Today we will start our city tour of Cairo by visiting. The Church of St. Sergius This is one of the oldest Coptic churches in Cairo, located in the heart of the city's Coptic quarter. It is said to have been built on the site where the Holy Family stayed during their flight to Egypt. Our adventure continues to The Church of St. Bacchus This church is in the Coptic quarter as well and is dedicated to St. Bacchus, a Christian soldier who was martyred for his faith. And then The Hanging Church: Also known as the Church of the Virgin Mary, this is one of Cairo’s most famous Coptic churches. It gets its name from its location above a gatehouse of the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon. Our next stop will be at The Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in Cairo and in the old Jewish quarter. It has a rich history and is said to have been built on the site where Baby Moses was found in a basket on the Nile. Afterward, we will be heading to the Citadel of Cairo, also known as the Citadel of Saladin, a medieval fortress and historic site located on a hill in the center of Cairo.
Our last stop today is Khan El Khalili Bazaar. This is one of the oldest and most famous bazaars in the Middle East, known for its unique shopping experience and rich history. Here, you can find a variety of traditional Egyptian products such as spices, textiles, jewelry, and souvenirs. You will then be transported to the train station to board a sleeper train for the evening, while we travel to Luxor.
Accommodations: Sleeper Train
Activities: The Church of St. Sergius, The Church of St. Bacchus, The Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Citadel of Cairo, and Khan El Khalili bazaar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner