I would like to encourage the passionate travelers to inform yourselves a little bit more before visiting this place. My friend and me were in Egypt a few days ago, and was planning to visit this place, until we discovered it is mostly a touristic-very crowded place of just tradition, and for us personally, with not so much meaning. If... more

As I live at times in Nuweiba and at other times in Cairo, I have the opportunity to visit more often the St Catherine Monastery and relish and enjoy every visit unless it is too crowded. I have been with my aunt twice, my family once, my mother once and sometimes with other Europeans staying in Nuweiba. The monastery is... more

Even with its anciente history, the place inst worth the 2 and half hour drive. The flamming bush hasnt got that much to see and even with true ancient stuff all around I don't suggest it to general people (unless your a true religious adept ou an historical professional). more

We visited St Catherine's Monastery during a holiday to Sharm El Sheikh. I would recommend saving your money as the place is extremely boring. It's a three hour trip from Sharm through desert and rocks which although barren is actually the highlight of the trip and a testament to the human spirit when you see the harsh conditions the bedouins... more

i loved this monastery. the head monk was brillant he showed us the neatest things. i was able to kiss the hand and the skull of st. catherine because my group new the head monk. we recieved free pictures of the monastery. i was overly pleased with the tour. the monks may not be the nicest, but accept that as... more

Yes I agree the Monks are very unfriendly, however that didn't deter me I loved the monastery and all its history and I just ignored them. Theres a lovely little hotel in St Catherines Village called Daniela made from stone, quaint very clean and very friendly hospitable staff more

Well it was clean,but most of the staff seemed unfriendly. I wouldn't stay here again. Mount Sinai itseldf though was fantastic. I so enjoyed the climb up and down. The monastery is ok. The Icons are breathtaking. I wish the monks looked friendlier and the staff. more