Visits to Sharm El Sheikh
White Canyon & Ain Khunra 4×4 Tour
Discover the breathtaking White Canyon of Sinai with this 4×4 tour and relax by the palm trees at the Ain Khudra Oasis.
Discover the White Canyon of Sinai and the Ain Khudra Oasis
At 8 am, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Sharm el-Sheikh and drive to the north of the Sinai Peninsula to visit the White Canyon. After a 2-hour 4×4 drive through the desert, we’ll arrive at this impressive rock formation.
We’ll hop off the 4×4 and stop for a little while to take in the scenery. We’ll then begin a 1.5-hour walk through the gorges to cross the canyon. As we walk, you’ll see how the walls gradually get whiter and whiter!
At the end of the journey, we’ll make a short stop to enjoy a typical Bedouin tea at the oasis of Ain Khudra – the perfect reward for all your hard work!
Then, we’ll get back in the 4×4 and head towards the city of Dahab, where we’ll stop at a local restaurant for a well-deserved traditional lunch.
With a full stomach, we’ll make our way back to Sharm el-Sheikh, where we’ll drop you back at your hotel at 4 pm.
Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine’s Monastery
Experience sunrise from the top of Mount Sinai, one of the most important sacred places in Judaism, Christianity and Islam alike, from where you can see the oldest Christian Monastery still in operation.
Itinerary
At your preferred time, we’ll pick you up in Sharm El Sheikh, heading into the very centre of the Sinai peninsula.
Then, after approximately two and a half hours on a bus, we’ll arrive at the mountainous region of the area, where we’ll begin our night ascent of Mount Sinai, climbing the 750 steps which lead to the summit. The effort will be worth it, as we’ll see the sunrise from the peak, in the very same spot where Moses is said to have received the 10 commandments of the Old Testament.
Having climbed back down, we’ll fuel up with the packed breakfasts from the hotel, then visit St. Catherine’s Monastery at the foot of the mountain – the oldest in all Christendom. This UNESCO World Heritage Site from the 6th century is surrounded by walls, but crossing them we’ll visit the Basilica of the Transfiguration, an Orthodox-Christian temple with a stunning artistic heritage.
The monastery has a large collection of codices, old bibles which make it the second most important collection in the world, only surpassed by the Vatican archives. Outside we’ll see the burning bush in which Moses saw an angel, according to the bible.
With the visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery over, we’ll begin the return journey to Sharm El Sheikh, arriving about 15 hours after departure.
Important Information
- Climbing Mount Sinai means climbing 750 stairs. We recommend that you bring water, as well as wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
- On Sundays, the Saint Catherine Monastery is closed and therefore an interior visit will not be possible
- Please ask your hotel to make you a packed breakfast, as this is not included in the price of the excursion.
Sharm El Sheikh Parasailing
Enjoy incredible views of the Red Sea in a unique way: parasailing in Sharm el-Sheikh is one of the most fun water activities in this lively beach area!
Sharm El Sheikh Parasailing
At a time of your choice, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Sharm el-Sheikh. From there, we’ll take you to the beach to enjoy this thrilling adventure on the Red Sea.
Once we arrive at the beach, we’ll give you a brief introductory talk about the activity we’re about to do. We’ll then get on the speedboat ready to start our Sharm el-Sheikh parasailing experience.
Having sailed away from the coast, we’ll help you to put on the harness and attach you to the parachute, so all you need to worry about is enjoying the experience. Are you ready to fly above Sharm el-Sheikh and the Red Sea?
Little by little, you’ll feel yourself soaring into the sky as the adrenaline rushes through your body – it’s going to be a thrilling experience! During the 10 to 15 minute parasailing flight, you’ll enjoy some of the most incredible views of Sharm el-Sheikh and the Red Sea.
Finally, we’ll return to dry land and take you back to your hotel.
Snorkel in the Ras Mohamed National Park
Fauna, flora, and spectacular landscapes come together in the Ras Mohamed National Park, one of Egypt’s environmental jewels. Enjoy its delightful environment snorkelling off its coast.
Itinerary
The tour will pick you up at your hotel at the indicated time, to make our way to the port area of Sharm El Sheikh.
Our boat journey to the Ras Mohamed National Park will allow us to see the intense blues and turquoise of the Red Sea – this area of the Egyptian coast boasts a magnificent environmental wealth, shown at its best in the national park.
The boat will dock at several points in the park to enjoy the variety of wildlife: a stopping point for the white stork, who rests in this natural paradise during its migrations.
The floral life is equally varied beneath the waves: we’ll confirm so snorkelling off the coast. Its colourful fish and coral reefs make this a favourite for dive enthusiasts worldwide.
Back on the boat, we’ll enjoy a buffet lunch on board, including salad, rice, pasta and kofta. This last dish is an Egyptian staple, a kebab made with minced meat. The menu includes either water or a soft drink.
Then we’ll launch once more from the park, sailing along the Sinai peninsula, and arriving back at the Sharm El Sheikh port where we climb on a bus to take you back to your hotel, arriving after around 5-6 hours.
Desert Safari and Snorkel in the Blue Hole
Feel the adrenaline flow with this safari across the Egyptian Desert. We’ll surf the dunes in a 4×4, ride a camel across the Dahab beaches, and snorkel in the Blue Hole.
Desert Safari and Snorkel in the Blue Hole
The tour will pick you up from your hotel around 7 am, and hit the road, into the Egyptian Sinai desert.
We’ll enjoy a safari across the desert on board a 4×4 quad bike, an all-terrain vehicle which allows us to access the most inaccessible parts of the desert, admiring their untouched, unspoilt natural beauty. The rocks, dunes and sand make for a majestic and exotic environment, to photograph and immortalise, although the memory itself is sure to stick with you for life!
Then we’ll ride on camelback to the Dahab beaches, learning about these incredible creatures, who live in extreme conditions beneath the desert sun. In the coastal Dahab region, you’ll have time to snorkel in the Blue Hole.
The Blue Hole is a natural formation which came about as a consequence of the sea erosion on the rock. This is one of the best places to dive in the Red Sea, and you’ll be able to see the reefs and fish that live inside this unusual sea formation off the Egyptian coast.
We’ll fuel up with a buffet lunch, then make our way back to the hotels of Sharm El Sheikh, arriving around 3 pm.
Changes to the itinerary
Quad bike access to the nature reserve cannot always be guaranteed due to the fact that it’s protected. In this case, the 4×4 tour will take place outside the reserve at the end of the tour.
Sinai Desert Trip with Dinner and Show
Explore the sands of Sinai in a 4×4 with this excursion where you can also enjoy an authentic spectacle and Bedouin dinner.
Itinerary
Around 3:30 pm we’ll pick you up at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, hitting the road to the desert found on the Sinai peninsula.
Once the palms disappear, and we reach the arid desert lands, we’ll climb the dunes which replace them in a quad or buggy, depending on your preference. We’ll make our first stop just as the sun sets over the Sinai Desert.
Then we’ll head to a traditional Bedouin town, where we’ll learn the way of life of these nomadic inhabitants of Northern Africa. We’ll enjoy a typical Bedouin buffet dinner (water and soft drinks included), with salads and different types of rice and pasta, as well as the famous kofta – a delicious kebab type dish made from minced meat, and popular across the Arab world.
Then with dinner over, you’ll have the opportunity to observe the innumerable stars over the desert through a telescope, a truly magical experience. Then the evening comes to a close with a display of Bedouin dancing, where we’ll enjoy a demonstration of the main dances of these famously romantic people.
After the performance, we’ll return to our starting point, where we’ll take a bus back to Sharm El Sheikh, arriving at about 7:30 pm.
Day Trip to Petra
Feel like Indiana Jones in ‘The Last Crusade‘ with this day trip to Petra, the Jordanian city which was once the capital of the Nabataeans.
Day Trip to Petra
At the indicated time, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh to begin this excursion. Are you ready?
We’ll arrive at the Nuweibaa port, around two hours away on the Sinai Peninsula, where we’ll climb aboard the ferry which will take us to Aqaba, around two hours away.
Here we’ll climb aboard the bus that will take us on a 2-hour trip to Petra. While there, we’ll visit the Petra archaeological site, the ancient capital of the Nabataeans. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is most famous for ‘The Treasury’ (Al Khazneh) a stunning temple carved into the sandstone rock, and perhaps most famous as the resting place of the Holy Grail in the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
We’ll also visit the remains of the amphitheatre and the Corinthian tomb, genuine archaeological jewels in the Jordanian desert. We’ll learn about the Nabataean civilisation and the importance of this place for both Romans and Arabs throughout history through the incredible stories which this site holds in every stone.
With the visit to the archaeological site complete, we’ll refuel with an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch in Petra.
Then we’ll head back to the Aqaba port by bus, from here taking the ferry up to Nuweibaa, on the Sinai peninsula. From here we’ll take the bus back to your hotels, arriving around 10 pm.
After eating, we’ll return by bus to the port of Aqaba. From here, we’ll board the ferry back to Nuweibaa. Then, we’ll get on the bus again which will take us to Sharm el-Sheij, where we’ll arrive at your hotel after around 21 hours.
Sharm el-Sheij Horseback Ride
Breathtaking landscapes on the shores of the Red Sea await us on this horseback ride through Sharm el-Sheikh. We’ll also stop at a Bedouin camp for tea in the middle of the desert while admiring the vast landscapes of the Sinai.
Sharm el-Sheij Horseback Ride
At 3 pm, we’ll pick you up at your hotel in Sharm el-Sheikh and take you to a stable in this Egyptian Red Sea resort.
After arriving at the riding center, we’ll greet the Arabian horses. After learning a few simple safety rules, we’ll choose the steed that best suits each rider and start riding. It’ll be an unforgettable riding tour!
We’ll begin this hour-long horseback riding tour in Sharm el-Sheikh, riding along its breathtaking beaches on the shores of the Red Sea. This area of Egypt, located south of the Sinai Peninsula, has coastlines that stretch as far as the eye can see.
Once we have become more comfortable on horseback, we’ll ride into the desert of Sharm el-Sheikh to visit a Bedouin camp. There we’ll pause for tea and exchange stories and experiences with members of this nomadic people.
Lastly, we’ll ride back to the stable and from this equestrian center, we’ll return to your hotel, arriving at 6 pm.
Night Tour of Sharm El-Sheikh
On this night tour of Sharm El-Sheikh, you’ll discover the magic of this beautiful Egyptian city located between the Sinai Peninsula desert and the Red Sea. Immerse yourself in the mystery and bewitching atmosphere!
Discover Sharm El-Sheikh by Night
At the time shown, you’ll be picked up from your Sharm El-Sheikh hotel to begin the night tour around the city. Let’s go!
Your first stop will be at the famous Al Mustafa mosque, located right in the centre of the city. This imposing, yet solemn structure immediately catches the eye of any passerby, with its shining white marble façade and soaring minarets. Did you know that these minarets stand 72 metres (236 feet) tall? Unbelievable!
Next, you’ll visit the Heavenly Cathedral, the largest Coptic Orthodox temple in Sharm El-Sheikh. Located in the Hay El Nour neighbourhood, this beautiful church boasts amazing frescos, intricately hand-painted stained glass windows and majestic interior decorations. You’ll be rightly fascinated!
Follow on from this, you’ll head to the Old Market, where tradition and modernity perfectly mingle. There, you’ll be able to delve right into the local atmosphere that Sharm El-Sheikh offers, as you pass by the herbs, spices and artisan stalls. Be sure to pick yourself up a souvenir!
In the heart of the market also lies the Al Sahaba mosque, one of the most photographed sites in the city, for which reason you’ll uncover immediately. Massive and with a fairytale-like atmosphere, it’s the newest temple in Sharm El-Sheikh. Did you know it was finished being built in 2016? Impressive!
The night tour will then continue towards Naama Bay, an area known specifically for its raring nightlife, and then onto Soho Square. It’s here that the final finishing touches will be put on your night tour, as you take in the spectacle of water and lights in the square’s central fountain. The perfect way to finish a very magical evening!
Finally, you’ll bid farewell to your fellow night tour companions at the meeting point where you set off 7 hours later.
Schedule
Please keep in mind that if you do this tour in the wintertime, the sun sets at around 4:30 pm, this will allow you to see all the city lights after dark!
Sinai Desert Quad bike Tour
Fall in love with the reds, purples, oranges and ochres which can be found at sunrise and sunset in the Egyptian desert. Head straight for adventure with this quad bike excursion!
Sinai Desert Quad Bike Tour
At the scheduled time, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh and make our way by bus to the Egyptian desert found on the Sinai peninsula.
To tackle the dunes we find on our way, we’ll cut through the desert on quad bikes, allowing you to explore the desert in a fun, safe way and enjoy every corner of this spectacular landscape.
At the halfway point, we’ll stop for a traditional Bedouin tea whose sweet taste and aromatic scent will give us the necessary strength to continue basing dunes! Then we’ll stop again at either sunrise or sunset, depending on the chosen option, to admit the natural spectacle that is the light filtered through the Sinai desert air.
Having seen the sun rise or set, we’ll head back on our quad bikes, returning to the same departure point. From here we’ll take the bus back to the hotels of Sharm El Sheikh.
Sunrise or Sunset in the Desert
You can choose to take this tour either in the morning or the evening:
- The sunrise quad tour leaves at 4 am, returning to the hotels at around 7 am.
- The sunset quad tour leaves at 3:30 pm, returning to hotels at around 6 pm.
Important Information
A driving license is not necessary for this activity.
