Moses Mountain and St. Catherine Day Tour from Sharm El Sheikh
A night trek through sacred desert heights and a timeless monastic sanctuary
The Moses Mountain and St. Catherine tour combines a guided night ascent of Mount Sinai with a morning visit to one of the oldest continuously operating Christian monasteries in the world. Departing from Sharm El Sheikh, the journey covers two of the most spiritually and historically significant sites in the entire Sinai Peninsula.
Mount Sinai, rising to 2,285 meters above sea level, is revered across three major world religions as the place where Moses received the Ten Commandments. The nighttime ascent allows trekkers to experience the cool desert air, a canopy of stars, and panoramic views of the surrounding Sinai landscape at dawn.
St. Catherine's Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded in the 6th century, preserves an extraordinary collection of ancient manuscripts, icons, and religious artifacts. The monastery is built around the site traditionally identified as the Burning Bush described in the Book of Exodus, making it a destination of deep symbolic importance.
This 16-hour excursion is graded as easy and is accessible to most fitness levels, with five designated rest stops along the trekking route. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sharm El Sheikh are included, making logistics straightforward for travelers based on the Red Sea coast.
Tour Highlights
Night trek to the 2,285-meter summit of Mount Sinai with views across the Sinai Peninsula.
Witness the sunrise from one of the most iconic biblical mountaintops in the world.
Guided visit to St. Catherine's Monastery, a living UNESCO World Heritage Site since the 6th century.
See the sacred Burning Bush, preserved within the monastery grounds and tied to the story of Moses.
Explore centuries of religious history through ancient artifacts, manuscripts, and sacred architecture.
Comfortable hotel pickup and drop-off included from Sharm El Sheikh for a hassle-free experience.
Itinerary Overview
Your guide collects you from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh and transfers you by comfortable vehicle to the base of Mount Sinai. The scenic drive crosses the dramatic desert landscapes of the Sinai Peninsula.
Begin the nighttime ascent to the summit of Mount Sinai, following well-established paths used by pilgrims and travelers for centuries. Five rest stops along the route allow you to purchase snacks, hot drinks, or rent blankets and equipment.
Reach the summit at 2,285 meters and take in panoramic views of the surrounding Sinai desert as dawn breaks. The experience of witnessing the sunrise from this height is the central highlight of the trek.
Descend the mountain and proceed to St. Catherine's Monastery at its foot. Explore the monastery's sacred interior, including the site of the legendary Burning Bush and its collection of religious history and artifacts.
After exploring the monastery, board the vehicle for the return journey to Sharm El Sheikh. You will be dropped off at your hotel, concluding the 16-hour excursion.
What Is Included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sharm El Sheikh
- Comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Guided night trek up Mount Sinai
- Entrance to St. Catherine's Monastery
- Licensed tour guide throughout
Not Included
- Snacks and drinks during rest stops
- Blanket or equipment rental on the trail
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for guide and driver
Important Information
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