Mount Sinai (Moses Mountain) Tour from Sharm El Sheikh | St. Catherine Monastery
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Duration
15 Hours -
Available days:
Sunday, Wednesday & Friday evenings -
Adults
35 $ -
Children
20 $ -
Pickup Time
08:00 PM
Tour Highlights:
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Join a spiritual and historical journey to Mount Sinai (Moses Mountain), one of the holiest places in the world and one of Egypt’s most iconic pilgrimage experiences.
You will be picked up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh around 20:00 for a scenic 3-hour drive to Mount Sinai.
Begin the climb at night under the stars and reach the summit at 2,285 meters, including the final 750 Steps of Repentance leading to the top. At sunrise, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the summit, where it is believed God gave the Ten Commandments to Moses.
After descending the mountain, visit the famous St. Catherine’s Monastery, one of the oldest working monasteries in the world. Discover its treasures, including:
- The 6th-century church
- The Burning Bush
- The library of ancient manuscripts
- The Holy Valley
- Moses’ Well
- The historic 11th-century mosque
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This tour combines adventure, spirituality, and biblical history, making it one of the most unforgettable excursions from Sharm El Sheikh.
⚠️ Note: Suitable for children over 6 years old.
Additional Information:
- 🕗 Departure: 20:00 (pick-up from hotel)
- 🔙 Return: Around 13:00 next day
- ⏱ Duration: Overnight trip (approximately 15 hours)
- 📍 Location: Mount Sinai & St. Catherine’s Monastery, South Sinai
- 🥾 Activity Level: Moderate (requires climbing)
Included in the price:
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off by air-conditioned coach
- Guided climb to Mount Sinai (Moses Mountain)
- Visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery
- Professional tour guide
Not Included in the price:
- Entrance fees (if applicable)
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
What to take with you:
- Passport
- Comfortable sports shoes
- Warm clothes
- Breakfast box from your hotel
