⛪ St. Catherine, White Canyon & Oasis
Full-Day Jeep Safari to Ancient Monastery & Desert Wonders
Explore UNESCO-listed St. Catherine’s Monastery, trek through dazzling White Canyon formations, and enjoy Bedouin hospitality at Ain Khudra Oasis on this 4WD desert adventure from Dahab.
🌟 Key Highlights 🌟
🏰 St. Catherine’s Monastery: World’s oldest functioning Christian monastery
🏜️ White Canyon: Dramatic limestone formations with brilliant white hues
🌴 Ain Khudra Oasis: Traditional Bedouin lunch in palm-shaded desert camp
📜 Ancient Treasures: See 6th-century icons and manuscripts collection
📅 Tour Program
Daily Schedule:
- 08:00 AM – Hotel pickup in Dahab
- 10:00 AM – Arrive at St. Catherine’s Monastery
- 11:30 AM – Explore White Canyon formations
- 01:00 PM – Bedouin lunch at Ain Khudra Oasis
- 02:30 PM – Desert relaxation & tea ceremony
- 03:30 PM – Begin return journey
- 05:00 PM – Hotel drop-off in Dahab
📦 Inclusions & Exclusions
Included:
- Hotel transfers in air-conditioned 4WD
- National Park entrance fees
- Bedouin guide services
- Traditional lunch & refreshments
- Bottled water throughout
Excluded:
- Monastery museum entrance
- Personal purchases
- Guide gratuities
- Sunday/religious holiday visits
ℹ️ Additional Tour Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Trip Capacity | 1 to 5 persons per trip |
| Maximum Group Size | Not more than 25 persons |
| Tipping | 10% of the tour price |
| Payment | Due upon arrival |
| Private Trip Requests | Contact EL Pharaon via Phone/WhatsApp: +201055441595 |
| Passport Requirement | Bring your passport and send a copy via email for permissions (required for Exodus and all trips) |
| Booking & Cancellation | Book at least 2 days in advance; cancellations accepted up to 1 day before. For Exodus trips, book at least 1 month in advance; cancellations accepted up to 15 days before. |
| Exodus Private & Self-Drive | For Exodus private and self-drive trips, contact EL Pharaon via Phone/WhatsApp: +201055441595 |
⏰ Tour Details
Duration:9 hours (approx)Departure Days:Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, SatGroup Size:Small group adventureDifficulty:Moderate walking required
🎒 What to Bring
- Sturdy walking shoes
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
- Modest clothing for monastery visit
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera with extra memory
Important Notes:
- Monastery closed Sundays & Orthodox holidays
- Friday visits 09:00-11:30 only
- Not suitable for mobility-impaired visitors
- Free cancellation 48 hours prior