Day Trip to St Simeon Monastery and Tombs of the Nobles in Aswan

Duration: 6 hours

Explore two of the less visited sights on the west bank of the River Nile in Aswan in a day trip to St Simeon Monastery and Tombs of the Nobles. Catch a motorized boat across the River Nile and ride a camel to this 6th- to 11th-century sanctuary dedicated to St. Simeon (Anba Hatre), and then proceed with Camel ride the Tombs of the Nobles, climb to the cliffside tombs, and head inside to admire the wall paintings and hieroglyphics that depict the nobles’ lives. Motor boat, Camel Rides, Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

What's included

  • Qualified Egyptologist tour guide
  • All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned sightseeing
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • Motor boat, Camel Ride & Ferry Boat ride
  • Pick-up and return from your hotel in Aswan
  • All service charges and taxes

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
    • Tipping

    Languages spoken by guide

    Arabic
    German
    English
    Italian
    Spanish

    Additional information

    Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Your Tour guide will pick you up from the Lobby of your Hotel in Aswan

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older, or be accompanied by an adult, to book.

    Operated by Nile Holiday

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