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Trip to St. Simeon Monastery
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $45 / person
- Location
- Aswan, Egypt
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- AR, DE, ZH-TW, RU
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Sun Pyramids Tours
Description
Enjoy your Day Trip To St. Simeon Monastery that is located opposite the southern tip of Elephantine Island. Originally known as Anba Hatre Monastery, this structure dates back to the 6th century.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 9+)
- $45
- Child (ages 4–8)
- $18
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $73.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Elephantine Island
Enjoy your Day Trip To St. Simeon Monastery. You will be transferred from your hotel in Aswan to St. Simeon Monastery which is located opposing the southern tip of the Elephantine Island. Firstly, it was called Anba Hatre Monastery.
Monastery of St. Simeon
The principal church of the Monastery was built during the first half of the eleventh century ( or possibly earlier, in the tenth century ) and represents the oldest of its kind in Egypt
What's included
Included
Entrance fees to the mentioned historical places
All transfers by a modern air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water during your trip
All service charges and taxes
Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return English Egyptologist guide
Not included
Personal spending
Tipping
Pickup Locations & Times
Kindly note: if your hotel is on Soheil Island, Hisa Island, aswan airport or any Nubian hostel, there will be an extra cost.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Aswan
- Starting price $45 is 12% below the typical $51 for tours of similar length in Aswan
Excurgo comparison of 1,630 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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 Trip to St. Simeon Monastery take?
Trip to St. Simeon Monastery lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Trip to St. Simeon Monastery cost?
Prices start at $45 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 $73. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Trip to St. Simeon Monastery run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Trip to St. Simeon Monastery cost for children?
Children aged 4–8 pay from $18, adults from $45. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Trip to St. Simeon Monastery 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. Kindly note: if your hotel is on Soheil Island, Hisa Island, aswan airport or any Nubian hostel, there will be an extra cost. Pickup points include Lefay Floating Hotel In Aswan, Kulih Nubian House.
What languages is Trip to St. Simeon Monastery offered in?
The experience is available in AR, DE, ZH-TW, RU, PT, JA, EL, 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.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Trip to St. Simeon Monastery worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sun Pyramids Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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