Explore the sacred spaces graced by the Holy Family’s presence. Partake in the remarkable journey of the Holy Family to Egypt, complete with amazing tours of the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Enjoy a relaxing Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan to visit the significant sites on the banks of the River Nile.
Explore the sacred spaces graced by the Holy Family’s presence. Partake in the remarkable journey of the Holy Family to Egypt, complete with amazing tours of the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Enjoy a relaxing Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan to visit the significant sites on the banks of the River Nile.
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo - Welcome to the Land of the Pharaohs
Day 2: Pyramids and Cairo Sightseeing
After breakfast, a personal guide will accompany the group to the Giza Plateau to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Giza, the famous Sphinx, and the Valley Temple facing the great statue. Then, transfer to…
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo - Welcome to the Land of the Pharaohs
Day 2: Pyramids and Cairo Sightseeing
After breakfast, a personal guide will accompany the group to the Giza Plateau to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Giza, the famous Sphinx, and the Valley Temple facing the great statue. Then, transfer to visit the Egyptian Museum and the Treasures room of the child king Tutankhamun. Continue driving to Islamic Cairo to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.
Day 3: Tel Basta & Belbis
After breakfast, a personal guide will accompany the group to start the Holy Family Journey in Egypt. The first stop will be at the town of Babastis, now known as Tel-Basta, about 100 km northeast of Cairo, where Jesus gushed forth a spring of water to drink. Visit the holy well, then proceed to Belbeis (ancient Philippos). The Holy Family made their way northeast to Belbeis, about 55 km from Cairo. They rested under a tree called “The Virgin Mary’s Tree.” Visit Saint George Church, then return to Cairo. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.
Day 4: Sakha & Samanoud
Visit the Virgin Mary Church, a place renowned for its Christian community in the Middle Ages, and see the footprint of Jesus Christ. Then, transfer to Samanoud, where the Holy Family crossed the River Nile to the city of Samanoud inside the Delta. They were warmly received by the people, who were blessed by Jesus Christ. Visit Saint Abanoub Church and a holy well where the Holy Family drank.
Day 5: Wadi Natroun
Visit Wadi Natroun, a desert area said to have been blessed by Christ. The Holy Family crossed the western branch of the River Nile (Rosetta branch) to the south to Wadi Al-Natrun. According to tradition, the Virgin Mary and her son, the child Jesus Christ, hid in that valley during their trip to Egypt, and Jesus Christ blessed the four directions of the valley. Wadi Al-Natrun is considered one of the most famous valleys in Egypt.
Day 6: Cairo Churches
Visit Cairo churches, starting with the Hanging Church and St. Sergius, then continue to see the Church of St. George.
Day 7: Cairo to Minya Tour
Day 8: Minya - Dandara - Luxor
Day 9: Luxor Nile Cruise Tours
Day 10: Luxor Nile Cruise Excursions
Day 11: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
Day 12: Aswan Nile Cruise Tour
Day 13: Aswan - Train to Cairo
Day 14: Cairo Optional Excursions
Day 15: Cairo - Fly Back Home
Points of Interest
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Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary)
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Pyramids of Giza
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Wadi Natrun
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Deluxe Tours Egypt

- Private tour
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 14 nights accommodation
- Round-trip private transfer
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 14 nights accommodation
- Round-trip private transfer
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to go inside the Great pyramids , mummy room at the Egyptian museum
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees to go inside the Great pyramids , mummy room at the Egyptian museum
- Gratuities
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.