Private Climb of Mount Sinai and Visit St. Catherine's Monastery

12 hours • Cancellable until 1 day beforePickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided • Operated by Sun Tours Egypt • 4.8 from 2,262 reviews

Why we love it?

The Private Mount Sinai Climb and St. Catherine's Monastery tour offers an immersive experience for those interested in both adventure and history. Over 12 hours, participants will ascend Mousses Mountain with the guidance of a private Bedouin guide, while a qualified Egyptologist provides insights into the rich cultural and religious significance of the area, including the iconic St. Catherine's Monastery. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a personalized experience, as it includes private transportation from Sharm El Sheikh and the convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off. The combination of stunning natural landscapes and historical exploration makes this tour distinctive, appealing to both outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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Inclusions

  • Private Air-conditioned vehicle , Hotel Pick up & Drop off
  • Mousses Mountain + St.Catherine Monastery
  • Private Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Private Bedouin guide during climbing up the mountain
  • Bottled water
  • Handheld Flashlight

Exclusions

  • Any extras not mentioned in the programEntrance fees to Mountain sinai National Park 15€ EUR per person to be paid cash

Itinerary

Stop 1

This tour is a bus trip to the most famous mountain on Sinai where Moses received the Ten Commandments. You will be picked up from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh in the late evening and transferred for 4 hours to Moses Mountain.

Stop 2

At 02.00am you will then start the 3-hour climb of 2,285m up the mountain guided by one of our guides. You can climb by following a long path which leads to 700 steps. This takes you to the top of the mountain on time for the sunrise where you can enjoy a beautiful view. If you feel you can't climb the mountain you can get a camel ride that takes you to the 700 steps. After the sunrise, you will get down and take your vehicle back to sharm El Sheikh.

Stop 3

After getting down from the mount sinai, you will be met with your guide by the gate of the monastery, where you will visit the transfiguration Church, the burning Bush the well of the prophet Moses, than transfer back to your hotel in Sharm. The monastery is opened for tourists for less time due to the covid.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions We Offer free round trip Transfer from Sharm Hotels.
  • Kindly advise Hotel name & Room number to inform Hotel Security.
  • The exact pickup time will be communicated via Whatsapp before the trip

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

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