Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike and St Catherine Monastery

4.8
(59 reviews)
Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt

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17 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Embark on an unforgettable day trip with a late-evening hotel pickup from Sharm El Sheikh, followed by a comfortable coach transfer to Mount Sinai. Begin a nighttime climb to the summit, ascending approximately 750 steps to reach the top in time to witness a breathtaking sunrise. After descending, visit the UNESCO-listed St. Catherine’s Monastery and explore its historic religious landmarks, including the Holy Valley. The tour concludes with a comfortable return to your Sharm El Sheikh hotel around 1:00 PM.

What's Included

Tour guide
Bedouin guide accompanying the climb to the summit
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Flashlight: one flashlight provided for every two travelers.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water per person
to St. Catherine National Park.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup and drop-off are included in the tour price at no extra cost from any hotel or location within Sharm El Sheikh. Once we receive your hotel name or preferred meeting point, we will provide you with the exact pickup time. Please wait in the hotel reception/lobby until the driver arrives. The meeting point will be outside the hotel entrance. Upon arrival, the driver will contact you via WhatsApp and send you a photo of the exact meeting point where the vehicle is waiting. Please remain available on WhatsApp to ensure smooth communication and avoid any delays.

Itinerary

Duration: 17 hours (approximately)
  • Sharm El Sheikh (Pass by)

    Start your adventure with a convenient hotel pickup in Sharm El Sheikh, traveling in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for a seamless round trip

    Admission ticket free
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    St. Catherine's Monastery

    Located at the base of Mount Sinai in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, St. Catherine’s Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s oldest continuously operating monasteries. Visitors are welcome, though it is advisable to confirm opening hours prior to arrival

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
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    Mount Sinai

    Mount Sinai, also known as Jabal Musa, is located in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula near the town of Saint Catherine. Rising to 2,285 meters (7,497 feet), it is a prominent peak within a dramatic mountain range surrounded by even higher summits. Nearby Mount Catherine, the highest mountain in Egypt at 2,629 meters (8,625 feet), adds to the area’s striking landscape and natural significance.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
  • Sharm El Sheikh (Pass by)

    The experience concludes with a comfortable, air-conditioned transfer back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour guide provides full briefing before the climb. Local Bedouin mountain guide leads travelers safely to the summit as part of the standard experience.
Supplied by NASS TOURS
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Day Trips
Hiking Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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