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St. Catherine Monastery
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St. Catherine Monastery

Nona’s Trips • Around Dahab, Dahab • 4.70 (4717 reviews) • Mid-range
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About St. Catherine Monastery

A daytime trip from Dahab to visit St. Catherine’s Monastery and enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery, with an optional walk up part of Mount Sinai’s trail without reaching the summit.

Experience Highlights

Visit St. Catherine’s Monastery in the morning.
Enjoy views of the surrounding mountains.
Walk part of Mount Sinai’s trail at your own pace.
Stop for photos along the way.

Details & Prices

Duration: Daytime trip; return time confirmed upon booking.
Departure: Usually between 8:00 and 9:00 AM from Dahab, adjusted to arrive before the monastery closes.
Itinerary: Dahab → St. Catherine’s Monastery → Optional partial Mount Sinai hike → Return to Dahab.
Price: 2100 per person. min. 3 people
Foreign Visitors: An additional USD 10 per person for protected-area entry.
Children: Ages 0–6 travel free; over 6 and under 12 pay half price.

Good to Know

  • The hike is optional and covers only part of the trail, without reaching the summit.
  • Less physically demanding than the overnight trip; choose how much to walk according to your ability.
  • Inform the team before booking about any health conditions affecting walking or tolerance to heat.
  • Daytime temperatures can be high; bring a hat, sunscreen, and enough drinking water.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring an extra layer in winter.
  • Bring snacks, light meals, and cash; card payments are unavailable.
  • Monastery Visiting Hours: 9:00 AM–11:30 AM.
  • Closed: Fridays, Sundays, and major Orthodox holidays. Choose your trip date accordingly.

Location & Experience Gallery

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Amenities & Features

Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Dahab.
Round-trip transportation.
Mountain guide for the optional partial hike.
Protected-area entry included for Egyptian visitors.

Location & Neighborhood

Pick up From you place in Dahab

Around Dahab
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Entry fees for non Egyptian
2,100 EGP
Available Trip Add-ons & Upgrades Optional extras you can customize and add during your booking:
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Quick Facts

Trip Style
Cultural & International Trips, Mountains & Hiking
Duration
Half Day
Trip Option
Private Trip
Suitable For
Families, Kids, Non-swimmers
Direct Contact
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Pick up From you place in Dahab
Entry fees for non Egyptian
2,100 EGP
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