Trail of the Holy family tour
- 9 Days
- City trips · Classic Tours · Egypt Packages · Egypt Vacation Packages · Escorted Tour
- From $600.00 per person
Description
Spiritual journey through Egypt's rich religious heritage with the Trail of the Holy Family Tour, designed to follow the path taken by the Holy Family during their time in Egypt. This tour will lead you to significant Christian and historical sites, offering insights into Egypt's religious past and vibrant culture.
Start your journey with a shuttle from the airport to your hotel in Cairo, where you’ll have a free evening to relax and prepare for the days ahead. On the following day, embark on a fascinating tour to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum. These iconic landmarks will provide an awe-inspiring introduction to Egypt’s ancient history and its spiritual significance.
The tour continues with a visit to Tel Basta and Belbies, two cities linked to the Holy Family’s journey, where you'll walk in the footsteps of the Holy Family and learn about Egypt's deep-rooted religious history.
Next, explore the historical towns of Sakha and Samanoud, which hold great significance in Christian tradition. These areas have been places of pilgrimage and reflection for centuries.
Venture to Wadi Natrun, a tranquil desert location home to several ancient monasteries. This is a key stop on the Holy Family’s trail, and the region offers spiritual solace with its quiet atmosphere and monastic heritage.
Afterward, continue your journey with a tour of Coptic Cairo, home to historic churches such as the Hanging Church and Saint Sergius Church, significant sites where the Holy Family is believed to have stayed. You’ll also visit the Maadi Churches, another important destination on the Holy Family’s route in Egypt.
Travel to Minya City and visit the Gabal Al Teir, a stunning monastery perched on a mountain that offers breathtaking views and spiritual peace.
The next leg of your tour takes you to Assyut City, where you’ll explore the Monastery of the Holy Virgin, an important pilgrimage site with a rich history.
Finally, visit Farma, a historical town linked to the Holy Family, where you'll learn about its significance and its connection to the Christian faith.
Highlights
- Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx
- Egyptian Museum
- Tel Basta and Belbies
- Sakha and Samanoud
- Wadi Natrun and ancient monasteries
- Coptic Cairo and Maadi Churches
- Gabal Al Teir Monastery
- Assyut City and Monastery of the Holy Virgin
- Farma
Itinerary
Day 1Cairo.
Elevana Tours Representative will pick you up from the Airport to the hotel, free evening, Overnight in Cairo
Day 2Pyramids.
Elevana Tours Representative will assist you in starting a tour to the pyramids, sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, overnight in Cairo.
Day 3Tell Basta and Belbies.
Elevana Tours Representative will assist you to start your Tour to Tell Basta and Belbies Where you’ll be able to visit the Holy well where Jesus caused a water spring to well up from the ground. After that, you’ll visit the church of St. George where back in the day the holy family used to rest in the shade of “The Virgin Mary Tree”. Overnight in Cairo
Day 4Sakha and Samanoud.
Elevana Tours Representative will assist you to start your Tour to visit Sakha and Samanoud, where you’ll be able to visit the Virgin Mary Church as you’ll see the footprints of Jesus. After that, you’ll go to Samanoud where the Holy Family crossed the Nile to the city of Samanoud and there you’ll visit Saint Abanoub Church in which you’ll find a bowl that the Virgin Mary used to make bread; it is kept in a glass hut in the church courtyard in addition to a well (of water) in which the Holy Family drank from. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 5Wadi Natrun.
Elevana Tours Representative will assist you to start your Tour to Wadi Natrun, as it has a lake that contains a plentiful amount of salt in which the pharaohs used for mummification. In Wadi Natrun, you’ll start your trip by visiting Deir alBaramous then go to Deir Anba Bishoy whose body is still there proceeding to Abu Makar Monastery and ending your visit to Deir El-Suryani. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 6Minya City- Gabal Al Teir.
Elevana Tours Representative will assist you in starting your transfer to Minya City- Gabal Al Teir for about 4 hours during which you’ll be able to visit a Church beside the river at Gabal Al Teir. Back to the Hotel, Overnight in Cairo.
Day 7Assyut City - Monastery of the Holy Virgin.
Elevana Tours Reparesentative will assist you in starting your Tour to Assyut City - Monastery of the Holy Virgin, proceeding with our last stop for the holy family tour in Egypt, which is the Monastery of the Holy Virgin where the holy family stayed for over 6 months. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 8Town of Farma.
Elevana Tours Representative will assist you to start your To end the tour adjacent to the town of Farma, located in Sinai three kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea, is a place called Tel el Farama or Mount Farama. On this mountain, you’ll find the remains of the fortress and old pillars. In addition to that, you’ll also be able to see the ruins of the Monastery of Virgin Mary and St. Isidorod el Farmy and that’s why the mount is called the mount of churches. Overnight in Sinai.
Included/Excluded
- Meet and assist upon arrival.
- Pick-up/Drop-off Service.
- English Speaking Guide.
- responsible Representative at each city.
- Air-conditioned bus.
- Relevant transportation between the sights.
- All Taxes and service charges.
- Flights (airfare), Visas, and insurance.
- Extra meals, snacks, and drinks.
- Tips and any tour specifics not stated in this itinerary.
- Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$8 per day, per traveler. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture.
- Entrance Fees: USD-.
- Tipping Kitty: USD-.
