⛰️ Mount Moses & St. Catherine (Sunset)
12-Hour Spiritual Journey to Ancient Monastery & Mountain Summit
Explore one of the world’s oldest working monasteries and climb Mount Sinai where Moses received the Ten Commandments. Witness a breathtaking sunset over the desert peaks.
🌟 Key Highlights 🌟
🏛️ St. Catherine’s Monastery: UNESCO World Heritage Site with 6th-century artifacts
⛰️ Mount Sinai Summit: Climb to 2,285 meters where Moses received the Commandments
🌄 Sunset Experience: Watch the sun dip below desert peaks
📜 Historical Treasures: See the Burning Bush and ancient icons collection
📅 Tour Program
Full-Day Schedule:
- 07:00 AM – Hotel pickup from Sharm el-Sheikh
- 10:00 AM – Arrive at St. Catherine’s Monastery
- 10:15 AM – Explore monastery complex (4 hours)
- 02:15 PM – Lunch at local restaurant
- 03:00 PM – Begin Mount Sinai ascent with Bedouin guide
- 05:30 PM – Reach summit for sunset
- 06:30 PM – Begin descent
- 08:30 PM – Return to vehicle
- 09:00 PM – Hotel drop-off in Sharm el-Sheikh
📦 Inclusions & Exclusions
Included:
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Air-conditioned transfers
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Bedouin climbing guide
- Egyptologist tour guide
Excluded:
- Museum room ticket
- Restaurant drinks
- Camel rides
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
ℹ️ Additional Tour Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Trip Capacity | 1 to 5 persons per trip |
| Maximum Group Size | Not more than 25 persons |
| Tipping | 10% of the tour price |
| Payment | Due upon arrival |
| Private Trip Requests | Contact EL Pharaon via Phone/WhatsApp: +201055441595 |
| Passport Requirement | Bring your passport and send a copy via email for permissions (required for Exodus and all trips) |
| Booking & Cancellation | Book at least 2 days in advance; cancellations accepted up to 1 day before. For Exodus trips, book at least 1 month in advance; cancellations accepted up to 15 days before. |
| Exodus Private & Self-Drive | For Exodus private and self-drive trips, contact EL Pharaon via Phone/WhatsApp: +201055441595 |
⏰ Tour Details
Duration:12 hours (approx)Departure:Daily at 7:00 AMGroup Size:Max 15 travelersDifficulty:Moderate physical fitness required
🎒 What to Bring
- Valid passport
- Sturdy hiking shoes
- Layered clothing
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
- Camera/phone
- Small backpack
Important Information:
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Free cancellation 24 hours prior
- Confirmation received at time of booking