About this tour

Tour to Saint Catherine’s Monastery

Tour Details:

• Type: Group tour by minibus
• Group Size: Up to 20 people
• Duration: From 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Meeting Point: Your hotel
• Family-Friendly: Suitable for children
• Language: Russian-speaking guide
• Payment: No prepayment required; cash payment on-site

Schedule
This tour is available on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Itinerary
In the morning, depart from Sharm El Sheikh. The drive to Saint Catherine’s Monastery takes approximately 2.5 hours.

During the tour:

• Attend a service at the monastery:
  • The monastery’s walls are between 2 and 5 meters thick and range in height from 10 to 20 meters.
• View ancient icons:
  • The monastery’s collection includes 2,000 historical icons.
• Visit Moses’ Well and the Burning Bush:
  • If desired, you can collect water from the well.
• Explore the Basilica of the Transfiguration:
  • A granite structure with a roof supported by 12 massive columns.
• See additional historic sites:
  • Visit the old refectory, chapels, and the ancient cemetery.
• Stop in Dahab:
  • Enjoy a buffet lunch.
  • Visit the local market.

At 4:00 PM, return to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

Important Information:

• Bring your original passport and two copies (copies can be made at your hotel reception).
• You can pre-order a packed breakfast at your hotel reception.
• Carry water, a light jacket or sweater for the morning in warm seasons, or a coat in cooler weather.
• Wear comfortable footwear.

Pricing:

• Adults: $25 per person.
• Children aged 6 to 11: $15 per child.