Sharm El Sheikh Trip Overview
Saint Catherine’s takes around 3 hours. The main point of interest is the “Burning Bush” which is the holiest part of the monastery, and it is a site that is embellished in centuries of history. Included in the visit is a look inside the church of St Catherine’s.In the library of the monastery (second largest after Vatican) there are many manuscripts and scrolls. You will also see the bell tower housing 9 bells and the well of Moses that is connected to an underground spring. You will see the “Monks cells” on the inside of the defensive wall of the monastery, the Fatimid mosque and then outside the walls you will see the well-tended gardens and the cemetery.
Then we will move to Dahab to enjoy the delicious Lunch which is taken in a restaurant in Dahab which is a small town that is so different to Sharm. As well as a little bit of Hiking reaching the top of Mousses Mountain where you can gaze at the fascinating view and drink in this Holy Mountain.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Hiking & Camping
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Saint Catherine’s takes around 3 hours. The main point of interest is the “Burning Bush” which is the holiest part of the monastery, and it is a site that is embellished in centuries of history. Included in the visit is a look inside the church of St Catherine’s.In the library of the monastery (second largest after Vatican) there are many manuscripts and scrolls. You will also see the bell tower housing 9 bells and the well of Moses that is connected to an underground spring. You will see the “Monks cells” on the inside of the defensive wall of the monastery, the Fatimid mosque and then outside the walls you will see the well-tended gardens and the cemetery.
Then we will move to Dahab to enjoy the delicious Lunch which is taken in a restaurant in Dahab which is a small town that is so different to Sharm. As well as a little bit of Hiking reaching the top of Mousses Mountain where you can gaze at the fascinating view and drink in this Holy Mountain.
Itinerary
A must see for all historians, one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world. A world heritage center through it’s importance to three major religions. So much to see and to do here and as the monastery closes daily at 12 noon for prayers an early start is necessary. A little reading in advance of this trip is well recommended to ensure that you get the best out of your limited amount of time here. As well as a little bit of Hiking reaching the top of Mousses Mountain
Stop At:
• Sharm El Sheikh, Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea and Sinai
• Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine 46512 Egypt
• St. Catherine’s Monastery, At the Foot of Mount Horeb, Saint Catherine Egypt
