Faith and History

The pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure are over 4500 years old and are a testament to the Egyptians’ skills. The Sphinx was created in the belief it would guard the royal tombs.

Saqqara – The Saqqara area is the most researched archaeological site in Egypt with recent excavations uncovering new tombs previously unknown.

Overnight – the second of 7 nights at the Cairo Marriott (Nile River) 5 Star Hotel. B L included – Dinner at Own Expense.

National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation – The museum houses over 30 mummies as well as hundreds of artifacts that showcase Egyptian civilisation.

The Khan El-Khalili Bazaar is a bustling, vibrant market that dates to the 14th century. It’s your time to wander the alleyways and engage with the humour of the store holders.

Overnight – the third of 7 nights at the Cairo Marriott (Nile River) 5 Star Hotel. B L included – Dinner at Own Expense.

Today you start the journey retracing the steps of the Holy Family. We will stop at Bubastis (now known as Tel-Basta) where Jesus created a spring, and you will visit the Holy Well.

We then travel to Belbeis where the family rested under the shade of a noted tree (“The Virgin Mary’s Tree. We will also visit the Saint George Church.

We will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Overnight – the fourth of 7 nights at the Cairo Marriott (Nile River) 5 Star Hotel B L D included  

Night Cruise and Dinner on the Nile: A Dinner Cruise on the Nile where belly dancing and musicians entertain.

Today, we travel to Sakha and the Virgin Mary Church  coming upon the reputed footprint of Jesus, before traveling on to Samanoud. It was here that the Holy Family crossed the Nile where Christ blessed the people. You will also visit Saint Abanoub Church.

We will lunch at a restaurant in Tanta City. Overnight – the fifth of 7 nights at the Cairo Marriott (Nile River) 5 Star Hotel B L included – Dinner at Own Expense.

Today we visit Wadi Natroun. where the Holy Family crossed the Nile nearby.. It is said the Virgin Mary and Jesus hid in this valley during their trip to Egypt. You will visit 4 monasteries, Deir al Beirus, Deir Anba Bishoy, Abu Makar and Deir El-Suryani.

We will take our lunch at a restaurant in Tanta City. Overnight – the sixth of 7 nights at the Cairo Marriott (Nile River) 5 Star Hotel B L included – Dinner at Own Expense.

Coptic Cairo  hosts a great collection of Christian churches that date from the centuries between the decline of the Pharaonic religion and the arrival of Islam when Egypt had a Christian majority.

The name ‘Hanging Church’ comes from the fact that it was built atop the walls of the 4th century BC Roman fortress. It is believed in Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church.

Coptic Cairo & the Ben Ezra Synagogue

The Ben Ezra Synagogue the oldest synagogue in Cairo, was founded in the 9th century and claimed to be the spot where Moses was found in the reeds. It is also alleged to be where Mary drew water to wash Jesus. The synagogue’s storeroom was found to contain a treasure of forgotten sacred manuscripts known as the Geniza Collection.

We will enjoy our lunch at a restaurant in Tanta City. Overnight – the last of 7 nights at the Cairo Marriott (Nile River) 5 Star Hotel B L included – Dinner at Own Expense.

Breakfast in the Hotel and Checkout: Checkout times can be discussed with the hotel but are typically between 11 am and noon. Depending on your departure time, you may have an opportunity to relax or enjoy a shopping experience at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Transfers and Flights: You will transfer to Cairo International Airport for your ongoing journey.