Private tour in Cairo Nesreen E

Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
  • $ 110 USD

The City of the Deads the Monastery of St. Simon and the Garbage City

Tour #1369923
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Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

up to 2 people

5 hours

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

Overview of your Cairo tour:

Combining the visit to the Garbage City in Moqqatam, the Monastery of St. Simon and the serenity of the City of the Deads, seems like the literal meaning of a unique off the beaten track day in the exuberant lively ,yet mysterious Cairo city. Cruising into the city of the deads ,with the earliest tombs from the 13th centuray all the way till the current graveyards and closely walk around and observe respectfully their unusual patterns of adaption and survival amongst the dead quarter. Explore the Garbage City: Witness the community built around recycling and waste management. Learn about the lives of the Zabbaleen (garbage collectors) and their sustainable practices. Visit Recycling Workshops: . Transfer to Monastery of St. Simon: Head to the Monastery of St. Simon, also known as the Cave. Discover the remarkable architecture of the cave church and learn about its history and significance. Panoramic View. The wall murals backdrop is a must see if available . Lunch i.

Your Cairo tour itinerary

-Pickup from Hotel -Drive around the City of the Deads and visit Ibn Barquq Complex, Qaitbay Complex and walk around the locals and convers with them. -Drive up the Moqqatam hill through the garbage city and around the collectors for two miles. -Arrive at the community center of sustainability -Delve into a journey back to the early days of Christianity, the sculptures on the mountain describe the Holy flight of Virgin Mary and baby Jesus Christ and the subsequent miracles that took place at the mountain shaking on the supplications of the devout prayers. -Contemplate the greatness of the biggest auditorium in Africa and take in the breathtaking panoramic view of Cairo from the monastery's vantage point. -Embark on an exhilarating zip line experience . Optional Activities: Depending on the adventure park's offerings, you may have the opportunity to try other activities such as rock climbing, rappelling, or hiking. -Lunch in a local restaurant (optional)

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Transportation Details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Air conditioned SUV

What's included
  • Private Guide
  • Private Transportation
  • Other: mineral water
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. Climbing 80 LE Low Ropes 100 LE High Ropes 140 LE Captain Ropes 150 LE Zipline 150 LE Giant Swing 150 LE Via Ferrata 160 LE Professional photography sessions
  • Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

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  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

City Highlights

Day Trip

Nature Wildlife And Safaris

History

Languages
Basic

Spanish

Fluent

Arabic

Fluent

English

Activity level
Light
5

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    Duration:

    5 hours

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