Drive into the Sinai Peninsula,, and visit one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world, St. Catherine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the world’s oldest working Christian monastery, built around the site of the Burning Bush, and end your day with an amazing tour in Dahab.
- Sharm El Sheikh: Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh at the scheduled time.
- Saint Catherine: Departure is after breakfast from the hotel in Sharm El Sheikh. You will be transferred to St. Catherine and visit the St. Catherine monastery, which is the oldest monastery of Christianity. It is situated 220 km northwest of Sharm el-Sheikh and located between the St. Catherine’s mounts and Moses Mount. It is an Orthodox Greek monastery within its amazing walls rests a citadel like no other, it is incredibly rich in important religious and historical structures. Among its treasures is the Museum of St. Catherine with icons attributed to the painter Angelos, one of the most famous artists of the 15th century, or to his peers, as well as all six icons by Michael Damaskinos, which are considered among the most important works of the Cretan School of the16th century.
- Dahab: Afterward, we will head to Dahab, the Flower Power City at the Red Sea, for a city and shopping tour. At a local restaurant, we will have lunch and then we will drive you back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
Included
- Lunch
- Dahab City
- Air-conditioned vehicle , Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- St. Catherine
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
Not included
- Drinks
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Entrance fees to St. Catherine monastery/ MOSSES Mountain area to be paid cash
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
