St-Catherine Monastery & Moses' Mountain From Sharm El Sheikh

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10 to 15 hours (approximately)
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Experience History with St-Catherine Monastery & Moses' Mountain Excursion – Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Egypt with this expert-guided tour from Sharm El Sheikh to the fabled St-Catherine Monastery and Moses' Mountain. The ancient Monastery nestled at the foothills of the mountain offers an unparalleled glimpse into bygone epochs, with its priceless collection of Christian art. Ascend Moses' Mountain to witness where Moses is believed to have received the Ten Commandments. This memorable tour combines cultural enrichment, spiritual inspiration and spectacular natural beauty.

What's Included

Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Entrance fees
Bottle Water
Local Guide at Mount Sinai
Personal Items
Tipping

Meeting and pickup

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

As per confirmed pickup time you will find our tour guide waiting for you and he will hold a sign showing our company name

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Meeting point
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End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 to 15 hours (approximately)
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    pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, and then you will be transferred to St. Catherine to visit St. Catherine monastery 220 km northwest Sharm el Sheikh and located between the St. Catherine's mounts and Moses Mount which is the oldest monastery of Christianity. It is an Orthodox Greek monastery within its amazing walls rests a citadel like no other, incredibly rich in important religious and historical structures.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
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    St. Catherine's Monastery

    The Monastery was named after St. Catherine (the daughter of Kistery) who was tortured to death by her father for she succeed in converting 50 of his followers to Christianity in 307 AD. Saint Catherine's Monastery has been one of the world's great centers of religious pilgrimage for over 15 centuries.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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