Overnight Trip to St. Catherine Monastery

St. Catherine, Sharm el Sheikh
  • 2 Days
  • Max People : 14
  • Jan 18’ - Dec 21’
  • Min Age: 16+
  • Pickup: your hotel in cairo
Description

Drive from Cairo to St. Catherine, arriving in the afternoon. Wake up early to hike the mountain in darkness to see the sunrise from the mountaintop. Visit St. Catherine Monastery then, Return to Cairo after breakfast.

Price Includes
Pick up service from your hotel in Cairo & back
Transfer to Catherine & back by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation in Catherine for 01 night at 04* Hotel on half board basis
Entrance fees to the mentioned historical places
English-Speaking guide during your trip
Bottled water during your trip
Bedouin guide during climbing the mountain
All taxes and service charges
Price Excludes
Any extras not mentioned in the program
Drinks during meals
Tipping

Region

Sinai Peninsula

Adventure Styles

In-depth Cultural
Explorer
Hiking & Trekking

Accommodation

Hotel
Itinerary

Memnon Travel 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: Dinner

In the early morning at 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, After that, you will have your breakfast at the hotel & drive back to Cairo. Meals: Breakfast.

FAQs

The weather in Egypt is typically hot and dry, with very little rainfall. Summers are especially hot, with temperatures often reaching over 40 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels are also high during this time of year. Winters are much cooler, with temperatures averaging around 20 degrees Celsius.

Yes, it is safe to travel to Egypt for tourists. Tourism is the lifeblood of Egypt and protecting it after a long period of civil and political unrest a decade ago remains a top priority

The best time to visit Egypt is from October to April when temperatures are mild and pleasant.

The major sites to visit in Egypt include the Pyramids & Sphinx, Cairo’s Mosques & Churches, the Old Bazaar of Cairo, the Egyptian Museum, Luxor treasures, Aswan Philae temple, and the Valley of the Kings.

The cost of an Egypt tour varies depending on the length of your stay and the type of tour package you choose.

An Egypt tour package typically includes accommodation, transportation within Egypt, guided tours of major sites and attractions, meals, and entrance fees.

The currency used in Egypt is the Egyptian pound (EGP).

It’s best to pack light and comfortable clothing for your trip to Egypt. The weather can be hot and dry, so it’s recommended to pack breathable fabrics like cotton and linen. You should also pack sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect yourself from the sun. If you’re planning on visiting religious sites, it’s important to dress modestly and cover your shoulders and knees.

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