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Wadi El Natrun Day Tour from Alexandria
Description
This day tour to Wadi El Natrun from Alexandria is one of the most enriching excursions for those who wish to explore the spiritual heart of Coptic Christianity. Among the activities in Wadi El Natrun from Alexandria, this experience stands out for its historical, religious, and cultural value, guided by a local expert who will accompany you throughout the excursion.
After a comfortable drive west of the Nile Delta, you will reach an area considered the birthplace of Christian monasticism. There, you will begin your tour of Wadi El Natrun from Alexandria with a visit to the Monastery of Paromeos (Deir al-Baramus), the oldest of the four surviving monasteries, founded in the 4th century.
You will then continue your excursion in Wadi El Natrun with a stop at the Monastery of Saint Bishoy (Deir Anba Bishoy), where the relics of the saint, revered for his wisdom and humility, are preserved. Afterward, the Wadi El Natrun tour will take you to the Monastery of Saint Macarius the Great (Deir Abu Maqar), which houses the relics of several saints, including Saint John the Baptist, making it a place of special devotion.
The final stop on the Wadi El Natrun tour from Alexandria will be the Monastery of Saint Mary of Deipara (Deir El Suryani), small in size but immense in artistic and spiritual value, where you can contemplate Byzantine frescoes and ancient manuscripts.
After completing this fascinating activity in Wadi El Natrun from Alexandria, you will return to your hotel with a new appreciation for the country's spiritual heritage. This is undoubtedly one of the most recommended Wadi El Natrun excursions from Alexandria for those seeking peace, history, and cultural connection.
Among our Wadi El Natrun guided tours from Alexandria, this tour is ideal for travelers who value authentic experiences. If you're looking for Wadi El Natrun tours from Alexandria, don't miss the opportunity to discover these hidden treasures.
Book your private tour to Wadi El Natrun from Alexandria now and experience one of the best Wadi El Natrun tours from Alexandria available, carefully designed to offer comfort, insight, and spirituality in a single day.
Itinerary
Your Inécia tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Alexandria to begin a fascinating excursion to Wadi El Natrun, the birthplace of Christian monasticism in Egypt.
The first stop will be the Monastery of Paromeos (Deir al-Baramus), the oldest of the four surviving monasteries in the region. Next, you will visit the Monastery of Saint Bishoy (Deir Anba Bishoy), where the saint's relics are preserved.
The route continues to the Monastery of Saint Macarius the Great (Deir Abu Maqar), which houses the relics of several saints, including Saint John the Baptist. Finally, you will head to the Monastery of Saint Mary of Deipara (Deir El Suryani), renowned for its historical and spiritual richness.
After completing the tour, you will be comfortably returned to your hotel in Alexandria.
Notes:
· The order of the itinerary may change without affecting the content of the visits.
· This tour is available every day except Sundays.
· Inécia Tours is dedicated to supporting stray animals in archaeological sites during tours while promoting responsible tourism. For more information, please click here.
