Saint Catherine’s Monastery
At a glance
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Price from
- $230 / person
- Location
- Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
- Rating
- 3.7 / 5 · 3 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Oman Day Tours
Description
During the period of seventh century, the prophet Mohammad dictated a long document granting protection to the monastery and exempting it from taxes. A copy of it can be seen hanging in the Icon Gallery, next to Napoleon’s letter of protection written in 1798. Ottoman armies was built mosque inside the Monastery’s walls in 1381.that the complex was partly Muslim, saving it from destruction. Since the eleventh century the Monastery has been known as St Catherine’s Monastery. Its library contains a collection of 5000 books and over 3000 manuscripts (most of which are in Greek), including some of the most ancient and important in the world, and is considered second only to that of the Vatican. Throughout its history, also the monastery has received gifts from popes, Christian princes.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $230
- Child (ages 4–11)
- $150
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $450.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Mount Saint Catherine Monastery
It is approx 3 HRS to reach to St Catherine’s Monastery from Sharm El Shiekh, the earliest surviving bastion of Christianity, make you go through breathtaking landscapes of arid rock formations, then desolate expanses of desert and the occasional Bedouin camp. The monastery was founded by the Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora between 527-535 A.D. at the foot of Mount Sinai and Jebel Megafa , discover a centre of worship and learning for over 1450 years. St Catherine was born Dorothea to a noble family in Alexandria in AD 294, and she was studied poetry, music, art, physics, mathematics, astronomy and philosophy at a pagan school, it was before converting to Christianity and taking the name of Catherine at baptism. She was tortured and beheaded for her faith by Emperor Maximus on 25 November AD 305 in Alexandria. according to tradition her body disappeared and was transported by angels to the highest mountain peak of the Sinai Peninsula. it’s begin from three centuries later, following a dream, some monks from the monastery found her relics, brought them down from the mountain, and placed them in a gilded sarcophagus, which now stands in the basilica choir.
What's included
Included
All transfers by air condition vehicle.
Lunch during the trip .
Private Egyptology tour guide
Met & Assist from & to your hotel at Sharm El Shiekh.
Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing.
Not included
Tips to guide & driver.
Any Souvenir from any purchasing stop.
Entry Visa to Egypt which had to be handle from your side.
International Air tickets from & to Egypt.
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup Time: 08:00 AM or upon request from any hotel in Sharm El Shaikh / Sharm El Shaikh International Airport / Sharm El Shaikh Port
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.7
3 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Saint Catherine’s Monastery take?
Saint Catherine’s Monastery lasts about 6–8 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Saint Catherine’s Monastery cost?
Prices start at $230 per person for this Sharm el Sheikh experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $450. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Saint Catherine’s Monastery run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Saint Catherine’s Monastery cost for children?
Children aged 4–11 pay from $150, adults from $230. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Saint Catherine’s Monastery for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup Time: 08:00 AM or upon request from any hotel in Sharm El Shaikh / Sharm El Shaikh International Airport / Sharm El Shaikh Port Pickup points include Cataract Layalina, Rehana Prestige Luxury Resort - Aquapark & Spa.
What languages is Saint Catherine’s Monastery offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Saint Catherine’s Monastery worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Oman Day Tours.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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