Day Tour to the Red Sea Monasteries from Cairo
Private Day Tour to the Red Sea Monasteries from Cairo
Discover the Coptic Monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul on an unforgettable Day Tour to the Red Sea Monasteries from Cairo.
Visit two of the world’s oldest inhabited Christian monasteries, dating back to the 4th century AD and Explore ancient churches, sacred caves, Coptic murals, rare icons, and historic manuscripts while enjoying the breathtaking desert and Red Sea mountain scenery.
Tour Highlights
| Tour Inclusions | Tour Exclusions |
| Pick up services from your hotel & return. Entrance fees to the mentioned sites. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle. Private English-speaking guide. Mineral water & Soft drinks. All taxes & service charge. | Any extras not mentioned in the program. Tipping. |
Day Tour to the Red Sea Monasteries from Cairo Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel by a tour guide from Axa Tours, then travel east toward the Red Sea coast in a modern air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of Egypt’s Eastern Desert during your day tour to the Red Sea Monasteries from Cairo.
Saint Anthony Monastery
Monastery of Saint Anthony is considered one of the oldest Coptic Orthodox monasteries in the world. It is located within an oasis in the Eastern Desert near the Red Sea Mountains, south of Suez and about 334 km from Cairo.
The monastery is dedicated to Saint Anthony the Great, the first Christian monk and the founder of Christian monasticism. It was established by his disciples near the cave where he lived high on the mountain overlooking the monastery.
During your visit, you will discover historic churches, ancient passageways, and distinctive Coptic murals that reflect the rich history of monastic life in Egypt.
Saint Paul Monastery
Monastery of Saint Paul the Anchorite, also known as the Monastery of Saint Paul the Hermit, is considered one of the oldest Coptic monasteries in Egypt. It is located in the Eastern Desert near the Red Sea Mountains, close to the city of Zaafarana southeast of Cairo.
The monastery began as a group of caves and monks’ dwellings surrounding the place where Saint Paul the Hermit, regarded as the first Christian hermit, lived. The Church of Saint Paul is considered the heart of the monastery, as it was built inside and around his cave. The church contains altars, icons, religious murals, and hanging ostrich eggs symbolizing resurrection and spiritual vigilance.
The monastery also includes a historic fortress that was used by monks for protection during raids, and it belongs to the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria.
Return
After completing your Day Tour to the Red Sea Monasteries from Cairo, you will be transferred comfortably back to your hotel.
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What Makes This Tour Unique?
- A private and peaceful Day Tour to the Red Sea Monasteries from Cairo through Egypt’s sacred desert heritage.
- An immersive spiritual and historical experience inside two of the world’s oldest inhabited Christian monasteries.
- Ancient churches, sacred caves, rare icons, Coptic murals, and historic manuscripts dating back to the 4th century AD.
- Comfortable private transportation through the breathtaking landscapes of Egypt’s Eastern Desert and Red Sea Mountains.
- A unique escape from Cairo’s crowded attractions into the serenity of Egypt’s sacred desert heritage.
Tour Prices
Private trip for 4 persons – (80$) per person
Private trip for 2 persons – (100$) Per Person
Private trip for 1 persons – (190$) per person
Children enjoy a 50% discount on standard adult pricing.
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