Enjoy a day tour to the Holy St. Catherine City, starting from Sharm El Sheikh. Visit the St. Catherine Monastery, located between St. Catherine's Mountains and Moses Mountain. This is the oldest Christian monastery in the world.
Highlights:
Learn about St. Catherine, who was tortured to death for her faith.
Gain insights with a professional guide about the monastery.
Explore one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world.
Discover the famous St. Catherine Monastery.
Create unforgettable memories and take stunning photos.
What you’re going to do
A representative will pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh and transfer you to St. Catherine's Monastery, located 220 km northwest of Sharm El Sheikh. The Monastery is situated between St. Catherine's Mountain and Moses Mountain and is considered the oldest Christian monastery in the world. It is an Orthodox Greek Monastery, and within its walls is a rich and unique citadel of religious and historical structures, including the St. Catherine's Museum. The museum boasts icons attributed to the famous 15th-century artist Angelos, as well as six icons by Michael Damaskenos considered among the most important works of the 16th-century Cretan School.
After the visit, you will be taken to Dahab for a city tour and shopping. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant before being transferred back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
Note: Tour starts at 6:00AM and ends by 3:00PM
Categories:
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City Sightseeing
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Adventurous
Included:
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees to St. Catherine
- All-languages-speaking tour guide
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Dahab
- Mineral water
- All taxes & service charge
Exclude:
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
- Optional activities
- Personal spending