sightseeing at Sharm Star Tours. City tour in sharm El sheikh, Colored Canyon & Dahab, Jerusalem from Sharm By Bus and Mount Sinai (Moses Mountain) From Sharm El-sheikh
City tour in sharm El sheikh
Highlights:
- This private afternoon tour picks you up from your hotel around 4:00 PM.
- Visit Al Mustafa Mosque, the largest and most well-decorated mosque in the city.
- Explore the oldest church in Sharm El Sheikh, admiring its icons and religious decorations.
- Spend free time browsing the Old Market in the city’s oldest area.
- Enjoy Naama Bay, the main commercial center of Sharm El Sheikh.
- Your guide can recommend and take you to other places based on your interests and time permitting
$40.00
Colored Canyon & Dahab
Highlights:
- Early morning pick-up from your hotel around 6:0AM in an air-conditioned Land Cruiser.
- Scenic two-hour drive through the desert.
- Guided hike for one hour through the Colored Canyon, a natural wonder with colorful rock formations.
- Drive to Dahab city for lunch at a peaceful restaurant with Red Sea views.
- Free time to explore Dahab, known for its large shopping area in South Sinai and local Egyptian handicrafts.
- Return transfer to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh (duration not specified)
$25.00
Jerusalem from Sharm By Bus
Highlights:
- This is a one-day trip from Sharm El Sheikh to Jerusalem with a stop at the Dead Sea.
Itinerary:
- Pick-up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
- 2.5-hour drive to the Taba/Israeli border crossing.
- Drive through the Negev Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth.
- Free time to float in the Dead Sea’s mineral-rich waters and try the mud, known for its therapeutic properties. (Bring your swimsuit and towel!)
- Continue to Jerusalem with a stop at the Mount of Olives for panoramic views.
- Guided tour of Jerusalem, including:
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre, believed to be built on the site of Jesus’ crucifixion and burial.
- Western Wall (Wailing Wall), a holy site for Judaism.
- Dome of the Rock, an Islamic shrine.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Free time for souvenir shopping.
- Walk along the Via Dolorosa, the path Jesus is believed to have walked carrying his cross.
- Visit the Garden of Gethsemane (if time permits).
- Drive through the Armenian and Jewish Quarters, including the Last Supper Room at Mount Zion.
- Border crossing and return transfer to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
$110.00
Mount Sinai (Moses Mountain) From Sharm El-sheikh
Highlights:
- This is a challenging overnight trip from Sharm El Sheikh to climb Mount Sinai (also known as Mount Moses) and visit St. Catherine’s Monastery.
Itinerary:
- Late night pick-up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh (around 10:00 PM).
- 2.5-hour transfer by air-conditioned van or bus to St. Catherine’s city.
- Hike up Mount Sinai between 1:30 AM and 2:30 AM (2-3 hours by foot or camel – cost not mentioned).
- Reach the summit for a spectacular sunrise view.
- Descend the mountain in the morning.
- Visit St. Catherine’s Monastery (open from 9:00 AM to noon, closed Sundays and Fridays) including:
- Burning Bush site (believed to be where God spoke to Moses)
- Church of the Transfiguration
- Moses Well
- Monastery museum and icon gallery
- Enjoy breakfast at a hotel near the monastery.
- Relaxing drive back to Sharm El Sheikh (arrive between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM).
Be aware:
- This trip involves a very early departure and a challenging hike. Be sure you are physically fit for this activity.
- Warm clothes are recommended for the climb, as temperatures can be cool at night at high altitude.
- Monastery opening hours are limited, so plan accordingly.
$30.00
Private Tour: St Catherine’s Monastery and Moses’ Mountain at Sunrise
Highlights:
Luxury and Convenience:
- Pick-up from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel in a limousine (around 10:00 PM).
- Relaxing transfer by air-conditioned limousine for approximately 2.5 hours to St. Catherine’s city.
Hike and Sunrise:
- Hike up Mount Sinai between 1:30 AM and 2:30 AM (2-3 hours by foot or camel – cost not mentioned).
- Reach the summit for a breathtaking sunrise view.
St. Catherine’s Monastery:
- Descend the mountain in the morning.
- Note: Monastery opening hours are limited (9:00 AM to noon, closed Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays).
- Guided tour of the monastery (if open) including:
- Burning Bush site (believed to be where God spoke to Moses)
- Church of the Transfiguration
- Moses Well
- Monastery museum and icon gallery
- Enjoy breakfast at a hotel near the monastery.
Return:
- Relaxing drive back to Sharm El Sheikh (arrive between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM).
Important Considerations:
- This trip involves a very early departure and a challenging hike. Be sure you are physically fit for this activity.
- Warm clothes are recommended for the climb, as temperatures can be cool at night at high altitude.
- Monastery opening hours are limited, so there’s a chance you might not be able to enter depending on the day.
$170.00
St. Catherine’s Monastery
Highlights:
- This is a day trip from Sharm El Sheikh to visit St. Catherine’s Monastery and Dahab city.
Itinerary:
- Early morning pick-up from your hotel around 6:00 AM (air-conditioned van).
- Bring your passport, but a visa is not required, only a Sinai stamp.
- Approximately 3-hour drive to St. Catherine’s Monastery.
- Guided tour of the monastery with your English-speaking guide, including:
- Cemetery
- Garden
- Church
- Burning Bush (believed to be where God spoke to Moses)
- Moses Well
- Mosque
- Free time to explore the monastery grounds and take pictures.
- Drive to Dahab city for lunch at a peaceful restaurant overlooking the Red Sea.
- Optional shopping time in Dahab, known for its nice shopping centers.
- Relaxing return drive to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh (around 4:30 PM)
$25.00
Visit to Saint Catherine’s Monastery and Dahab from Sharm El Sheikh
Highlights:
Children under 5 years old are free, 5-12 years old – $12.
Departure from hotels from 05:00, depending on the location of the hotel. Return by 16:30-17:30
$22.00