Old Cairo & Khan El Khalili Bazaar Tour
Discover ancient Coptic churches in Old Cairo, then get lost in the bustling alleys of the historic Khan El Khalili bazaar.
About this activity
Explore Old Cairo's ancient Coptic churches and the historic Khan El Khalili bazaar on a half-day guided tour. Hotel pickup included.
Full description
Your tour begins with a pickup from your hotel, heading first to Coptic Cairo, one of the oldest parts of the city. You'll visit the Hanging Church, suspended above the ruins of a Roman gatehouse, followed by the Church of St. Sergius and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Egypt. From there, you'll head to Khan El Khalili, one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East, where you'll have free time to bro…
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Egyptologist guide
- Bottled water during the tour
Not included
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Tipping for guide and driver
About this activity
Highlights
- ✓Visit the Hanging Church, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Egypt
- ✓Explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the oldest in Egypt
- ✓Wander the historic Khan El Khalili bazaar
- ✓Sip tea at El Fishawy, Cairo's oldest coffeehouse
Tour Itinerary & Map
- 1 Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza
- 2 Visit the Hanging Church, one of the oldest Coptic Christian churches in Egypt, built above a Roman gatehouse
- 3 Explore the Church of St. Sergius, traditionally believed to mark a resting place of the Holy Family
- 4 Step inside the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Egypt
- 5 Wander the alleys of Khan El Khalili, one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East, famous for spices, gold, and handmade crafts
- 6 Stop for tea at El Fishawy, Cairo's oldest continuously operating coffeehouse
- 7 Return transfer to your hotel in Cairo or Giza
Why Choose This Tour
Your guide shares the layered history of Coptic, Jewish, and Islamic Cairo.
Enjoy dedicated free time to browse and haggle at the bazaar's stalls.
Travel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle between stops.
What to Bring
Trip Essentials
Full day experience
Cairo, Egypt
Professional guides & equipment
Secure & flexible options
