Experience the ancient history of Swenet on Elephantine Island in Aswan. Discover the pharaonic era trading town and its strategic location on the First Cataract.
Experience the ancient history of Swenet on Elephantine Island in Aswan. Discover the pharaonic era trading town and its strategic location on the First Cataract.
- Elephantine Island - In the lore of ancient Egypt, Elephantine served as the abode of Khnum, the deity with a ram’s head who was the guardian and regulator of the Nile’s flow, operating from subterranean caverns on the island. He received adoration as a member of the later-formed Elephantine Triad, which also encompassed Satis and Anuket. Satis,…
- Elephantine Island - In the lore of ancient Egypt, Elephantine served as the abode of Khnum, the deity with a ram’s head who was the guardian and regulator of the Nile’s flow, operating from subterranean caverns on the island. He received adoration as a member of the later-formed Elephantine Triad, which also encompassed Satis and Anuket. Satis, venerated since the earliest times as a martial goddess and sentinel of this pivotal Egyptian territory, was also revered as a fertility deity, symbolizing the Nile’s fruitful inundation, which was seen as her offspring, Anuket. The worship of Satis began in the venerable city of Aswan. Subsequently, with the establishment of the triad, Khnum was recognized as her mate, making him the putative progenitor of Anuket. Over time, Khnum’s narrative evolved, and his river-related responsibilities were reassigned to another god. This shift allowed him to be depicted as a divine potter, shaping human forms, thus giving him a role in the genesis of mankind.
- Exclusive services of a qualified English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Complimentary pickup and drop-off service from your location.
- Air-conditioned transportation for your comfort.
- Access to all sights mentioned in the tour itinerary.
- Enjoyable motor boat ride included.
- Bottled water provided on the vehicle throughout the tour.
- Exclusive services of a qualified English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Complimentary pickup and drop-off service from your location.
- Air-conditioned transportation for your comfort.
- Access to all sights mentioned in the tour itinerary.
- Enjoyable motor boat ride included.
- Bottled water provided on the vehicle throughout the tour.
- Sightseeing entrance fees are to be paid on spot by credit card
- other Languages Egyptologist guide are available up to request
- Tipping, beverages, extra activities, and Personal spending
- Sightseeing entrance fees are to be paid on spot by credit card
- other Languages Egyptologist guide are available up to request
- Tipping, beverages, extra activities, and Personal spending
Family-friendly environment where kids’ mischief and naughtiness are embraced! Enjoy an easy, gentle pace with no stress or hassle.
Before the city of Aswan existed, Elephantine Island was home to a trading town from the pharaonic era known as Swenet. This town utilized the island and the challenging waters of the First Cataract for defense against…
Family-friendly environment where kids’ mischief and naughtiness are embraced! Enjoy an easy, gentle pace with no stress or hassle.
Before the city of Aswan existed, Elephantine Island was home to a trading town from the pharaonic era known as Swenet. This town utilized the island and the challenging waters of the First Cataract for defense against attacks.
- We do pickup all travelers in Aswan city with an extra cost of $10 per person.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
