Private tour to Wadi El Natrun monasteries from Alexandria
Highlights
- Discover the hidden treasures of Egypt
- Enjoy a magical day tour to Wadi El Natrun
- Get introduced to Baramos Monastery
- Explore the birthplace of Christian monasticism
All about the trip
Get picked up from your hotel in Alexandria by a modern air-conditioned vehicle and driven to Wadi El Natrun, the actual birthplace of Christian monasticism. Basically, there were about 50 monasteries, only 4 have survived into modern times. Begin your trip with Deir al-Baramus which is the oldest of the surviving 4 monasteries, and in many ways, the most isolated one. Then proceed to Deir Anba Bishoi whose body is still in the monastery. End your trip visiting Deir El-Suryani which is the smallest and most compact of the 4 monasteries.
What Wikipedia says about Wadi El NatrunWhat is included in the price
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Alexandria
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
- Lunch meal served in a local restaurant
- Bottled water during your trip
- All taxes and service charge
What is not included in the price
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
Instructions
This activity is organised by Sun Pyramids Tours, Al Haram, st. 67, Al Haram - Giza Governorate, 12555, Egypt, sales@sunpyramidstours.com.
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Contact
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You can reach our European office between 9am and 5pm CET on weekdays and between 11am and 5pm on weekends and holidays.
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