Trip to St. Simeon Monastery VIP Private Tour
Book a family Trip to St. Simeon Monastery. Enjoy safe camel rides, fortress ruins, and fun history with Tour Guides Egypt.
Book a family Trip to St. Simeon Monastery. Enjoy safe camel rides, fortress ruins, and fun history with Tour Guides Egypt.
Our Trip to St. Simeon Monastery family package turns a desert historic outing into a safe, comfortable, and thrilling morning adventure for parents and kids alike. Booking this hassle-free Trip to St. Simeon Monastery alongside Tour Guides Egypt eliminates local haggling, providing pre-booked, gentle camels and family-focused guide support. We structured this well-paced itinerary to keep young travelers excited about riding camels across sand dunes, exploring giant castle-like walls, and learning ancient legends. Choosing a family desert ride to St. Simeon Monastery ensures a stress-free experience with clear safety standards and engaging storytelling.
Give your children an inspiring desert adventure and explore ancient fortress ruins together on a private Trip to St. Simeon Monastery.
Contact Tour Guides Egypt today to secure your family booking.
Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.
Camel Journey: Your tour begins with a guided camel ride heading toward the southern tip of Elephantine Island in the Aswan desert.
Exploring the Monastery: Arrive at St. Simeon’s Monastery, one of the best-preserved Christian fortress monasteries in Egypt. Your guide will explain how the site, originally built in the 7th century, is historically named after Anba Hatre—a 4th-century hermit who embraced monastic life after his wedding, studied Saint Antony's teachings, and eventually became Bishop of Aswan.
Hotel Return: After touring the monastery grounds, your tour guide will escort you safely back to your hotel in Aswan.
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