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Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike & St. Catherine Monastery Guided Tour

4.5(4)2 daysSharm el Sheikh✓ Free cancellation
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Length

2 days

Itinerary

2 days planned

Group

Max 10

Guides

German, English

Overview

Witness the stunning sunrise from the summit of Mount Sinai after an exhilarating overnight hike. Following your ascent, descend to explore St. Catherine’s Monastery, one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world. This tour offers a blend of adventure and cultural immersion, guided by knowledgeable professionals who provide insight into the rich history of the region. Enjoy comfortable transportation from Sharm El-Sheikh and experience the beauty of Egypt’s desert landscape.

- Overnight hike to Mount Sinai with a breathtaking sunrise view

- Guided tour of St. Catherine’s Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site

- Includes hotel pickup/drop-off and air-conditioned transportation

- Bottled water, snacks, and optional Bedouin scarves provided during the hike

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Hike to the top of Mount Sinai and marvel at the incredible sunrise from the summit⌄

    Hike to the top of Mount Sinai and marvel at the incredible sunrise from the summit. Then explore ancient religious treasures at St. Catherine's Monastery on this unforgettable adventure from Sharm.

  2. 2St. Catherine's Monastery⌄

    may arrive at the summit earlier than expected. This will give you a chance to really relax and marvel at the rising sun slowly scattering across the mountains in all its splendor. While gazing at the sunrise, snap awesome photos or pray if you wish to, then begin the descent back down. Remember, it will take around 2 hours to reach the bottom. Enjoy some time to rest after the long trail and then have breakfast. Next, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. Catherine's Monastery. Browse through the old manuscripts displayed in the library and icons excavated from the Vatican. It is the oldest functioning Christian monastery in the world situated on the Sinai Peninsula along with the Monastery of Saint Anthony which is located across the Red Sea in the desert of South Cairo. After you've finished touring the monastery, you can relax on the drive back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

What's included

  • ✓Pickup and drop-off from the hotel in Sharm el-Sheik
  • ✓Water
  • ✓Egyptologist local expert Tour Guide
  • ✓Bedouin Guide for Trekking the mountain

Good to know

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

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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