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Monastery of Saint Simeon

Aswan, Egypt
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover one of the biggest Christian monasteries in Egypt on this private tour from Aswan to the fortress-like 7th-century Monastery of St Simeon. Board a motor boat for a short cruise along the Nile toward the monastery where your guide will fill you in on the story of Anba Samaan Hedra who spent most of his life there. Hotel transfers are included.
  • Explore the sprawling Monastery of St Simeon on a trip from Aswan
  • Private tour, exclusively for your party
  • Hear stories about the monastery from your guide
  • Hassle-free Aswan hotel pickup and drop-off

What's Included

  • pick up and drop off by air conditioning mini bus
  • expert tour guide
  • motor boat
  • qualified sailors
  • camel ride
  • hot drink
  • bottle of water
  • taxes and charges
  • Tipping

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

we pickup all travelers from any hotel or airport

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Monastery of St. Simeon (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Pick Up Time
  • 8.00 am (time change is available)
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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From $120.00

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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