| Adult | 130.00$ |
|---|---|
| Child | 0.00$ |
Discover two of the most sacred sites of the Coptic Orthodox Church on a full-day private tour from Hurghada. Explore the Monastery of Saint Anthony and the Monastery of Saint Paul, the oldest Christian monasteries in the world, located deep in the Eastern Desert.
Highlights
- Visit the historic Monastery of St. Anthony
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
- Explore the ancient Monastery of St. Paul
- Learn about early Christian monastic life
- Private transportation from Hurghada included.
Tour Program
Start your spiritual journey with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Hurghada. Relax in a private air-conditioned vehicle as you travel toward the Eastern Desert and the holy sites near Zaafarana.
Monastery of Saint Anthony
Upon arrival, your guide will lead you through one of the holiest and most significant monasteries in Egypt. Founded in the 4th century AD, this vast monastic complex sits at the foot of the Red Sea Mountains and includes churches, chapels, gardens, a bakery, and ancient living quarters.
The Monastery of Saint Anthony is surrounded by high defensive walls and remains an active center of Coptic monastic life.
After your visit, head to a local restaurant for a relaxing lunch.
Monastery of Saint Paul
Continue your tour with a short 40 km drive to the Monastery of Saint Paul, the second destination of the day. Smaller in size but rich in history, this monastery dates back to the early Christian era. Inside, discover a collection of precious artifacts, including ancient icons, altars, an olive press, and the wooden coffin containing the relics of Saint Paul the Anchorite.
Your tour concludes around 17:30 with a comfortable return to your hotel in Hurghada.
Timing & Duration
- Pickup: Around 03:30 AM (depending on hotel location)
- Drop-off: Around 17:30 PM
- Duration: Approx. 14 hours
- Tour runs daily
Important: Please order a breakfast box from your hotel the evening before and collect it in the morning.
What to Bring
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Camera
- Comfortable clothing (warm in winter, light in summer)
Prices
- Private tour for 2 persons: $70 per person
- Private tour for 4 persons: $65 per person
- Private tour for 6 persons: $60 per person
- Private tour for solo traveler: $130
Include
Private, air-conditioned vehicle (round trip).
Private guided tour.
Entrance fees.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Exclude
Drinks at the restaurant.
Personal expenses.
Optional activities.