High in the granite heart of Sinai stands St. Catherine Monastery, among the oldest Christian communities on earth still in daily use and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This full-day outing carries you there from Sharm El Sheikh Marina to walk among its ancient manuscripts and sacred treasures.
The return leg pauses in the seaside town of Dahab for lunch and a stretch of free time to enjoy local life. Private transport, a knowledgeable guide, and a well-timed return to your ship keep the day balanced between history, culture, and coastal calm.
Step inside one of Christianity's most venerable sanctuaries on this full-day shore excursion from Sharm El Sheikh Marina. The UNESCO-listed St. Catherine Monastery anchors the day, followed by a traditional lunch in Dahab, time to browse the local shops, and a comfortable return to your cruise ship.
Your day begins dockside at Sharm El Sheikh Marina, where a private guide is waiting to greet you. Settle into an air-conditioned vehicle for the scenic crossing of the Sinai Peninsula toward St. Catherine Monastery, tucked at the base of sacred Mount Sinai.
On arrival you step into a religious community that has kept its doors open since the 6th century — one of the oldest working Christian monasteries anywhere and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Byzantine stonework, priceless icons, and a library of ancient manuscripts fill the grounds, and your guide brings its biblical roots and long role as a pilgrimage destination vividly to life. (Do note the monastery welcomes no visitors on Saturdays or Sundays.)
From the mountains you descend to the coast and the pretty town of Dahab, where a hearty lunch awaits at a local restaurant looking out over the Red Sea.
With the meal behind you, the afternoon opens up: wander Dahab's colourful lanes, browse the shops for handmade crafts and keepsakes, or simply slow down and soak in the town's easygoing mood.
As the day closes, relax for the drive back to Sharm El Sheikh Marina, arriving comfortably before your ship sets sail and carrying home memories of Sinai's deep history and striking scenery.
Summer Rates Per Person from (May till September):
| Single | $460 |
| 2:3 Persons | $265 Per Person |
| 4:7 Persons | $165 Per Person |
| 8:15 Persons | $150 Per Person |
| 16:20 Persons | $140 Per Person |
| 21:30 Persons | $130 Per Person |
| 31:40 Persons | $120 Per Person |
Winter Rates Per Person from (October till April):
| Single | $470 |
| 2:3 Persons | $275 Per Person |
| 4:7 Persons | $175 Per Person |
| 8:15 Persons | $160 Per Person |
| 16:20 Persons | $150 Per Person |
| 21:30 Persons | $140 Per Person |
| 31:40 Persons | $130 Per Person |
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Because the travel market shifts with the seasons and with what suppliers can actually deliver, the rates we advertise are not permanent and can be revised at any moment without advance warning. The reassuring part: the second we receive your deposit or your payment in full, that figure is frozen and protected for the rest of your booking.
Here is what a Min Travel package typically puts in your hands:
For the precise list of what is and is not covered, always refer to the confirmation and itinerary tied to your own reservation.
Holiday Supplement: Trips and Nile Cruises falling over Christmas, New Year, or Easter carry a 25% surcharge, a reflection of how heavily these peak dates are booked.
How much you pay upfront to lock in a Min Travel booking comes down to what you are reserving, so our terms are grouped by service type:
The instant your payment goes through, we email you a written confirmation, a personalized itinerary, and your travel documents, and every payment you make comes with its own receipt.
Life doesn't always go to plan, and we get that. Here is how a cancellation is handled, measured against your arrival date:
Where money is owed back to you, expect it within 14 business days from the day we receive your cancellation in writing. Do keep in mind that individual hotels and certain cruises enforce tougher rules of their own, and any such condition will be spelled out plainly in your itinerary.
Families are always welcome aboard our tours, and we price younger travelers on a sliding scale:
These reduced rates hold only where a child shares a room with two adults who are each paying in full. Bear in mind that a handful of luxury hotels and Nile Cruises set their own conditions for younger guests, and any such restriction that touches your trip will appear in your itinerary.
Beyond the standard package there are a number of extra experiences you can choose to add. Reserve them ahead of time or sort them out on the spot once you are there, availability permitting. A few of the favorites travelers pick up:
You can pay for these add-ons in either USD or Egyptian pounds (EGP). Booking early is wise, all the more so when you are traveling in the busy season.
Our packages cover a great deal, but a few costs fall outside them and are worth setting money aside for:
It helps to keep a little Egyptian currency (EGP) on hand as you go, particularly for tipping and for picking things up in the local markets.
In Egypt, tipping (known as "baksheesh") is simply how good service is acknowledged. No one is obliged to tip, but the gesture goes a long way and is warmly received. As a rough guide:
Gratuities sit outside your package price, so it's worth keeping a few small USD or EGP notes within easy reach for the moments they're called for.
Egypt is at its most welcoming in the winter, roughly November to February, when mild temperatures make wandering around the pyramids and temples a pleasure rather than an endurance test. It's wise to steer clear of high summer (June to August), when the mercury can climb past 40°C (104°F) across much of the country.
Before you arrive, make sure the following are sorted:
By and large, yes. Egypt puts considerable effort into protecting visitors, particularly at major attractions and in the larger cities, so tourists are generally well looked after. As with any trip abroad, it's still smart to review your government's current travel advisories and keep an eye on local news before and during your visit.
Pulling an Egypt trip together is straightforward once you work through it step by step:
No, gratuities aren't built into the tour price. Tipping, known locally as "baksheesh," is woven into everyday life in Egypt, and it's customary to reward guides, drivers, and hotel staff directly. A sensible approach is to let the quality of service guide you, generally in the region of 10-15% of the bill or service cost.
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