Private Tour: St Catherine's Monastery

Private Tour: St Catherine's Monastery
  • Location:Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt
  • Duration:11 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • TOUR Code:3124SSH07
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Visit St Catherine's Monastery, the most important religious site in Sinai on a private day trip from Sharm el Sheikh. Travel in air-conditioned comfort with your own personal guide who will introduce you to the history and religious significance of the monastery and its surrounds.

Situated at the base of the mountain where Moses received the ten commandments, St Catherine's Monastery is one of the most famous in the world. Built between 527 and 565 AD, it is believed to be built around Moses' Burning Bush. The Monastery is named after St Catherine who was tortured and beheaded for her Christian beliefs. During your visit you will see chapel Greek orthodox church, the icons of worship and the famous Mosaic of Transfiguration.

Please note, St Catherine's Monastery is approximately 230 kilometers from Sharm el Sheikh.

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Private Tour: St Catherine's Monastery

St Catherine's Monastery, Egypt

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Departure Point: Selected Sharm el Sheikh hotels Departure Time:

6:00am

Duration:

11 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Return details:

Returns to original departure point at approximately 5:30pm

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Inclusions:
    • Qualified Egyptologist guide
    • Entrance fees to National Park
    • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
    • Lunch
    • Hotel pickup and drop off
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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  • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended

The trip was first class from beginning to end. The vehicle was roomy, and the guide was ...  Read more ›

 

FRANK S, May 2011

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Excellent excursion. Thanks again. Read more ›

 

MUBEEN S, United Kingdom, August 2008

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