Hike Mount Sinai at dawn, explore St. Catherine’s Monastery, and witness a breathtaking sunrise. Includes round-trip transfer from Sharm El-Sheikh.
- Mount Sinai - Your journey up the mountain begins at 2:00 am, taking approximately three hours to reach an altitude of 2,285 meters. A guide will be with you for the entire climb. You have the option to follow a well-marked trail that includes 700 steps, allowing you to reach the summit just in time to witness the sunrise and enjoy the stunning views. If the climb proves too strenuous, you can opt for a camel ride that will take you to the base of the 700 steps. After watching the sunrise, you will descend the mountain and return to Sharm El Sheikh by vehicle.
- St. Catherine’s Monastery - After descending Mount Sinai, your guide will meet you at the entrance of the monastery. Here, you will visit the Transfiguration Church, the Burning Bush, and the Well of Prophet Moses. Due to COVID restrictions, the monastery’s visiting hours have been shortened. Finally, you will head back to your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh.
- Mousses Mountain
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- St. Catherine Monastery
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
- Bedouin guide while climbing the mountain
- Governmental taxes 10€ per person
- Food & Drinks
Enjoy a marvelous hiking adventure from Sharm el Sheikh to Mount Sinai, one of Egypt’s majestic peaks, and witness the breathtaking sunrise from its summit. The climb to the 7,497-foot (2,285-meter) peak begins before dawn, offering a spectacular view as the first light illuminates the mountaintop chapel and mosque. After descending, explore the historic Monastery of St. Catherine, located at the site believed to be where Moses encountered the Burning Bush in the 6th century.
This comprehensive tour ensures a seamless experience with round-trip transfer from Sharm El-Sheikh, ideal for those with limited time in Egypt. Optionally, you can enhance your journey by choosing to ride a camel for an additional cost. Furthermore, the excursion provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in centuries-old Christian art and relics housed in the world’s oldest continually-operating monastery. Enjoy the convenience of pickup and drop-off services at your hotel in Sharm El-Sheikh.
- The transfer time is already included in the total duration
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
