8-Hour St Catherine's Monastery Tour with Dahab Lunch Stop

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the sacred St Catherine's Monastery at the foot of Mount Sinai, a key biblical landmark
• 02 Explore historic sites including the Chapel of the Burning Bush and the Basilica of the Transfiguration
• 03 Discover one of the world's oldest functioning monasteries with a rich religious heritage
• 04 Enjoy a scenic stop in Dahab with a local lunch experience by the Red Sea

Explore one of Egypt's most sacred landmarks on this private 8-hour journey to St Catherine's Monastery at the foot of Mount Sinai. Discover the ancient monastery complex, including the Chapel of the Burning Bush, the Basilica of the Transfiguration, and the ancient library, while learning about its deep biblical significance linked to Moses and the Ten Commandments. Continue to the coastal town of Dahab for a local lunch experience before returning to Sharm El Sheikh. This spiritual day tour blends history, faith, and scenic travel.

Explore one of Egypt's most sacred landmarks on this private 8-hour journey to St Catherine's Monastery at the foot of Mount Sinai.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Sharm el Sheikh, Dahab, Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine

Languages English, Italian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

St Catherine's Monastery and Dahab Day Tour

• Depart from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel at 06:00 AM in an air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable transfer toward Mount Sinai.
• Arrive at the base of Mount Sinai at around 09:00 AM and begin a guided visit to St Catherine's Monastery, including the Chapel of the Burning Bush, the Basilica of the Transfiguration, and the ancient library.
• Continue exploring the monastery complex and learn about its deep historical and spiritual significance.
• Travel to the coastal town of Dahab at 12:00 PM, enjoying scenic desert and coastal views along the way.
• Stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Dahab at 01:15 PM.
• Depart Dahab at 02:15 PM for the return journey to Sharm El Sheikh.
• Arrive back at the hotel at approximately 03:15 PM, marking the end of the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transfers to and from the hotel in a private AC Hiace (minivan)
• Guide
• Lunch
• Entry fees

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses

What to bring

• Passport copy
• Water bottle
• Breakfast box
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Camera or smartphone
• Comfortable walking shoes

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Saint Catherine, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt

Tour start

Saint Catherine, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.