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Tour To The Cave Church Of St. Simon

Tour To The Cave Church Of St. Simon

By Egypt Via Travel
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Visit the Monastery of Saint Simon, also known as the Cave Church of Zabbaleen. It is located in the Mokattam Mountain, a short drive through the so called “Garbage City’ – a large population of garbage collectors or Zabbaleen that live there.

Ages 0-90
Duration: 4–5 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Main Entrance Fees
  • All Taxes & Services
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Items


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • 9:00am – we can change the time to suit you.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Stroller accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        • Infant seats available
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 143737P29

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travelers can participate
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 143737P29

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        • Egypt Via Travel
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          Cairo, Egypt
          Joined in February 2019
        • L4379PSmatthewp
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          10/10 for a personal tour!
          I had a great time learning lots of new information about ancient Egypt across a whole host of sites! From Giza to Saqqar!
          Written November 18, 2024
        • 524fransv
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great trip to Giza and Cairo with guide Menna and driver Mohamed.
          Our guide Menna and driver Mohamed picked us up from the Cairo airport. We had a great 3 day trip with them in Giza and Cairo. We saw all the highlights of this part of Egypt. Menna was a modern Egyptian lady who spoke English very well and knew a lot from the history of the piramids in Giza and Sakkara. She showed us the Egyptian museum (with Tutanchamon) and the just opened Grand Egytian Museum (very impressive). We also visited the Coptic church, a synagoge and the Alabaster Mosque. Menna took care of our lunch in different places. The Farm House and Abo Tarek restaurant were great. Mohamed drove us safely through the more than chaotic traffic of Cairo and Giza. Great way to see many things in Giza and Cairo
          Written November 11, 2024
        • jaclyn_shafie
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Good Driver Good Guide & Good Attitude
          Nice trip and good service. Mohammed treat me for drink and sweet potato as well and akl my teip was adventorous as per my request. I’m happy to be aat Egypt with this kind of service
          Written November 10, 2024
        • jaclyn_shafie
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great & good guy
          Great experience with Ahmed he explained to me about Cairo and Egypt. He also gave me a very good advice about the safety of being a solo female traveller here
          Written November 8, 2024
        • S7516FCvaleriec
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Ahmed Talaat, expert guide
          Ahmed Talaat is an expert guide for Egypt. I spent a day with him and felt completely safe, even though I was alone in a foreign land. He is friendly and polite and so knowledgeable about Egyptian culture and history. He made the whole day much more enjoyable than it would have been without him. I was one of the last people out of the pyramid because I was taking so many pictures. But I knew that Ahmed would be waiting for me, and he was! Anytime I get to return to Egypt, I want to be sure and book a day or two with Ahmed. Talaat. The right guide makes all the difference in the quality of one's experience. Thank you again, Ahmed.
          Written November 7, 2024
        • M3178WIedwardb
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          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fun Egyptian day trip
          It’s was a great trip. Both men were nice. Spoke English well, helpful and knowledgeable First stop We went to a store but the shop owner and I couldn’t come to a deal to purchase the art I wanted to buy. I had wished Anmed would have intervened and told the shop owner to make some kind of money (deal) but I left with no art :(. Next was the pyramids among time and he took photos for me which was great. I invited him to join me for my lunch at the four seasons hotel and had a nice talked and learned a lot about him and Egypt. I highly recommend going with Ahmed and visit all the wonderful sights while visiting abroad.
          Written November 7, 2024
        • judithsQ4908NW
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Egypt Via Travel is the best, hands down.
          This trip was no less than a first class experience! Ahmed from Egypt Via Travel is the best. He is knowledgeable in the work that he does. He was my personal tour guide he was my personal tour guide and did not disappoint. The Museum is breathtaking and a once in a lifetime experience and his knowledge was so valuable in helping me to understand the history of Egypt. I would not recommend anyone else. He is the best!
          Written November 5, 2024
        • pscallmin1
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          I definitely recommend it !!!
          The trip was amazing! Menna is a great guide who has an answer to all your questions! Furthermore she and her driver are reliable and always on time. Thank you Menna for the fantastic trip !
          Written November 5, 2024
        • sophiajY6880PJ
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Best Dinner Cruise in Cairo
          The Cruise was incredible and Clean, i liked the pharaonic Style of the Boat and also the designs from inside was calming and interesting, the Entertainment is very Good specially the Belly Dancer!! She was so funny and Lovely from all the staff, the food really was great i loved the Egyptian food test Finally i Recommend this Dinner Cruise.
          Written November 3, 2024
        • sophiajY6880PJ
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Ahmed is friendly guide and I recommend to book with him this tour
          Ahmed was an incredible guide during our Giza tour. His deep knowledge of Egyptian history, engaging storytelling, and passion for the culture brought the pyramids and Sphinx to life. He made sure everyone felt included, answered all our questions with patience, and even shared local tips that enhanced our experience. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide Ahmed made our visit truly memorable. Highly recommend!
          Written November 3, 2024
        • V5973SCmarthar
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          I Highly recommend it for all
          The half-day tour to the Giza Pyramids was an incredible experience! Exploring the ancient pyramids up close was awe inspiring our tour guide Ahmed was professional, Acknowledge, the guided camel ride added a unique, authentic touch with breathtaking views of the desert landscape. Lunch was a delightful and satisfying break, offering tasty local cuisine and a chance to relax.The tour was well-organised, informative, and perfectly paced for a half-day. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a memorable, immersive experience at one of the world’s most iconic sites!
          Written November 3, 2024
        • Q1675FBvijayk
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful and enjoyable
          Trip was really nice with best guide Anan, she is really knowledgeable with good communication skills. Will recommend to my friends and colleagues.
          Written October 30, 2024
        • dincaa2015
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great experience
          Ahmet is a top guide - really professional. Good recommendations and stories about the pyramids. Great experience and I fully recommed him!
          Written October 29, 2024
        • NgLennyWijaya
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent , 5 star
          Amazing experience tour while i was at Egypt… should choose if you want travelling at Egypt, i recomend you, All Excellent we have with, excellent food, good hotel, transportation, excellent loccal guide, excellent knowledge. I will choose egypt via travel again if i come egypt, thanks for excellent hosting us at aug 2024, 4 person
          Written October 22, 2024
        • Passport18633940732
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The right place to book your trip ❤️
          Every thing is so good actually, they’re making everything easy for you، offering the transportation which makes the trip much more easier, a private tour guide very patient and knowledgeable and friendly , they can offer also lots of Egyptian restaurants with a very delicious food, showing you around the city, pick you up to some trusted shops..so finally I highly recommend to get your tour from here cause simply you will find all what you’re searching for!!
          Written October 10, 2024
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