"Genuinely one of the best days of our trip. Mount Moses Trekking, was well organised, our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and pickup was exactly on time. Highly recommend Sun 'N Fun Egypt."
Emma Richardson
United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
Sunrise hike
Mount Moses Trekking, Sunrise & Monastery Visit
Saint Catherine 16–17 hours 4.8 (577) Strenuous 14+ Free cancellation
The experience
About this tour
A spiritually enriching journey from Sharm El Sheikh to the legendary Mount Sinai. Your guide picks you up in the evening and drives you to the foot of the mountain, where you trek 2,285 meters above sea level and climb the 750 Steps of Repentance to reach the summit of Moses Mountain in time for a breathtaking sunrise over the desert peaks and the historic Greek Orthodox Chapel. After descending, you take a guided tour of St. Catherine's Monastery — one of the world's oldest Christian monasteries — where you will see the famous Burning Bush, explore the monastery's ancient icons and religious treasures, and visit the Relics Museum with its collection of sacred artifacts and preserved manuscripts.
Duration
16–17 hours
Group
Small groups
Pickup
Hotel pickup
Cancellation
Free · day before
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Why you'll love it
Highlights
- 01Hike the sacred Mount Sinai, where Moses received the Ten Commandments
- 02Sunrise from the 2,285m summit
- 03Greek Orthodox Chapel at the top
- 04Guided tour of UNESCO-listed St. Catherine's Monastery
- 05See the legendary Burning Bush
- 06Visit the Relics Museum and ancient manuscript library
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh
- Transfer by clean, air-conditioned vehicle
- Water and soft drinks
Not included
- Mount Sinai National Park Entrance Fee ($5.00)
- Extra drinks
- Personal expenses
- Camel ride to the 750 steps (optional)
- Tipping (not mandatory but appreciated)
Hour by hour
Itinerary
- EveningPickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh
- OvernightDrive to Mount Sinai and begin the trek — 2,285m and 750 steps
- SunriseReach the summit for sunrise at the Greek Orthodox Chapel
- MorningDescend and take a guided tour of St. Catherine's Monastery
- MorningSee the Burning Bush and visit the Relics Museum
- AfternoonReturn drive and drop-off at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh
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Meeting point
Pickup / meeting
Pickup at the main gate of your Sharm El Sheikh hotel (on the highway, not the reception area). Please share your correct nationality, hotel name, address and room number. Not suitable for children 0–13, pregnant women, or wheelchair users.
What to bring
- Jacket and warm clothes (cold at the summit)
- Comfortable trekking shoes
- Original passport
- Breakfast box pre-ordered from your hotel
- Headlamp or torch
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Reviews
4.8 · 577 reviews
Good to know
Frequently asked
Free cancellation up until the day before the tour. Cancel after that and the deposit is non-refundable.
Yes. We pick up from every hotel in the Sharm El Sheikh area. Exact time is confirmed the night before by WhatsApp.
Guests aged 14+ are welcome. Under-14s are unfortunately not permitted for safety reasons.
Comfortable, activity-appropriate clothing. Bring swimwear and a towel for any water-based portions. Modest cover-ups (shoulders + knees) if visiting religious sites.
Physically demanding — expect long walks, hikes, or climbs. Reasonable fitness required.
Usually within 2 hours during working hours (9am–9pm Egypt time). We email a confirmation with pickup time and driver contact.
Down to 0–5°C in winter and 8–15°C in summer nights — even in August. Bring a warm jacket, hat, and long trousers regardless of the season.
Yes. Local Bedouin guides offer camel rides from the base to the 750 Steps of Repentance for roughly $15–20. You still have to walk the final steep 750 steps on foot.
