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By NASCO Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 6,610 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover Egypt’s rich religious and cultural heritage on an unforgettable journey through Cairo, Sinai, and Alexandria. Explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza, historic Orthodox churches, and the sacred Saint Catherine Monastery, with an optional hike up Moses Mountain. Continue to Alexandria to discover its magnificent Greek Orthodox landmarks and the famous Bibliotheca Alexandrina, combining ancient history, spiritual traditions, and breathtaking landscapes in one remarkable experience.

Activity location

  • Cairo International Airport
    • Oruba Road
    • 4475001, Sheraton Al Matar, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Cairo International Airport
    • Oruba Road
    • 4475001, Sheraton Al Matar, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

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An Orthodox Pilgrimage to Egypt

  • Activity duration is 8 days8d
    8d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 7:00
Price details
RM 6,609.85 x 1 AdultRM 6,609.85
Total
Price is RM 6,609.85

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transportation
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Hotels are not included in the prices.

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Cairo International Airport

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Meet and assist by a NASCOTOURS representative upon arrival

Day 2: Coptic Cairo & National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

The Greek Orthodox Nuns Monastery in Mount Nabi Musa (دير السبع بنات )

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the monastery built in 1909, featuring a unique circular, Byzantine-inspired design and a rich religious history associated with St. George.

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization NEMC

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore around 50,000 exhibits showcasing Egypt's rich history and cultural heritage.

Day 3: Giza Pyramids & St. Nicholas Orthodox Church

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Giza Plateau

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the last surviving wonder of the ancient world, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Discover their history, construction, and purpose, then visit the iconic Great Sphinx, with its lion's body and pharaoh's head.

Al Hamzawi Al Saghir

  • 2h
Visit the spiritual home of the Greek Orthodox community St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Egypt, an active parish that preserves Orthodox Christian worship and traditions for local Arabic-speaking believers.

Day 4: Cairo to St. Catherine – Sinai Peninsula

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Sinai Peninsula

  • 4h
Enjoy a scenic drive through the desert and mountains, crossing beneath the Suez Canal via the Ahmed Hamdi Tunnel, with rest stops along the way.

وادي فيران

  • 2h
Visit Monastery of Faran (Seven Nuns) associated with early Christian monasticism, which holds religious and historical significance as part of a region known for Christian hermits and monks.

Saint Catherine

  • 2h
Arrive at the monastery guest house for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: St. Catherine Monastery & St. Paisios Monastery

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

St. Catherine's Monastery

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore one of the oldest working Christian monasteries in the world, built by order of Emperor Justinian I. Visit the legendary site of the Burning Bush and the Chapel of the Burning Bush, traditionally associated with Moses. Discover this sacred site, which holds significance for Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.

Saint Catherine

  • 3h
Hike to St. Paisios Monastery (Optional Hike) associated with Saint Paisios, who served as the spiritual father of its sisterhood and provided spiritual guidance to the nuns during the latter part of his life.

Day 6: Moses Mountain & Transfer to Alexandria

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Jabal Mousa

  • 5h
Begin an early morning excursion at approximately 2:00 AM, accompanied by an experienced Bedouin guide, to climb the sacred mountain. Descend at approximately 7:00 AM.

Alexandria

  • 7h
Drive back to Alexandria and transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 7: Alexandria – Greek Orthodox Heritage & Bibliotheca Alexandrina

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Greek Orthodox Patriarchate Of Alexandria And All Africa

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Patriarchate, featuring stunning Byzantine-style architecture, intricate icons, and a grand interior reflecting the historical importance of the Greek community.

11 San Saba

  • 2h
Explore St. Savvas Church, known for its intimate atmosphere, religious significance, and long-standing role as a spiritual center for the Greek community.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Discover this remarkable modern architectural landmark, home to specialized museums, including the Antiquities Museum, Manuscript Museum, and Sadat Museum, as well as permanent art exhibitions.

Day 8: Departure from Alexandria

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Borg El Arab International Airport, Alexandria

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy breakfast and complete your hotel check-out formalities then transfer to the airport to catch your flight to your final destination.

Location

Activity location

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    Cairo International Airport
    • Oruba Road
    • 4475001, Sheraton Al Matar, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Cairo International Airport
    • Oruba Road
    • 4475001, Sheraton Al Matar, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

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