St-Catherine Monastery & Moses' Mountain From Sharm El Sheikh
- 10–15 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 6 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience History with St-Catherine Monastery & Moses' Mountain Excursion – Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Egypt with this expert-guided tour from Sharm El Sheikh to the fabled St-Catherine Monastery and Moses' Mountain. The ancient Monastery nestled at the foothills of the mountain offers an unparalleled glimpse into bygone epochs, with its priceless collection of Christian art. Ascend Moses' Mountain to witness where Moses is believed to have received the Ten Commandments. This memorable tour combines cultural enrichment, spiritual inspiration and spectacular natural beauty.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Entrance fees
- Local Guide at Mount Sinai
- Bottle Water
What's not
- Personal Items
- Tipping
Itinerary
pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, and then you will be transferred to St. Catherine to visit St. Catherine monastery 220 km northwest Sharm el Sheikh and located between the St. Catherine's mounts and Moses Mount which is the oldest monastery of Christianity. It is an Orthodox Greek monastery within its amazing walls rests a citadel like no other, incredibly rich in important religious and historical structures.
The Monastery was named after St. Catherine (the daughter of Kistery) who was tortured to death by her father for she succeed in converting 50 of his followers to Christianity in 307 AD. Saint Catherine's Monastery has been one of the world's great centers of religious pilgrimage for over 15 centuries.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Sharm El-Sheikh
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Egypt Tours Online
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Sharm el Sheikh
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 184 day trips we list in Sharm el Sheikh.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 22 of 184.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Sharm el Sheikh
Sharm el Sheikh sits at the southern tip of the Sinai, a Red Sea resort famed for coral reefs, desert mountains and sunshine in every season.
The coast is lined with resort bays such as Naama Bay, the lively centre with a promenade of restaurants and bars, and quieter Sharks Bay and Nabq. The real treasure lies underwater: coral reefs come right up to the shore, alive with colourful fish, turtles and rays.
Top-ranked sights in Sharm el Sheikh: Ras Mohammed National Park, Sharm el Sheikh Old Market, Mt. Sinai.
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