Private Mount Sinai Climb and St. Catherine's Monastery from Sharm el Sheikh
Ascend one of Egypt's most sacred peaks in predawn darkness and witness sunrise from the summit where history and faith converge.
A Mount Sinai climb from Sharm el Sheikh is one of the most memorable experiences available in Egypt, combining a challenging nighttime hike with a visit to a monastery that has stood continuously for over 1,400 years. This private tour ensures dedicated transport and a personal guide throughout the entire journey.
The ascent begins well before dawn, giving hikers enough time to reach the 2,285-meter summit as the first light breaks across the Sinai Peninsula. The view from the top, where a small chapel and mosque mark the peak, rewards every step of the climb.
After descending, a guided visit to the Monastery of St. Catherine introduces travelers to one of the oldest continually operating monasteries in the world. The site encompasses the Transfiguration Church, the Burning Bush, and the Well of Moses, all of which carry deep religious significance across multiple faiths.
The entire experience is conducted privately, meaning the pace, the pickup, and the overall experience are arranged around you rather than a larger group schedule.
Tour Highlights
Watch the sunrise from the summit of Mount Sinai at 2,285 meters above sea level.
Hike the mountain in the predawn hours for a dramatic and atmospheric ascent.
Visit St. Catherine's Monastery, founded in the 6th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
See the site of the Burning Bush, where Moses is believed to have received God's call.
Enjoy private round-trip transport from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh.
Travel with a dedicated private guide for the full duration of the tour.
Option to ride a camel to the 700 Steps section of the trail at your own expense.
Itinerary
Your private vehicle collects you from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh in the late evening. The transfer to the base of Mount Sinai takes approximately four hours.
Starting at approximately 2:00 AM, your guide leads you up the mountain trail. The climb covers the full path that concludes with the final 700 steps to the summit, a journey of roughly three hours.
Reaching the 2,285-meter peak, you witness sunrise illuminate the mountaintop chapel and mosque. The panoramic views across the Sinai landscape are a defining moment of the tour.
After sunrise, you descend the mountain and meet your guide at the gate of the Monastery of St. Catherine. The monastery visit includes the Transfiguration Church, the Burning Bush, and the Well of the Prophet Moses.
Following the monastery visit, you board your private vehicle for the return journey to Sharm el Sheikh. Drop-off is at your original hotel.
What Is Included
Included
- Private round-trip transport from Sharm el Sheikh hotels
- Professional private guide throughout the tour
- Guided visit to the Monastery of St. Catherine
- Entrance to the monastery grounds
- Viewing of the Transfiguration Church and Burning Bush
Not Included
- Camel ride to the 700 Steps (available at own expense)
- Food and beverages during the tour
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for guide and driver
Important Information
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