St. Catherine Monastery & Dahab Day Tour from Sharm

Day trip from Sharm El Sheikh to St. Catherine Monastery and Dahab with guide, entrance fees and lunch included — explore the Burning Bush site and Red Sea coast. Set off from Sharm El Sheikh on an unforgettable 220 km drive through the Sinai Peninsula to St. Catherine's Monastery, one of the oldest continuously inhabited Christian monasteries in the world. Dating back to 548 AD and nestled between Mount St. Catherine and Mount Moses, this Greek Orthodox sanctuary is where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments and where the legendary Burning Bush still grows inside the monastery walls. After a comfortable door-to-door hotel pickup, your professional guide shares the fascinating history of the Sinai and the monastery during the scenic drive. On arrival you'll spend time exploring the ancient church, the Chapel of the Burning Bush, the stunning icon collection and the world-famous manuscript library with its priceless religious artefacts — one of the most important sites for Christianity, Judaism and Islam alike. The second half of the tour swaps mountains for the sea. You'll drive down to Dahab — a laid-back bohemian Red Sea town — for a city tour along the seaside promenade and a relaxed lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the water. After lunch, take a stroll through Dahab's colourful souks and cafés before the return journey through Sinai's dramatic desert landscapes to your hotel in Sharm. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, spiritual seekers, culture lovers and anyone who wants to combine sacred sites with coastal charm in a single day. Please note: shoulders and knees must be covered for women inside the monastery and surrounding religious area — bring a scarf or light cover-up.