Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike and St Catherine Monastery

4.8 (60 reviews) Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
Duration17h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, Russian, English, Italian
Group sizeUp to 45 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable day trip with a late-evening hotel pickup from Sharm El Sheikh, followed by a comfortable coach transfer to Mount Sinai. Begin a nighttime climb to the summit, ascending approximately 750 steps to reach the top in time to witness a breathtaking sunrise. After descending, visit the UNESCO-listed St. Catherine’s Monastery and explore its historic religious landmarks, including the Holy Valley. The tour concludes with a comfortable return to your Sharm El Sheikh hotel around 1:00 PM.

What's included

  • Tour guide
  • Bedouin guide accompanying the climb to the summit
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Flashlight: one flashlight provided for every two travelers.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water per person
  • to St. Catherine National Park.

What to expect

  1. Sharm El Sheikh
    Pass by
    Start your adventure with a convenient hotel pickup in Sharm El Sheikh, traveling in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for a seamless round trip
  2. Mount Saint Catherine Monastery
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Located at the base of Mount Sinai in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, St. Catherine’s Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s oldest continuously operating monasteries. Visitors are welcome, though it is advisable to confirm opening hours prior to arrival
  3. Mount Sinai
    8h · Admission ticket included
    Mount Sinai, also known as Jabal Musa, is located in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula near the town of Saint Catherine. Rising to 2,285 meters (7,497 feet), it is a prominent peak within a dramatic mountain range surrounded by even higher summits. Nearby Mount Catherine, the highest mountain in Egypt at 2,629 meters (8,625 feet), adds to the area’s striking landscape and natural significance.
  4. Sharm El Sheikh
    Pass by
    The experience concludes with a comfortable, air-conditioned transfer back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup and drop-off are included in the tour price at no extra cost from any hotel or location within Sharm El Sheikh. Once we receive your hotel name or preferred meeting point, we will provide you with the exact pickup time. Please wait in the hotel reception/lobby until the driver arrives. The meeting point will be outside the hotel entrance. Upon arrival, the driver will contact you via WhatsApp and send you a photo of the exact meeting point where the vehicle is waiting. Please remain available on WhatsApp to ensure smooth communication and avoid any delays.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour guide provides full briefing before the climb. Local Bedouin mountain guide leads travelers safely to the summit as part of the standard experience.
  • Not Stroller Accessible
  • Warm clothing and sturdy, comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended, especially during the early-morning mountain hike when temperatures can be cold at the summit.
  • This experience involves a challenging mountain hike with many steps and uneven terrain. Travelers should have 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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