From Sharm El Sheikh | Excursion to Mount Sinai and the Monastery of St. Catherine
An excursion to Mount Sinai and the Monastery of St. Catherine from Sharm El Sheikh is an unforgettable experience for culture and nature lovers. The tour takes you to the famous Mount Moses, where you can witness the sunrise over the desert, and continues to the historic St. Catherine’s Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in the world. An excursion to Mount Sinai and the Monastery of St. Catherine from Sharm El Sheikh combines adventure, spirituality, and history into a unique journey.
- Book Online and pay on site
- Pick-up from the lobby of your hotel
- English speaking guide
- Customer support is available 24/7
- Insurance included
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Program of the Excursion to Mount Sinai and the Monastery of St. Catherine from Sharm El Sheikh
- Mount Moses (Mount Sinai) – Night climb & sunrise from the summit
- St. Catherine’s Monastery – one of the oldest monasteries in the world
- St. Catherine City – starting point of the climb
- Dahab – lunch, shopping & relaxation
Description of the Excursion to Mount Sinai and the Monastery of St. Catherine from Sharm El Sheikh
An excursion to Mount Sinai and the Monastery of St. Catherine from Sharm El Sheikh is one of the most unforgettable experiences in Egypt. Travel through the night to take part in a special tour: the climb begins in darkness, and from the summit of Mount Moses you will witness a spectacular sunrise over the peaks of the Sinai Desert.
Mount Sinai, rising over 2,000 meters, is a real challenge, but the effort is absolutely worth it. On your way up, you’ll take short breaks in small huts before reaching the summit and enjoying the unique atmosphere. You’ll be accompanied by an experienced Bedouin guide who will lead you along a narrow path and tell you more about the legendary footsteps of Moses.
After descending, you will visit the famous Monastery of St. Catherine, one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world. Behind its massive walls, you’ll find Byzantine and Crusader-era artworks, ancient manuscripts, and the oldest continuously operating library in the world. Here, you can feel history and spirituality come alive in a truly special place.
The tour includes a local guide, comfortable transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, and a traditional breakfast after the climb. You also have the opportunity to experience the sunset from Mount Moses during the day. Afterwards, your journey continues to Dahab, where you can relax, go shopping, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
An excursion to Mount Sinai and the Monastery of St. Catherine from Sharm El Sheikh combines adventure, spirituality, and culture – one of the most popular tours that leaves unforgettable impressions.
- Sports shoes
- Breakfast box (can be ordered free of charge at the hotel the evening before)
- Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
- Sunglasses
- Camera and passport
- English speaking tour guide (Egyptologist).
- Entrance fees to the sights mentioned in the description
- Experienced and knowledgeable tour guide
- Breakfast
- A bottle of water
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- Experienced and knowledgeable tour guide and Bedouin guide
- Personal expenses
- Drinks in the restaurants
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Camel ride
- 0-5 years: free
- 6-11 years: 50% discount
- From 12 years: full price
Payment is made in cash when picked up in:
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- Tax and insurance are included in the price
