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

Aswan , Egypt

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

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About this experience

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.

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St Simeon & Tombs of the Noble

Private Tours<br/>Duration: 6 hours<br/>Bottled Water & Snacks.<br/>Pickup 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

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Nile Holiday tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan and start your tour crossing the Nile to the west bank of Aswan, then Join a camel ride next to Aga khan mausoleum, ride a camel to the 6th- to 11th-century sanctuary dedicated to St. Simeon (Anba Hatre), once home to 1,000 monks. Explore the monks’ dwellings and see the church with its fragmented frescoes.

Move on with your Camel ride to visit the burial places of ancient Egyptian dignitaries of Aswan’s Tombs of the Nobles. Climb a set of stairs cutting across the hill to the cliffside tombs, most follow a simple plan, with an entrance hall, a pillared room and a corridor leading to the burial chamber. Head inside to admire the wall paintings, hieroglyphic biographies and inscriptions telling of the noblemen's journeys into Africa.
On top of the hill above the tombs of the Nobles there is a small shrine or tomb of a local sheikh and holy man "Kubbet el-Hawa” Translated as "the dome of the wind'. The climb is rewarded with amazing views of Aswan, the Nile River and the surrounding landscape.
After finished, Take the ferry boat across the River Nile to the east bank and then transfer back to your hotel in Aswan.

What's not included

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

Tipping

Available languages

Guide guide

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Important information

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Important notes

• WhatsApp: +201000027316
• Email: info@nileholiday.com
• Gratuities' to guides, drivers
• We recommend US$ 7-10 per traveler per tour as tips for the Tour Guide. US$ 5-7 per traveler per tour as tips for the driver. However you might pay more or less depending on their service

About Aswan

Aswan is a charming city on the Nile River, known for its rich history, ancient temples, and stunning Nile landscapes. It offers a more relaxed and authentic Egyptian experience compared to the bustling cities of Cairo and Luxor.

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Abu Simbel

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Nubian Museum

A museum dedicated to the history and culture of the Nubian people, featuring artifacts and exhibits.

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Must-Try Local Dishes

Ful Medames

A traditional fava bean dish, often served with falafel and tahini.

Breakfast Vegetarian

Grilled Nile Fish

Fresh Nile fish grilled and served with garlic sauce and vegetables.

Dinner Gluten-free

Koshari

A popular street food made with rice, lentils, pasta, and crispy onions, topped with tomato sauce.

Lunch Vegetarian

Basbousa

A sweet semolina cake soaked in syrup, often flavored with coconut or rosewater.

Dessert Vegetarian

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