Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and Garbage city
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $63 / person
- Location
- Giza, Egypt
- Languages
- AR, DE, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Alacart Travel Egypt
Description
You will piked up by your private tour guide to El Mokattem Mountain to Saint Simon Monastery.Simon the Tanner was a craftsman saint who lived during the 10th century and the cave church that was dedicated to him. There are seven cave churches carved into the nearby Moqattam Mountain. The Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner is the largest.Then back to your hotel.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $63
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $18
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $119.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cave Church
Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and Garbage city There are a lot of hidden treasures in Egypt that tourists never know about. Among these, there is the magnificent Cave Church or Simon Church or samaan el kharaz monastery in Arabic in the Mokattam Mountain. Simon the Tanner was a craftsman saint who lived during the 10th century and the cave church that was dedicated to him. There are seven cave churches carved into the nearby Moqattam Mountain. The Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner is the largest. This church was named AFTER Virgin Mary and ST. Simon the Tanner, in commemoration of the miracle of transferring the Moqattam Hill that is why Moqattam called Miracle mountain. Virgin Mary has made her revelation to pope Abram to announce upon who sew hands the transference of the hill would take place Current monastery seats 20,000 people around a central pulpit
What's included
Included
Entrance fees
Pick up and Drop off Service
Transfer by A/C Vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Professional tour guide
Parking fees
Not included
Tips
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up
How it compares in Giza
- Starting price $63 is 15% above the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Giza
Excurgo comparison of 1,478 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and Garbage city take?
Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and Garbage city lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and Garbage city cost?
Prices start at $63 per person for this Giza experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $119. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and Garbage city run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM.
How much does Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and Garbage city cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $18, adults from $63.
Can I cancel Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and 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. We pick up Pickup points include Grand Pyramids Hotel.
What languages is Saint Simon Tanner Monastery in El Moqattem and Garbage city offered in?
The experience is available in AR, DE, EN, IT, FR, 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?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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