Day Trips from Sharm El Sheikh to Saint Catherine
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Day Trips from Sharm El Sheikh to Saint Catherine

Book St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh. Hike Moses Mountain for sunrise with team Tour Guides Egypt.

Tour Time 20 Hours
Max Guests 18 Guests
Destination Sharm El Sheikh

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Tour Overview

St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh organized by Tour Guides Egypt deliver an active, thrilling night-hiking expedition into the rugged wilderness of the Sinai peninsula. Booking an action-packed St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh package guarantees direct resort pickups, professional mountain escort services, climbing gear guidance, and guided walks across Moses Mountain. We planned this dynamic wilderness itinerary so you can navigate mountain passes under starlight, stand above desert clouds at sunrise, inspect fortified Byzantine architecture, and discover holy monuments linked to St Moses and St Katherine. Choosing this express trek guarantees a memorable adventure.

Discover Holy Wonders on St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh

Midnight Desert Trekking on St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh

Traversing rugged desert mountain trails at midnight sets an invigorating tone for your St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh wilderness experience. Departing your resort with Tour Guides Egypt, you travel inland to the base of Moses Mountain, where local Bedouin guides lead the way up illuminated canyon paths. Participating in this night trek during your St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh adventure provides cool mountain air, starlit skies, and warm tea stops at traditional mountain rest stations.

Summertime Mountain Sunrise on St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh

Reaching the 2,285-meter summit ridge of Moses Mountain provides an unmatched natural reward during your St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh schedule. As dawn breaks across Sinai, glowing hues of crimson and gold illuminate dramatic granite peaks stretching toward the horizon. Accompanied by Tour Guides Egypt during this summit phase of your St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh trek, you will absorb inspiring mountain vistas while standing at holy grounds associated with St Moses and St Katherine.

The Fortified Monastery Walls on St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh

Descending the historic Steps of Repentance leads directly into the valley of Justinian's fortress on your St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh route. Built with massive granite blocks to withstand mountain sieges, this ancient sanctuary stands at the base of Moses Mountain surrounded by gardens and olive groves. Tour Guides Egypt guides you through ancient stone gates during this St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh walkthrough, explaining how the site protected early monastic communities throughout centuries.

The Burning Bush Courtyard on St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh

Exploring the legendary Burning Bush courtyard reveals centuries of botanical and spiritual history on your St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh itinerary. Botanists and travelers marvel at this flourishing evergreen bush where God revealed Himself to Moses according to scripture. Your guide from Tour Guides Egypt explains the unique environmental conditions around St Moses and St Katherine during this St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh stop before leading you toward the ancient Well of Moses nearby.

The Monastery Museum Display on St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh

Inspecting world-famous ancient manuscripts and Byzantine artwork completes your St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh sightseeing program. The monastery houses the second-largest collection of early Christian manuscripts in the world, alongside ancient silver reliquaries and imperial gifts stored near Moses Mountain. Tour Guides Egypt ensures a comprehensive walkthrough during your St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh tour before taking you for a hearty breakfast and return transfer to Sharm El Sheikh.

Conclusion

Hike Mount Sinai, marvel at stunning desert sunrises, and explore Justinian's ancient fortress on St Catherine's Monastery Tours From Sharm El Sheikh.

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Cancelation Policy

General Cancellation Rules

  • 24+ Hours Before: Full refund.
  • Less than 24 Hours / No-Show: No refund (100% charged) because local operators have already booked boats, guides, or transport.
  • Weather Cancellations: If bad weather (like high winds or storms) forces authorities to cancel sea trips or desert excursions, you receive a full refund or a rescheduled date.

Multi-Day or Peak Season Tours

  • Standard Day Tours: Usually require a 24-hour notice for a zero-fee cancellation.
  • Peak Times (Christmas, New Year, Easter): Stricter terms apply. Canceling weeks in advance can incur 25% to 50% charges, and canceling within 14 days often results in a 100% fee.
  • Domestic Flights / Permits: If your tour package includes domestic flights (e.g., Hurghada to Cairo/Luxor flights), flight costs are usually non-refundable or subject to airline cancellation fees.

Included & Excluded

Included

  • Round-trip hotel transfers in Sharm
  • Transport in a modern AC vehicle
  • Sightseeing admission tickets
  • Knowledgeable local guide

Excluded

  • Personal purchases and extras
  • Tipping Kitty

Tour HighLights

HighLights

  • Climb Mount Sinai to watch the sunrise over the Sinai Desert
  • Explore St. Catherine Monastery
  • See where Moses received the 10 Commandments

Itinerary

Day 1

Sharm El Sheikh to Mount Moses & St. Catherine Tour Itinerary

  • 09:00 PM: Nighttime pick-up from Sharm El Sheikh hotel & transfer to St. Catherine.

  • 02:00 AM: Arrival at the base of Mount Sinai & start of the guided summit hike.

  • 05:30 AM: Sunrise experience at the summit of Mount Moses.

  • 08:30 AM: Descent to the valley & guided tour of UNESCO-listed St. Catherine's Monastery.

  • 10:30 AM: Breakfast stop following the monastery tour.

  • 01:30 PM: Return transfer & hotel drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh.

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Total tour price for 1 person(s) $50.00

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