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Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike & St. Catherine from Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh
Important Information
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Depart late at night from Sharm El Sheikh and hike Mount Sinai under the stars, reaching the summit in time to witness a breathtaking sunrise.
Embark on a profound spiritual and physical journey to one of the world's most sacred sites. This overnight pilgrimage from Sharm el-Sheikh takes you to the summit of Mount Sinai (Jabal Musa), where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments. Witness a breathtaking sunrise from the peak before descending to explore the legendary 6th-century St. Catherine's Monastery, home to the Burning Bush and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Bedouin guide for Mount Sinai hike
Food & Drink
Itinerary
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Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh to Mount Sinai & St. Catherine's Monastery
3 hours
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Mount Sinai
Begin the Hike: Your ascent begins around 2:00 AM. Accompanied by your expert Bedouin guide, you will start the 2-3 hour climb up the mountain path. The cool night air makes for ideal hiking conditions.
A Magical Sunrise: Reach the summit in time to find a spot and watch in awe as the first light of day breaks over the dramatic mountain ranges of the Sinai Peninsula. The view from the top, where a small chapel and mosque stand, is a truly spiritual and panoramic experience.
Descent: After the sun has fully risen and you've taken plenty of photos, you will begin your descent back to the base.
4 hours
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St. Catherine's Monastery
Explore the Treasures: Your guide will lead you through this ancient complex. Key sights include:
The Church of the Transfiguration: The heart of the monastery.
The Chapel of the Burning Bush: Believed to be located on the site where God spoke to Moses.
Moses' Well: A natural spring where Moses is said to have met his wife.
2 hours
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Sharm El Sheikh
Return to Sharm: Following your visit, you will board your air-conditioned vehicle for the drive back to your hotel in Sharm el-Sheikh, arriving in the afternoon.
Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike & St. Catherine from Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh
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Depart late at night from Sharm El Sheikh and hike Mount Sinai under the stars, reaching the summit in time to witness a breathtaking sunrise.
Embark on a profound spiritual and physical journey to one of the world's most sacred sites. This overnight pilgrimage from Sharm el-Sheikh takes you to the summit of Mount Sinai (Jabal Musa), where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments. Witness a breathtaking sunrise from the peak before descending to explore the legendary 6th-century St. Catherine's Monastery, home to the Burning Bush and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
