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Wadi El Natrun Monasteries Day Tour from Cairo
Description
Discover the spiritual heart of Coptic Christianity on this full-day tour to Wadi El Natrun from Cairo. This unique excursion combines history, culture, and religious heritage, accompanied by an expert local guide who will accompany you throughout the day.
After a comfortable journey from Cairo to the northwest of the Nile Delta, you'll arrive in a region considered the birthplace of Christian monasticism. Your Wadi El Natrun tour from Cairo begins with a visit to the Monastery of Paromeos (Deir al-Baramus), the oldest of the four surviving monasteries, founded in the 4th century.
You'll then continue the excursion with a stop at the Monastery of Saint Bishoy (Deir Anba Bishoy), where the relics of the saint, renowned for his wisdom and humility, are preserved. The tour continues 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 of the tour is the Monastery of St. Mary of Deipara (Deir El Suryani), small in size but enormous in artistic and spiritual value, where you can admire Byzantine frescoes and ancient manuscripts.
At the end of this enriching experience, you will return to your hotel in Cairo with a new appreciation for Egypt's spiritual heritage. This day trip to Wadi El Natrun from Cairo is ideal for those seeking peace, history, and cultural connection.
Perfect for travelers who value authentic experiences, this guided tour offers an intimate look at the hidden treasures of Wadi El Natrun. Don't miss the opportunity to book your private tour to Wadi El Natrun from Cairo, designed to offer comfort, knowledge, and spiritual enrichment in a single day.
Summary
· Visit to the Paromeos Monastery (Deir al-Baramus).
· Visit to the Monastery of Saint Bishoy (Deir Anba Bishoy).
· Visit to the Monastery of Saint Macarius (Deir Abu Maqar).
· Visit to the Monastery of Santa María Deipara (Deir El Suryani).
Itinerary
Your Inécia tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo 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 Cairo.
Notes:
· The order of the itinerary may change without affecting the content of the visits.
· Inécia Tours is dedicated to supporting stray animals in archaeological sites during tours while promoting responsible tourism. For more information, please click here.
