Mount Moses Trekking, Sunrise and Monastery Visit Tour

Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
Duration17h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 35 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Mount Sinai and St. Catherine’s Monastery tour features the perfect combination of adventure, spirituality, and comfort. Unlike standard group trips, we offer a small-group experience with personalized attention from expert local guides who share deep insights into the region’s religious and cultural heritage. Travelers enjoy a smooth, air-conditioned transfer from Sharm El Sheikh and a well-paced trek up the sacred Mount Sinai to witness one of the world’s most breathtaking sunrises. We also provide early access to St. Catherine’s Monastery, allowing more time to explore its ancient treasures, including rare manuscripts and historic icons. Every detail — from professional service to well-timed stops for rest and breakfast — is carefully planned for comfort and enrichment. This tour is designed for travelers seeking not just sightseeing, but a truly meaningful and memorable spiritual journey through Egypt’s most sacred landscapes.

What's included

  • Egyptologist Tour Guide
  • A Bottled mineral water
  • All taxes and charges
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh
  • Transfer by a clean and air-conditioned Bus
  • Bedouin Guide for Trekking the mountain
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. South Sinai
    4h
    Your journey begins with a comfortable evening pickup from your hotel between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM in an air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic 4-hour drive through the desert to Moses Mountain.
  2. Mount Sinai
    7h · Admission ticket included
    Upon arrival, start your guided trek up Mount Sinai, the legendary site where Prophet Moses received the Ten Commandments. Climb 750 steps to reach the 2,285-meter summit, surrounded by peaceful desert silence. As dawn breaks, witness one of the most breathtaking sunrises in the world a golden panorama lighting up the rugged mountain peaks. Capture stunning photos or take a quiet moment to reflect before descending the mountain (about 2 hours).
  3. St. Catherine's Monastery
    2h · Admission ticket included
    After breakfast, continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. Catherine’s Monastery, nestled at the foot of Mount Sinai. Discover its remarkable history as the world’s oldest continuously inhabited Christian monastery. Explore the ancient church, priceless icons, and manuscripts preserved in its historic library.

    This sacred site, along with the Monastery of Saint Anthony across the Red Sea, represents the deep spiritual heritage of Egypt’s desert monasteries.
  4. Sharm El Sheikh
    4h
    Finally, relax during your comfortable drive back to Sharm El Sheikh, filled with unforgettable memories of this spiritual and historical journey.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will warmly welcome you at your hotel or destination, holding a sign with your name.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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