Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine's Monastery

Experience sunrise from the top of Mount Sinai, a significant sacred site in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, where you can view the oldest Christian Monastery still in operation.

Tour Details

At the indicated time, we will pick you up in Sharm El Sheikh and head to the center of the Sinai peninsula. After approximately two and a half hours on a bus, we will arrive at the mountainous region, where we will begin our night ascent of Mount Sinai, climbing 750 steps to the summit. We will witness the sunrise from this peak, where Moses is believed to have received the 10 commandments of the Old Testament.

Upon descending, we will visit St. Catherine's Monastery located at the foot of the mountain. This UNESCO World Heritage Site from the 6th century is walled, but we will tour the Basilica of the Transfiguration, an Orthodox-Christian temple with significant artistic heritage.

The monastery holds a large collection of codices, making it the second most important collection worldwide after the Vatican. Outside, we will view the burning bush in which Moses saw an angel, according to the bible. After the visit, we will begin our return journey to Sharm El Sheikh, arriving about 15 hours after departure.

Additional Information

Climbing Mount Sinai involves climbing 750 stairs. We recommend bringing water and wearing comfortable shoes and clothing.On Sundays, St. Catherine's Monastery is closed, and an interior visit will not be possible.