6 days 5 nights
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This 6-day Coptic Cairo and Alexandria Tour is a sacred journey into the heart of Egypt’s Christian roots. Perfect for faith-based travelers, heritage seekers, and spiritual explorers, it invites you to walk in the footsteps of the Holy Family and discover the hidden treasures of Coptic Egypt.
You’ll visit old churches in Cairo, quiet desert monasteries in Wadi El Natroun, and the beautiful coastal city of Alexandria, where Christianity first began in Egypt. Along the way, your guide will share stories of saints, miracles, and how early Christians lived and prayed.
Led by experienced Egyptologists who understand the spiritual weight of each site, this tour offers reflection, connection, and depth. With Respect Tours, you won’t just see Christian Egypt, you’ll feel it. You’ll see Egypt’s spiritual side through the eyes of locals.
Your journey begins with a warm welcome at Cairo International Airport, where a representative from Respect Tours will greet you with a smile and assist you through visa and arrival formalities, ensuring a smooth and seamless start to your adventure.
You'll then be transferred by private, air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in the heart of the city. After check-in, take time to settle in and unwind from your travels.
Tomorrow, your path through Egypt’s holy heritage begins.
🍽️ Meals: None 🛏️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, get ready to visit the most famous site in Egypt, the Great Pyramids of Giza. With your guide, explore the pyramids up close, learn how they were built, and even walk inside (if you choose). Don’t forget to snap a fun photo with the Sphinx or riding a camel with the pyramids in the background!
Next, visit the Valley Temple, part of the ancient funerary complex, where kings were once prepared for their journey to the afterlife.
In the afternoon, explore The Grand Egyptian Museum is the world’s largest museum dedicated to ancient Egypt, showcasing over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete Tutankhamun collection, in a stunning modern setting beside the Giza Pyramids.
After a day of discovery, head back to your hotel for a peaceful evening and well-deserved rest.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 🛏️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before heading into the spiritual heart of Cairo.
Your first stop is St. George Church, one of the oldest Christian churches in Cairo. Then walk to the Hanging Church, beautifully perched above an old Roman gate. Nearby, explore Abu Serga Church, where it’s believed the Holy Family once took shelter during their flight into Egypt, a truly sacred place.
Continue to the Beni Ezra Synagogue, an important Jewish site with centuries of history, followed by a visit to the Coptic Museum, home to ancient manuscripts, icons, and beautiful religious art.
Your final spiritual stop is the Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque, the first mosque ever built in Egypt. The day ends with free time at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can shop, sip mint tea, or simply soak in the local rhythm.
End your day in comfort as you're driven back to your hotel, carrying the echoes of Cairo’s sacred past.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 🛏️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Cairo and begin your journey north to Alexandria, Egypt’s second-largest city, where Greco-Roman history blends with early Christian heritage. But first, a sacred detour awaits.
On the way, you’ll visit the revered region of Wadi El Natrun, home to some of Egypt’s oldest and most spiritually significant Christian monasteries. Here in this quiet valley, monks have lived; this valley has nurtured monastic life for over 1,500 years.
You’ll step into open monasteries such as Deir Abu Makar, Deir Al Suryan, or Deir Anba Bishoy, where faith, simplicity, and centuries-old traditions are still preserved by devoted monks.
After this peaceful interlude, continue your drive to Alexandria. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, a perfect time to rest, walk along the Mediterranean, or reflect on the spiritual path you’re walking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 🛏️ Overnight: Alexandria Hotel
After breakfast, get ready to uncover Alexandria’s deep spiritual and historical roots.
Begin at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, an underground world carved into rock, where ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans laid their dead to rest. These 2nd-century tombs are filled with carved chambers, spiral staircases, and ancient statues, a true wonder carved beneath the city.
Then head to the Fort Qaitbey, built on the ruins of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria. With waves crashing below and sea air all around, the fort offers stunning views and stories of sultans and sailors who guarded Egypt’s coast.
Your journey continues at St. Mark’s Cathedral, the spiritual heart of the Coptic Orthodox Church and home to centuries of Christian heritage. The last stop will be at peaceful Montazah Gardens, where royal palm trees and Mediterranean breezes invite you to breathe, reflect, and rest.
The day ends with a drive back to Cairo and check-in at your hotel.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 🛏️ Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Enjoy your final breakfast in Egypt. Depending on your flight time, a Respect Tours representative will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast 🛫 Departure: Cairo International Airport
Alexandria is about 220 km (137 miles) northwest of Cairo. The drive typically takes 2.5 to 3 hours via the desert highway in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
Not exactly. Coptic Cairo is a small part of Old Cairo, specifically known for its Christian heritage and sacred landmarks.
Must-see sites include the Hanging Church, Abu Serga, St. George Church, Beni Ezra Synagogue, the Coptic Museum, and Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque.
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