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Moses, Sinai Mount & St Catherine Monastery Tour from Sharm El Sheikh
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Duration - 20 hours
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Guide optionsEnglish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Italian
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
A trip to Moses Mountain, also known as Mount Sinai, is a spiritual and adventurous journey. The trek involves a challenging ascent to the summit, which stands at 2,285 meters. It’s a place of historical and religious significance, believed to be where Moses received the Ten Commandments.
Highlights
- Mount Sinai is revered as the site where Moses received the Ten Commandments.
- St. Catherine’s Monastery is one of the oldest working Christian monasteries in the world.
- Night climb of around 750 steps to the summit of Moses Mountain.
- Witnessing a breathtaking sunrise panorama from atop Mount Sinai.
- Visiting the sacred Holy Valley, where Moses removed his shoes in reverence.
- The Egyptian government has taken extensive steps to ensure the safety of tourists
- Discovering Saint Catherine's revered remains within the church.
Description
Moses, Sinai Mount & St Catherine Monastery Tour from Sharm El Sheikh
Embark on a captivating journey starting move at 8:30 PM from your Sharm hotel. A scenic 4-hour coach ride will lead us to the base of Moses Mountain, where an enchanting night climb of around 750 steps awaits. In about 5 hours, you'll stand atop Mount Sinai's summit, greeted by the breathtaking sunrise panorama.
As the day breaks, we'll descend towards the iconic St. Catherine Monastery, a 2–3-hour journey. Spend 1 hours taking rest and exploring the wonders within the monastery's walls — from an eleventh-century mosque to an Orthodox Greek monastery nestled like a fortress. The church's interior cradles Saint Catherine's revered remains, while on the opposite side, the sacred Holy Valley beckons.
It's here that Moses was instructed by God to remove his shoes, a testament to the holiness of the land. Our anticipated return to the hotel is around 2 PM, marking the end of an unforgettable journey of spirituality and history.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Bedouin Guide during climbing up the mountain.
- Entry Admission
- Snacks
- Exclusions:
- Gratuities
- Camel ride (Optional extra fees)
- Catherine Monastery Musuam (Optional extra fees) depend on time
- Anything does not mention in details.
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Jabal Mousa
- Saint Catherine
- Sinai mountains range
Pickup from Hotel in Sharm El Sheikh
- We'll pick you up from your hotel and kick off our adventure aboard a cozy, air-conditioned vehicle for a round trip from Sharm El Sheikh to Saint Catherine.
Mousa Mountain or Sinai Mountain
- Mount Sinai is a mountain on the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt. It is also known as Jabal Musa. It is a 2,285-metre (7,497 ft), moderately high mountain near the city of Saint Catherine in the region known today as the Sinai Peninsula. It is surrounded on all sides by higher peaks in the mountain range of which it is a part. For example, it lies next to Mount Catherine which, at 2,629 m or 8,625 ft, is the highest peak in Egypt.
St. Catherine's Monastery
- St. Catherine’s Monastery is located at the foot of Mount Sinai in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. It is one of the oldest working monasteries in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery is open to visitors, but it is recommended to check the opening hours before visiting.
Return to your Sharm El Sheikh hotel.
- Bringing this unforgettable journey to a close, we will ensure your safe return to your Sharm El Sheikh hotel. You'll travel in comfort aboard an air-conditioned vehicle on a round trip back.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Moses, Sinai Mount & St Catherine Monastery Tour from Sharm El Sheikh duration is 20 hours.
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