+10St. Anthony & St. Paul Monasteries Day Trip – Cairo
Description
Leave the city behind for a day of history and peace on this private trip from Cairo to the Monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul. Set in the Eastern Desert near the Red Sea Mountains, they are among the oldest active Christian monasteries in the world.
We pick you up from your hotel or any address in Cairo or Giza in a private air-conditioned vehicle, with a professional guide. The trip starts early, at 05:30, because the drive takes about 3 to 4 hours each way.
Visit the Monastery of St. Anthony, founded in the 4th century and named after Saint Anthony, known as the father of Christian monasticism. Explore its historic churches, old walls and quiet courtyards.
Continue to the Monastery of St. Paul, built near the cave where Saint Paul the Hermit is believed to have lived. Surrounded by mountains, it is known for its spiritual atmosphere and traditions that continue today.
Choose your option: Essential includes hotel transfers, the private vehicle and the guide. All-Inclusive also includes the entrance fees and lunch.
Good to know: modest clothing is required in the monasteries, with shoulders and knees covered. Some areas can be closed during services or special events. Bring a hat, sunscreen and your passport or a photo ID. Your exact pickup time is confirmed on WhatsApp or Telegram after booking.
Highlights
- Monastery of St. Anthony
- Monastery of St. Paul
- Among the oldest active monasteries in the world
- Eastern Desert and Red Sea Mountains
- Professional guide
- Private day trip with hotel pickup
Included
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or any address in Cairo and Giza
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Taxes and service charges
- Entrance fees and lunch (All-Inclusive option)
Not included
- Entrance fees and lunch (Essential option)
- Drinks with lunch
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Know before you go
- This is a private tour, only for your group.
- Minimum 2 participants per booking.
- We can pick you up from your hotel or any address in Cairo and Giza.
- The drive to the monasteries takes about 3 to 4 hours each way, depending on traffic.
- Modest clothing is required in the monasteries: shoulders and knees covered.
- Some areas can be closed during religious services or special events.
- Bring your passport or a valid photo ID.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time
Select your package
Frequently asked questions
In the Eastern Desert near the Red Sea Mountains, about 3 to 4 hours by road from Cairo.
Modest clothing with shoulders and knees covered, and comfortable shoes.
Early, at 05:30, because of the long drive.
Essential Private Tour: Private day trip with transfers, private vehicle and guide. Entrance fees and lunch not included. All-Inclusive Private Tour: Private day trip with transfers, guide, entrance fees and lunch.
Your exact pickup time depends on your pickup location in Cairo or Giza and is confirmed on WhatsApp or Telegram after booking.
Some areas can be closed during religious services or special events, so the visit can vary on the day.
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