Coptic Cairo & Wadi El Natroun
Overview
This Cairo and Coptic heritage itinerary begins with iconic highlights including the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx of Giza, and the renowned Egyptian Museum. It then delves into Egypt’s rich Christian history with visits to sacred sites such as the Hanging Church, Coptic Museum, Church of St. George, and the unique Cave Church of St. Simon. The journey concludes with a spiritual excursion to Wadi El Natrun and its historic monasteries, alongside leisure experiences in Cairo before departure.
Highlights of this trip
- Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx
- The Egyptian Museum
- The hanging Church
- Coptic Museum
- St. George Church
- Cavern Church
- Ben Ezra Synagogue
- St. Simon Monastery
- The Coptic Theatre
- Khan El Khalili bazaars
- Virgin Mary Church
- Wadi El Natroun
- St. Macarius Monastery
- St. Bishoy Monastery
Itinerary
Day 1
Cairo
- Arrival at Cairo International Airport, meeting and assistance by our qualified representative. - Transfer by deluxe coach to your hotel for check-in. - Evening free at leisure. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 2
Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel. - Proceed to a full day visit of the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum including lunch at local restaurant. - Return to hotel after the tour. - Evening free at leisure or Optional Tour to the Sound & Light show at the Pyramids of Giza. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 3
Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel. - Procced to a full day visit of the hanging Church, Coptic Museum, St. George Church, Cavern Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue including - Lunch at local restaurant. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 4
Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel. - Visits of the Cave Church including St. Simon Monastery and the Coptic Theatre. - Lunch at local restaurant followed by a walk in Khan El Khalili bazaars and a visit of Virgin Mary Church. - In the evening, Optional Tour to enjoy dinner on board of a floating restaurant for two hours sailing on the Nile including folkloric show. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 5
Cairo/Wadi El Natroun/Cairo
- Breakfast at hotel. - Depart to Wadi El Natroun by our coach (100 Km. approx. 1.5 hours). - Visits of St. Macarius and St. Bishoy monasteries. Lunch box will be arranged and a stop on the way back for a short refreshment. - Overnight at hotel.
Day 6
Cairo/Final Departure
- Breakfast at hotel. - Check-out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.
What's Included
Included
- 05 nights accommodation at hotel in Cairo on bed and breakfast basis in standard room.
- Private sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary including transportation by deluxe coach, entrance fees and qualified local English-speaking guide.
- 02 lunches at local restaurant in Cairo.
- 01 lunch box during Wadi El Natroun visit.
- All ground transportation by deluxe coach as per itinerary.
- Meeting and assistance by our qualified representative at airports and hotels.
- Assistance by our qualified representatives throughout the program.
Not Included
- Egypt’s entry Visa.
- Beverage during meals.
- Personal expenses.
- Any expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tipping.