Mount Sinai Sunrise & Saint Catherine from Sharm

Full experience

Travel overnight from Sharm El Sheikh and hike Mount Sinai with a local mountain guide, including the final stair section to the summit. After sunrise, descend toward Saint Catherine’s Monastery; interior access depends on official opening, religious observance and security permission.

Itinerary

• 21:00 — Sharm pickup: Night road transfer toward Saint Catherine.
• 01:00 — Mountain briefing: Meet the local guide and begin at a controlled pace.
• 05:00 — Summit sunrise: Reach the summit area if fitness, weather and timing allow.
• 07:30 — Descent: Return carefully toward the monastery area.
• 09:30 — Monastery area: Visit open areas according to the official schedule.
• 12:00 — Return to Sharm: Road transfer back to the hotel.

Included

• Private air-conditioned transport
• Licensed local guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Bottled water
• Round-trip road transfer from Sharm El Sheikh
• Local mountain guide
• Standard access fees confirmed for the date

Not included

• Entrance tickets unless explicitly listed
• Meals unless explicitly listed
• Gratuities and personal expenses
• Food and drinks
• Blanket or camel assistance
• Guaranteed monastery interior access

Meeting point

Evening pickup from Sharm El Sheikh accommodation; exact time is reconfirmed after permits.