Day trip to Monasteries of Wadi El Natrun from Cairo
Start From 220
Duration 1 Day
Overview
Prepare for an exciting excursion to Wadi El Natrun–a place known for its ancient history, religion, and nature. We begin the day with a hotel pickup in Cairo and proceed on a drive across the desert with an Egyptologist narrating the subject of the region. Visit old Coptic caves’ monasteries with different styles of architecture and view beautiful terrains composed of salt lakes, marshes, and the desert. Take photographs while seeing flamingos, pelicans, and other beautiful sights at this lovely oasis.
With Respect Egypt Tours, Wadi El Natrun became a place where you go for a couple of hours and come back home full of admiration. This time relax on private luxury buses with air conditioning and a well-planned schedule. For every pilgrim visiting ancient monasteries or contemplating the desert, we do our best so that every minute is not wasted and the memories of Wadi El Natrun remain warm and present as if they were yesterday.
Why You Should Love This Trip
✔️ Historic Coptic Monasteries: Explore ancient monasteries with unique architecture and learn their fascinating stories from expert Egyptologists.
✔️ Scenic Natural Beauty: Enjoy breathtaking landscapes with salt lakes, desert dunes, and wildlife, including flamingos and pelicans.
✔️ Cultural Immersion: Discover the spiritual significance of Wadi El Natrun, a sacred place for Coptic Christians for centuries.
✔️ Photography Opportunities: Capture stunning photos of serene marshes, desert vistas, and historic landmarks.
✔️ Comfortable Travel Experience: Relax in private, air-conditioned transport with insightful commentary for a seamless and enriching journey.
Included/Excluded
- Egyptologist Guide.
- All Services and Taxes.
- All transfers to and from your location are made.
- A private air-conditioned vehicle.
- A bottle of water during the tour.
Included
- Tipping.
- Tours optional.
- Any personal items.
- Drinks.
Excluded
Itinerary
A typical tour usually starts early in the morning, with a pick-up from your hotel in Cairo. The drive to Wadi El-Natrun takes about 2-3 hours, depending on traffic.
Along the way, your Respect Egypt Tours' Egyptologist will tell you about the history and culture of the region. Once you arrive in Wadi El-Natrun, you will visit the famous Coptic monasteries for which the region is famous. Each of these monasteries has its unique history and architecture; your expert Egyptologist will provide detailed information about each.
Besides the monasteries, Wadi El-Natrun is known for its beautiful landscapes, a naturally occurring compound used for mummification since ancient times. The area has several salt lakes and marshes, teeming with wildlife such as flamingos, pelicans, and other water birds.
The surrounding desert landscapes are also stunning, with dunes, rocky outcrops, and other features that make great photo opportunities.
After a full day of exploring with Respect Egypt Tours, you will return to Cairo in a modern A/C vehicle, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights/Before You travel
- Coptic monasteries
- Wadi El Natrun
Highlights
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable shoes
- Water bottle
- Camera
- Light clothing
- Snacks
- Medication
- Passport
Before You travel
Package Details
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