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KMT828 | Footsteps of Faith
Footsteps of Faith | The Holy Family’s Journey Through Egypt Overview
Embark on a spiritual pilgrimage through Egypt with The Holy Family Trip. This 10-day journey traces the steps of the Holy Family as they sought refuge in Egypt, visiting ancient churches, sacred sites, and monasteries. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the serene desert monasteries, this itinerary offers a profound connection to the rich Christian heritage of Egypt.
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What to Expect: Footsteps of Faith | The Holy Family’s Journey Through Egypt
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Experience Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Morning/Afternoon: Airport Reception and Hotel Transfer
- Airport Reception: Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, Kemet Experience representatives will be there to greet you and assist with arrival formalities.
- Hotel Transfer: You will then be comfortably transferred to your hotel in Cairo.
Evening: Itinerary Review and Relaxation
- Itinerary Review: Once settled at the hotel, our representative will meet you to review your holiday itinerary in detail. We will confirm the pick-up times for each of your tours.
- Relax and Unwind: Enjoy a restful evening and prepare for the adventures that await you.
Overnight in Cairo
Day 2: Ancient Marvels of Giza and Cairo
Morning: Exploration of the Giza Plateau
- Breakfast: Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Cairo at 9:00 AM.
- Transfer to Giza: Your private tour guide will accompany you to the Giza Plateau.
Highlights:
- Great Pyramids: Explore the ancient wonders of King Khufu (Cheops), King Khafre (Chephren), and King Menkaure (Mykerinus).
- The Great Sphinx: Marvel at this iconic limestone statue.
- Valley Temple: Discover the fascinating mortuary temple used for mummification.
Afternoon: Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo
- Lunch: Savor a delightful lunch at a local restaurant.
- Egyptian Museum: Visit this renowned museum to witness a vast collection of ancient artifacts.
- Old Cairo: Explore the historic area, including a tour of the vibrant Khan El Khalili bazaar.
Evening: Return to Hotel
- Transfer: Our representative will transfer you back to your hotel.
- Dinner: Enjoy a delightful dinner at your hotel, reminiscing about the day’s discoveries.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning: Ancient Marvels of Giza
Breakfast: Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Cairo at 9:00 AM.
Transfer to Giza: Your private tour guide will accompany you to the Giza Plateau.
Highlights:
Great Pyramids: Explore the ancient wonders of King Khufu (Cheops), King Khafre (Chephren), and King Menkaure (Mykerinus).
The Great Sphinx: Marvel at this iconic limestone statue.
Valley Temple: Discover the fascinating mortuary temple.
Afternoon: Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo
Lunch: Savor a delightful lunch at a local restaurant.
Egyptian Museum: Head to this renowned museum to witness a vast collection of ancient artifacts.
Old Cairo: Explore the historic area, including a tour of the vibrant Khan El Khalili bazaar.
Evening: Return to Hotel
Transfer: Our representative will transfer you back to your hotel.
Dinner: Enjoy a delightful dinner at your hotel, reminiscing about the day’s discoveries.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Journey Through Cairo’s Sacred Sites
Morning: Visit to Historic Churches
- Breakfast: Begin your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Cairo.
- Church of the Virgin Mary in Ma’adi: Discover this serene and historic site where the Holy Family is believed to have crossed the Nile.
- Hanging Church: Marvel at the architecture and history of this iconic church, one of the oldest in Egypt.
- St. Sergius and Bacchus Church: Explore the ancient church believed to have sheltered the Holy Family during their journey in Egypt.
Afternoon: Continuing the Religious Exploration
- Church of St. George: Visit this beautiful church, known for its rich history and impressive architecture.
- Fortress of Babylon: Explore this ancient fortress in Old Cairo, significant for its connection to the Holy Family.
- Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo.
Evening: Return to Hotel
- Transfer: Our representative will transfer you back to your hotel.
- Dinner: Relax and enjoy a delightful dinner at your hotel, reflecting on the day’s spiritual journey.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Sacred Journey to El Matariya and Zeitoun
Morning: Visit to El Matariya (Ancient Heliopolis)
- Breakfast: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel in Cairo.
- Mary’s Tree: Visit the holy tree where the Holy Family rested and where child Jesus caused a spring to flow.
- Aromatic Balsam Plant: Learn about the balsam plant, used in church rituals and for perfumes like myron oil.
Midday: Visit to the Church of the Virgin Mary in Zeitoun
- Church of the Virgin Mary: Head to the Zeitoun area to visit this beautifully adorned church, featuring carvings and numerous icons painted by Italian artists.
Afternoon: Leisure and Reflection
- Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo.
Evening: Return to Hotel
- Transfer: Our representative will transfer you back to your hotel.
- Dinner: Relish a delightful dinner at your hotel, reflecting on the day’s spiritual and historical experiences.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Visit to Mostorad, Meniet Samanoud, and Sakha Town
Morning: Visit to Mostorad
- Breakfast: Begin your day with a nutritious breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Mostorad: Known as “El Mahamaah” or “the bathing place,” where the Virgin Mary bathed the child Jesus and washed his clothes.
Midday: Journey to Meniet Samanoud
- Meniet Samanoud: Travel to this welcoming village where the Holy Family was greeted with warmth and hospitality.
- Ancient Church Remains: Visit St. Abanoub Church, built over the remains of an ancient church blessed by Christ.
- Granite Trough: See the huge granite trough believed to have been used by the Virgin Mary for kneading.
Afternoon: Exploration of Sakha Town
- Sakha Town: Head to this town near Kafr El Sheikh, known as “Pekha – Issous” or “The Foot of Jesus.”
- Footprint of Jesus: Discover the stone with the footprint of Christ.
- Church of the Virgin Mary: Visit the church that preserves the rock with the footprints of the child Jesus.
- Lunch: Enjoy a lunch box provided during the trip.
Evening: Return to Cairo
- Transfer: Drive back to your hotel.
- Dinner: Enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel, reflecting on the day’s spiritual journey.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch Box, Dinner
Day 6: Sacred Sites of Tel-Basta, Tanis, and Ismailia
Morning: Journey to Tel-Basta and Tanis
- Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel.
- Transfer to Tel-Basta (Bubastis): Start your journey at this significant site where Jesus caused a spring of water to flow.
- Visit to Tanis: Explore the main capital of the 26th dynasty.
- Small Museum: Discover artifacts and exhibits showcasing the history of Tanis.
- Ramses Temple: Marvel at the remnants of this ancient temple.
- Royal Tombs: Visit the royal tombs and learn about their historical significance.
Afternoon: Lunch and Arrival in Ismailia
- Lunch: Enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant in Ismailia.
- Transfer to Hotel: After your visits, our representative will transfer you to your hotel in Ismailia.
- Dinner: Savor a delightful dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Ismailia
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul
Morning: Visit to Monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul
- Breakfast: Enjoy a nourishing breakfast at your hotel in Suez.
- Check-Out and Transfer: Check out from your hotel and drive south along the coast.
- St. Anthony Monastery: Explore the largest monastery in Egypt, built in the 4th century AD, with the church constructed over St. Anthony’s tomb.
- St. Paul Monastery: Visit this equally impressive monastery, known for its stunning artifacts, and learn about Saint Paul, considered the first monk.
Afternoon: Journey to El Minya
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch during your journey.
- Visit Jabal Al Tair (Birds Mountain): Stop at this significant site near El Minya city, where the Holy Family rested in a cave.
Evening: Arrival in El Minya
- Check-In at Hotel: Upon arrival in El Minya, check in to your hotel.
- Dinner: Enjoy a delightful dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in El Minya
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Tuna El Gabal and Beni Hasan
Morning: Visit to Tuna El Gabal
- Breakfast: Begin your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel.
- Transfer to Tuna El Gabal: Our representative will take you to this significant necropolis.
- Highlights:
- Crypts of Baboons and Ibis: Symbolizing the god Thoth.
- Tomb of Isadora: Explore this ancient burial site.
- Tomb of Pet-Osiers: Visit the tomb of the priest.
- Ancient Water Wheel: Witness this marvel of ancient engineering.
- Boundary Stele of Aton: Discover this important artifact.
Afternoon: Visit to El-Ashmunein and Beni Hasan
- Lunch: Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant.
- El-Ashmunein: Explore the open-air museum with its two colossal baboon statues and admire the ruins of the Basilica Church.
- Beni Hasan: Travel to this site on the Eastern Bank of the Nile to view the intricately decorated rock-cut tombs.
Evening: Arrival in Assiut
- Transfer to Assiut: After visiting Beni Hasan, drive to Assiut.
- Check-In at Hotel: Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.
- Dinner: Savor a delightful dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Assiut
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Al Muharraq Monastery and Return to Cairo
Morning: Visit to Al Muharraq Monastery
- Breakfast: Start your day with a nourishing breakfast at your hotel in Assiut.
- Transfer to Al Muharraq Monastery: Visit this significant site where the Holy Family stayed for 6 months and 10 days, the longest period at any location.
- Historical Significance: Learn about the divine message received by the Holy Family to return to Palestine.
Midday: Explore the Rock-Cut Tombs of Miar
- Rock-Cut Tombs: Approximately 8 km west of the monastery, explore the well-preserved tombs of Miar, belonging to nobles and rulers from the 6th and 12th dynasties.
Afternoon: Return Journey to Cairo
- Lunch: Enjoy a meal during your journey back to Cairo.
Evening: Arrival in Cairo
- Transfer to Hotel: Upon arrival in Cairo, check in to your hotel.
- Dinner: Relish a delightful dinner at your hotel, reflecting on the day’s historical experiences.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Final Farewell
Morning: Final Farewell in Cairo
- Breakfast: Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel in Cairo.
- Transfer to Airport: Our representative will pick you up and transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Additional Information
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Prices
| Two Persons | Four Persons | Six Persons |
|---|---|---|
| 1935,00 EUR | 1515,00 EUR | 1345,00 EUR |
Prices indicated per person.
Per Person in Double – minimum 02 people.
Per Person in Double – minimum 04 people.
Per Person in Double – minimum 06 people.
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