Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

Mount Sinai Climb and St Catherine Tour from Sharm El Sheikh

Activity provider:Egypt Tours Club

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Duration16 hours (approx.)

Pickup AvailablePickup offered

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Overview

Climb Mount Sinai before dawn to witness a spectacular sunrise, then visit St. Catherine’s Monastery — one of the world’s oldest monasteries — on this spiritual and scenic tour from Sharm El Sheikh.

What's Included

St. Catherine National Park fees
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Local guide during the climb
Round-trip transfer from Sharm El Sheikh (hotel/port pickup and drop-off) by vehicle
Breakfast in St Catherine City at a local restaurant
Gratuities (tips)
Optional camel ride (available at extra cost)
Lunch and other meals and drinks unless specified
Personal expenses

Itinerary

Main stop

1 starting location option:

Hotel pickup in Sharm El Sheikh

Transfer to Mount Sinai (approx. 3 hours)

(3 hours)

Climb Mount Sinai (approx. 02:00–05:00)

Sunrise climb

Optional camel ride to the start of the steps (extra cost)

Optional camel ride

Visit St. Catherine’s Monastery

Monastery visit

Breakfast in St Catherine City (local restaurant)

Breakfast

1 drop-off location option:

Drive back to Sharm El Sheikh (arrive approx. 13:30–14:00)

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Main stop

Highlights

Sunrise view from the summit of Mount Sinai
Guided climb led by a qualified Egyptologist and local guide
Visit St. Catherine’s Monastery
Optional camel ride for part of the ascent
Breakfast in St Catherine City at a local restaurant

Full description

Climb Mount Sinai before dawn to witness a spectacular sunrise from one of Egypt’s highest points, then visit St. Catherine’s Monastery, one of the world’s oldest monasteries.

Not Suitable For

Pregnant travelers
People with back problems
People with heart conditions
Wheelchair users (not wheelchair accessible)
Stroller users (not stroller accessible)
Traveling with pets
Infants — infant seats unavailable; infants must not sit on laps

Important Information

What to bring

Current valid passport required at security checkpoints
Dress in layers; it can be cold at sunrise (warm jacket/thermal layers recommended)
Comfortable non-slip walking shoes
Hat and sunglasses
Scarf for wind protection
Small backpack and a water bottle
Carry cash for optional camel rides and personal expenses

Weather and conditions

The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for cold and windy conditions at altitude

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