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2-Day Mount Sinai & Saint Catherine Monastery Tour cairo/Giza

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Length

2 days

Itinerary

2 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

German, Russian

Overview

This thoughtfully designed 2-day Mount Sinai & Saint Catherine experience includes a hotel stay for proper rest, allowing travelers to prepare comfortably for the early-morning Mount Sinai sunrise hike. Unlike overnight travel-only tours, this program offers a more relaxed pace without exhaustion.

With hotel pickup from Cairo or Giza, professional guidance, and carefully planned timing, guests enjoy a meaningful sunrise at Mount Sinai followed by a guided visit to the historic Saint Catherine Monastery. Comfortable transportation, rest time, and clear scheduling make this tour an ideal choice for travelers seeking a spiritual, scenic, and well-organized journey through the Sinai Peninsula.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Cairo / Giza – Sinai Desert – Saint Catherine⌄

    Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a modern air-conditioned vehicle. Begin the journey toward the Sinai Peninsula. Rest Stop Short break at a roadside café for rest and refreshments (optional). Lunch Stop (Optional – Not Included) Stop at a local restaurant on the way (lunch at own expense). Arrival in Saint Catherine & Hotel Check-In Arrival at Saint Catherine. Check in at your hotel and enjoy free time to rest and prepare for the early hike.

    Overnight: Overnight stay in a standard hotel in Saint Catherine with private room and basic amenities.

  2. 2Mount Sinai Sunrise & Saint Catherine Monastery -Cairo⌄

    01:30 – 02:00 Am Wake-Up Call & Transfer to Trailhead Early morning departure to the base of Mount Sinai (Mount Moses). 02:00 – 05:00 Guided Mount Sinai Climb ( With Local Guide ) Begin the guided hike up Mount Sinai under the stars. Optional camel ride available part of the way (extra cost). 05:00 – 06:00 Sunrise at the Summit Enjoy a breathtaking sunrise from the summit with panoramic views over the Sinai mountains. 06:00 – 08:00 Descent from the Mountain 08:30 – 09:30 Visit: Saint Catherine Monastery Guided visit to one of the oldest active Christian monasteries in the world (subject to opening hours). 09:45 – 10:30 Breakfast Breakfast at a local restaurant in Saint Catherine. 10:30 – 11:00 Departure Back to Cairo / Giza 15:00 – 15:30 Rest Stop Short break during the return journey.

    19:30 – 21:00 Arrival in Cairo / Giza & Hotel Drop-Off Return to your hotel. End of tour.

What's included

  • ✓Visit to Saint Catherine Monastery
  • ✓Mount Sinai (Mount Moses) sunrise hike
  • ✓Local tour guide
  • ✓All taxes and service charges
  • ✓Air-conditioned transportation
  • ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza
  • ✓1-night hotel accommodation in Saint Catherine

Not included

  • ✕Camel ride on Mount Sinai (optional, payable on site)
  • ✕Tipping ( Optional )

Good to know

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wheelchair accessible

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$250

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