Trip to St. Simeon Monastery

Join an exciting journey to the southern tip of Elephantine Island where you will find St. Simeon's Monastery, an ancient, abandoned fortress monastery mostly built during the 7th century and located near Aswan. Enjoy a fun camel ride from the boat landing, avoiding traditional hassles, as you journey toward this remarkable historical site. The monastery, originally known as Anba Hatre Monastery, dates back to the 6th century. Your expert Egyptologist guide will walk you through the keep, courtyards, church, rock-cut caves of the saints, and the remaining 6th-century frescoes. Learn about its fascinating history, its rebuilding in the 11th century, and the spiritual life of the monks who once inhabited the desert before returning to your hotel in Aswan.