Mount Moses + Saint Catherine's Monastery
Tour description: Mount Moses + Saint Catherine's Monastery
Mount Sinai - or Jebel Musa - is venerated as one of the holiest places on Earth by three of the world's great religions: Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. According to tradition, it is here that God spoke to Moses and handed him the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments. Even for those with no religious connection, the climb to Sinai's summit becomes a deeply personal experience.
Departure from your hotel is in the evening, around 20:00. The ascent begins at midnight - three hours of walking by torchlight in the absolute silence of the desert, under a sky blazing with stars. At the summit (2,285 metres), you wait for sunrise wrapped in blankets available to hire on the spot. When the first rays of sunlight illuminate the sea of mountain peaks across the Sinai Peninsula, you understand why this place is considered sacred. After descending, you visit Saint Catherine's Monastery - founded in the 4th–6th centuries, it is one of the oldest continuously operating monasteries in the world, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Warm clothing and comfortable closed-toe shoes are essential. The climb is not recommended for children under 10.
For group tours a white Toyota minibus picks you up - round-trip hotel transfer is included in the price.
For group tours a white Toyota minibus picks you up - round-trip hotel transfer is included in the price.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, just let our manager know the children's ages and we'll find the right format.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. Message our manager on Telegram at least 24 hours ahead and we'll sort it out easily.
Is prepayment required?
No. Payment is on the day of the tour: $, €, ₽ or card.
Tour itinerary: Mount Moses + Saint Catherine's Monastery
- 1Hotel pick-up approx. 20:00
- 2Drive to the foot of the mountain (2.5–3 hours)
- 3Night ascent with Bedouin guide (approx. 3 hours; final 750 steps)
- 4Sunrise at the summit (2,285 m)
- 5Descent
- 6Visit to Saint Catherine's Monastery
- 7Return to hotel
ℹ️ Important to know
- !Original passport + photocopy required (police requirement)
- !Warm clothing and closed shoes essential
- !Not recommended for children under 10
- !Summit is cold even in summer
✅ What's included
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Bedouin guide for the ascent
- ✓All transfers
❌ Not included
- ✕Camel ride to the start of the steps ($20–25)
- ✕Woollen blanket hire at the summit ($3–5)
- ✕Toilet stops en route (small fee)
- ✕Drinks and snacks
Tourist reviews: Mount Moses + Saint Catherine's Monastery
This was the most unusual excursion of our whole holiday. The night climb felt daunting at first, but the atmosphere up there is extraordinary. When you reach the summit and see the sunrise, there are simply no words for it. It was physically demanding in places, but genuinely achievable even without any special training. The monastery afterwards was quietly beautiful and deeply peaceful. This trip is not about comfort - it is about emotion. And those emotions are absolutely worth having.
We debated for a long time whether to go - in the end we did, and had no regrets at all. The climb is not easy, particularly the final section, but it is completely safe and you can go at your own pace. The sunrise from the summit is simply incredible. The monastery was a lovely contrast - an entirely different atmosphere. It was cold at night, which you really need to prepare for. This is not a conventional excursion - it is more of an experience. And experiences like this are the ones you remember.
The sunrise from Mount Moses is something truly incredible. We set off at 2 am, climbed for about three hours in the cool dark, and then when dawn broke - every ounce of difficulty was instantly forgotten. Mountains all around, mist in the valleys below, the sun rising - there are no words. Our guide helped on the tricky sections and kept a comfortable pace. I brought trekking poles and they made all the difference on the descent. Something to experience at least once in your life.
I went in as a sceptic - I thought it was just a mountain. I was completely wrong. The atmosphere is extraordinary - people from every country imaginable, total silence in the night, and then that incredible sunrise. Saint Catherine's Monastery at the base is also deeply impressive. Our guide was knowledgeable and shared the history of the site all the way up. Physically it is quite manageable - anyone in reasonable shape can do it. Highly recommended.
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