Day trips · Sinai · Red Sea

Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine from Sharm

The excursion leaves from hotels in Sharm El Sheikh, includes a night climb up Mount Sinai and a visit to Saint Catherine's Monastery, with an English-speaking guide according to the listing.

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Guide in English 15 hours

Mount Sinai Sunrise and Saint Catherine's Monastery

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Included Hotel pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned transport, English-speaking guide and admission to Saint Catherine's Monastery. Governmental fees, camel ride, food and drink are not included.

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Departure: From Sharm El Sheikh, with hotel pickup
Duration: About 15 hours according to the listing
Guide: English-speaking
Route: Night climb, then the monastery

A long night with a sunrise at the top

According to the listing you drive about two and a half hours by bus, climb at night to see the sunrise from the summit, then visit the monastery. It is a tiring day, with 750 steps to the top, so bring water and comfortable shoes.

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Before you book

Not included according to the listing: governmental fees, a camel ride, food and drink.
Suitable shoes: the listing mentions a climb of 750 steps in the dark.
Opening days: the monastery is closed inside on Sundays, according to the listing.
Cancellation is free up to the deadline stated in the listing.

Frequently asked questions

Is the guide English-speaking?

Yes. According to the listing the guide speaks English.

What is not included?

According to the listing, governmental fees, a camel ride, and food and drink are left out.

Is the monastery part of the visit?

Yes, the listing includes admission to Saint Catherine's Monastery after the descent.