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Overnight Trip To St. Catherine Monastery and Mount Sinai from Cairo

Drive from Cairo to St. Catherine, arriving in the afternoon. Wake up early to hike the mountain in darkness to see sunrise from the mountain top. Descend to visit one of Christianity’s oldest monasteries, built around the site of the Burning Bush. Return to Cairo after breakfast.
Duration2 Days
AvailabilityEvery day except Saturdays & Thursday and during Holidays.
Tour typePrivate
LocationCairo
LanguageAll languages available.
Includes
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • All transfers in private air-conditioned.
  • Tickets to all sites mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Water bottle during visits.
  • All taxes and service charges.
  • Guide.
  • Lunch.
Exclude
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tips (recommended).

Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up by a modern air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Cairo then drive to St, Catherine for about 6 hours. Check to your hotel to relax and overnight in your hotel. Meals: Lunch, Dinner.​

In the early morning around 02:00 am you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Moses Mountain and you will be accompanied by Bedouin Guide as an expert to Guide you to climb the sacred mountain.
After you climb the mountain and go down at about 07 O’clock you will be guided to visit St, Catherine Monastery, which is considered one of the most famous monasteries in the world. The monastery was dedicated to one of Alexander’s rulers, St Catherine, who was tortured to death for the sake of her new faith.

After that, you will have your breakfast at the hotel & drive back to Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast.

Yes, Egypt is generally safe for tourists, especially in popular areas like Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts. However, it's always advisable to check government travel advisories, stay in busy areas, and follow local safety guidelines.
Tourists must dress modestly, respect visa regulations, and refrain from using drones. Photographing military sites, government buildings, or local people without permission is prohibited. Furthermore, touching or climbing on historical monuments is strictly forbidden.
Tipping (or "baksheesh") is not usually included in the tour price. It is customary to tip guides, drivers, hotel staff, and restaurant waiters as a token of appreciation. It is recommended to carry small bills for this purpose.
Yes, many tour operators offer customizable itineraries. You can request modifications, such as additional sights, extra days, or special activities. It's best to discuss any changes with the organizer in advance.
Excursion schedules depend on the type of activity. While some, such as visits to museums and historical sites, have fixed schedules, others, like Nile cruises or desert excursions, can be more flexible. It's best to check with the tour operator for specific times.

STARTING FROM :

500 USD

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