Trip to Monastery of Saint Paul the anchorite from Hurghada
1 day
About this activity
Explore Egypt’s Coptic Christian heritage on a 14-hour private monastery tour from Hurghada. Traveling north through the Eastern Desert mountains with your very own knowledgeable guide, head to the 4th-century, village-style St Anthony’s Monastery, the world’s oldest working monastery. Admire the beautiful, palm-fringed complex and visit its decorated churches and chapels as you hear about its long history. Then, continue to serene St Paul’s Monastery, another 4th-century, fortified retreat. View its well-preserved frescoes and churches, including a rock-carved cave church, before returning to Hurghada. Lunch is included on your tour. Private 14-hour tour from Hurghada to St Anthony’s Monastery and St Paul’s Monastery Travel through the Eastern Desert mountains to see Egypt's oldest Coptic Christian monasteries Take in the beauty of cliffside St Anthony’s, a working monastery with walls, gardens and churches See the bright church paintings and learn about St Anthony and the monastic life Visit St Paul’s Monastery, a serene retreat founded by the world’s first hermit, St Paul View the fresco-covered churches and underground cave where Paul lived Enjoy the in-depth attention of a private guide, with personalized commentary
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Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
65%
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