18 Days Spiritual Journey Across Egypt

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The Holy Family Tour in Egypt is one of the most meaningful spiritual journeys in the world, following the sacred path of the Virgin Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus during their stay in Egypt.

This pilgrimage covers key religious and historical locations across Cairo, northern Sinai, the Nile Delta, Upper Egypt, and the Red Sea region including Luxor and Sharm El Sheikh.

It is a journey that combines faith, history, and cultural discovery.

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Airport meet & assist 8 nights Cairo hotel 1 night Arish 2 nights Minya 1 night Assiut 1 night Luxor 2 nights Sharm El Sheikh Private air-conditioned transport Licensed Egyptologist guide Entrance fees & taxes Train & bus transfers

International flights Visa fees Meals not mentioned Personal expenses Tips Optional activities

Tour Plan

Duration: 18 Days / 17 Nights Best Time to Visit: October to April Type: Religious + Cultural + Historical Tour The Holy Family Tour in Egypt follows the footsteps of the Holy Family across churches, monasteries, wells, and ancient routes that mark their journey through Egypt. This tour is ideal for spiritual travelers and history lovers.

🔹 Day 1–2: Arrival & Cairo Tour

Arrival in Cairo and visit:

Great Pyramids of Giza
Egyptian Museum
Cairo Citadel

🔹 Day 3–7: Sinai & Delta Holy Sites

Visit key sacred locations:

Rafah route (Holy Family entry point)
El Arish churches ruins
Tel Basta (Jesus Well)
Mostorod Church of Virgin Mary
Belbeis Church & Holy Tree
Samanoud Church
Wadi El Natrun Monasteries (Anba Bishoy, Abu Makar, Baramous, Syrian Monastery)

🔹 Day 8–11: Old Cairo & Upper Egypt

Explore religious landmarks:

Old Cairo churches (Abu Serga, Hanging Church, St. Barbara)
Maadi Church of Virgin Mary
Minya monasteries
Ashmounin ancient ruins
Mount Qussqam (Al Muharraq Monastery)
Dronka Monastery in Assiut

🔹 Day 12–13: Luxor Heritage

Visit ancient temples in Luxor:

Valley of the Kings
Temple of Hatshepsut
Karnak Temple
Luxor Temple

🔹 Day 14–16: Sharm El Sheikh

Transfer to Sharm El Sheikh for relaxation and free days.

Enjoy the Red Sea beaches and leisure activities.

🔹 Day 17: Mount Sinai & Saint Catherine

Visit:

Mount Sinai
Saint Catherine's Monastery

Witness sunrise from the sacred mountain.

🔹 Day 18: Departure

Transfer to Cairo airport for final departure.

18 Days Spiritual Journey Across Egypt

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