Experience the mesmerizing Sinai desert and ascend to the peak of Mount Sinai to be amazed by the awe-inspiring sunrise from the top. Visit St Catherine’s Monastery and explore its collection of manuscripts followed by a city tour through Dahab, the ‘Flower Power’ city of the Red Sea on a trip from Sharm El Sheikh.
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Pacha Sharm el Sheikh - Get picked up at 8:15 PM from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh city of Egypt, then travel in an air-conditioned vehicle for around 4 hours to reach the Moses Mountain. Upon arrival, climb up Mount Sinai
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the sacred place where the Prophet Moses received the 10 commandments. Reach 2,285 meters by climbing up 750 steps, strolling all night (approx 2-3 hours depending on the customers).
Arrive at the summit and marvel at the rising sun slowly scattering across the mountains in all its splendor. While gazing at the sunrise, click awesome photos or pray if you wish to, then begin the descent back down. Remember, it will take around 2 hours to reach the bottom. Enjoy some time to rest after the long trail and then have breakfast.
Next, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. Catherine’s Monastery. Browse through the old manuscripts displayed in the library and icons excavated from the Vatican. It is the oldest functioning Christian monasteries in the world situated on the Sinai Peninsula along with Monastery of Saint Anthony which is located across the Red Sea in the desert of South Cairo. Later proceed to Dahab, aka the Flower Power City of the Red Sea and enjoy sightseeing in the city as well as some shopping.
Finally, relax and take your lunch. End the journey with a hotel drop off at Sharm El Sheikh.
- Pickup and drop-off from the hotel in Sharm El Sheikh
- Transfer by clean and air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary water and soft drinks
- Breakfast in Dahab
- Personal expenses
- Tips
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.