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St. Simeon Monastery Tour in Aswan

Aswan, Egypt

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Overview

Duration

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

Ride a camel to St. Simeon’s Monastery on a private, 3.5-hour tour on Aswan's Elephantine Island. Glimpse faint traces of fresco paintings as you explore the 7th-century site, and take in stark views from the fortified walls. Learn the story of the monks that used Elephantine Island as a basecamp for missionary trips into Nubia, and find graffiti left by Islamic pilgrims during their long journeys to Mecca.

What to remember

Important info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What's included

Motor boat to cross the Nile. entry/Admission - Monastery of St. Simeon. Hotel/port pickup and drop-off . camel to the Monastery

What's not included

Food and drinks . Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

Show You Egypt