Mountain Of Moses and Monastery Of ST Catherine

Mount of Moses (Mount Sinai) - according to the Bible, on this mountain God told Moses the Ten Commandments. A unique opportunity to watch the sunrise at the top of the holy mountain. According to legend, walking a long way up (3700 steps) at night, the "Staircase of Repentance" grants remission of sins.

At the foot of the mountain is the monastery of St. Catherine - an ancient complex of buildings of early Christianity, a UNESCO heritage site.

PROGRAM:

• Departure from the hotel around 21:00 pm (depending on the location of the hotel);
• Accompanied by police, the column moves to the foot of the mountain, the journey takes approximately 1.5 hours;
• Stop at the icon gallery, approximately 20-30 minutes;
• Night climb with a Bedouin guide to the top along an equipped trail, about 3 hours of travel, distance 7 km;
• Watching the sunrise at the top of the mountain for about 1 hour (you can rent a woolen blanket on site);
• Descent back to St. Catherine's Monastery takes about 2 hours;
• Visit to the monastery of St. Catherine, the opportunity to communicate with the monks, the history of the monastery, traditions, ancient icons. Well of Moses, the Burning Bush. If possible, be present at the service;
• Arrival at the hotel at approximately 13:30 (depending on the location of the hotel).

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

• Services of an English-speaking guide and guide along the mountain trail;
• A flashlight is provided while climbing the mountain.

FOR ADDITIONAL COST:

• Climbing on a camel up to the steps (about 10-15 $/person);
• Rent a woolen blanket at the top (about 3-5 $/person);
• Drinks, snacks at stops, toilets (5 Egyptian pounds).

TAKE WITH YOU:

• Water, Breakfast cereals (must be ordered in advance at the reception), a hat, a scarf (for women), Comfortable shoes, Warm clothes (in winter)