Sunrise trip to St Catherine’s and Mountain Sinai -PDHSR1
Dahab
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the mystical Sinai Peninsula with Magic Carpet Travel. Experience the awe-inspiring sunrise from atop Mount Sinai, followed by a visit to the historic Saint Catherine's Monastery.
Your adventure commences with a nocturnal drive to Saint Catherine, nestled at the base of Mount Sinai. Ascend the mountain under the cloak of darkness, reaching the summit in time to witness the breathtaking spectacle of dawn.
After your descent, delve into the rich history of one of Christianity's oldest monasteries.
Alternatively, choose a daytime tour and ascend Mount Sinai during the day to witness the captivating sunset from the peak.
Highlights
- Pickup from your Dahab hotel at 11:30 p.m.
- 1.5-hour journey to Saint Catherine
- Ascend Mount Sinai at 10:00 p.m., and return by 7:00 a.m.
- Visit the historic Saint Catherine's Monastery
- Learn about Saint Catherine's faith and martyrdom
- Return transport to your Dahab hotel
Included/Excluded
- Pick up services from your hotel in Dahab and return
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Bedouin Guide during climbing up the mountain
- Entrance fees to St. Catherine National Park
- Breakfast at St.Catherine
- Bottled water on board the vehicle
- All services charges and taxes
- Tipping
Itinerary
A Magic Carpet Egypt representative will collect you from your Dahab hotel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle at 11:30 p.m.
The journey to Saint Catherine takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Upon arrival, your ascent of Mount Sinai begins at 10:00 p.m., with a return to the base by 7:00 a.m.
Following your climb, you'll explore the renowned Saint Catherine's Monastery, considered one of the world's most prominent monasteries. Dedicated to Saint Catherine, a ruler during Alexander's reign, the monastery stands as a testament to her unwavering faith and her tragic martyrdom.
Finally, you will be transported back to your hotel in Dahab.
The journey to Saint Catherine takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Upon arrival, your ascent of Mount Sinai begins at 10:00 p.m., with a return to the base by 7:00 a.m.
Following your climb, you'll explore the renowned Saint Catherine's Monastery, considered one of the world's most prominent monasteries. Dedicated to Saint Catherine, a ruler during Alexander's reign, the monastery stands as a testament to her unwavering faith and her tragic martyrdom.
Finally, you will be transported back to your hotel in Dahab.