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Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery

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  • 2 days and 1 night
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Mount Sinai Tour from Cairo by Car with St. Catherine’s Monastery

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Private 2-Day Sinai Spiritual Journey

Mount Sinai & St. Catherine’s Monastery Tour from Cairo

Travel privately across the Sinai Peninsula for a guided night climb of Mount Sinai, a sunrise from the summit and a visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery.

Tour Experience Overview

Embark on a meaningful two-day journey from Cairo that combines spiritual heritage, mountain adventure and the dramatic landscapes of Sinai. Stay overnight in a 4-star hotel, begin the guided climb of Mount Sinai during the night and reach the summit in time for sunrise. After descending, visit St. Catherine’s Monastery to see the Transfiguration Church, the Burning Bush and Moses’s Well before returning privately to Cairo.

Quick Tour Facts

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Duration2 Days / 1 Night
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Departure7:00 AM from Cairo Hotel
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ReturnAround 5:00 PM Next Day
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Tour TypePrivate Adventure & Cultural Tour
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Accommodation1 Night in a 4-Star Hotel
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Main ExperienceGuided Night Mountain Climb
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Summit HighlightMount Sinai Sunrise
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TransportationPrivate Air-Conditioned Vehicle

Tour Highlights

  • Travel privately from Cairo through the landscapes of the Sinai Peninsula.
  • Climb Mount Sinai at night with guided support.
  • Watch sunrise from the summit of the sacred mountain.
  • Visit the site traditionally associated with Moses receiving the Ten Commandments.
  • Explore St. Catherine’s Monastery after the descent.
  • See the Transfiguration Church, the Burning Bush and Moses’s Well.
  • Stay one night in a 4-star hotel with breakfast and dinner.
  • Enjoy a well-organized spiritual and cultural journey.

What to Expect

  • A long private road journey between Cairo and St. Catherine.
  • An overnight hotel stay before the mountain experience.
  • A physically demanding night hike on a rocky mountain path.
  • Cold and windy conditions near the summit before sunrise.
  • Time to rest and enjoy panoramic views from Mount Sinai.
  • A guided visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant during the tour.
  • Private return transportation to your Cairo hotel.

Additional Information

Fitness LevelA good level of fitness is recommended for the night climb and descent.
Warm ClothingBring warm layers, especially for the summit before sunrise.
FootwearWear sturdy, closed walking or hiking shoes with good grip.
LightingCarry a personal headlamp or flashlight for the night trail.
Sun ProtectionBring sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat for daylight hours.
Personal EssentialsCarry medication, personal toiletries, snacks and a small amount of cash.
Dress CodeWear respectful clothing suitable for visiting the monastery.
Operating ConditionsClimbing access, monastery opening and route timing may change because of weather, safety requirements or local regulations.

Tour Guide will be waiting in the hotel lobby with sign with your good name on it , and he will contact your good self with whatsapp if it is available .

Dress Code: Smart Casual closes is recommended.

Comfortable shoes for walking, sunglasses and sunhat are important in summer time.

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2 Days / 1 Night Sinai Itinerary

Mount Sinai & St. Catherine’s Monastery Itinerary

A private journey from Cairo with an overnight hotel stay, a guided night climb to Mount Sinai’s summit, sunrise views and a visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery.

DAY 1
Mount Sinai landscape during a private tour from Cairo
Cairo to St. Catherine

Private Sinai Drive & Hotel Overnight

At 7:00 AM, meet your private guide in the lobby of your confirmed Cairo accommodation. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle across the Sinai Peninsula toward St. Catherine. On arrival, check in to the confirmed 4-star hotel, enjoy the included dinner and rest before the night climb.

  • 7:00 AM pickup from your Cairo accommodation
  • Private scenic drive across the Sinai Peninsula
  • Arrival and check-in at a 4-star hotel
  • Included hotel dinner
  • Time to rest and prepare for the climb
  • Overnight stay in St. Catherine
DAY 2
St. Catherine's Monastery during a Mount Sinai tour from Cairo
Mount Sinai Sunrise & Monastery

Night Climb, Sunrise and Sacred Landmarks

Begin the guided climb of Mount Sinai during the night, with rest stops along the mountain trail. Reach the summit in time to watch sunrise over the surrounding peaks, then descend and continue to St. Catherine’s Monastery. Visit the Transfiguration Church, the Burning Bush and Moses’s Well. Enjoy the included breakfast and lunch according to the day’s confirmed schedule, then travel privately back to Cairo, with arrival expected at approximately 5:00 PM.

  • Guided night hike to the summit of Mount Sinai
  • Sunrise and panoramic mountain views
  • Descent to St. Catherine’s Monastery
  • Transfiguration Church, Burning Bush and Moses’s Well
  • Included breakfast and local-restaurant lunch
  • Private return to Cairo at approximately 5:00 PM
Important Itinerary Note The exact climbing start time, hotel arrangements, meal sequence and monastery access follow the confirmed booking voucher. The route or timing may change because of weather, safety requirements, traffic, monastery opening hours or local regulations.
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Private Mount Sinai & St. Catherine Services

Included & Excluded

Review the services included in the standard two-day Mount Sinai and St. Catherine’s Monastery tour, together with the expenses paid separately.

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What Is Included

Services included in the standard tour
  • One night in a 4-star hotel on a bed, breakfast and dinner basis.
  • Meet and assist services throughout the trip.
  • Private air-conditioned transportation from Cairo and back.
  • Private qualified Egyptologist tour guide.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the standard itinerary.
  • Unlimited bottled water during the transfers.
  • All service charges and local taxes.
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What Is Excluded

Services and expenses not included
  • Any extra attraction or activity not listed in the standard itinerary.
  • Food and beverages beyond the included hotel breakfast, hotel dinner and local-restaurant lunch.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tipping.
Booking Confirmation: The confirmed voucher is the final reference for the hotel, meals, pickup arrangements and included visits. Optional services, purchases or attractions outside the confirmed program are paid separately.

Current Season Price Details

Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
# Price
Solo Adult $ 410 /per adult
Group of (2-3) Adults $ 280 /per adult
Group of (4-6) Adults $ 260 /per adult
Group of (7-10) Adults $ 244 /per adult
Group of (11-more) Adults $ 232 /per adult
Child [age:6-11] $ 116 /per child
Infant [age:0-5] $ 0 /per infant
Student $ 232 /per student
Deposit

100 % of the total booking amount

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Prepare for Your Sinai Journey

Visitor Information

Practical guidance for the private 2-day Mount Sinai sunrise and St. Catherine’s Monastery tour from Cairo.

Pickup, Timing & Return

Pickup PointMeet your guide in the lobby of your confirmed Cairo accommodation.
DepartureThe standard departure is scheduled for approximately 7:00 AM.
ReturnArrival back in Cairo is expected at approximately 5:00 PM on the second day.
Final ReferenceFollow the exact timings shown on your confirmed booking voucher.

Fitness & Hiking Conditions

Physical LevelThe Mount Sinai climb is physically demanding and requires a good level of fitness.
Trail SurfaceExpect rocky, uneven mountain paths, steps and sections with limited lighting.
Night ClimbThe ascent takes place during the night, with rest stops according to the group’s pace.
Personal AssessmentGuests with mobility, heart, breathing or joint concerns should seek medical advice before booking.

Weather & Clothing

TemperatureThe summit can be very cold and windy before sunrise, even when daytime weather is mild.
Warm LayersBring a warm jacket, layered clothing, gloves and a hat during cooler months.
Daytime ClothingWear lightweight, breathable clothes for daylight hours.
Monastery DressChoose respectful clothing that covers shoulders and knees when visiting the monastery.

What to Bring

FootwearWear sturdy, closed hiking or walking shoes with good grip.
LightingCarry a personal headlamp or flashlight with spare batteries.
Sun ProtectionBring sunglasses, sunscreen and a sun hat.
EssentialsCarry medication, toiletries, snacks, a phone or camera and a small amount of cash.

Hotel & Meals

AccommodationOne night in a confirmed 4-star hotel is included.
Hotel MealsDinner and breakfast are included according to the confirmed arrangement.
LunchLunch at a local restaurant is included during the tour.
Additional PurchasesExtra food, drinks and personal hotel purchases are paid separately.

Monastery Visit

Main SitesThe visit may include the Transfiguration Church, the Burning Bush and Moses’s Well.
Opening HoursAccess depends on the monastery’s official opening schedule and local regulations.
Respectful ConductKeep voices low and follow instructions regarding worship areas and photography.
ClosuresSome areas may be unavailable during religious services, maintenance or official closures.

Health, Comfort & Safety

HydrationDrink water regularly before, during and after the climb.
RestUse the hotel stay to rest before the night ascent.
Cold ExposureProtect yourself from wind and low temperatures near the summit.
Guide InstructionsFollow the guide’s pace, route and safety directions throughout the hike.

Important Operating Notes

Climbing AccessThe hike may be delayed, adjusted or cancelled when weather or safety conditions require it.
Road JourneyTravel time between Cairo and St. Catherine can vary because of traffic and checkpoints.
PhotographyPhotography rules may differ between the mountain, monastery and worship areas.
Booking VoucherThe confirmed voucher is the final reference for the hotel, meals, timings and included services.
Good to Know

This tour combines a long road journey, limited overnight rest and a demanding night climb. Prepare physically, bring proper footwear and warm layers, and follow the guide’s instructions at all times.