
Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour
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Quick answer
Is Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour worth booking?
Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour is a 8-hour experience in Alexandria, Egypt, from $70 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $70 per person
Drive to Wadi El-Natrun, the birthplace for Christian monasticism. Visit the 4 surviving monasteries of the 50 that once existed here. Begin your trip with the oldest and most isolated monastery, Deir al-Baramus, and lea
What you get
- All taxes & service charge.
- Lunch meal at local restaurant.
- Pick up services from hotel & return.
- Private All Languages speaking guide.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Bottled water during your trip.
About this experience
Drive to Wadi El-Natrun, the birthplace for Christian monasticism. Visit the 4 surviving monasteries of the 50 that once existed here. Begin your trip with the oldest and most isolated monastery, Deir al-Baramus, and learn of the Desert Fathers of Christian monasticism.
What's included
Included
- All taxes & service charge.
- Lunch meal at local restaurant.
- Pick up services from hotel & return.
- Private All Languages speaking guide.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Bottled water during your trip.
Not included
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping
- beverages and water during lunch
What you'll see and do
Wadi Natrun
Drive by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Wadi El-Natrun, the actual birthplace for Christian monasticism. Basically, there were about 50 monasteries; only 4 have survived into modern times. Note: Alexandria library is closed on Friday so you can visit the roman theater instead
120 minutes here · Admission included
Begin your trip with Deir al-Baramus which is the oldest of the surviving 4 monasteries and in many ways the most isolated,
60 minutes here · Admission included
then proceeds to Deir Anba Bishoi whose body is still in the monastery.
60 minutes here · Admission included
End your trip visiting Deir El-Suryani which is the smallest and most compact of the 4 monasteries.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, zh-TW, ru, pt, el, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sun Pyramids Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $70 to $233
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sun Pyramids Tours, who run 26 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.2.
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Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Alexandria.
How much does Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $70 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Alexandria usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Alexandria is not rushed.
Is Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Alexandria, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Alexandria can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Alexandria and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Wadi El Natroun Monasteries Full Day Tour from Alexandria - Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Alexandria within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Alexandria?
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On Outty we rank every Alexandria experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half Day Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, Alexandria Full Day Tour, All inclusive private Giza pyramids,Sphinx & highlights of Cairo. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Alexandria?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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