Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike and St Catherine Monastery Tour
Saint Catherine
About
Embark on a spiritual and adventurous journey with a Mount Sinai sunrise hike and a guided visit to the St. Catherine Monastery from Sharm El Sheikh. Start your climb in the cool predawn hours and reach the 2,285-meter summit in time to watch the breathtaking sunrise over the Sinai Mountains. At the peak, admire the historic chapel and mosque before descending to explore the 6th-century St. Catherine’s Monastery, built at the site where Moses is believed to have seen the Burning Bush.
With round-trip hotel transfers, expert guides, and the option to ride a camel part of the way, this tour combines natural beauty, history, and spiritual heritage—making it one of the most unmissable excursion...
Highlights
16 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
16 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pick up and drop off by Air-conditioned vehicle
Bedouin guide during climbing up the mountain
Qualified guide
Mousses Mountain + St.Catherine Monastery
National Park fees
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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What to Bring Warm layered clothing (it gets very cold before sunrise) Comfortable walking/sport shoes Water and light snacks Cash (optional camel ride only accepts cash) Extra jacket or scarf for the summit A photo of your passport for monastery security
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike and St Catherine Monastery Tour
Saint Catherine
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About
Embark on a spiritual and adventurous journey with a Mount Sinai sunrise hike and a guided visit to the St. Catherine Monastery from Sharm El Sheikh. Start your climb in the cool predawn hours and reach the 2,285-meter summit in time to watch the breathtaking sunrise over the Sinai Mountains. At the peak, admire the historic chapel and mosque before descending to explore the 6th-century St. Catherine’s Monastery, built at the site where Moses is believed to have seen the Burning Bush.
With round-trip hotel transfers, expert guides, and the option to ride a camel part of the way, this tour combines natural beauty, history, and spiritual heritage—making it one of the most unmissable excursion...
Highlights
16 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
16 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pick up and drop off by Air-conditioned vehicle
Bedouin guide during climbing up the mountain
Qualified guide
Mousses Mountain + St.Catherine Monastery
National Park fees
Itinerary
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Mount Sinai
Experience a breathtaking Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike & St. Catherine Monastery Tour from Sharm El Sheikh. Your journey begins with hotel pickup around 7:30 PM and a comfortable drive through the Sinai Desert to the base of the sacred mountain. Around 2:00 AM, start your guided hike (or choose an optional camel ride most of the way) to reach the 2,285m summit just in time to watch the magical sunrise over the Sinai Mountains. After descending at sunrise, visit the UNESCO World Heritage St. Catherine Monastery—home to the Burning Bush and priceless Christian relics—before returning to Sharm El Sheikh around 12:00 PM. This unforgettable adventure combines spirituality, history, and natural beauty, making it one of the top-rated Sharm El Sheikh excursions.
