Cave church of St Simon
Tour info
Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?
Ride a camel to St. Simeon’s Monastery on a private, 3.5-hour tour on Aswan's Elephantine Island. Glimpse faint traces of fresco paintings as you explore the 7th-century site, and take in stark views from the fortified walls. Learn the story of the monks that used Elephantine Island as a basecamp for missionary trips into Nubia, and find graffiti left by Islamic pilgrims during their long journeys to Mecca.
What’s included?
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Hotel/port pickup and drop-off -
entry/Admission - Monastery of St. Simeon -
Motor boat to cross the Nile -
camel to the Monastery -
Food and drinks
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Gratuities
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 3h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
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