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8 day(s)
Regular & Private
1-40 people
easy
Embark on a spiritual and historical journey through Egypt with this unforgettable 8-day tour. Discover the timeless wonders of Cairo and Alexandria, including the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, and the ancient monasteries of Wadi El Natroun. Walk in the footsteps of the Holy Family as you visit sacred churches, miraculous sites, and biblical landmarks from Cairo to Minya and Asyout. This tour is perfect for faith-based travelers, history lovers, and those seeking a deeper connection with Egypt’s rich Christian heritage.
Duration
8 day(s)
Max Group Size
1-40 people
Tour Code
HFT
Departure Type
scheduled
Tour Category
Culture & Historical
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 99

Cairo
Cairo
Arrival at Cairo International Airport. Meet and assist upon arrival, then transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Full-day guided tour visiting the world-renowned Egyptian Museum, followed by the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Continue to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Travel to Alexandria, stopping en route at the Monasteries of Wadi El Natroun, built in the 4th century and one of the major Holy Family sites. Continue to Alexandria. Overnight in Alexandria.
Visit the Greco-Roman Museum, followed by St. Mark's Cathedral, where the Apostle began his mission. On the way back to Cairo, stop at Virgin Mary Church in Sakha, which enshrines the rock bearing the footprint of the Child Jesus. Overnight in Cairo.
Visit the Church of the Apparition of Virgin Mary in Zeytoun (site of the 1968 miracle), the Tree of Shelter in Matareya, and the Holy Family Cave in Mostorod. Continue to Tel Basta to see the miraculous well and the remains of destroyed idols. Return to Cairo. Overnight.
Travel to Minya, visit the Virgin Mary Church built over the Holy Family's cave by Empress Helena in the 4th century. See the rootless tree that once sheltered the family. Continue to Moharrak Monastery, believed to be the location where the Child Jesus laid the first altar stone. Return to Cairo. Overnight.
Visit the Coptic Museum, housing rare Christian artifacts. Continue to iconic churches including the Hanging Church (El-Muallaqa), Abu Serga Church, and the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Stop at Virgin Mary Church in Maadi, believed to be the Holy Family's departure point to Upper Egypt, and visit the spot where a Bible was found floating open on the Nile. Finally, visit the Coptic Cathedral, which holds the remains of St. Mark the Apostle. Overnight in Cairo.
Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. End of tour.
6 nights accommodation in Cairo with daily breakfast
1 night accommodation in Alexandria with daily breakfast
Services of a qualified English-speaking guide with expertise in Christian heritage
All transfers and transportation in a deluxe air-conditioned coach
All sightseeing tours as per the itinerary
Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
All local taxes and service charges
International flights to/from Egypt
Lunch & Dinner
Travel Insurance
Egypt entry visa
Tips and personal expenses
Any services or items not mentioned in the "Includes" section