⛪ St. Catherine’s Monastery Half Day Tour
8-Hour Journey to the World’s Oldest Christian Monastery
Explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site housing ancient Christian artifacts, Byzantine architecture, and the legendary Burning Bush on this cultural excursion from Taba.
🌟 Key Highlights 🌟
🏛️ Ancient Monastery: Explore the world’s oldest continuously operating Christian monastery
📜 Sacred Manuscripts: See 6th-century icons and priceless religious artifacts
🔥 Burning Bush: Visit the site where Moses received his divine message
⛰️ Mountain Setting: Located at 1,570m in Sinai’s dramatic landscape
📅 Tour Program
Morning Schedule:
- 06:00 AM – Pickup from “Take 5” Gaz Station (Taba)
- 07:00 AM – Departure from Taba
- 09:30 AM – Arrive at St. Catherine’s Monastery
- 09:45 AM – Guided monastery tour
- 11:30 AM – Explore icons gallery & chapel
- 12:30 PM – Lunch in Dahab
- 02:00 PM – Return journey to Taba
- 02:00 PM – Hotel drop-off
📦 Inclusions & Exclusions
Included:
- Taba hotel pickup/drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle transfers
- English-speaking guide
- National Park entrance fees
- Bottled water
Excluded:
- Museum entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Guide gratuities
- Friday/Sunday visits
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:8 hoursDeparture Days:Sat, Mon, Tue, Wed, ThuGroup Size:Max 14 travelersAltitude:1,570 meters above sea level
🎒 What to Bring
- Modest clothing (shoulders/knees covered)
- Sturdy walking shoes
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
- Water bottle
- Camera (no flash)
Important Information:
- Closed Sundays & Orthodox holidays
- Friday visits 09:00-11:30 only
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Free cancellation 48 hours prior