In one of the most unique spiritual and cultural trips, we will explore the other side of Luxor, away from the temples and Pharaonic monuments, by visiting a number of historical monasteries that reflect the Coptic heritage in Upper Egypt.
We will enjoy visiting the Monastery of Bishop Pachomius in the monastery village in Esna, which is one of the oldest monasteries in Upper Egypt and an important center of Coptic monasticism, and we will have the opportunity to visit Mar Girgis Monastery, which is characterized by its tranquility and beautiful architecture,, as well as the Martyrs Monastery in Arment, which is one of the oldest Coptic monasteries and has a long history of faith and resistance.
During the trip, you will learn about the history of these monasteries, the life of the monks, and ancient Coptic rituals, and you will have the opportunity to wander around the old churches, see rare icons, and perhaps talk to some of the resident monks, the trip includes comfortable transportation, a tour guide specialized in Coptic heritage, as well as a break for a snack or drink in one of the quiet countryside areas before returning to the hotel in Luxor...
Starting from the hotel or the Nile cruise of your accommodation in Luxor, our representative will pick you up in a modern private car to live a new experience in Luxor by visiting one of the spectacular monasteries of the city.
The day's adventure will begin with a visit to the Monastery of the Saints, and the Monastery of the Saints is so called because there is more than one saint in it, as there are the bodies of St. Anba Bishai, St. Anba Bessantawas, and Anba Soros, and these saints lived in this area and sanctified it with their pure prayers. These saints were among the first to be discipled by the great St. Anba Pachomius, the father of communion, who tested them and, after finding their disposition, clothed them in monastic robes and accepted them joyfully in his first monastery, which he founded near Dharna. Anba Pachomius, the father of communion, tested them, and after finding their disposition, clothed them in monastic robes and accepted them with joy in his first monastery, which he founded near Dendera, as for them, when they entered this holy race, they began to work in many services and multiple hermitages, and then later they united in the area of Tod, where their monastery is located. Pope Shenouda III, who visited it twice, the monastery of the two saints of martyrs Anba Bishai and Anba Basantaous is located east of the village of Toud Armant in the middle of the village cemeteries, and the church building complex of the monastery consists of the old church with four structures in a row and two coves, and the newer church consists of 12 domes, three structures, and nine for the nave and dates back to the 18th and 19th centuries AD, and the two churches are built with adobe bricks, and there is a square plunge pool to the west of the old church.
Then we will continue our adventure to the Monastery of St. Pachomius the Sheikh and the monumental church built in the unique The ancient buildings, dating from the fourth century AD, were built in the fourth century AD, when the church was founded, which is a historical and joyous occasion for the monastery, which is the site of the 2013/11/18 November 9, 1729 AD. Archbishop Tawadros II recognizes the ordination of Mr. Sloanes as a bishop of the Church of the Holy Land, as well as a bishop of the Holy See.
After that, you will be returned to the drop-off site, where our service will come to an end.
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This largely relies on the website you are visiting and the time of day that you are doing so. Some places don't provide much shade, so you should be careful not to expose too much skin to the sun (the Giza Pyramids in the afternoon is a good example of this). Since temples are well-shaded, you do not need to cover yourself up as much. However, keep in mind that despite their good shading, tombs still tend to heat up from the sun and the numerous tourists, so try to wear light clothing, especially made of cotton. Although many individuals choose to wear open-toed sandals, be aware that many of the flooring are extremely uneven, making it possible to easily stub your toe on them.
The greatest time of year to visit Egypt is between September and May, when you can enjoy the outdoors of Egypt with a beautiful cool breeze and not too much heat, but enough. This is because Egypt summers can get incredibly hot, with temperatures climbing as high as 50 Celsius.
In the case of cancellation of the trip by the customer, based on the start dates of the trip, the following costs will be charged:
15% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from the booking date up to 61 days before the start date of the trip
25% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from 60 to 31 days before the start date of the trip
35% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation 30 to 15 days before the start date of the trip
Yes, Luxor Temple offers a unique experience at night. It is open to visitors during the evening hours, and a sound and light show is often held there. The show narrates the history of Luxor Temple through a captivating audiovisual presentation, bringing the ancient temple to life with lights and sound effects.
The official currency of Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (EGP). In Egypt, you will find ATMs where you can withdraw Egyptian Pounds, and many businesses also accept major credit cards. Also, Dollars and Euros are valid all over Egypt. It is advisable to carry some cash for smaller purchases or when visiting local markets.
Dress comfortably in light, breathable clothing and comfortable footwear.
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