Mount Sinai & St. Catherine Monastery Tour
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Mount Sinai & St. Catherine Monastery Tour

Sharm el Sheikh Full day
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About This Excursion

Embark on a spiritual journey from Sharm El Sheikh for a nighttime climb to the top of Mount Sinai, where you will witness a magnificent sunrise over the Sinai desert. Pickup from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle for a 3-hour drive to St. Catherine National Park. Begin your climb with an experienced Bedouin guide, reaching the summit before dawn. Take in panoramic views at the top before descending to visit St. Catherine's Monastery — established in AD 565 and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is the oldest continuously operating Christian monastery in the world. After exploring the monastery, transfer back to your accommodation in Sharm El Sheikh. Tour runs every day except Saturdays and during holidays.

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Visit St. Catherine's Monastery — a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded in AD 565, the oldest Christian monastery in continuous operation.

Magnificent Sunrise Views

Witness an unforgettable sunrise from the summit of Mount Sinai with panoramic views over the desert.

Bedouin Guide Expertise

Experienced local Bedouin guides share stories and ensure your safety throughout the nighttime climb.

Your Journey

Follow the route of your adventure

1
10:30 PMStart

Evening Hotel Pickup

Pickup from your hotel in an air-conditioned jeep for the 3-hour drive to St. Catherine National Park.

2
1:30 AMStop 1

Arrive at St. Catherine

Arrive at St. Catherine National Park. Meet your Bedouin guide and prepare for the climb up Mount Sinai.

3
2:00 AMStop 2

Begin Mount Sinai Climb

Start the nighttime climb to the summit with your Bedouin guide. The climb takes approximately 3 hours at a moderate pace.

4
5:00 AMStop 3

Reach the Summit

Reach the summit of Mount Sinai before dawn. Find a comfortable spot to rest and prepare for sunrise.

5
5:30 AMStop 4

Sunrise Over Sinai

Witness a magnificent sunrise over the Sinai desert with panoramic views — an unforgettable spiritual moment.

6
6:30 AMStop 5

Descent to Monastery

Begin the descent down the mountain towards St. Catherine's Monastery, enjoying desert views in daylight.

7
9:00 AMStop 6

St. Catherine's Monastery Visit

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site — the oldest continuously operating Christian monastery, founded in AD 565.

8
10:30 AMStop 7

Lunch

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before the return journey.

9
11:30 AMEnd

Return to Sharm

Board the jeep for the 3-hour return drive back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

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Activities

Monasteries

Tour Highlights

Experienced Bedouin Guide

Climb with a local Bedouin guide who knows every step of the mountain and shares fascinating stories.

Spiritual & Historical Journey

Walk in the footsteps of Moses and explore 1,500 years of Christian history in one unforgettable experience.

Panoramic Desert Views

Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the Sinai desert from the summit before descending.

Mount Sinai Sunrise Climb

Night hike to the summit of the biblical Mount Sinai to witness a magnificent sunrise over the desert.

St. Catherine's Monastery

Visit the world's oldest continuously operating Christian monastery, founded in AD 565 — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Tour Details

Full day

Duration

Daily

Availability

What's Included

Included

  • Entrance fees to St. Catherine National Park
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water and soft drinks on board
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Experienced Bedouin guide for Mount Sinai climb
  • Transportation by air-conditioned jeep
  • Professional tour guide
  • Visit to St. Catherine's Monastery (UNESCO site)

Not Included

  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Camel ride on Mount Sinai (available at extra cost)
  • Walking stick rental (available locally)
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users
  • Not suitable for people with back problems
  • Tour not available on Saturdays or public holidays
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Not suitable for pregnant women

What to Bring

  • Passport or ID card (required)
  • Comfortable walking/hiking shoes
  • Warm jacket (cold at the summit before sunrise)
  • Flashlight or headlamp for the nighttime climb
  • Water bottle and light snacks
  • Modest clothing for the monastery (covered shoulders and knees)
  • Camera for sunrise photos
  • Cash for optional camel ride and souvenirs

Practical Information

What to Wear

  • Comfortable hiking shoes
  • Layered clothing (cold at night)
  • Warm jacket for the summit
  • Modest clothing for the monastery
  • Hat for morning sun

Physical Requirements

Good physical fitness required for the 3-hour uphill climb. Not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, heart conditions, or mobility impairments. Climb is at high altitude (2,285m).

Participants

1-15

Languages

English, Arabic, German, Russian, Italian

Safety

Safe & Secure

Policies

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. No refund for cancellations within 48 hours or for no-shows.

Schedule Policy

Tour runs every day except Saturdays and public holidays, as the monastery is closed on these days. Please plan accordingly.

Safety Requirements

Follow your Bedouin guide's instructions throughout the climb. Stay on marked paths. Bring a flashlight for the nighttime ascent. Wear appropriate footwear.

Health Restrictions

Not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, serious heart conditions, or mobility impairments. Good physical fitness is required for the climb.

Dress Code

Modest clothing is required when visiting St. Catherine's Monastery — shoulders and knees must be covered. Respectful behavior expected as it is an active religious site.

ID Requirement

Passport or ID card is mandatory for security checkpoints throughout the Sinai Peninsula. Without valid ID, entry may be refused.

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