Excursions Details

We will pick you up from your hotel. We will drive privately north to the monasteries in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Both monasteries will transport you to a completely different world; enjoy and feel the peace and complete contentment of the monks. Let the view of the mountains and the Red Sea sink in. The monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul are the oldest monasteries in Christendom. Their origins can be traced back to the 4th century. These two monasteries are considered the holiest site of the Coptic Church in Egypt.

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St Anthony's Monastery (St Anthony's Monastery) is one of the oldest Coptic Orthodox monasteries in the world and is located in Egypt. This monastery has great religious and historical significance for Coptic Christianity. It is located at the foot of the Galala Mountains near the Red Sea coast.

History:
The monastery was founded in the 4th century AD.

Saint Anthony, known as the father of monasticism, lived in a cave near the monastery.

Since its foundation, the monastery has been a spiritual center and a place of pilgrimage.

Architecture:
The monastery includes several ancient churches, including the main church dedicated to Saint Anthony.

There are also libraries containing ancient manuscripts and a spring associated with Anthony.

Significance:
St Anthony's Monastery is an important site for the Coptic Church and a symbol of early monasticism.
It attracts pilgrims and visitors from all over the world.

The Monastery of Saint Paul (St. Paul's Monastery):
Location: The monastery is located in the eastern desert of Egypt, not far from the Red Sea. It is close to the Monastery of Saint Anthony (St. Anthony's Monastery), the oldest monastery in the world.

History: The monastery was founded in the 4th century and is named after Saint Paul of Thebes, who is considered the first Christian hermit. According to tradition, Paul lived in a cave for 80 years to devote himself to prayer and meditation.

Architecture: The monastery includes several churches, including the main church dedicated to Saint Paul, as well as a chapel located above the saint's cave. There is also an ancient spring that still provides water to this day.

Significance: The monastery is an important pilgrimage site for believers and attracts many pilgrims and visitors every year. It is a center of spiritual life and a symbol of the early Christian tradition.

🔔 ONLY with us: Mineral water and soft drinks are included during the trip - To avoid additional costs, we offer our customers mineral water & soft drinks included during the trip.

♦️ Payment methods:

- We accept cash: euros, dollars and Egyptian pounds.

- Credit cards are not currently possible
- Payment is made in advance at the hotel.

♦️ Children's discount:

Children: 0 - 2 = Free
Children: 2-11 = 50%
Child over 11 = Full price

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🎖Excellent service: We offer outstanding customer service that will be at your side throughout your trip.

🎖Competitive prices: Our prices are fair and transparent, with no hidden costs.

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