Private Day Tour to St. Catherine Monastery & Mount Sinai – From Sharm El Sheikh or Dahab

Duration

01

Max People

30

Min Age

3+

Tour Overview

Journey through Sinai’s sacred landscapes to visit the historic St. Catherine’s Monastery and, if desired, climb Mount Sinai for a sunrise vista. Includes private transfers, Egyptologist guide, park fees, breakfast, and optional upgrades like early-morning ascent.

Tour Highlights

  • Optional sunrise from the summit of Mount Sinai
  • Visit the oldest continuously inhabited Christian monastery in the world
  • See the Burning Bush, ancient icons & rare manuscripts
  • Expert Egyptologist guide and private transport
  • Options to dine or shop in Dahab on the return journey

Additional Information

  • Duration: Approximately 10–12 hours
  • Departure: Around 1–2 AM
  • Return: Between 11 AM and 2 PM
  • Tour Type: Private – only your group participates
  • Languages: English, Arabic, French, Spanish, German (others on request)

Estimated Pricing

  • Couples: USD 150–200
    • Small groups (3–6): USD 250–350

Included/Excluded

  • Private early-morning pickup/drop-off from Sharm or Dahab
  • Air-conditioned transport
  • Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance and park fees for Monastery and Mount Sinai
  • Breakfast buffet at monastery
  • Bottled water
  • All service charges and taxes
  • Optional sunrise hike (guide & permit required)
  • Lunch, souvenirs, or gratuities

Tour Plan

Pickup

(~1:00–2:00 AM) at your Sharm El Sheikh or Dahab accommodation.

Scenic drive

(2½–3 hrs) through the Sinai to Saint Catherine village.

Sunrise hike

Sunrise hike (optional): Begin ascent (~750 steps) around 2:00 AM, reach summit for sunrise (~6 AM), then descend.

Visit St

Catherine’s Monastery (~548–565 AD): explore the Burning Bush chapel, Byzantine icons, ancient manuscripts, and the Library.

Breakfast

Breakfast at the monastery.

Return drive to your hotel

Return drive to your hotel, arriving by late morning or early afternoon.

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