Excursions4all.com guide will be waiting for you at the hotel lobby for a pickup in an air-conditioned comfort coach. Drive together for approximately 2 hours to the second oldest monastery in the world. The guide will introduce you to the history and religious significance of the monastery and its surroundings.
Situated at the base of the mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments, St Catherine's Monastery is one of the most famous in the world. Built between 527 and 565 AD, it is believed to be built around Moses' Burning Bush. The Monastery is named after St Catherine who was tortured and beheaded for her Christian beliefs. During your visit you will see chapel Greek Orthodox Church, the icons of worship and the famous Mosaic of Transfiguration. After the visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery you will have the lunch in a restaurant, End your trip with a city tour in the small village of Dahab for some shopping. Here you will find a large selection of souvenirs such as papyrus prints, brass lamps, jewelry, perfumes, leathers and inlaid boxes, all at prices generally cheaper than in Sharm el Sheikh. You will have 45 minutes to an hour to search out some bargains.
Please note:
St Catherine's Monastery is approximately 230 kilometers from Sharm el Sheikh.
Ladies will have to be covered ( From ankle to shoulders )
Pricing Information
INF ( 0m – 24m)
Child ( 2y – 11.99)
Adult ( 12 + )
Free
$33
$66
The price includes:
Transfers from & to your hotel in Sharm
All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking guide during your trip
Lunch during the trip
Entrance fees of the Monastery
All taxes & service charge
Tour does not include:
Drinks & any personal expenses
Additional Information
You should take with you:
Passport (Visa not required)
Cash Money
Camera
Bottle of water
Comfortable walking shoes
Light clothes during summer season
Hat during summer time
Jumper or jacket during winter
Breakfast box (This can be organized with your reception the night before the trip)
More Information:
Trip duration
10 Hours
Trip type
By air-conditioned coach
Starting from
Your Hotel ( Sharm El-Sheikh )
Return to
Your Hotel ( Sharm El-Sheikh )
pick up time
Approximately 06:30
Return Time
Approximately 16:30
Please contact our Rep on arrival to your Hotel, to confirm the exact pick up time from your reception and to inform them of your room number.
Useful Questions
How do I contact the Local Rep in resort?
Your Confirmation Voucher includes full information (Office Number & Emergency Number) about the Local Operator. To ensure your peace of mind, we are working with one of the best handling agents in Egypt (Awarded 5 Times by the tourism ministry in Egypt) and they have the most experienced and reliable team in each destination as all their tours are up to the health & safety standards according to the FTO and all customer are insured during the activity.
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Payment information in the Check-out Form.
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After you book
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Details: Situated at the base of the mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments, St Catherine\'s Monastery is one of the most famous in the world. Built between 527 and 565 AD, it is believed to be built around Moses\' Burning Bush
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