Mount Sinai and Saint Catherines Monastary Day Trip from Eilat

Overview

Available languages

Arabic

English

17 hours

Mobile ticket

Travel from Eilat to Mt. Sinai and St. Catherines’ Monastery to climb the famous mountain where it is said that Moses received the Ten Commandments. Tour the Monastery that is the oldest continuously working monastery in the world. This is an amazing tour that should not be missed.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Professional guide

Lunch

Pick up from the hotel

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

$65 per person departure tax and 60$ for visa

Drop off after the tour at the hotel not included

departure tax, Mount Sinai

What To Expect

Mount Sinai

Start the tour from Eilat hotels. A driver will be picking you from your hotel at 10:00 pm to take you to the Taba border. They will help you with the border proceedings, and you will be passed over the border with a driver waiting for you on the Egyptian side. Drive to Mt. Sinai, and start to climb the mountain. In the early morning hours, you will see the most magnificent sunrise. The view is astounding. Christian sages say that whoever climbs Mount Sinai and views the sunrise will be reborn, and all his or her sins will be forgiven. In the morning tour, the St. Catherine Monastery, including the church, which is dated from the sixth century. Continue to tour the “Burning Bush,” and “Jethros’ Well.” After the tour, you will stop for lunch and then start the drive back, stopping at a few sites according to the time — arrival back in Eilat about 3:00 pm.

17 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Saint Catherine

In the morning tour the St. Catherine Monastery, including the church, which is dated from the sixth century.

2 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Mount Sinai and Saint Catherines Monastary Day Trip from Eilat

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Despite the evening commute and...
JoyceMingQuin S,
May 12, 2017
- Viator
5.00
Despite the evening commute and sleepless day, the reward of watching the sunrise at the top was stunning. Be prepared for the exercise of walking 7 km each way, of which the last 1 km or so is a steep incline. There is uneven surfacing, so it is best to wear comfortable good gripped shoes and walking assistance if required. You will start the ascension in the dark, so torches are a plus. If you can not make it all the way, you are able to ride a camel for a decent price. Additionally the seamless transport transition between countries and professional guides were fantastic, Mena and Musa.