Saint Catherine Overnight from Cairo

  • Duration2 Days
  • AvailabilityEvery Day
  • PickupCairo Hotel
  • Tour TypePrivate

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the sacred St. Catherine Monastery, nestled in the majestic Sinai Mountains. Begin with a scenic drive from Cairo, followed by relaxation and a delightful dinner upon arrival. As the night deepens, ascend Moses Mountain under the guidance of a Bedouin, witnessing the serene beauty of the dawn from the summit. Afterward, explore the renowned St. Catherine Monastery, rich with history and spirituality. This experience offers a perfect blend of adventure, reflection, and cultural immersion.

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Itinerary

Day 1:Drive to St. Catherine Monastery from Cairo / Overnight

We will pick you up by a modern a/c vehicle from your hotel in Cairo then drive to St. Catherine for about 6 hours – approx 440 KM from Cairo. Check in at your hotel upon arrival. Rest of the day free at leisure, relax and dinner at your hotel.

Meals: Dinner

Day 2:St. Catherine Monastery/ Cairo

In the very early morning at 01:00 am will pick you up from your hotel and you’ll be transferred to Moses Mountain accompanied by Bedouin Guide to lead you to climb the sacred mountain.

A visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery will be provided after going down at around 7.00 am, which is considered one of the most famous monasteries in the world. The monastery was dedicated to one of Alexander’s rulers, St Catherine, after that, you will have your breakfast at the hotel & drive back to Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast.

Tour Includes
  • Pick up and drop off to your hotel in Cairo
  • Round Trip transfer to St. Catherine by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation in St. Catherine city for one night at 04* Hotel on half board basis
  • Entrance fees
  • Bedouin guide during climbing the mountain
  • All Service charges and taxes
Tour Excludes
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entry Visa to Egypt
  • Optional Activity costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Things to Know

Price Policy

All prices are charged in USD per person per trip. You can also pay us online via a secure payment gateway without any extra costs or surcharges. This is our pricing policy for this trip.

The initial price is based on 1 adult in group size with the lowest price in the low season

Tour Voucher

After your tour is confirmed, we will email you the final confirmation of the tour and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will Contain contact numbers of customer care, tour operator, and All information for your convenience.

Tipping

Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is left to the discretion of the travelers. Although not mandatory, it is of great importance to people who will take care of you while traveling.

Children Policy

  • 0 – 01.99 Free of Charge (unless flights were included)
  • 2 – 5.99 pay 25% of the tour price and 50% of the tour price if it includes flights or sleeper train
  • 6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
  • 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person

If your tour package includes airfare, an extra charge for your children may apply.

Cancellation Policy

Egypt Day Tours do not require a cancellation fee for tours or excursions canceled for ‘force majeure’ reasons like volcanoes, earthquakes, or reasons that are Out of control. If the booking cancellation happens For personal or business reasons and Egypt Day Tours has already incurred the booking costs on your behalf, these costs will be transferred to you.

  • The whole amount will be charged if canceled less than 30 days before the check-in date.
  • 50% of the whole amount will be charged if canceled 60 to 31 days before the check-in date.
  • 15% of the whole amount will be charged if canceled 90 to 61 days before the check-in date.

Deposit and Payment

A 50% payment will be required from the total amount after confirming your tour booking as requested. You can pay by credit or debit card (MasterCard/Visa) through the VeriSign Secured payment system on our website, and the Rest of the Payment will be on a Cash basis upon you Start Your Tour to the Egypt Day Tours representative.

Travel Insurance

Secure your trip and give yourself greater peace of mind with the Travel Insurance program proposed by Travel Guard. One week, 25$ per person.

Extra Expenses & Additional Entry Tickets

All tours don’t include entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as walking inside one of the pyramids and the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo or entering the Tomb of Tutankhamen at Valley of the Kings in Luxor are also available at extra cost.
Please contact us if you wish to add or adjust anything to the program.

Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.

Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:

  • For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
  • Additional transport that you require.
  • Tipping for the guide and driver after the trip.
  • In case of unforeseen events, such as bad weather and flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.

FAQs

Will I be picked up from my hotel in Cairo?

Yes, your Egypt Day Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel in a modern air-conditioned vehicle for the drive to St. Catherine.

How long is the drive from Cairo?

It’s about 6 hours each way, roughly 440 km, so you’ll check in at your hotel in St. Catherine and have the rest of the day free to rest before the climb.

What happens on Moses Mountain?

In the very early morning your Bedouin guide leads you up the sacred mountain, timed so you reach the summit for a beautiful sunrise.

Will I visit St. Catherine's Monastery?

Yes, after coming down from the mountain around 7am you’ll visit St. Catherine’s Monastery, one of the most famous in the world, before breakfast and the drive back to Cairo.

Is this a private tour?

Yes, Egypt Day Tours only runs private, customized tours, so you’ll have your own guide and vehicle throughout.

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