Egypt's Sinai Peninsula: Not Just a Desert to Wander In for 40 Years

The Sinai Peninsula of Egypt is largely overlooked by modern tourists in favor of Cairo and the Pyramids at Giza.

There is much to see and explore here, however, including Mount Sinai, where Moses received the Ten Commandments from God himself, and where the location of the Burning Bush can still be seen today. At the foot of the mountain is St. Catherine's Monastery, a centuries old bastion of Eastern Orthodox Christianity and the home to many original icons and artifacts, including a letter of protection written and signed by Mohammed himself, the Prophet of Islam.

From the monastery, visitors can embark upon a pre-dawn camel ride up the mountain to see the sunrise from the top of Mount Sinai. Looking east toward the Red Sea and Saudi Arabia, to see the sun rise over the craggy desert where the Israelites wandered for forty years is an experience that you'll take with you for the rest of your life.

From here, a short busride eastward over that craggy desert will bring you to the Red Sea itself, within view of the shores of Saudi Arabia, where you can find many luxury oceanside resorts for you and the whole family to enjoy.

But the possibilities don't end there. A short drive to the north will bring you to the border of Israel, where entirely new adventures await. The border between Egypt and Israel is heavily secured, however, and you'll need to make sure all proper documentation is in order to avoid confusion and delay.

With an adventurous spirit and proper planning, the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt offers the sights and experiences of a lifetime!