⛰️ Sacred Sunrise on Mount Moses – Spiritual Journey to St. Catherine Monastery

Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh Day Tours
✨ Experience the spiritual heart of Sinai — a journey filled with silence, peace, and awe. Climb the sacred Mount Moses, where according to tradition the Prophet received the Ten Commandments, and witness one of the most breathtaking sunrises in the world. After your descent, visit the St. Catherine Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the oldest continuously functioning Christian monasteries in existence.
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Group Size

10-13

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Duration:

14 hours

Travel time:

08:00 PM

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per child (5-11)15
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Description

🌟 Highlights:

  1. 🕑 Night departure from Sharm El Sheikh (around 20:00)
  2. 🧗‍♂️ Climb to the summit of Mount Moses (2,285 m) – about 3 hours with a local Bedouin guide
  3. 🌄 Watch an unforgettable sunrise over the Sinai mountains
  4. 🏛 Guided tour of St. Catherine Monastery – see the Burning Bush, Moses’ Well, and the Church of the Transfiguration
  5. 📷 Enjoy amazing photo stops and a peaceful spiritual atmosphere

🏜️ Full Description:

Your adventure begins late in the evening with a comfortable transfer from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh to the foot of Mount Moses.

Upon arrival, start your ascent with a Bedouin guide — the climb takes about 2.5 to 3 hours and leads you to the top of the sacred mountain.

When you reach the summit, you’ll be rewarded with a stunning sunrise view — a once-in-a-lifetime moment that fills the soul with serenity and awe.

After descending, visit the St. Catherine Monastery, one of Christianity’s oldest monasteries, located at the mountain’s base.

Here you’ll see the Burning Bush, Moses’ Well, and the ancient icons and relics that make this monastery one of the most sacred sites in the world.

After the tour, return to Sharm El Sheikh around noon.

✅ What’s Included:

  1. Hotel pickup and drop-off (air-conditioned bus)
  2. Licensed English-speaking guide + mountain guide
  3. Entrance tickets to all mentioned sites
  4. Flashlight
  5. Breakfast box
  6. Insurance

❌ What’s Not Included:

  1. Camel ride up to the stairs ($10–15 approx.)
  2. Blanket rental
  3. Toilet fee on the mountain
  4. Drinks and personal expenses

⚠️ Important Information:

  1. Duration: Approximately 14–16 hours (overnight tour)
  2. Payment is due on the day of the trip in USD, EUR, EGP, or via online transfer.
  3. Don’t forget your passport.
  4. Warm clothing is essential — temperatures can fall below 0°C at night.
  5. Comfortable hiking shoes are highly recommended.
  6. Bring a hat, scarf, flashlight, water, and a lunch box (available for order at your hotel reception).
  7. Modest attire is required when visiting the monastery (cover shoulders and knees).
  8. The tour may not run during major Christian holidays when the monastery is closed.
  9. Tour times may change depending on the season (summer/winter).
  10. The child rate includes a separate bus seat and meal.

🧘 Why Choose This Tour:

  1. Climb the legendary Mount Moses — the place of the Ten Commandments
  2. Witness one of the most beautiful sunrises in the world
  3. Visit a 1,700-year-old monastery, still active today
  4. Perfect for travelers seeking spirituality, history, and nature in one trip
  5. Fully organized — just relax and enjoy

🎒 What to Bring:

  1. 🪪 Passport
  2. 🧥 Warm clothes (especially in winter)
  3. 👟 Hiking shoes
  4. 🧣 Scarf / Arafatka
  5. 💧 Water & light snacks
  6. 📸 Charged camera or phone
  7. 💰 Small cash for personal use

⏰ Duration:

  1. Overnight Tour – Approximately 14–16 Hours

📞 Book Now:

Discover the spiritual heart of Sinai — climb Mount Moses, watch the sunrise above the sacred peaks, and explore the historic St. Catherine Monastery. A journey that will stay with you forever. 🌄

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⛰️ Sacred Sunrise on Mount Moses – Spiritual Journey to St. Catherine Monastery

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✨ Experience the spiritual heart of Sinai — a journey filled with silence, peace, and awe. Climb the sacred Mount Moses, where according to tradition the Prophet received the Ten Commandments, and witness one of the most breathtaking sunrises in the world. After your descent, visit the St. Catherine Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the oldest continuously functioning Christian monasteries in existence.

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