2 Day Tour to Mount Sinai and St.Catherine Monastery from Cairo

An unforgettable journey thanks to an outstanding team

Miss Hind was extremely professional, cooperative, and attentive to the smallest details throughout our tour. Her outstanding service made our trip smooth, enjoyable, and unforgettable. We appreciate all the support and assistance she has provided. We highly recommend it to anyone visiting Egypt for the first time, because you will be in safe hands from beginning to end. We also extend our thanks to Mr. Sabri, who always recommended the best tourist packages and provided the best means of transportation, making our trip comfortable and hassle-free.

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2 Days at St.Chaterine Monastry from Cairo

Very well-organized tour. Beautiful landscapes. The driver, Mohamed Ismail, was very kind and helpful, always willing to stop so we could take photos along the long and beautiful road, and attentive to our needs. They provided a minibus just for the two of us, offering plenty of space and great comfort for such a long journey. In addition, they booked us the hotel closest to the Monastery of Saint Catherine, in a place of incredible simplicity and beauty—a true oasis of peace. Well done.

Response from the operator: Dear Meander552544, Thank you so much for choosing Egypt Tour Packages for your journey to Saint Catherine and Mount Sinai. We are delighted to hear that you had such a peaceful and well-organized experience! It is wonderful to know that our driver, Mohamed Ismail, took such good care of you. We believe that the journey through the Sinai landscape is just as important as the destination, and we’re glad Mohamed made those extra stops so you could capture the beauty of the road. We are also pleased that you enjoyed the comfort of the private minibus and the serene atmosphere of the hotel we selected near the Monastery. Providing that 'oasis of peace' is exactly what we aim for on this spiritual trek. Thank you for your 'Well done'—it means the world to our team. We hope to see you again for another adventure in Egypt! Warm regards, The Egypt Tour Packages Team"

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Cairo to St.Catherine Sinai

The service was excellent. Our driver, Mohamed Ismail, was outstanding and took many photos of us along the journey to Sinai from Cairo. He suggested the best spots to stop and take pictures in truly beautiful landscapes. Everything was very well organized, from the Bedouin guide for the mountain climb to the timing of the monastery visit. In addition, the agency booked us a hotel right next to the monastery — a place of peace, beauty, and spirituality. Overall, it was a wonderful experience.

Response from the operator: "Dear G9746MMalessandrob, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We are thrilled that your journey to Mount Sinai and St. Catherine was such a beautiful and spiritual experience. It is fantastic to hear that Mohamed Ismail went above and beyond by capturing those special moments and suggesting the best photo spots along the way—we agree, those landscapes are truly stunning! We are also glad that the organization of your Bedouin guide and the peaceful hotel near the monastery met your expectations. We will be sure to share your kind words with Mohamed and the rest of the team. We hope these memories stay with you for a long time! Best regards, The Egypt Tour Packages Team"

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Fijian on a wilderness journey

The tour will be remembered for my lifetime. The Egypt tour were very prompt to my less than 12 hour request, giving me options to choose from. He offered me a discount for a solo tour at US$350 for the return car ride, lunch, dinner, overnight acccommodation, mount sinai journey with guide & breakfast. . Thanks! Mr Ahmed Khalil was so kind to even call my hotel to confirm my trip. I was picked up as promised by my amazing guide Ahmed Eltayar Tito early Monday morning and began the 5hours + journey through the Egyptian desert and the famous suez canal. It was a smooth ride and he even stopped to have photos taken as part of my memory treasure box. He made the transition through the check points smoothly and we passed through without any problems. We reached St Catherine and had a wonderful middle eastern meal which was promptly and happily served with fresh colourful vegetables with chicken and local bread. The destination at the base of mt. Sinai was simply an amazing scenery. my room was ready to store my luggage and I quickly walked around the area meeting Mohammed a Bedouin guide who filled me in about his people and the holy site. I was impressed with the natural method of olive oil method of production and bought a bottle for my theuraptic massage as well as body cleansing. Showered and had an afternoon nap before dinner at 730pm. It was another tasty and colourful meal then I had my last sleep before the 1am hike up the mountain. My Bedouin guide Ahmed Al Tayyar was already waiting for me at 1am and we set out. He was very kind, patient and considerate when we took the unforgettable walk up the terrain. I opted for a camel ride (you pay 850 Egyptian pounds for a one way ride) which was the best decision I made. I rode the camel for about two hours. A great time to look into dark skies and meditate and pray, whilst my guide Ahmed and the camel owner chatted and guided me up the mountain. They were always checking on me if I was ok as I was very quiet - because I was just soaking in the experience. By the time we reached the end of the camel path, it was around 3am and it was getting very cold, so we rested at the coffee shop and we had a much needed hot chocolate drink. Tip - you have to pay for this about 100 Egyptian pounds a cup. Ahmed also suggested I take a 30mins nap. I gladly took the advise as by this time the weather was freezing. The owner of the coffee shop was equally kind. I had to hire a blanket at 200 Egyptian pounds to use while I napped and was also able to take it up to the summit as he said it would be very cold. Great advise again. There were other people on the journey so it was encouraging and also inspiring to see them push along. Then our 750 steps journey began. It was the most difficult moment of my life for the next two hours, climbing those steps. I stopped regularly as I struggled with breathing. Ahmed my Bedouin expert was so professional helping me up. He suggested we return if it was getting difficult for me. I said you gotta help me up as Im not returning without reaching the summit. I made it because of Ahmed’s help. Thank you so much Ahmed! It was an amazing unforgettable moment to reach the summit! The walk down was much easier and we reached the bottom at about 9am and I was ready for breakfast. I also got to tour the monastery, had brunch, took more photos for memories and was on our way. Of course I had to offer Ahmed my Bedouin guide a tip cause he was outstanding, highly recommend him. Our drive back was smooth, Ahmed Eltayah my guide from Cairo, was the happy person he is. We communicated using the translator app. He also helped me find accommodation in Cairo and also organised the RiverNile cruise and dinner. Great food, great entertainment and night cruise views. Dropped off at Cleopatra hotel to a classy hotel. Did a late check out and thanks to Ahmed, I hired him again to take me to the airport for my midnight flight to Dubai. The Cairo traffic is crazy and it was actually fun to watch him maneouver the car on the streets and highway!! He messaged to say he was late due to traffic but we got to airport way before time. Tip- when in Cairo leave 4-5 hours before check in time to be safe. I had the best time on this Mt Sinai and St. Catherine trip. Unforgettable. Memorable. One of the best trips of my life. Thank you to both Ahmed’s for being my guides. Highly recommended package!

Response from the operator: "Dear sainimilis2026, Bula! Thank you for sharing such a moving and detailed account of your journey from Fiji to the summit of Mount Sinai. We are truly honored that you chose us for such a 'lifetime memory.' It is wonderful to hear that Ahmed Khalil was able to coordinate your solo tour so quickly and that Ahmed Eltayar Tito made the long drive and checkpoint transitions so smooth and enjoyable. We are especially touched by your description of the hike; our Bedouin guide, Ahmed Al Tayyar, is indeed a professional, and we are so proud of how he supported you during those challenging 750 steps to the summit! We are glad you enjoyed the local Middle Eastern meals, the tranquility of the camel ride under the stars, and the evening on the Nile. Thank you for the helpful tips regarding the blankets and airport timing—they will be very useful for fellow travelers. We hope the peace of the mountain stays with you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Egypt someday! Warm regards, The Egypt Tour Packages Team"

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Safest Solo Travel

Had the best and safest experience with this trip to St. Catherine. I was worried traveling solo as a woman but my driver and guide made me feel very safe. Mohammed Ismail was the best! Hibibbi! FYI, bring some cash to use for food and some essential needs you may need traveling up Mt. Sinai. The tour guides at Mt. Sinai give you breaks at stops to get coffee, tea, water, etc.

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