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Colored Canyon and Mount Sinai Desert Safari Trip from Sharm El Sheikh

Price Starting From : $95

Summertime (June to August) in Sharm el-Sheikh is warm, with highs often reaching over 40°C (104°F). It's a beautiful time of year to swim and tan, but you need also take precautions to avoid the intense heat and drink lots of water.

Experience a thrilling jeep tour through the Sinai Peninsula, exploring the Colored Canyon and Blue Hole dive sites. Enjoy the vibrant rock formations, coral reefs, and charming coastal town of Dahab. Ride a camel and enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch in a traditional Bedouin tent. Enjoy the timeless allure of the desert while exploring the Sinai Peninsula.

Discover with us the most spectacular sightseeing in Sinai with our Colored Canyon and Mount Sinai Safari Trip that starts every day like most of our Sharm El Sheikh tours and discover the desert of Sinai.

This tour will take you to visit the Monastery of St. Catherine, the oldest Christian church in the history of Christianity in Egypt. Next, you will move to Nuweiba to be overwhelmed by the spectacular Coloured Canyon which is a unique natural formation that is unparalleled in the middle of the Sinai for nearly 800 meters long and it's formed of sandstone rocks of yellow, purple, red, magenta colors that will truly satisfy your eyes upon seeing it.

you can visit and see more of Egypt trips in Sharm with Sharm Elshikh day tours and also Sharm el Sheikh shore excursions. You can also enjoy our Mount Sinai Tours to discover the history of Sinai through the Cairo Overnight tours.

 

 

Inclusion
  • Transportation services by Cairo Top Tours from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh and back.
  • Travel in an air-conditioned 4-wheel drive vehicle.
  • A certified local guide will be with you throughout all our Egypt Tours.
  • Entry fee to Saint Catherine is covered in the Colored Canyon and Mount Sinai Safari Trip.
  • A complimentary bottle of mineral water is provided during all our Sharm El Sheikh excursions.
  • All service charges and taxes are included.
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Cairo Top Tours' tour leader will transport you from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh for an exciting Egypt Day Tour. Discover Sinai's iconic landmarks during our daily Colored Canyon and Mount Sinai Safari Trip. Travel by a private 4-wheel drive vehicle to the historic Saint Catherine's Monastery, located at 1570 meters above sea level, where the Prophet Moses is believed to have encountered the Burning Bush.

Saint Catherine's Monastery, situated at the base of Mount Sinai, dates back to the 6th century and was built during Emperor Justinian I's reign. Named in the 11th century, it honours Saint Catherine, a Christian martyr from Alexandria.

Continue your adventure to the stunning Colored Canyon, a narrow valley with vividly coloured rock formations. Perfect for short walks and photography, the canyon's mineral-rich walls display a breathtaking array of colours.

Drive through Wadi Watir, a picturesque route linking Nuweiba and Nakhl, to the canyon. Explore its vibrant geological wonders before heading back to Nuweiba for a refreshing swim in Aqaba Bay. Finally, return to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

Full-day 4x4 safari tour into the Sinai desert to the coloured canyon to discover its beauty and charm.

Price

1 Person

$270.00 Per Person

2 - 3 Persons

$140.00 Per Person

4 - 6 Persons

$125.00 Per Person

7 - 10 Persons

$95.00 Per Person

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Even though it isn't too chilly to wear a T-shirt and shorts during the day, you may want to bring a lightweight jacket or sweater for the chilly evenings. The daily average temperature ranges from a high of 24 degrees Celsius to a low of 14 degrees Celsius.

Some government buildings offer free WiFi access. There are many coffee shops in the city and your hotel where you can use the Internet for free. The majority of hotels provide broadband Internet access, but in some cases there may be a fee.
 

It is situated 210 kilometers from Cairo's largest metropolis in the Sinai area. The Colored Canyon is 30 meters deep and 800 meters long. The Egyptian settlement of Nuweiba, which is compact and laid-back, is closest to Colored Canyon.

The Colored Canyon is a unique natural formation located in the Sinai Peninsula. It is known for its vibrant and diverse colors caused by the different mineral and rock formations. The canyon offers stunning hiking opportunities and breathtaking views.

Situated on the Sinai Peninsula, the Colored Canyon is roughly 210 miles distant from Cairo. It is closest to the town of Nuweiba. Relatively small compared some of the other villages along the peninsula, Nuweiba is the closest settlement to the canyon.

Credit cards are accepted everywhere in Cairo and other major cities in Egypt. Credit cards are accepted in hotels, eateries, retail shops, pharmacies, supermarkets, and at tourist markets in Aswan and Luxor. Although American Express, Visa and Mastercard are the most common credit card brands in Egypt, we still recommend carrying cash when shopping at street markets.

Tipping is customary in Sharm El Sheikh, especially in restaurants and for tour guides. A tip of around 10% is generally appreciated.

Mount St. Catherine or Mount St. Katrina or mount Tor Sinai is located in the South Sinai governorate in Egypt, and it is considered one of the highest mountains in Sinai and its height is 2.629 m above sea level, snow falls on the mountain in winter like the rest of the mountains of the South Sinai region.

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