Sunset Camel Ride to St. Simeon Monastery

Overview

Cross the Nile by small boat, then mount a camel for a scenic 20–30-minute ride across desert terrain.

Arrive at the 7th-century Monastery of St. Simeon, one of Egypt’s oldest Christian sites. Explore the ruins, hear tales of hermits and pilgrims, and watch the sunset over Aswan’s western desert.

Included

• Hotel pickup & drop-off
• Round-trip boat crossing
• Camel rental
• Entrance to the monastery
• Guide