Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike from Sharm el Sheikh: 750 Steps

Climb 750 Steps in Darkness, Watch the Sun Rise from 2,285 Meters

A day trip from Sharm el Sheikh combining a nighttime hike up Mount Sinai with a guided visit to St. Catherine's Monastery. You start with evening hotel pickup, climb approximately 750 steps to the summit in the dark with a Bedouin mountain guide, arrive in time for sunrise at 2,285 meters, then descend to explore the UNESCO World Heritage monastery before returning around 1:00 PM. The tour includes a guide in English, Italian, Arabic or Russian, hotel transport, and one flashlight per two travelers.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each2 stops

1. St. Catherine's Monastery2h
2. Mount SinaiEntry included8h

Mount Sinai hike and monastery visit

• Hotel pickup in Sharm El Sheikh
• Coach transfer to Mount Sinai
• Nighttime climb to Mount Sinai summit
• Watch sunrise at summit
• Descend from Mount Sinai
• Visit St. Catherine’s Monastery
• Return transfer to Sharm El Sheikh hotel

The experience

The climb itself is the centerpiece: you leave your Sharm el Sheikh hotel in the evening and travel by air-conditioned coach to Mount Sinai's base. A Bedouin guide leads the nighttime ascent up approximately 750 steps and uneven terrain to the summit at 2,285 meters (7,497 feet), where you wait for sunrise. The darkness and the physical effort of the climb are what make the arrival at the top (watching light break across the Sinai Peninsula) the payoff. You descend afterward, which takes less time than the climb.

St. Catherine's Monastery comes next. Located at the base of Mount Sinai, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's oldest continuously operating monasteries. The tour includes a visit to its historic religious landmarks and the Holy Valley. From there, the air-conditioned vehicle returns you to your hotel, arriving around 1:00 PM. The entire experience runs 17 hours from pickup to drop-off.

A tour guide provides a full briefing before the climb and accompanies you throughout the day. Flashlights are supplied (one per two travelers), and bottled water is included. You'll need sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing: temperatures at the summit during the early morning are cold. The climb is challenging and requires at least moderate physical fitness. It is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or during pregnancy.

What’s included

• Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm el Sheikh.
• a tour guide in English, Italian, Arabic or Russian.
• a Bedouin guide leading the summit climb.
• one flashlight per two travelers.
• bottled water.
• and air-conditioned vehicle transport for the entire day.

Before you book

Lasts 17h, runs Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 20:00, from US$ 27 per person, with a live guide in English, Italian, Arabic and Russian and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesWednesday, Friday and SundayDeparts at 20:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 45

Live guideEnglish, Italian, Arabic and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 10

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by NASS TOURS

Is this one for you?This is a shared tour with a fixed schedule and a Bedouin guide on the mountain itself, which suits travelers who want the expertise and safety of a local guide for the nighttime climb but prefer not to arrange their own transport or navigate the route alone. The early evening start and 1:00 PM return fit a single day in Sharm el Sheikh without cutting into the rest of your itinerary.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Italian, Arabic and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

How many steps are there on the Mount Sinai climb?

Mount Sinai has approximately 750 steps to the summit, though the path also includes uneven terrain beyond the steps themselves. The Bedouin guide leads you safely up in darkness and down after sunrise.

What is St. Catherine's Monastery and why is it worth visiting?

St. Catherine's Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the base of Mount Sinai and one of the world's oldest continuously operating monasteries. The tour includes access to its historic religious landmarks and the Holy Valley, giving context to the region's spiritual significance.

What time do I return to my hotel?

The tour concludes with a return to your Sharm el Sheikh hotel around 1:00 PM, making it a full 17-hour experience from the evening pickup through the descent and monastery visit.

What should I bring or wear for the climb?

Sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing are strongly recommended, especially for the early-morning hike when temperatures at the summit are cold. A flashlight is provided (one per two travelers), and bottled water is included.

Is the climb difficult, and who can do it?

The climb is challenging with many steps and uneven terrain, requiring at least moderate physical fitness. It is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or during pregnancy. Children are welcome from age 4, and infants can sit on an adult's lap.