Moses Mount & St Catherine Monastery Tour from Sharm El Sheikh
- Night Climb of Moses Mountain: Begin your journey with a scenic 4-hour coach ride followed by an enchanting night climb of around 750 steps to reach the summit of Mount Sinai.
- Guided Experience: Accompanied by a knowledgeable Bedouin guide.
- Breathtaking Sunrise: Witness a stunning sunrise panorama from the top of Mount Sinai after a 5-hour climb.
- St. Catherine Monastery: Explore the iconic St. Catherine Monastery, including an eleventh-century mosque, an Orthodox Greek monastery, and the revered remains of Saint Catherine.
- Holy Valley: Visit the sacred Holy Valley, where Moses was instructed by God to remove his shoes, marking the holiness of the land.
Remember this isn’t just a tour; it’s an adventure woven with stardust and echoes of ages gone by. 🌄✨
Options
Shared tour to Moses Mount & St Catherine Monastery
Inclusions
Admission to attractions
English / Arabic / Russian / Italian-speaking guide
Guided tour inside the attraction
Professional guide
Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel
Insurance provided by the operator
Exclusions
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 10+ to participate in this activity
The activity is not recommended: pregnant women / infants
Cash / Passport (with 6 months validity)
we suggest for all to bring warm clothes, sunglasses, sport shoes, water & camera.
Also we suggest to order Breakfast box from your hotel reception (front desk) early in the same trip day.
About dressing code : When preparing for a hike, especially in mountainous regions, it's crucial to consider the fluctuating temperatures and terrain. Early morning temperatures before sunrise can indeed drop significantly, often ranging between 5 to 10 degrees Celsius, making a jacket an essential item to carry. While shorts may offer comfort during the hike, long pants provide additional protection for the legs and knees against scrapes and insect bites. It's always best to prioritize safety and preparedness when venturing into nature's unpredictable environments.
About dressing code: When preparing for a hike, especially in mountainous regions, it's crucial to consider the fluctuating temperatures and terrain. Early morning temperatures before sunrise can indeed drop significantly, often ranging between 5 to 10 degrees Celsius, making a jacket an essential item to carry. While shorts may offer comfort during the hike, long pants provide additional protection for the legs and knees against scrapes and insect bites. It's always best to prioritize safety and preparedness when venturing into nature's unpredictable environments.
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
What's included in Moses Mount & St Catherine Monastery Tour from Sharm El Sheikh
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Day 1
- [Departure] 20:00, pick up. Your adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel, where you'll board a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for a round trip from Sharm El Sheikh hotel to Saint Catherine..Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance
- [Attraction/experience] 8 hour(s), Guided tour, Jabal Mousa, The ascent to the mountain's summit takes approximately 5 hours, culminating in a breathtaking sunrise view. Afterwards, there is a descent towards St. Catherine's Monastery, which takes about 3 hours
Day 2
- [Accommodation] 02:00, Jabal Mousa; you'll stand atop Mount Sinai's summit, greeted by the breathtaking sunrise panorama. Afterwards, there is a descent towards St. Catherine's Monastery, which takes about 3 hours.
- [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Self-guided, Saint Catherine's Monastery, You can enjoy self guided 45-minute tour inside the monastery, with the option to view the holy icons in the main area. Please note that entry to the library and museum incurs additional fees.
- [Return] 12:00 - 13:00, Shuttle included
Our Favourites
Nighttime Climb to Mt. Sinai:
- Departing from Sharm-el-Sheikh, guests embark on a pre-dawn ascent to St. Catherine’s Monastery.
- The climb follows the path believed to be taken by the prophet Moses, leading to the summit of Mt. Sinai.
- Arriving at sunrise, guests witness breathtaking panoramas of the Sinai desert—a photographer’s dream. St. Catherine’s Monastery Exploration:
- Explore one of the world’s oldest Christian monasteries, dedicated to St. Catherine, a 4th-century martyr.
- The serene surroundings and historical significance make this visit truly memorable. Inclusions and Practical Details:
- Air-conditioned transfers.
- Accompanied by a knowledgeable Bedouin guide during the mountain climb.
- Daytime options available for those who prefer not to climb at night.
Accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps.
Health restrictions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
What to bring
- we suggest for all to bring warm clothes, sunglasses, sport shoes, water & camera.
- Also we suggest to order Breakfast box from your hotel reception (front desk) early in the same trip day.
Additional Information
- Kindly not forget to send your room number to avoid any similar names.
- All pick up service will be from the main gates outside of the hotels, not from reception gates.
- All pickup service will be confirming the room number of the guest to avoid name duplication.
- Kindly get your passport & a copy of your passport including your visa with arrival stamp it’s Important in order to when need to check.
- Kindly don't hesitate to contact us if you have any special request. Goway tours team wish for all nice trip & great memorial time with us.
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Venues
- Saint Catherines Monastery
