Jewish Cairo Tour

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Tour Overview

Jewish Cairo Tour is a private Cairo tour planned for travelers who want to visit the main Jewish heritage site in Old Cairo. This tour covers Ben Ezra Synagogue with a private Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned transfers, entrance fees when required, lunch, bottled water, and pickup and drop-off from your hotel, Cairo International Airport, Giza hotel, or your location in Cairo or Giza.

This Jewish Cairo Tour is one of the focused Cairo Tours for travelers interested in Jewish heritage, Old Cairo, religious history, and the connection between Jewish, Coptic, and Islamic communities in Cairo, the Capital of Egypt.

It is suitable for visitors searching for Cairo Trips, Cairo Excursions, Cairo Day Tours, Cairo Day Trips, Jewish Cairo Tour, Ben Ezra Synagogue Tour, Old Cairo Jewish Tour, and private Cairo sightseeing tours.

During the tour, you will visit Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the most important Jewish heritage sites in Old Cairo. The synagogue is traditionally connected with the history of the Jewish community in Egypt and is also known for the Cairo Geniza, a large collection of Jewish manuscripts discovered there in the 19th century.

Ben Ezra Synagogue stands in Old Cairo near major Coptic sites such as the Hanging Church, St. George Church, St. Virgin Mary Church, and the Coptic Museum. The area gives useful context for understanding Old Cairo’s religious history and the presence of different communities in the same historic district.

These sites are among the main Cairo Attractions for travelers interested in Jewish Cairo, Old Cairo religious heritage, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Coptic Cairo, and the shared religious history of the city.

WOW Egypt Tours arranges this private Jewish Cairo Tour with clear organization and direct sightseeing. The tour includes private transfers in Cairo and Giza, a private Egyptologist guide, visit to Ben Ezra Synagogue, lunch at a local restaurant, bottled water, and all service charges and taxes.

Tour Summary

  • From: $50
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Schedule: Daily
  • Group Size: Private Group
  • Category: Religious Tour
  • Trip Type: Tour
  • Location: Cairo
  • Pickup: Cairo

Tour Attractions

Cairo City

Cairo City

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Ben Ezra Synagogue

Ben Ezra Synagogue

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Tour Itinerary

1 Pickup

Your WOW Egypt Tours representative and driver will pick you up from your hotel, Cairo International Airport, Giza hotel, or your location in Cairo or Giza. You will be transferred by private modern air-conditioned vehicle with your private Egyptologist guide to begin your Jewish Cairo Tour.

2 Ben Ezra Synagogue

Start your tour with a visit to Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the main Jewish heritage sites in Old Cairo. The synagogue is located near the Roman Babylon Fortress area, which dates back to the Roman period in Egypt around the 1st to 2nd centuries AD, and stands close to important Coptic Christian monuments.

During your visit, your private Egyptologist guide will explain the history of the synagogue, its role in the Jewish community of Egypt, and its importance as part of Old Cairo’s religious heritage. The site is also known for the Cairo Geniza, a collection of Jewish manuscripts and documents discovered in the 19th century that became important for the study of Jewish history, trade, language, and daily life in the medieval period.

Ben Ezra Synagogue is traditionally connected with older religious traditions and has been rebuilt and restored over time, with major history connected to the medieval period and later restorations. Your guide will explain the main historical background, the layout of the synagogue, and its connection with the surrounding Coptic and Old Cairo district.

The visit gives clear context about Jewish Cairo, Old Cairo religious heritage, the Cairo Geniza, and the presence of Jewish, Coptic Christian, and Islamic communities in Cairo across different historical periods.

3 Lunch Time

Lunch is served at local restaurant.

4 Drop-off

After completing your Jewish Cairo Tour, you will be transferred back by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel, Cairo International Airport, Giza hotel, or your location in Cairo or Giza.

Tour Inclusions

  • Private Modern Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Private Transfers in Cairo and Giza
  • Private Egyptologist Guide During the Tour
  • Visit to Ben Ezra Synagogue
  • Entrance Fees When Required According to Site Rules
  • Lunch at a Local Restaurant
  • Bottled Water During the Tour
  • All Service Charges and Taxes

Tour Exclusions

  • International Airfare
  • Egypt Entry Visa
  • Any Extras Not Mentioned in the Itinerary
  • Personal Expenses
  • Meals and Drinks Not Mentioned in the Inclusions
  • Tipping

Tour Notes

  • This itinerary can be customized according to your pickup location, route, site opening hours, traffic, and operating conditions on the day of your tour.
  • Ben Ezra Synagogue is located in Old Cairo near several Coptic Cairo sites, which makes it easy to combine with nearby religious landmarks.
  • Modest clothing is recommended for religious site visits. Shoulders and knees should be covered when entering religious sites.
  • Photography rules may vary according to site regulations on the day of your visit.
  • This tour can be organized for individuals, couples, families, private groups, and travelers arriving at Cairo International Airport.
  • You can combine this tour with Coptic Cairo sites such as the Hanging Church, St. George Church, St. Virgin Mary Church, and the Coptic Museum.
  • You can also combine this tour with Islamic Cairo sites such as Saladin Citadel, the Muhammad Ali Mosque, El Moez Street, and Khan El Khalili.
  • You can also add museum visits such as the Grand Egyptian Museum GEM or the Egyptian Museum.
  • If you want to understand the city before planning more visits, you can also check our guide to Cairo, the Capital of Egypt.
  • If you are planning a longer Egypt program, you can also check our Egypt Tour Packages and Egypt Travel Packages.

Tour Pricing

Group Size Price Details
group 1 Person
$124 Per Person
group 2 Persons
$73 Per Person
group 3 Persons
$71 Per Person
group 4 Persons
$68 Per Person
group 5 Persons
$64 Per Person
group 6 Persons
$61 Per Person
group 6 Persons
$58 Per Person
group 8 Persons
$55 Per Person
group 9 Persons
$52 Per Person
group 10 Persons
$50 Per Person
Notes
Children 0 - 1.9 years old: Free of charge
Children 2 - 5.9 years old: 25% of the adult price
Children 6 - 11.9 years old: 50% of the adult price
Children 12+ years old: Full adult price
Large groups: Special prices are available. Please contact us for a custom group rate.

Tour Resources

Your booking is confirmed after receiving your tour request and confirming the availability of the guide, vehicle, and selected tour date.

The final pickup time and meeting details will be sent after confirmation.

Payment can be made by Bank Transfer, Credit Card, Debit Card, or cash.

Online payment details can be sent after confirmation if you prefer to pay by card or bank transfer. Cash payment can be made on arrival or on the tour day, depending on the confirmed booking terms.

Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before the tour date.

Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour date are subject to a 50% cancellation fee.

In case of no-show on the tour date, the booking may be treated as non-refundable.

Special prices are available for large groups, families, student groups, corporate groups, and travel agencies.

Please contact WOW Egypt Tours with the tour name, travel date, number of travelers, and pickup location to receive a custom group rate.

Please bring a passport copy or ID if required, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and cash for personal expenses or optional tipping.

If you have any special request, such as a specific guide language, child seat, wheelchair assistance, dietary request, or a different pickup point, please mention it when sending your booking request.

Tipping is not included in the tour price and remains optional.

Suggested tipping range:

  • Private Egyptologist guide: $5 - $8
  • Private driver: $2 - $5

Tipping can be given directly at the end of the tour if you are satisfied with the service.

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