Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike & St. Catherine Monastery Tour from Sharm El Sheikh
Duration
16 Hours
Tour Type
Available on Sun & Wed & Fri
Group Size
25 people
Languages
Arabic, English, Italian , Russian
Overview:
Embark on a spiritual and adventurous journey with a Mount Sinai sunrise hike and a guided visit to the St. Catherine Monastery from Sharm El Sheikh. Start your climb in the cool predawn hours and reach the 2,285-meter summit in time to watch the breathtaking sunrise over the Sinai Mountains. At the peak, admire the historic chapel and mosque before descending to explore the 6th-century St. Catherine’s Monastery, built at the site where Moses is believed to have seen the Burning Bush.
With round-trip hotel transfers, expert guides, and the option to ride a camel part of the way, this tour combines natural beauty, history, and spiritual heritage—making it one of the most unmissable excursions in Sharm El Sheikh.
Highlights – Mount Sinai & St. Catherine Monastery Tour
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Climb Mount Sinai in the early hours and watch an unforgettable sunrise
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Option to ride a camel part of the way for extra comfort (additional cost)
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Visit the ancient St. Catherine Monastery, one of the oldest in the world
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See priceless Christian art, relics, and the Burning Bush site
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Convenient round-trip transfers from Sharm El Sheikh hotels
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Stunning photo opportunities across the Sinai mountain landscapes
Included/Excluded
- Hotel pick up and drop off by Air-conditioned vehicle
- Mousses Mountain + St.Catherine Monastery
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Bedouin guide during climbing up the mountain
- Handheld Flashlight
- All Entrance fees & Taxes
- Food And Drinks
Tour Plan
Stop 1: Sharm El Sheikh
Late evening pickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh. Travel by comfortable, air-conditioned bus for around 3 hours through the Sinai Desert.
⏱ Duration: ~3 hours • Admission: Free
Stop 2: Mount Sinai
At around 02:00 AM, begin the guided 3-hour hike to the 2,285m summit. Follow the historic trail leading to 700 steps, or choose the option to ride a camel most of the way (extra cost). Reach the summit in time to witness the magical sunrise over Sinai.
⏱ Duration: ~6 hours • Admission: Not included
Stop 3: St. Catherine Monastery
After descending, meet your guide at the gate of the St. Catherine Monastery, built in the 6th century. Visit the Transfiguration Church, the Burning Bush, and the Well of Moses. Explore priceless relics and Christian art inside the oldest continually operating monastery in the world.
⏱ Duration: ~1 hour • Admission: Free
Stop 4: Return to Sharm El Sheikh
Travel back in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle and be dropped off at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
⏱ Duration: ~3 hours • Admission: Free
To ensure a comfortable and safe experience during your Mount Sinai sunrise hike and St. Catherine Monastery tour, we recommend bringing the following essentials:
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Warm clothing: Temperatures on Mount Sinai can be extremely cold before sunrise, so wear heavy layers to stay warm.
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Comfortable sports shoes: A good pair of athletic shoes will support you during the 2.5–3 hour hike up Mount Sinai.
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Cash money: If you plan to hire a camel to assist you during the climb, please note that camel guides only accept cash payments.
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Water and light snacks: Staying hydrated and energized is important during the Sinai trekking route.
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An extra jacket or scarf: The summit can be windy and much colder than the base.
This checklist will help you fully enjoy one of the most iconic Mount Sinai tours from Sharm El Sheikh.
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