of 9,646 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city take?
half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city cost?
Prices start at $13 per person for this Cairo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $30. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
How much does half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city cost for children?
Children aged 1–5 pay from $10, adults from $13.
Can I cancel half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. only cairo down town and giza hotel only
nasr city , new cairo , new settlemnt , 6th October city ,airports and its surrounding (out of
meeting point) Pickup points include Gardenia Pyramids view inn, Richard Pyramids Inn Hotel.
What languages is half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city offered in?
The experience is available in AR, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is half-day Saint Simon monastery ,Cave church Garbage city worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Hesham Egypt tour guide.
Reviews(4)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Jack_S
July 30, 2021 · via Viator
cave church and Coptic history
Mina was our guide. He was very knowledgeable and complimented the Church guide. Excellent
use of English which is very important! very nice church's I got learned about Coptic history and the rituals we passed through garbage city with close window , I saw local life .
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always hesham Egypt tour guide 00201283078720
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austinman89
February 29, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
St. Simon Cave Church
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. It is a unique experience in Cairo and definitely worth it to see for yourself. Theresa was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cairo.
Operator response
Dear our respected client ,
, We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes
our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience
We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation
Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always
hesham Egypt tour guide
F
Freerangegeologist
December 1, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Saint Simon's church and suburb
Very interesting, in a safe environment. Theresa was great company and very knowledgeable about old Cairo.
Operator response
Dear our respected client ,
, We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes
our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience
We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation
Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always
hesham Egypt tour guide
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