About the Tour
St. Catherine's Monastery sits at the foot of Mount Sinai and has been continuously inhabited by monks since the 6th century AD, making it the oldest continuously operating Christian monastery in the world. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to one of the most important collections of early Christian manuscripts and icons anywhere on earth.
Inside the ancient walls you'll find the legendary Burning Bush — the site tradition holds was where Moses received his call from God — along with a working chapel, a bone house, and a library second in importance only to the Vatican's for early Christian texts.
Your guide will walk you through the monastery's rich history while you explore its courtyards, chapels, and the surrounding rugged Sinai mountain scenery.
Inside the ancient walls you'll find the legendary Burning Bush — the site tradition holds was where Moses received his call from God — along with a working chapel, a bone house, and a library second in importance only to the Vatican's for early Christian texts.
Your guide will walk you through the monastery's rich history while you explore its courtyards, chapels, and the surrounding rugged Sinai mountain scenery.
✅ What's Included
- ✓📜 Guided tour of the monastery grounds
- ✓🌳 Visit to the Burning Bush site
- ✓⛪ Entry to the working chapel
- ✓🏛️ UNESCO World Heritage Site
- ✓🎤 Licensed English-speaking guide
- ✓🚐 Free hotel transfer
- ✓💧 Water included
❌ Not Included
- ✗Entry donation to certain inner areas (optional)
- ✗Personal travel insurance
- ✗Meals (can be arranged on request)
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Dress Code
Modest clothing required — shoulders and knees covered, as this is an active place of worship.
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Fitness Level
Easy walking on mostly flat, paved ground within the monastery grounds.
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Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
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Photography
Photography is permitted in courtyards; some inner chapels restrict photos out of respect.
from $45
per person
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⏱ DurationFull Day
👥 Group SizeUp to 20 people
AvailabilityDaily
Founded6th Century AD
🚐 Free Hotel Transfer
From all hotels across Naama Bay, Sharks Bay and all Sharm areas