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🏛️ Cultural & Historic· 📍 Cairo, Egypt

10 hour private religious tours to monastery of Wady el Natron st beshoy

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10 hour private religious tours to monastery of Wady el Natron st beshoy

Overview

our Cairo tour guide will meet you in your hotel either in Cairo or Giza . You will drive by a modern air-conditioned vehicle car private car to Wadi El-Natrun,almost 2 hour driving the actual birthplace for Christian monasticism. Basically, there were about 50 monasteries, only 3 have survived into modern times. Begin your trip with Deir al-Baramus which is the oldest of the surviving 3 monasteries, and in many ways the most isolated, then proceeds to Deir Anba Bishoi whose body is still in the monastery. You will end your trip with Deir El-Suryani which is the smallest and most compact of the 3 monasteries. optional stop for lunch then transfer back to your hotel

How this compares

Cairo · 5460 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,071 EGP · 3,817 EGPabout average

Highlights

  • Wheelchair accessible

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Private tour
  • Qualified Egyptology guide
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees

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What's included?
Hotel pickup and drop-off · Bottled water · Private tour · Qualified Egyptology guide

Reviews

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Passenger37328911372
★★★★★
Apr 2024

What an extraordinary day! From the seamless pick-up at my hotel to the expertise and friendliness of our tour guide, Ehab, and the reliable presence of driver Hassan, every aspect of this experience was exceptional. Their dedication to ensuring my satisfaction, including flexibility with the itinerary, truly made the day special. It was worth every penny, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking an unforgettable adventure. Thank you!

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Sherpa35629529616
★★★★★
Apr 2024

Ehab truly excelled in his role, not only capturing great pictures but also providing thorough explanations throughout the experience, ensuring I didn't miss a thing. Hassan's exceptional driving skills made me feel comfortable and safe throughout the journey. Together, they made it an unforgettable experience.

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Travel16505241921
★★★★★
Apr 2024

Today's trip to Wadi El natron was simply unforgettable! It was an outstanding experience from start to finish! Our guide, Ehab, was a true gem—knowledgeable, friendly, and exceptionally professional, making every moment of our journey even more enriching.

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Departure02330735056
★★★★★
Apr 2024

Our driver, Ali, was absolutely fantastic. He not only took us to all the sites we wanted to see but also went above and beyond by recommending a wonderful restaurant with a stunning view . I highly recommend spending a day in Wadi El Natrona with this company. The city itself was beautiful, and the service provided was truly excellent.

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FarAway63246594806
★★★★★
Apr 2024

Today in Wadi El Natron was truly great. Our guide was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly, providing us with an authentic glimpse into Egypt's rich culture and history. It was a joy to experience real Egypt firsthand.

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Road38120863323
★★★★★
Apr 2024

Exploring Wadi El natron exceeded my expectations! While the churches were the highlight of my trip. My guide was exceptional, ensuring I felt at ease throughout the journey. In fact, I was so impressed that I hired him again the following day for another adventure.

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Embarking on the tour with Ehab was an absolute delight. His kindness, helpfulness, and extensive knowledge truly enhanced the Wadi El Natron experience, making it thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish.
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