Moses Mountain and St. Catherine tour from Sharm El Sheikh

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Moses Mountain and St. Catherine Monastery are two attractions, and their surroundings majestic mountains sum up the magic and diversity of the Sinai Region. It is certainly true that the sheer magnificence of this place and its isolation from everyday life have inspired people of all religions.You will leave Sharm El Sheikh and Dahab in the evening and drive for about 3 hours to the foot of Mount Musa, where it is traditionally believed Moses received the 10 commandments. With the help of your Bedouin guide, you will climb and reach the summit in time to see a glorious sunrise. It takes about two & half hours to make the climb and there are some stalls along the way where you can buy food, water and hot drinks.After the climb and a rest to watch that beautiful day starting, it is time to descend and have your breakfast at a local restaurant near St. Catherine Monastery. Afterwards, take the chance to visit the Monastery. This stunning holy place was constructed by order of the Roman Emperor Justinian between 527 and 265 CE. it is said that Moses talked to God in the miracle of the Burning Bush located inside the Monastery. The Monastery itself is a spectacular natural setting for priceless multicultural works of art, Arab mosaics, Greek and Russian icons and oil paintings. After the visit, your bus will take you back to your accommodation in Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh.
Highlights
- Admire the sheer magnificence of Moses Mountain, which has inspired people of all times
- See the sun rising from the height of Mount Musa
- Visit St
- Catherine Monastery
- Breakfast at a local restaurant in St
- Catherine City
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Activity package
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
16 hours
Available in English, Italian, French, Arabic, German, Russian, Polish
What's included
- Additional Bedouin guide escorts you up to the Mountain
- National Park fees
- Breakfast at a local restaurant in St
- Catherine City
- Guided tour
- Transportation in air-conditioned coach
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Insurance
Not included
- Drinks
Where you'll meet
You will be picked up from your accomodation. Please confirm your pick-up details with the local operator after booking. You will find the contct details in the voucher after booking.
Operated by
Travco Group for Tourism
Important information
Accessibility:
* Not suitable for: people who are not in a reasonable state of fitness, the climbs are long and tiring. Pregnant women and people with back and/or knee pains
Know in advance:
* Children under 5 years old are free of charge if carried by their parents. This tour will not be available on religious festivities as stated in the calendar. Please arrange a take-away breakfast box with your hotel reception one day before the tour date
* The insurance included with this tour covers accidents that may occur to guests while participating in the activity
Remember to bring:
* A good quality torch, thick clothes and a casual outfit. Please take your sun hat, sunglasses, sun cream and water