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Private Trip: St Simeon Monastery including Motorboat and Camel Ride
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $50 / person
- Location
- Aswan, Egypt
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
- Languages
- AR, DE, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Reflections Travel
Description
Enjoy riding a Camel to visit St. Simeons Monastery on this Private 3.5 hour Tour on Aswan’s Elephantine Island. As you explore the 7th Century Site view traces of fresco paintings, learn the story of the Monks who used the Island for missionary trips into Nubia and see the writings left by Islamic Pilgrims during their journeys to Mecca
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 13 times a day, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 25
- Adult (ages 12–80)
- $50
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $32
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $71.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 1:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:06 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 24.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Monastery of St. Simeon
Our qualified Egyptologist Guide will pick you up from your Hotel/Nile Cruise in Aswan by Private A/C Vehicle to transfer you to your Motor Boat for your trip to St. Simoen Monastery which is located at the southern tip of Elephantine Island. When you have arrived you will ride a Camel to the Monastery.The original name of this Monastery was Anba Hatre, As you tour around the Monastery you will be able to take in the view of the desert below as you stand at the top of the hill. After this fabulous visit relax and enjoy your drive back to your hotel/nile cruise in Aswan..
What's included
Included
English speaking Guide
Entrance fees
Bottled water provided during your tours and transfers
All service charges & taxes
Entry/Admission of St Simeon Monastery
All transfers by a modern A/C vehicle
Pick up services from hotel & return
Not included
Any optional tours
Tipping
Pickup Locations & Times
We Pick Up All Travelers From Any Point In Aswan
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
3 reviews
How it compares in Aswan
- Starting price $50 is 37% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Aswan
Excurgo comparison of 1,634 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Private Trip: St Simeon Monastery including Motorboat and Camel Ride lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $50 per person for this Aswan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $71. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 13 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $32, adults from $50. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We Pick Up All Travelers From Any Point In Aswan Pickup points include Old Cataract Aswan, We Pick Up All Travelers From Any Point In Aswan .
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in AR, DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Reflections Travel.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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