The St Catherine Monastery Tour from Dahab climbs from the coast into the heart of the Sinai mountains to one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world, set at the foot of the mountain where, by tradition, Moses received the Ten Commandments.
Founded in the 6th century and continuously inhabited ever since, the Monastery of St Catherine shelters extraordinary treasures: the living Burning Bush, priceless early icons, and a library of ancient manuscripts second only to the Vatican. The setting, sheer granite peaks rising on every side, is as memorable as the monastery itself.
If you would prefer to climb Mount Sinai for sunrise, our Mount Sinai and St Catherine tours from Sharm El Sheikh combine the hike with the monastery.
| Feature | St Catherine | Blue Hole / Colored Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Theme | History & spirituality | Sea (Blue Hole) / desert (Canyon) |
| Setting | High mountain monastery | Coral reef / sandstone canyon |
| Pace | Cultural, reflective | Active, outdoors |
| Best for | History and faith travellers | Snorkellers and adventure seekers |
Prices are shown in US dollars per person. Seasonal supplements may apply during Christmas, New Year and Easter unless a specific seasonal price is displayed.
Note: Child rates apply to children travelling with their parents. Where accommodation is included, a maximum of one child per room applies.
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Day TourFrom $100Mount Sinai sunrise hike experience! Climb Moses Mountain at night, watch sunrise, visit monastery. Join group tour & book your hike!
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Day TourFrom $75Snorkeling trip to the famous Blue Hole and the Bells reef in Dahab: vivid coral walls and Red Sea fish at one of the world's most renowned dive sites.
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Day TourFrom $754x4 jeep safari from Dahab to the Colored Canyon: walk banded sandstone walls in the Sinai desert, with a Bedouin guide and lunch.
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