How much is the Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine trip?

$500 per person, including flights between Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh, transfers, a Bedouin guide and entrance fees.

How hard is the climb?

It is a steady uphill walk of about 7 km and 750 steps at the end, roughly three hours, mostly in the dark. A reasonable level of fitness is needed. Camels can take you most of the way.

How cold is it at the summit?

Very cold before sunrise, especially from November to March, often below freezing. Bring warm layers, a hat and gloves; blankets can be rented at the top.

When is the monastery open?

Usually in the morning, Monday to Thursday and Saturday, and closed on religious holidays. We plan the trip around the opening days.

Overnight Trip to St. Catherine Monastery from Cairo

Mount Sinai Sunrise and Saint Catherine Trip from Cairo

$500

Overnight Trip to St. Catherine Monastery from Cairostart with a pick-up from your hotel in Cairo and transfer to take the flight to Sharm. Overnight Trip to St. Catherine Monastery from Cairo Arrival and drive to St. Catherine, then transfer to Moses Mountain and you will be accompanied by Bedouin guide, an expert to guide you to climb the sacred mountain. Overnight.a

Description

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Climb Mount Sinai through the night with a Bedouin guide, watch the sun rise over the mountains of Sinai, and visit Saint Catherine’s Monastery, one of the oldest working Christian monasteries in the world. Flights between Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh are included.