Visit to the Monastery of St. Simeon

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Visit to the Monastery of St. Simeon

Enjoy your day trip to the St. Simeon Monastery, situated across Elephantine Island's southernmost point. This building was constructed in the sixth century and was formerly known as Anba Hatre Monastery.

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Excursion Details

Duration
3 Hours
Price:
$40.00
Destination
St. Simeon Monastery

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Excursion Itinerary

Enjoy your visit to St. Simeon Monastery for the day. From your Aswan accommodation, you will be driven to the St. Simeon Monastery, across from the southernmost point of the Elephantine Island. It was formerly known as Anba Hatre Monastery. The Monastery's main church was constructed in the first part of the eleventh century, probably earlier in the 10 centuries, making it the oldest structure in Egypt.

Excursion Information

Tour Includes

Services for pickup and drop-off from your Aswan hotel.

English guide for Egyptologists.

Admission costs to the historical sites listed.

Every transfer in a contemporary, air-conditioned vehicle.

Bottled water during the journey.

All taxes and service fees.

Camel Ride.

Tour Excludes

Extras not specified in the itinerary.

Individual spending.

Tipping.

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Tour Reviews

Captivating visit to St. Simeon's Monastery—an enriching experience highly recommended for Aswan travelers.

Madison Hughes
07 Jul 2024

Flawless tour logistics with attentive guide and driver made for a comfortable, informative experience.

Michael Robinson
07 Jul 2024

Visiting St. Simeon's Monastery was a standout in Aswan. Highly recommended for history and culture enthusiasts!

Abigail Turner
07 Jul 2024