Trip to St. Simeon Monastery
The experience
Overview
On this day trip you will visit St. Simeon Monastery, set opposite the southern tip of Elephantine Island. The site sits on the Nile’s edge, offering a clear sense of place as you approach the old structure and its surroundings. As you explore the monastery grounds, you will learn about its long history. The building was originally known as Anba Hatre Monastery and its origins date back to the 6th century. Along the way you can take time to appreciate the age of the structure and consider its role through the centuries. The visit offers a straightforward encounter with a historic religious site and the chance to connect the name St. Simeon to its earlier identity as Anba Hatre.
Aswan · 214 Cultural & Historic · typical ~5,156 EGP · 3,805 EGP · good value
Why this one
Highlights
- ✦0-3y free entry
The fine print
What's included
- ✓Entrance fees
- ✓All transfers by a modern air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓All taxes and fees
- ✓English Egyptologist guide
- ✕Personal spending
- ✕Tipping
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
- How long is this experience?
- 3 hours
- Can I cancel my booking?
- Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
- What's included?
- Entrance fees · All transfers by a modern air-conditioned vehicle · Bottled water · All taxes and fees · English Egyptologist guide
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The same experience, compared across platforms.
- ViatorCheapest · −39%2,329 EGP≈ $45
- Booking.com(this listing)3,805 EGP≈ $74
