Overview
Saint Catherine's Monastery has been continuously inhabited since the sixth century, which makes it one of the oldest working monasteries on earth. It sits in a granite valley at the foot of the mountain identified in Jewish, Christian and Islamic tradition as the place where Moses received the commandments. The monastery holds a library of ancient manuscripts second only to the Vatican's, and a chapel built around the site traditionally identified as the Burning Bush. Be clear about the commitment before booking: this is a very early start and a long day on the road from Hurghada. Opening hours are short and the monastery closes to visitors on Fridays, Sundays and Orthodox holidays, so departure dates are limited. Bring your passport for the checkpoints. Trip information Duration: Full Day Schedule: Daily Tour location: Hurghada and the Red Sea Pickup location: Your hotel in Hurghada, Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh or El Gouna Tour type: Private
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Saint Catherine's Monastery, continuously inhabited since the sixth century
- The chapel built around the site traditionally identified as the Burning Bush
- A manuscript library second in size only to the Vatican's
- The granite valley at the foot of Mount Sinai
- Lunch at a local restaurant on the route
- Private licensed Egyptologist guide throughout
Detailed Itinerary
Stop 1: Very early pickup and crossing to Sinai
Collection from your hotel in the small hours for the crossing to the Sinai peninsula. Bring your passport, as the route passes through checkpoints.
Stop 2: Arrival at Saint Catherine
Reach the foot of Mount Sinai in the Saint Catherine protectorate, one of the oldest continuously inhabited monastic sites in the world.
Stop 3: Saint Catherine's Monastery
Visit the sixth-century Greek Orthodox monastery, its walls, the site traditionally identified as the Burning Bush and the surrounding granite landscape. Opening hours are limited and the monastery closes on Fridays, Sundays and Orthodox holidays.
Stop 4: Lunch break
Lunch at a local restaurant before starting the return leg.
Stop 5: Return to Hurghada
The journey back is long, so expect to arrive at your hotel late in the evening. This trip suits travellers comfortable with a full day of road travel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Private guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private pickup and drop-off from your hotel, Nile cruise or agreed meeting point
- Licensed local guide or activity instructor according to the tour type
- Private air-conditioned transport for land sections
- Bottled water during guided touring
- Flexible photo stops and practical WhatsApp coordination
Excluded
- Entrance fees unless stated
- Meals unless stated
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed
Prices by Group Size
Every amount is the USD price for one traveler, not the total booking price. Choose the row that matches your group size.
| Travelers | Price per traveler |
|---|---|
| 1 Traveler | $165 per travelerTotal for 1 traveler: $165 |
| 2 Travelers | $130 per travelerTotal for 2 travelers: $260 |
| 3 Travelers | $110 per travelerTotal for 3 travelers: $330 |
| 4 Travelers | $110 per travelerTotal for 4 travelers: $440 |
| 5 Travelers | $110 per travelerTotal for 5 travelers: $550 |
| 6 or More Travelers | $110 per travelerFrom $660 total for 6 travelers |
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Pricing Information
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Children Policy
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