Private Wadi El-Natrun Tour from Cairo: Visit Historic Monasteries and Deir Abu Magar

Embark on a private tour from Cairo to Wadi El-Natrun and explore the historic monasteries, including Deir Abu Magar. Discover the birthplace of monasticism and visit the oldest and most preserved monasteries in the area. Book now!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Wadi El Natrun - You will be picked up by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Wadi El-Natroun, known as the birthplace of monasticism. Originally, there were about 50 monasteries, but only 4 have survived to this day. Your day tour will begin with a visit to Deir al-Baramus, the oldest and most isolated of the surviving monasteries. Next, you will proceed to Deir Anba Bishoi, where the body of Anba Bishoi is still kept. The trip will conclude with a visit to Deir El-Suryani, the smallest and best-preserved monastery. Afterward, you will return to your hotel. Wadi Natrun Day trip highlights: Monasteries at Wadi El Natroun. ANBA BISHOY monastery, Wadi el Natrun. Kloster bei Wadi El Natrun. Deir Abu Magar.
What's Included
  • Round-trip by air-conditioned bus
  • Complimentary bottle of water
What's Not Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • tipping
Additional Information

You will drive by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Wadi El-Natrun, which is regarded as the birthplace of monasticism. there were about 50 monasteries, and only 4 have survived until today. your day tour will start with a visit to Deir al-Baramus, the oldest of the surviving 4 monasteries, and the most isolated one, then proceed to Deir Anba Bishoi whose body is still in the monastery. You will end your trip with a visit to Deir El-Suryani the smallest and most preserved monastery. Then return back to your hotel.
Wadi Natrun Day trip highlights:

Monasteries at Wadi El Natroun.
ANBA BISHOY monastery, Wadi el Natrun.
Kloster bei Wadi El Natrun.
Deir Abu Magar.

Location
Wadi El Natrun
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.