St. Catherine’s Monastery

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St. Catherine’s Monastery

 

Have you ever thought about visiting a place steeped in history that takes you on a journey through time? Discover the charm of St. Catherine’s Monastery, nestled in the heart of Sinai, where faith meets ancient secrets.

 

This historic monastery sits at the foot of Mount Sinai and is one of the oldest monasteries in the world, a unique destination for those seeking the essence of history and spirituality. Founded by Orthodox monks in the fourth century, it’s said to be built at the site where God appeared to Moses through a burning bush, according to legend.

 

The monastery features an amazing complex that includes a main church housing rare artifacts, including the ancient icon of Our Lady of Vladimir, along with museums filled with treasures from the early Christian centuries. This unique blend of history and spirituality draws visitors from all over the globe. Not only is it a historical site, but it is also recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, symbolizing spiritual and cultural connection.

 

Join us now for a journey that combines authenticity and heritage in this remarkable location, and get ready for an experience that touches the depths of history in one of the holiest places on Earth

What is included in the excursion program*:

  • – Pickup from the hotel around 5:30 AM (the exact time will be confirmed after booking), with a journey that lasts about 3 hours.  – A 15-minute stop at a store for a break, where you can enjoy a hot drink or a snack and get some information from the guide.  – A tour of St. Catherine’s Monastery, which includes the burning bush, Moses’ well, ancient icons, a visit to the Church of the Transfiguration, chapels, the old dining hall, and the cemetery.  – The chance to attend a worship service if possible.  

    – An optional visit to the icon museum.  

    – Heading to Dahab for lunch and a visit to the local market.  

    – Return to the hotel around 4:00 PM.  

    Book now to enjoy a journey that takes you to the heart of history

The price of the excursion includes:

– Transportation services  

– A Russian-speaking tour guide  

– Visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery  

– Lunch in Dahab  

What is not included in the tour price:

– Entrance ticket to the Icon Museum (approximately $5)  

– Gratuities 

– Beverages during lunch  

Take with you:

– Original passport and a copy (as per the tourism police requirements)  

– Water  

– Pre-packed lunch (preferably ordered in advance from your hotel)  

– Warm clothing (the van is air-conditioned, but it can be cold)  

– Hat  

– Appropriate clothing for holy places  

– Cash for the trip and small expenses  

 

Book your trip now and discover the magic of history and the spirituality of the place in an unforgettable experience.  

Additional Information:

– Make sure to bring the original and a copy of your passport, as this is a common requirement from the police when leaving Sharm El Sheikh.  

– Wear warm clothing as it can be cold near the monastery, and choose appropriate attire for holy places (scarf or head covering for women, covering shoulders and knees).  

– Transportation will be in comfortable, air-conditioned minivans.  

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Your price is so low… Doesn’t it affect the quality of the service?
Yes, our prices are indeed among the lowest, but this does not affect the quality of the services provided. We work as an online company for booking excursions for very large organizers in Egypt, which allows us to offer suitable and competitive prices due to the large flow of tourists. By contacting us, you receive high-quality service directly, without unnecessary overpayments to intermediaries.
The organizers have a variety of vehicles in their fleet: cars, minivans and comfortable buses. All vehicles are equipped with air conditioning and safety systems. For long trips, buses with toilets are provided. In addition, the equipment constantly undergoes technical and sanitary inspection, and also meets all the requirements of a tourist permit. Drivers undergo mandatory checks with the tourist police before each long trip.
We work without prepayment. All group excursions are paid for directly on the bus or during the excursion. Exceptions are individual excursions, as well as tours where you need to book airline tickets or issue documents that require prepayment. Basic programs are paid for during the transfer or at the beginning of the excursion. You do not need to look for someone to pay – the organizer’s employee will come to you. Payment is possible in cash in dollars, euros and Egyptian pounds. For your convenience, transfers to a bank card in rubles, hryvnias and euros at the current exchange rate or to a crypto wallet in USDT are also provided, which can be made in advance. You can find more detailed information about payment and refund methods here.
Egypt is a country with strict regulations, especially in the tourism sector. In order for vehicles or yachts to go on an excursion, it is necessary to obtain the relevant permits from the police and military on a daily basis. If the organizers do not have a license to engage in tourism activities, they will not be able to obtain these permits. Therefore, for some excursions, we may request your details or photos of vouchers and passports (this applies to sea excursions in Sharm El Sheikh, individual excursions and some group excursions if travel outside the city is required. For other excursions, permits are issued only for the number of participants, and passport details are not required).
Unfortunately, some hotel guides try to convince tourists that insurance does not apply to tour organizers other than their tour company. This is completely untrue. Firstly, your travel insurance covers the entire territory of Egypt, just like the tour companies. Secondly, if you travel by ship, bus or other transport, the organizer bears full insurance liability for passengers. Otherwise, he will not receive permission to engage in tourist activities. Egypt has strict tourist regulations, and permits are required before each excursion.
We always remind you that it is important to check your belongings and not to forget them when you get off the bus or yacht at the end of the excursion. If you lose something, it will be quite difficult to return it, as the transport leaves for cleaning, and there are difficulties with Egyptian logistics. Of course, we will try to help you find your lost things, but we cannot guarantee their return 100%. In case of finding the item, the cost of delivery will be from $ 5 to $ 10. Please be careful!
We receive a large number of excursion bookings from tourists every day, so most excursions are held either daily or on certain days of the week according to the schedule indicated in the description of each program. After booking, we will inform you of the exact time when you will be picked up from your hotel. Most excursions are held in small hotel groups, similar to those organized by tour operators, but with one significant advantage: our prices are lower from 40% to 60%. Our organizers offer basic excursions in Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh, focused on Russian-speaking tourists.
Please note that photographers accompanying excursions act as independent representatives of their photo studios and are not associated with our online service or program organizers. All agreements regarding photography and payment are discussed directly with the photographer. We recommend that you carefully check the services provided and always obtain the photographer’s contact information before making a payment. If you do not plan to use their services, we recommend that you inform the photographer in advance to avoid misunderstandings or interference from them.
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Price - adults (from 12 years old)

£22

£23

Price - children (from 5 to 11 years old)

£12

£13

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