Mount Sinai Climb And St Catherine Monastery From Sharm El Sheikh
About this activity
This bus & minivan tours is one of the standout things to do in Saint Catherine, Egypt. Rated 4.7/5 by 3 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €22 per person. Experience an overnight guided tour from Sharm El Sheikh, featuring a sunrise climb of Mount Sinai and a visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery, with hotel pickup and an expert local guide included.
Experience the breathtaking sunrise from the summit of Mount Sinai on a professionally guided hiking excursion departing from Sharm el Sheikh. Ascend one of Egypt’s highest peaks, standing at 7,497 feet (2,285 meters), in the tranquility of predawn hours and witness the first light illuminate the historic mountaintop chapel and mosque. Following the descent, explore the renowned 6th-century Monastery of St. Catherine, traditionally regarded as the site where Moses encountered the Burning Bush. This comprehensive tour includes convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh, making it an ideal option for travelers with limited time. Highlights include an early morning hike to Mount Sinai’s summit, the opportunity to ride a camel for part of the ascent (at your own expense), a visit to the world’s oldest continually operating monastery, and the chance to view centuries-old Christian art and relics. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your comfort and convenience.
Good to know
- •Duration: approximately 12 hours.
- •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
- •Offered in 1 language.
- •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Saint Catherine is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular bus & minivan tours slots in Saint Catherine sell out.