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Duration

11 hrs

Available Guides

English, German, Russian, Italian, Chinese, Spanish, French

Pickup

Available

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24h before

About this experience

Discover the spiritual and historical significance of St. Catherine's Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site set beneath Mount Sinai. This full-day excursion takes you on a religious pilgrimage to explore one of Egypt's oldest and most sacred sites, dating back to the 4th century. Visit the legendary Burning Bush, ancient chapels, and the monastery's library museum. Hike through the spectacular Colored Canyon with its breathtaking rock formations and natural colors. Includes hotel transfers, entrance fees, English-speaking guide, lunch in Dahab, and complimentary drinking water during transfers.

Highlights

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 4th century
  • The sacred Burning Bush mentioned in the Bible
  • Explore ancient chapels and defensive monastery walls
  • Library museum and historical artifacts
  • Spectacular Colored Canyon with vibrant natural formations
  • Scenic desert landscape and geological wonders
  • Lunch in the coastal town of Dahab with shopping time

Your Trip Timeline

5 stops

Pickup Locations

Sharm El-Sheikh city

Hotel Pickup and Drive to St. Catherine's Monastery

Transfer

Early morning pickup from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel. Comfortable air-conditioned bus journey of approximately 2.5 hours through the desert to St. Catherine's Monastery

Visit St. Catherine's Monastery

Stop

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 4th century. Visit the sacred Burning Bush, ancient chapels, library museum, and defensive walls. Learn about the history and spiritual significance of this working monastery

Colored Canyon Hike

Activity

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Colored Canyon with its extraordinary rock formations and vibrant natural colors. Approximately 2 hours of hiking through the spectacular desert landscape

Lunch in Dahab and Shopping

Break

Enjoy a delicious meal in Dahab with time for shopping and relaxation. Lunch is included, drinks are available for additional purchase

Return Drive to Sharm El Sheikh

Transfer

Comfortable air-conditioned bus journey back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh with complimentary drinking water

Drop-off Locations

Sharm El-Sheikh city

This trip includes

  • All transfers by air-conditioned bus from hotel
  • Entrance fees to St. Catherine's Monastery
  • English-speaking guide throughout the day
  • Lunch in Dahab
  • Complimentary drinking water during transfers

Not included

  • Drinks in the restaurant (available for purchase)
  • Any extras or personal items not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities

Meeting & pickup

Meeting Point

Your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh

Ending Point

Same as meeting point

Hotel pickup available

Pickup from selected hotels. Additional fees may apply.

Sharm El-Sheikh city

Not suitable for

People with severe mobility issues or knee problems
Those with heart conditions or respiratory issues
Individuals sensitive to heat or high altitude
People with fear of heights or uneven terrain
Pregnant women

Important informations

Bring

  • Passport
  • Comfortable walking shoes for hiking
  • Sunglasses and hat for sun protection
  • Sunscreen (SPF 30+)

Don't bring

  • Revealing or disrespectful clothing for religious site
  • Glass bottles or containers
  • Sharp or pointed objects
  • Heavy luggage

Know before you go

  • Very early start around 6:00 AM from your hotel
  • Full day excursion, approximately 11 hours total
  • 2.5 hours each way by air-conditioned bus
  • Approximately 2 hours of hiking in the Colored Canyon
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Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

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