Sharm El Sheikh Trip Overview
Visit the Sinai Desert and hike to the top of Mount Moses. Marvel at the incredible sunrise from the summit and learn about the story of Moses Tree. Browse through manuscripts at St Catherine’s Monastery and find out about St. Catherine herself.
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Duration: 13 hours
Starts: Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Sharm El Sheikh, Red Sea and Sinai, Egypt
Visit the Sinai Desert and hike to the top of Mount Moses. Marvel at the incredible sunrise from the summit and learn about the story of Moses Tree. Browse through manuscripts at St Catherine’s Monastery and find out about St. Catherine herself.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Hurghada, Hurghada, Red Sea and Sinai
Begin the tour in the early morning with a pickup from your hotel in Hurghada. Receive assistance from the delegate who will take you to catch the bus to Sharm el Sheik. When you arrive in Sharm el Sheik, head to your chalet to check-in, take some rest, and prepare for the evening tour.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Sharm El Sheikh, Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Red Sea and Sinai
In the evening, head towards Saint Catherine’s Monastery located in South Sinai below Mount Catherine, the highest mountain in Egypt. It is said to be the oldest monastery in the world, a major attraction visited by tourist groups from all over the world. Start by visiting the Moses Mountain. Upon arrival, climb up Mount Sinai – the sacred place where the Prophet Moses received the 10 commandments. Reach 2,285 m by climbing up 750 steps, strolling all night.
Arrive at the summit and marvel at the rising sun slowly scattering across the mountains in all its splendor. then begin the descent back down. Remember, it will take around 2 hours to reach the bottom. Next, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. Catherine’s Monastery. Browse through the old manuscripts displayed in the library and icons excavated from the Vatican. . Finally, the guide will take you to catch the ferry which returns to Hurghada.
Duration: 10 hours
