St. Anthony & St. Paul Monasteries Tour from Cairo

10 hours
Price per person
Adult
$120
Child (4-10)
$70
Infant
Free
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Description

Escape the city and discover two of Egypt's most important Christian landmarks on a private day tour to the Monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul.

Located in the peaceful Eastern Desert near the Red Sea Mountains, these ancient monasteries have welcomed pilgrims and visitors for centuries and remain among the oldest active Christian monasteries in the world.

Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a professional guide as you journey through the dramatic desert landscape to St. Anthony Monastery, founded in the 4th century and dedicated to Saint Anthony, widely regarded as the founder of Christian monasticism.

Explore its historic churches, ancient walls, peaceful courtyards, and remarkable religious heritage.

Continue to St. Paul Monastery, built near the cave where Saint Paul the Hermit is believed to have lived in solitude. Surrounded by rugged mountains, the monastery is renowned for its spiritual atmosphere, historic churches, and centuries-old traditions that continue today.

Enjoy a relaxing day filled with history, faith, and breathtaking desert scenery before returning comfortably to your hotel in Cairo.

Highlights

  • Visit the Monastery of St. Anthony
  • Explore one of the world's oldest active Christian monasteries
  • Discover the Monastery of St. Paul
  • Enjoy the peaceful scenery of the Eastern Desert
  • Learn about the origins of Christian monasticism
  • Visit historic churches and monastery buildings
  • Travel comfortably in a private vehicle
  • Private experience at your own pace

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • All taxes and service charges

Not included

  • Entrance fees (optional)
  • Food and beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities (optional)

Know before you go

  • This is a private tour, exclusively for your group.
  • A minimum of 2 participants is required per booking.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off are available from Cairo and Giza.
  • The journey to the monasteries takes approximately 3–4 hours each way, depending on traffic.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Modest clothing is required when visiting the monasteries; shoulders and knees should be covered.
  • Bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a valid passport or photo ID.
  • Some monastery areas may be inaccessible during religious services or special events.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation at any time

Select your package

Essential Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers and professional guide. Entrance fees not included. Min. 2 guests.
$120/ adultYouth (4-10): $70 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
All-Inclusive Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers, entrance fees and professional guide. Min. 2 guests.
$140/ adultYouth (4-10): $90 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
Essential Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers and professional guide. Entrance fees not included. Min. 2 guests.
$120/ adultYouth (4-10): $70 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
All-Inclusive Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers, entrance fees and professional guide. Min. 2 guests.
$140/ adultYouth (4-10): $90 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
All-Inclusive Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers, entrance fees and professional guide. Min. 2 guests.
$140/ adultYouth (4-10): $90 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
Essential Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers and professional guide. Entrance fees not included. Min. 2 guests.
$120/ adultYouth (4-10): $70 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
Essential Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers and professional guide. Entrance fees not included. Min. 2 guests.
$120/ adultYouth (4-10): $70 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
All-Inclusive Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers, entrance fees and professional guide. Min. 2 guests.
$140/ adultYouth (4-10): $90 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
All-Inclusive Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers, entrance fees and professional guide. Min. 2 guests.
$140/ adultYouth (4-10): $90 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0
Essential Private Tour
Private tour with hotel transfers and professional guide. Entrance fees not included. Min. 2 guests.
$120/ adultYouth (4-10): $70 · Infant: $010
Adults
0
Youth (4-10)
0
Infants
0

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