1 Day Trip to St. Catherine Monastery from Sharm el Sheikh
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1 Day Trip to St. Catherine Monastery from Sharm el Sheikh.
The monastery: Situated at the base of the mountain where Moses
received the Ten Commandments, St Catherine's Monastery is one of the
most famous in the world. Built between 527 and 565 AD, it is believed
to be built around Moses' Burning Bush. The Monastery is named after St Catherine
who was tortured and beheaded for her Christian beliefs. During your
visit you will see chapel Greek Orthodox Church, the icons of worship
and the famous Mosaic of Transfiguration.
Departure
after breakfast from hotel for a 2 1/2 hours drive to one of the oldest
monasteries, St. Catherine, which lies between two mountains at a
height of 1570 meters. You will visit the Chapel of the Burning Bush,
which was built over the tire roots of the Holy Thorne bush, where God
spoke to Moses. You can also see the beautiful Byzantine mosaics and
enjoy an amazing collection of icons. Driving back, through Dahab for 1
hour, a small city close to the sea shore, where you have the chance to
do some shopping.
1 Day Trip to St. Catherine Monastery from Sharm el Sheikh. Visit St. Catherine Monastery from Sharm and see where Moses received the 10 Commandments from God at the foot of Mount Sinai.
Including
- All transfers by A-C van ,English speaking guide , Entrance fees , Lunch
Excludes
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
What you have to take with you?
- Passport ,A breakfast box , Sun glasses , Comfortable shoes , Cotton clothes in summer , Warm clothes in winter , Photo/Video Camera
Trip DeTrip Details
Wednesday, Monday, Thursday &Tuesday
7:00 am
2:00 pm
| Price | Offer | ||
| Adult | 25 GBP | 20 GBP | |
| Child | 13 GBP | 10 GBP | |
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