
Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery
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Is Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery worth booking?
Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery is a 15-hour experience in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, from $31 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 30 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (30)
- Duration
- 15 hours
- From
- $31 per person
Climb the sacred Mount Sinai overnight and watch a breathtaking sunrise from the holy peak — a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual experience. Hike to the summit in the quiet of the night and witness the first light over the Si
What you get
- Bedouin guide during climbing up the mountain
- Air-conditioned vehicle , Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Mousses Mountain + St.Catherine Monastery
About this experience
Climb the sacred Mount Sinai overnight and watch a breathtaking sunrise from the holy peak — a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual experience. Hike to the summit in the quiet of the night and witness the first light over the Sinai mountains. Visit St Catherine Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in the world, with comfortable transfers and professional guidance throughout your journey. Camel rides are available for part of the climb (optional, extra cost).
What's included
Included
- Bedouin guide during climbing up the mountain
- Air-conditioned vehicle , Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Mousses Mountain + St.Catherine Monastery
Not included
- Food and Drinks
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Sharm El Sheikh
This tour is a bus trip to the most famous mountain on Sinai where Moses received the Ten Commandments. You will be picked up from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh in the late evening and transferred for 3 hours to Moses Mountain.
180 minutes here
Mount Sinai
At 02.00am you will then start the 3-hour climb of 2,285m up the mountain guided by one of our guides. You can climb by following a long path which leads to 700 steps. This takes you to the top of the mountain on time for the sunrise where you can enjoy a beautiful view. If you feel you can't climb the mountain you can get a camel ride that takes you to the 700 steps. After the sunrise, you will get down and take your vehicle back to sharm El Sheikh.
360 minutes here
Saint Catherine
After getting down from the mount sinai, you will be met with your guide by the gate of the monastery, where you will visit the transfiguration Church, the burning Bush the well of the prophet Moses, than transfer back to your hotel in Sharm. The monastery is opened for tourists for less time due to the covid.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ru, en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourex Egypt
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 15 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sharm el Sheikh.
How much does Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery cost?
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Prices start at $31 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sharm el Sheikh usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery take?
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Plan for about 15 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sharm el Sheikh is not rushed.
Is Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 30 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sharm el Sheikh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 15-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery?
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Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sharm el Sheikh can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sharm el Sheikh and add a light layer if any part of the 15-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mount Sinai Sunrise Experience & St Catherine Monastery start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sharm el Sheikh within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sharm el Sheikh?
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On Outty we rank every Sharm el Sheikh experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling, Allah Gate & Top Sights, ATV Quad Bike & Camel Ride, Echo Mountain – Sharm El Sheikh, Sharm : Cairo Excursion by Flight, Pyramid GEM or Ancient Museum. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sharm el Sheikh?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sharm el Sheikh?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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