Mount Sinai Sunrise & Saint Catherine's Monastery Tour from Sharm El Sheikh

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Experience sunrise from the top of Mount Sinai, one of the most important sacred places in Judaism, Christianity and Islam alike, from where you can see the oldest Christian Monastery still in operation.

Details

Duration

15 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by air–conditioned bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission to St. Catherine's Monastery

Not included

Governmental fees: 10EUR per person
Camel ride
Food and drink

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

7.3

Very good 650 Travelers·51 reviews

August 29, 2026
Darío Naranjo Jiménez
Cerdanyola Del Vallès, Spain
Everything was quite good, the service was good, they don't speak Spanish, but that's mentioned beforehand. The Bedouin guide was excellent, adjusting...
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May 20, 2026
Larissa Milani
Germany
Being in a sacred place and watching the sunrise from the top is a unique experience. It's an activity that combines hiking, history, and nature. The ...
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June 14, 2026
Massimo
Italy
Well-organized and the trip was exactly as described. The route isn't overly challenging, but some fitness is required; it's not a simple walk. Total ...
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May 23, 2026
Anónimo
Granada, Spain
Cheap, efficient, the people and the Bedouins are very friendly, efficient, and understanding. Beautiful landscape, 100% recommendable. The excursio...
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October 29, 2025
Juan Manuel Bermejo Ayala
Portbou, Spain
The excursion to Mount Sinai is beautiful and spiritual, but very physically demanding. There is no guide in Spanish and the ascent is done at night w...
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January 21, 2026
Carmelo
Paternò, Italy
Dress in layers and wear warm clothing or clothing that protects you from the cold. The only annoying thing is the constant insistence of the Bedouins...
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November 2, 2022
Cristina
Madrid, Spain
The excursion should have been in Spanish as we contracted but when they picked us up to start it, the person who spoke Spanish blatantly lied to us s...
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October 21, 2019
Anabella Soledad
Almuñécar, Spain
Creo que por parte de Civitatis no se vende adecuadamente el producto: decir igualmente que independientemente de todo, ha sido una experiencia inolvi...
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July 21, 2024
Laura
Spain
Incredible experience! The sunrise from the top of Mount Sinai is indescribable. The guides were wonderful, both Mahmoud and Ayd, our guide during the...
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November 28, 2022
Rosa
Panama
Very cold it can be 2 or 3 degrees C, if it rains the temperature drops more. It is worth the effort. The local guides are attentive and take care of ...
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Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up in Sharm El Sheikh, heading into the very centre of the Sinai peninsula.

Then, after approximately two and a half hours on a bus, we'll arrive at the mountainous region of the area, where we'll begin our night ascent of Mount Sinai, climbing the 750 steps which lead to the summit. The effort will be worth it, as we'll see the sunrise from the peak, in the very same spot where Moses is said to have received the 10 commandments of the Old Testament.

Having climbed back down, we'll visit St. Catherine's Monastery at the foot of the mountain—the oldest in all Christendom. This UNESCO World Heritage Site from the 6th century is surrounded by walls, but crossing them we'll visit the Basilica of the Transfiguration, an Orthodox-Christian temple with a stunning artistic heritage.

The monastery has a large collection of codices, old bibles which make it the second most important collection in the world, only surpassed by the Vatican archives. Outside we'll see the burning bush in which Moses saw an angel, according to the bible.

With the visit to St. Catherine's Monastery over, we'll begin the return journey to Sharm El Sheikh, arriving about 15 hours after departure.

Additional Information

Climbing Mount Sinai means climbing 750 stairs. We recommend that you bring water, as well as wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
On Sundays, the Saint Catherine Monastery is closed and therefore an interior visit will not be possible

7.3

Very good 650 Travelers·51 reviews

August 29, 2026
Darío Naranjo Jiménez
Cerdanyola Del Vallès, Spain
Everything was quite good, the service was good, they don't speak Spanish, but that's mentioned beforehand. The Bedouin guide was excellent, adjusting...
Is this useful?
May 20, 2026
Larissa Milani
Germany
Being in a sacred place and watching the sunrise from the top is a unique experience. It's an activity that combines hiking, history, and nature. The ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
June 14, 2026
Massimo
Italy
Well-organized and the trip was exactly as described. The route isn't overly challenging, but some fitness is required; it's not a simple walk. Total ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
May 23, 2026
Anónimo
Granada, Spain
Cheap, efficient, the people and the Bedouins are very friendly, efficient, and understanding. Beautiful landscape, 100% recommendable. The excursio...
With friends
Is this useful?
October 29, 2025
Juan Manuel Bermejo Ayala
Portbou, Spain
The excursion to Mount Sinai is beautiful and spiritual, but very physically demanding. There is no guide in Spanish and the ascent is done at night w...
As a couple
Is this useful?
January 21, 2026
Carmelo
Paternò, Italy
Dress in layers and wear warm clothing or clothing that protects you from the cold. The only annoying thing is the constant insistence of the Bedouins...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
November 2, 2022
Cristina
Madrid, Spain
The excursion should have been in Spanish as we contracted but when they picked us up to start it, the person who spoke Spanish blatantly lied to us s...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 21, 2019
Anabella Soledad
Almuñécar, Spain
Creo que por parte de Civitatis no se vende adecuadamente el producto: decir igualmente que independientemente de todo, ha sido una experiencia inolvi...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
July 21, 2024
Laura
Spain
Incredible experience! The sunrise from the top of Mount Sinai is indescribable. The guides were wonderful, both Mahmoud and Ayd, our guide during the...
With friends
Is this useful?
November 28, 2022
Rosa
Panama
Very cold it can be 2 or 3 degrees C, if it rains the temperature drops more. It is worth the effort. The local guides are attentive and take care of ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?

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Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up in Sharm El Sheikh, heading into the very centre of the Sinai peninsula.

With the visit to St. Catherine's Monastery over, we'll begin the return journey to Sharm El Sheikh, arriving about 15 hours after departure.

Additional Information

Climbing Mount Sinai means climbing 750 stairs. We recommend that you bring water, as well as wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
On Sundays, the Saint Catherine Monastery is closed and therefore an interior visit will not be possible

Mount Sinai Sunrise & Saint Catherine's Monastery Tour