Overview
Mount Moses (Mount Sinai) is a sacred place for representatives of three world religions at once. It is customary to climb at night in order to meet the sunrise at the
top of the mountain. According to the legend, at night, passing a long way up (3700 steps), pilgrims are called the "Ladder of Repentance" - it grants absolution of
sins. At the foot of the mountain is the Monastery of St. Catherine, an ancient complex of buildings of early Christianity, which is a UNESCO heritage site
pick up time around 21:00 depends on the location of the hotel
The road to the foot of the mountain is approximately 1.5 hours
Stop at the icon gallery, about 20-30 minutes
Night ascent with a Bedouin guide to the summit along an equipped trail about 3 hours of travel, distance 7 km
Meeting the sunrise at the top of the mountain (you can rent a woolen blanket on site)
Descent back to St. Catherine's Monastery about 2 hours
A 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
Arrival at the hotel at approximately 13:00 (depending on location)
Highlights
Night ascent with a Bedouin guide to the summit via an equipped trail
Witnessing the sunrise at the mountain summit
Descending back to Saint Catherine's Monastery
Visiting Saint Catherine's Monastery