4.8 (1520 reviews) • 14 Hours ( Overnight Tour | From 08:30 PM to 11:00 AM next day) •
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours
• 08:30 PM: Pickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle.
• Drive for approx. 2.5 hours through the rugged Sinai desert to the St. Catherine area.
• 11:00 PM: Arrive at the base of the mountain, meet your local Bedouin mountain guide, and begin the trek.
• Hike up Mount Sinai along the Camel Path (approx. 3-4 hours) with multiple rest stops at Bedouin tents.
• Climb the final 750 stone steps to reach the sacred summit just before dawn.
• Witness a breathtaking, unforgettable sunrise over the stunning peaks of the Sinai Peninsula.
• Hike down the mountain to the base and enjoy a fresh, simple breakfast.
• 09:00 AM: Take a guided tour inside the historic St. Catherine Monastery, visiting the Burning Bush and the Church of Transfiguration.
• Transfer comfortably back to Sharm El Sheikh, arriving at your hotel around 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
• Stand on the sacred summit of Mount Sinai (Mount Moses) where Moses received the Ten Commandments.
• Witness one of the most magnificent sunrises in the world over an ocean of mountain peaks.
• Hike under a spectacular starry desert sky with the guidance of an expert local Bedouin.
• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of St. Catherine Monastery, built in the 6th century.
• See the legendary Burning Bush and the ancient well inside the monastery walls.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off transfers in a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
• Licensed English-speaking guide and expert local Bedouin mountain guide.
• Entrance fees to the St. Catherine Protectorate.
• Guided tour inside the St. Catherine Monastery.
• Boxed breakfast or simple breakfast at the base of the mountain.
• What to bring: Original Passports (Mandatory for security checkpoints), very comfortable hiking or running shoes, warm clothing layered (it gets extremely cold at the summit, even in summer), a torch/flashlight, a backpack, and snacks/water.
• Alternative Option (Camel Ride): If you find the hike too tiring, you can hire a camel from local Bedouins to take you up to the 750 stone steps. This is paid extra directly to the Bedouins on-site.
• Monastery Dress Code: Modest clothing is strictly required inside the monastery (shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women).
• Note: Renting heavy blankets at the summit tents and optional camel rides are NOT included.
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The hike is of moderate difficulty. The main trail (Camel Path) is a wide, steady dirt track that takes about 3 hours to walk. The final part consists of 750 stone steps leading to the summit, which requires a bit more effort. There are plenty of Bedouin tea tents along the way where you can sit, rest, and warm up.
Yes! If you feel tired or prefer not to hike the main trail, you can rent a camel from the local Bedouins at the starting point. The camel will carry you up most of the mountain right to the beginning of the 750 stone steps. You will only need to walk up the final steps to reach the top.
Because of the high altitude, the summit of Mount Sinai can get extremely cold, often dropping close to 0°C or below during winter nights, and remaining very chilly even during summer nights. Wearing warm layers, a windproof jacket, a beanie, and gloves is highly recommended. Heavy blankets are also available for rent at the top from Bedouin tents.
The mountain is open for trekking every night, but St. Catherine Monastery is closed on Fridays, Sundays, and during specific religious holidays. We carefully plan our tour days to ensure our guests always experience both the mountain sunrise and the inner monastery tour.
We offer a flexible free cancellation policy up to 24 hours before the trip departure. Simply message us on WhatsApp if your plans change, and we will update your booking instantly.
