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Cairo to St Catherine Sunrise Climb with Return Transfer

By Hedaya's walks
Free cancellation available
Price is S$511 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Escape the city and step into a true Sinai adventure in Saint Catherine. Travel from Cairo deep into dramatic mountain landscapes, stay in a cosy Bedouin guesthouse, and experience authentic local culture.

Begin your midnight ascent of Mount Moses under a sky filled with stars, guided by a local Bedouin expert. Feel the thrill of climbing rugged mountain trails in the quiet of the night, pushing forward step by step until you reach the summit. There, witness a breathtaking sunrise as golden light floods the peaks of Egypt’s second-highest mountain.

Explore sacred landmarks like the historic St. Catherine’s Monastery and discover the powerful blend of history, spirituality, and wild natural beauty.

This isn’t just a hike — it’s an adventure, a challenge, and a memory you’ll carry forever.

Activity location
  • Saint Catherine
    • Saint Catherine, Egypt
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Lebnan Square
    • Mit Akaba, Giza Governorate, Egypt

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Cairo to St Catherine Sunrise Climb with Return Transfer in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • Opening hours: Sat 0:00-23:30
  • English
Price details
S$511.08 x 1 AdultS$511.08

Total
Price is S$511.08

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    All charges and taxes.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accommodation in traditional and comfy camp/guesthouse with private bathroom.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pickup and drop-off to and from meeting point (Lebanon square) in Cairo.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dinner
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Breakfast
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private tours
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local Bedouin guide along the hiking trail.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Optional camel ride along the hiking trail
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry to St. Catherine Monastery.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    1st day breakfast and lunch not included and snacks during the hike.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tipping and Personal expenses.

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Cairo - St. Catherine
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: Accommodation is in a cosy Bedouin camp featuring clean rooms with private bathrooms and a calm mountain atmosphere.
Saint Catherine
  • 12h
We will meet at Lebanon Square in Cairo, where a comfortable minibus will take us directly to Saint Catherine. The journey takes approximately 6–7 hours. Upon arrival at the Saint Catherine city gates, we will pass through the security checkpoint. A private car will then transfer us to your Bedouin camp/guesthouse. After check-in, you’ll have time to rest, enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery, and have breakfast (not included). Later, we’ll explore the city of Saint Catherine — seeing local homes, schools, shops, and restaurants. Lunch will be available at a local restaurant (not included). Afterwards, we return to the camp to relax and prepare for the evening and have dinner (included). At night, we’ll gather around a cosy campfire, enjoy tea with local Bedouins, and soak in the peaceful desert atmosphere.
Day 2: St. Catherine - Cairo
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included.
Saint Catherine
  • 12h
Around 12:00 AM, we begin your journey to Mount Moses. The hike starts at approximately 12:30 AM with a local Bedouin guide and takes about 4–5 hours to reach the summit. At the top, we’ll witness a breathtaking sunrise from Egypt’s second-highest peak. We’ll rest, enjoy tea, and explore the small mosque, the Greek Orthodox chapel, and Moses’ cave. After descending, we’ll visit the historic St. Catherine’s Monastery, exploring its ancient art, peaceful courtyards, and sacred well. A private car will then take us on a short city tour to visit the Golden Calf site and the Shrine of Prophet Aaron. Finally, we return to the camp for breakfast and some relaxation before departing back to Cairo.

Location

Activity location
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    Saint Catherine
    • Saint Catherine, Egypt
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Lebnan Square
    • Mit Akaba, Giza Governorate, Egypt

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