Product Overview
Discover the ancient wonders of St. Catherine's Monastery with our exclusive private day tour. Leave the hassle of group tours behind and kick off your journey with a personalized pickup from Sharm El Sheikh or Dahab. Upon arrival, immerse yourself in the rich history of the Transfiguration Church, believed to be built on the site of the original burning bush, and visit the revered Well of Moses. Your experience wouldn't be complete without savouring a delightful seafront lunch and indulging in a shopping excursion in Dahab. Embrace the convenience of round-trip transfers, savour the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Saint Catherine's Monastery, and embrace the sacred significance of this destination in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Plus, relish that lunch is included so you can focus on enjoying the journey.
What's Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private tour
- Lunch
- Entry ticket
- English-Speaking guide
- All taxes and services
What to Expect
Pick-up Service from your hotel
- Your day will begin with a 7:00 AM pickup from your hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned van, followed by a scenic two-and-a-half-hour drive to St. Catherine City. Upon arrival, you will have the opportunity to explore the monastery, where you can witness the revered Burning Bush, Moses's well (where legend has it he met his wife), and the Transfiguration Church. Embrace the chance to climb one of the surrounding mountains for breathtaking panoramic views of the monastery.
Tour to the Monastery of Saint Catherine
- Discover the ancient St. Catherine's Monastery at the foot of Mount Sinai in the historic St. Catherine's City on the Sinai Peninsula. This Orthodox monastery, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, holds great significance as one of the oldest working Christian monasteries in the world. Built by order of Emperor Justinian I, it encloses the Chapel of the Burning Bush, initially commissioned by St. Helen, the mother of Constantine I.
- Bible has it that this sacred site is where Moses has witnessed the burning bush, with the living bush still residing within the monastery grounds today. Also known as "St. Helen's Chapel," the monastery holds profound religious importance for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Lunch
- After visiting the monastery, you will journey to Dahab City, a stunning place around 100 kilometres from Sharm. Here, you will savour a delicious lunch at a seafront restaurant and have the opportunity to peruse the bustling shopping district, renowned as one of the largest in South Sinai. Whether you seek unique souvenirs or local treasures, Dahab offers diverse shopping experiences.
Departure
- Finally, you'll conclude your day trip with a scenic drive back to your hotel, reflecting on the rich history and vibrant culture you've encountered throughout the day.
St Catherine Monastery Private Tour from Dahab
You will be picked up from your hotel around 6:30 am and transferred by air-conditioned vehicle to discover St Catherine Monastery highlights.
St Catherine Monastery Private Tour from Sharm El-Shekih
You will be picked up from your hotel around 06:30 am and transferred by air-conditioned vehicle to discover St Catherine Monastery highlights.
