Embark on a historical pilgrimage in Egypt and trace the footsteps of the Holy Family. Discover the sacred sites they visited in Cairo and experience the rich Christian heritage of the country.
Embark on a historical pilgrimage in Egypt and trace the footsteps of the Holy Family. Discover the sacred sites they visited in Cairo and experience the rich Christian heritage of the country.
The Holy Family’s Journey to Cairo Churches
This year, following Pope Francis’s recognition of the Holy Family’s journey in Egypt as an official Christian pilgrimage:
Cairo Churches
Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Cairo and accompanied by a personal guide to visit the city’s churches. The tour begins with the Hanging Church and St….
The Holy Family’s Journey to Cairo Churches
This year, following Pope Francis’s recognition of the Holy Family’s journey in Egypt as an official Christian pilgrimage:
Cairo Churches
Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Cairo and accompanied by a personal guide to visit the city’s churches. The tour begins with the Hanging Church and St. Sergius, followed by visits to the Church of St. George and the Fortress of Babylon in Old Cairo.
The Holy Family passed through Mostorod, leaving the desert behind and traveling southwards. They crossed the Nile to its eastern bank, heading towards Matariyah and Ain Shams.
These adjacent districts are now suburbs of modern-day Cairo, located about 10 kilometers from the city center. At the time of the Holy Family’s arrival, Ain Shams was home to a large Jewish community. In Matariyah, a tree known as “Mary’s Tree” still stands and is regularly visited, as it is believed the Family rested in its shade.
Continuing towards Old Cairo, the Holy Family paused in Zeitoun (Virgin Mary Church) before proceeding through what are now bustling quarters of Cairo.
Guests will enjoy lunch at an oriental restaurant, with an opportunity to learn about and taste local cuisine, before being driven back to their hotel with wonderful memories.
Points of Interest
- Coptic Cairo
- Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St. Mary)
- Coptic Orthodox Church of St. George (Mari Girgis)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
After the Pope Francis’s recognition of the Holy Family’s trip in Egypt as an official Christian pilgrimage
with the visit of the Holy Family to Egypt. Copts relate that the blessing of Christianity on their country goes back to the days when Jesus was a young boy. The holy family, consisting of the baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph traveled to Egypt and lived…
After the Pope Francis’s recognition of the Holy Family’s trip in Egypt as an official Christian pilgrimage
with the visit of the Holy Family to Egypt. Copts relate that the blessing of Christianity on their country goes back to the days when Jesus was a young boy. The holy family, consisting of the baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph traveled to Egypt and lived there for some time. Numerous traditions exist about the exact locations that the holy family visited and many take annual pilgrimages following this route
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of XX people ( 2 person ) per booking is required
- A maximum of XX people per booking ( 15 person )
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
