Mount Sinai & St. Catherine’s Monastery From Sharm El Sheikh

• Spend some time at St. Catherine’s Monastery by discovering it’s old treasures
• Ascend to the Mount Sinai where God told Moses the 10 Commandments
• Explore the 6th-century church located by the side of the burning bush
• Led by a local guide
• Soak up the atmosphere on a walking tour
• Visit the temple of the prophet Elijah with a well and the chapel of the Mother of God.

Evening Pickup from Sharm El Sheikh

In the evening, around 20:00, you will be transferred by an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh to begin your unforgettable journey to Mount Sinai and St. Catherine’s Monastery, the sacred place where Prophet Moses received the Ten Commandments.

Arrival at Mount Sinai & Night Climb

Upon arrival at the base of the mountain, you will be accompanied by a local Bedouin guide alongside your Egyptian tour guide.
Around 02:00 AM, you will begin the ascent of Mount Moses, climbing approximately 2,285 meters via about 750 steps, walking through the quiet desert night.
The climb takes around 2–3 hours, depending on the group’s pace.

If you feel unable to complete the full climb on foot, camel rides are available up to the final 700 steps.

Sunrise at the Summit

At the summit, you will have time to rest and enjoy the breathtaking sunrise, offering panoramic views over the Sinai mountains—an unforgettable spiritual and natural experience.

Descent & Visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery

At approximately 07:00 AM, you will descend the mountain and proceed to visit St. Catherine’s Monastery, one of the oldest functioning Christian monasteries in the world.

The monastery was built by Emperor Justinian I and is dedicated to Saint Catherine, who was persecuted for her faith in Egypt. Within the monastery complex, you will also see the famous Burning Bush, believed to be a descendant of the original bush mentioned in the Bible.

Breakfast & Return to Sharm El Sheikh

After the visit, you will drive back to Sharm El Sheikh, arriving at your hotel around 13:30 – 14:00.

• Round-trip transfer
• Transport by vehicle
• Catherine National Park fees
• Qualified Egyptologist guide
• Local guide during your climbing the mount
• Entry/Admission – St. Catherine’s Monastery

• Drinks in the restaurant
• Personal spending.
• Optional Activities.
• Any options not mentioned in the itinerary

• Pick up: Around  20:00 (Depending on your hotel location in Sharm el sheikh)
• Drop Off: Around 13:30 Pm (the second day)
• Duration: 18 hours
• Tour available on: Sunday, wednesday, friday evening

• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Camera
• Passport or ID card
• Comfortable shoes
• Comfortable clothes
• breakfast box from your hotel
• The breakfast box must be pre-ordered from the hotel and collected before the tour starts;
• The camel trek is only available for the beginning of the trek to the 750 steps, then you must climb the steps and do the entire return trek on foot. The local partner does not recommend the camel trek;
• Warm clothing in winter or loose clothing in summer
• Not suitable for pregnant women.

• Adult: 30 $.
• Child 15 $.