Mount Sinai & St. Catherine Monastery

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Duration

Multi day

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

49 people

Languages

English

A journey that transcends time, as you travel through the night to the sacred Mount Sinai, a place where history and spirituality intertwine.

As darkness embraces the ancient mountain, you will begin your ascent, guided by the stars, to witness the sacred sunrise atop the peak. This is the same mountain where Moses once stood, and as the first light of dawn breaks, the air will be filled with a sense of reverence. The spiritual energy of this moment will leave you humbled, as the golden hues of sunrise illuminate the land where miracles once unfolded.

After soaking in the awe-inspiring sunrise, descend the mountain to visit the St. Catherine Monastery, one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world, built on the very site of the Burning Bush. Stepping into this ancient monastery, you will feel the echoes of faith and devotion that have resonated through the centuries. The peaceful and sacred atmosphere of the monastery will invite you to reflect, offering a deeper connection to the divine and the history of Christianity. This journey is not only a physical trek but a spiritual pilgrimage, awakening your soul to the eternal presence that resides in these holy lands.

Highlights

  • TravMe Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh at 8:30 pm by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to be transferred to St. Catherine, it takes about 3 hours to drive. You will start your journey by climbing Moses Mountain at 2:00 a.m. and the descent will be at 7:00 a.m. You will be able to witness the sunset from the top of Moses Mountain. Then, continue your visit to St. Catherine Monastery which is considered one of the most famous monasteries in the world. It was dedicated to one of Alexander’s rulers, Saint Catherine who was tortured to death for the sake of her new faith. Finally, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

  • Air-conditioned transportation.
  • Pick up from/to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
  • Professional English-speaking Rep.
  • Entrance fees to St. Catherine National Par.
  • Bedouin guide during climbing up the mountain.
  • Bottled water and soft drinks on boar.
  • All services charges and taxes.
  •  Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tipping.

Multi day

English

Sharm El Sheikh

Tour's Location

from £149

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