St. Catherine Monastery: Historic Christian Site Tour

Explore the historic Saint Catherine Monastery, one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world. Hike to the top of Mousses Mountain and enjoy a delicious lunch. Book now!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Saint Catherine - Saint Catherine (Egyptian Arabic: سانت كاترين‎, pronounced [ˈsænte kætˈρiːn]; also spelled St. Katrine) is a city in the South Sinai Governorate of Egypt. It is located at the outskirts of the El Tor Mountains at an elevation of 1,586 metres (5,203 ft), 120 kilometres (75 mi) away from Nuweiba, at the foot of Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine’s Monastery. In 1994, its population was 4,603 people. Saint Catherine is a UNESCO world heritage site, officially declared as such in 2002.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel Pick up & Drop off by Air-conditioned vehicle
  • St. Catherine Monastery & Moussa Mountain
  • Breakfast
  • Scouts Lighting
What's Not Included
  • National park fees 5$ per person
Additional Information

An essential visit for history enthusiasts, it’s among the ancient Christian monastic structures on the globe. It’s renowned as a world heritage site due to its significance in three key religions. There’s a multitude to explore here, but be aware that the monastery shuts promptly at noon for prayer, so plan to arrive early. Invest time in familiarizing yourself beforehand to make the most out of limited time here. Also, prepare for some minor mountaineering to conquer the peak of Mousses Mountain.

Location
Saint Catherine
Cancellation Policy

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

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