Visit the Monastery of Saint Catherine which is considered one of the most famous monasteries in the world and also its one of the oldest monasteries of Christianity. Its located in heart of the Sinai Peninsula at a height of 1570 meters in the place where according to tradition Moses saw the bush on fire which didnt burn up. The Monastery is Orthodox and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery dates back to the age of the emperor Justinian 6th century. The monastery was named Saint Catherine at the beginning of the 11th century in honor of saint Catherine, one of the earliest Alexandria Christians martyrs. It contains several monuments like the burning bush seen by Moses and the remarkable Icons Gallery.The half-day tour departs from Taba at 7:00 am, giving you a chance to explore the Monasterys incredible architecture, a beautiful chapel, historic icons, and ancient artwork. After taking your time to learn about this unique place, you will head back to Taba at 14.00.
St. Catherine's Monastery Half-day Tour From Taba - Sharm El-sheikh
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 8 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
07:00 AM Hotel pickups commence prior to this timeHotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
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Return Details :
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Hotel pickups commence prior to this time Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pi.. read more
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Make your memories in one of the best trips ever from Tapa to St. Catherines Monastery is the smallest dioceses and the oldest Christian Monastery in the world still in use. It also houses a rich collection of icons and precious manuscripts.Know More about this tour
Itinerary:
Visit the Monastery of Saint Catherine which is considered one of the most famous monasteries in the world and also it’s one of the oldest monasteries of Christianity. It’s located in heart of the Sinai Peninsula at a height of 1570 meters in the place where according to tradition Moses saw the bush on fire which didn’t burn up. The Monastery is Orthodox and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery dates back to the age of the emperor Justinian 6th century. The monastery was named Saint Catherine at the beginning of the 11th century in honor of saint Catherine, one of the earliest Alexandria Christians martyrs. It contains several monuments like the burning bush seen by Moses and the remarkable Icons Gallery. The half-day tour departs from Taba at 7:00 am, giving you a chance to explore the Monastery’s incredible architecture, a beautiful chapel, historic icons, and ancient artwork. After taking your time to learn about this unique place, you will head back to Taba at 14.00.
Inclusions
- All transfers by air-condition vehicle
- Entrance fees to St. Catherine National park
- Bottled water
- Pick up services from your hotel in Taba and return
- Bedouin guide
Exclusions
- Drinks
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping Kitty
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveler Reviews
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Es war unser erster Trip mit Viator und es hat alles wunderbar geklappt. Die Tour war beeindruckend und regt an zum Nachdenken über den Glauben. Insgesamt sehr inspirierend!
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This is an amazing place, Perhaps one of the most beautiful that I have ever seen. The tour was good, perfectly punctual. Even though the car was not the newest and the level of english was pretty basic still I loved ever bit of it.
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This is an amazing place, Perhaps one of the most beautiful that I have ever seen. The tour was good, perfectly punctual. Even though the car was not the newest and the level of english was pretty basic still I loved ever bit of it.