Sacred Egypt Tour

Description

Holy Family Journey in Egypt – 11 Days / 10 Nights
Join us on a spiritual journey tracing the footsteps of the Holy Family across Egypt. This blessed itinerary combines sacred Christian sites, ancient wonders, and breathtaking landscapes. From the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, to the Coptic churches where the Holy Family stayed, the desert monasteries of Wadi El Natrun and Assiut, and the sacred peaks of Mount Sinai, every day reveals a unique story of faith and history. The trip concludes with time to relax by the Red Sea in Dahab and explore vibrant Cairo.

A perfect blend of pilgrimage, culture, and discovery in the land of the Pharaohs.

Include

• 1 night in Assiut – 5★ hotel (half board)
• 1 night in St. Catherine – 4★ hotel (half board)
• 1 night in Dahab – 5★ hotel (half board)
• All transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned deluxe coach
• Sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary including:
• Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
• Daily breakfasts at hotels
• Lunches & Dinner at good quality local restaurants on sightseeing days
• Dinners included at hotels in Assiut, St. Catherine & Dahab
• Bottled water daily during tours
• Assistance at airports and during the entire trip
• All taxes and service charges
• 7 nights in Cairo – 5★ hotel (BB basis)

Exclude

• International flight tickets
• Egyptian entry visa (25 USD per person on arrival)
• Optional activities not mentioned in the program (e.g., Nile Dinner Cruise, Camel ride alternatives, etc.)
• • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, etc.)
• Tips & gratuities for guides and drivers

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Programs

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where our representative will assist with immigration and luggage. Transfer to hotel for check-in and rest. Optional: Evening Nile Dinner Cruise with folklore show. Overnight in Cairo

After breakfast, begin the day with a visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the Sphinx. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, showcasing the treasures of King Tutankhamun and thousands of Pharaonic artifacts. Lunch at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo

After breakfast, explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in Egypt, linked to the Prophet Jeremiah. Continue to Coptic Cairo, visiting: • The Hanging Church (El Muallaqa) dedicated to the Virgin Mary. • The Church of St. Sergius & Bacchus (Abu Serga) built above the cave where the Holy Family sheltered. • The Church of St. George (Greek Orthodox). Proceed to the Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner (The Cave Church), carved into the Mokattam Mountain, a remarkable site of Christian worship. Lunch at a local restaurant. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo

After early breakfast, drive to Wadi El Natrun, the desert valley that became the cradle of Christian monasticism. Visit three of its most important monasteries: • Deir Al-Surian (Syrian Monastery) • Monastery of St. Bishoy • Monastery of the Virgin Mary (El Baramus / Ancient Church of the Virgin) Continue driving to King Mariout, a sacred stop of the Holy Family. Lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria. In the evening, return to Cairo for overnight. Overnight in Cairo

After breakfast, depart for Minya to visit: • Church of the Virgin Mary at Gabal El Teir, built into the cliff overlooking the Nile, believed to be a resting place of the Holy Family. Enjoy lunch, then continue to Assiut for overnight. Overnight in Assiut

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, visit the most significant stops of the Holy Family in Assiut: • Al-Ashmunein & Deirout: Ancient Christian sites where the Holy Family passed. • Monastery of Al-Muharraq (Deir Al-Muharraq, El Qusiya): Known as the place where the Holy Family stayed the longest period (over 6 months). • Monastery of the Virgin Mary at Gabal Dronka: Built inside the mountain cave, the final stop of the Holy Family before their return journey. Return to Cairo in the evening. Overnight in Cairo

After breakfast, depart by private coach towards St. Catherine in Sinai. On the way, stop at Ayoun Moussa (Moses Springs), where the Prophet Moses is believed to have turned bitter water into drinkable water. Continue the journey across the desert to reach St. Catherine. Dinner and overnight in St. Catherine. Overnight in St. Catherine

mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments. After descending, visit the historic St. Catherine’s Monastery, one of the oldest working monasteries in the world and a UNESCO heritage site. After lunch, drive to Dahab, a serene Red Sea town famous for its golden beaches and turquoise waters. Dinner and overnight in Dahab. Overnight in Dahab

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by free time by the beach. Later, check out and drive back to Cairo. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel. A free day in Cairo for rest, shopping, or optional activities (such as a Nile Dinner Cruise or visiting Islamic Cairo). Overnight in Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. We bid you farewell with blessings from the Holy Family journey.

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