Mount Moses & Monastery Sunrise Hike

Mount Sinai (Mount of Moses) is the most famous mountain on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. According to the Bible, on this mountain God appeared to Moses and gave the Ten Commandments.

At the top of the mountain there are the remains of the Chapel of the Holy Trinity, founded in 363 and completed in 530 under Emperor Justinian. In 1934, the ancient clock stones were used to build a small mosque. It is located above the cave where he spent 40 days.

When the darkness of the night turns blue, then blue, and the first ray of sunlight finally touches the sharp teeth, you will be amazed to see what abysses and gorges are around here. In the north there is the temple of the Prophet Elijah with a well and the chapel of the Virgin Mary for Orthodox pilgrims. The foot is “guarded” by the Church of St. Catherine.

You will enjoy the rich history of this place, hear fascinating stories about the life of Moses and learn many interesting facts about the Bible. An excursion to Mount Moses from Sharm el-Sheikh is not just a trip, it is a real immersion in history that will leave an unforgettable experience for a lifetime.

Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this holy place and have a unique experience with us! Book an excursion to Mount Moses from Sharm right now and begin your exciting journey to Biblical times!

What is included in the excursion program:

  • Transfer from the hotel at approximately 21:00 (the exact time will be announced after booking, the journey is about 1.5 hours to the first stop in Dahab, depending on the location of the hotel);
  • Night stop at the store for about 15 minutes (toilet, coffee, snack, information from the guide);
  • Accompanied by the police, you drive in a convoy to the foot of the mountain (travel time approximately 1.5 hours);
  • Stop at the gallery icon for about 20-30 minutes (toilet, snack, gallery presentation);
  • Night climb with a Bedouin guide to the top along an equipped trail – 3 hours on the road, 7 km distance (Important! 2285 m above sea level – the climb requires endurance, at the end of the climb there are 750 stone steps. Flashlights are provided. It is possible to climb the steps on a camel – additional payment);
  • Watching the sunrise at the top of the mountain for about one hour (you can rent a woolen blanket at the top);
  • Descent back to the monastery of St. Catherine (about 2 hours);
  • Tour of the monastery (there are restrictions on entering the premises, they are only allowed into the territory);
  • Departure back to Sharm El Sheikh;
  • Transfer to the hotel at approximately 09:30, on site at approximately 13:30, including a stop on the way back.

The price of the excursion includes:

  • Transport services;
  • Services of Language-speaking guides.

What is not included in the price of the excursion:

  • Climbing on a camel up to the steps (about $20-25, possible to bargain);
  • Rent a wool blanket at the top (about $3-5);
  • Visiting toilets along the way (approximately £5-10);
  • Drinks, snacks at stops.

Additional Information:

  • Important! On the excursion you must take with you the original AND a copy of your passport (a frequent requirement of the police when leaving Sharm El-Sheikh);
  • The transfer is carried out in comfortable mini-buses with air conditioning, in a convoy and accompanied by police;
  • We do not recommend taking small children with you; the climb requires stamina even for some adults;
  • It is important to wear warm clothing when getting up at night, especially in winter;
  • There is a magnificent sunrise at the top with views of neighboring states ���

Take with you:

Original passport and its copy (requirements of the tourist police), travel insurance, water, packed rations (order in advance at the reception of your hotel), warm clothes (the bus is air conditioned, it’s cold at the top), comfortable closed-toe shoes, hat, money for excursions and minor expenses.

 

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