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About This Tour
Step into sacred history with Tango Travel’s exclusive St. Catherine Monastery & Moses Mountain Tour, departing directly from Sharm El Sheikh Marina. This full-day cultural and spiritual journey takes you deep into the heart of the Sinai Peninsula, where biblical legends, early Christian heritage, and epic desert landscapes converge.
Your day begins with a scenic drive through the rugged beauty of the South Sinai mountains, passing timeless desert valleys and Bedouin settlements. After approximately 2.5 hours, you’ll arrive at the foot of Mount Sinai — believed by many to be the very mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments.
For guests who are physically able and eager, you’ll have the option to climb Mount Moses (also known as Jebel Musa). The trail takes approximately 2.5–3 hours up and 2 hours down, with camel assistance available for part of the way (optional). At the summit, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Sinai Desert — a moment of peace and awe that stays with you forever.
After descending, or for guests who choose not to climb, the tour continues with a guided visit to St. Catherine Monastery, one of the world’s oldest functioning Christian monasteries. Built in the 6th century and still inhabited by monks today, the monastery is home to ancient manuscripts, stunning mosaics, and the Burning Bush Chapel — traditionally believed to mark the site where Moses spoke to God.
This tour is perfect for spiritual seekers, history enthusiasts, and those craving a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with one of Christianity’s holiest places — all handled with care, timing, and comfort by Tango Travel, with your cruise schedule in mind.
Highlights
- All Transportation via Air Conditioned Car
- Multi Lingual Tour Guide
- All Entrance Fees for Sightseeing
What’s Included
- Pickup and drop-off at Sharm Marina
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Entrance to St. Catherine Monastery
- Optional hiking assistance and safety briefing
- Bottled water and light refreshments
- All taxes and service charges
- Guaranteed return to cruise ship
- Camel ride on Mount Sinai (optional, paid locally)
- Personal expenses
- Lunch (optional add-on)
- Tips for guide or driver
- Entry to the icon gallery inside monastery (paid onsite)
Tour Plan
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06:00 AM – Pickup from Sharm Marina
Your Tango Travel guide will greet you at the cruise port. Begin your desert journey in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
06:15 AM – Drive to Mount Sinai (Approx. 2.5 hours)
Enjoy the dramatic scenery as you cross the South Sinai wilderness. Your guide will share stories about biblical events, Bedouin traditions, and the region’s spiritual importance.
08:45 AM – Arrival at Mount Sinai Trailhead
Upon arrival, guests may choose to:
Begin the hike to the summit of Mount Sinai (~2.5–3 hours one way)
Ride a camel partway (optional, payable locally)
Stay near the monastery base and relax in a Bedouin tent with tea
11:45 AM – Reach Summit (Optional Hikers)
Those who make the climb will reach the summit (2,285m) with stunning views of endless mountains. Enjoy a moment of reflection, rest, and photography.
01:30 PM – Begin Descent & Rejoin Group
Descend via the Steps of Repentance (optional) or return by the main path to the base of the mountain.
02:30 PM – Guided Visit to St. Catherine Monastery
Meet your guide for a tour inside this ancient monastery:
- Chapel of the Burning Bush
- Icon gallery and ancient mosaics
- Old well and olive press
- Learn about the life of the monks and preservation of religious texts
03:30 PM – Lunch at a Local Restaurant (Optional Add-on)
Enjoy a traditional Bedouin-style lunch with local dishes (available upon request and timing).
04:00 PM – Drive Back to Sharm El Sheikh
Relax in your vehicle for the return journey, reflecting on a day filled with spiritual meaning and desert beauty.
06:30 PM – Arrival at Sharm Marina
You’ll be returned to your ship safely and on time, with assistance from your Tango Travel escort.










