
Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt worth booking?
Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt is a 48-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $149 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 48 hours
- From
- $149 per person
The Trip starts from Cairo: The town of St. Katherine is in the Sinai peninsula in Egypt at an elevation of about 1600 meters from sea level, at the foot of the Sinai High Mountains. Up to a thousand visitors come to vis
What you get
- Private transportation
- Baggage storage and transfer
- Providing a pick up and drop off services
- Professional licensed Tour guide specialist in Egyptology
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
The Trip starts from Cairo: The town of St. Katherine is in the Sinai peninsula in Egypt at an elevation of about 1600 meters from sea level, at the foot of the Sinai High Mountains. Up to a thousand visitors come to visit St. Katherine's Monastery, the oldest continuously inhabited monastery in the World built on the site where Moses (Prophet Musa) talked to God in the miracle of the Burning Bush, and to climb Mt. Sinai (the Biblical Mt. Horeb, known locally as Jebel Musa) where Moses has received the Ten Commandments. Pick you up from your hotel and start our tour to South Sinai/Sainte Catherine (7 hours drive) Check in Saint Catherine tourist village (dinner is included) Wake up call at 2:00 am for the visit of mount Sinai. Tea/coffee included before our visit to mount Sinai (one and a half hour or 2 hours walking up the mount to see sunrise) Go down to visit Saint Catherine's monastery in the early morning After breakfast, drive back to Cairo to your hotel in Cairo
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Baggage storage and transfer
- Providing a pick up and drop off services
- Professional licensed Tour guide specialist in Egyptology
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Sealed mineral bottled water
Not included
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egypt Tours World
Know before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Was a very great experience to go see Mt Sinia..these guys make sure you are very well taken care off !!!
The views were amazing, took lots of photos!! Mt.Sinia, is a must trip if your visiting Egypt. Made a lot of great memories.
via Tripadvisor
An Experience of a Lifetime
Our tour guide Mohamed Shezo & driver Mohamed were hosptitalble and friendly. We enjoyed their company.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 48 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $149 to $599
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt cost?
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Prices start at $149 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt take?
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Plan for about 48 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 Cairo is not rushed.
Is Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt?
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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 Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 48-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt?
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Around 1 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 Cairo 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 Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Trip to St. Catherine's Monastery & Mount Sinai, Saint Catherine, Egypt 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 Cairo 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 Cairo?
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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour. 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 Cairo?
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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 Cairo?
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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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