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Beginning of the Alphabet Desert Tour 3 days – 2 nights

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3 Days
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Egypt
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Echoes of Antiquity: The Ancient Sinai History Safari

​Journey back to a time when the Sinai was the world’s most sought-after treasure chest. This isn't just a desert tour; it’s a portal to the past. Explore ancient turquoise mines, hidden hieroglyphs, and archaeological sites that have stood silent for thousands of years.

​The Explorer’s Highlights:

  • Ancient Mining Sites: Discover the rugged mountains where the Pharaohs once mined "the sky-blue stone"—turquoise—to decorate the temples of Luxor and Giza.
  • The Nabataean Legacy: See where ancient traders carved their names and stories into the rocks, marking a path that has been used for millennia.
  • Archaeological Wonders: Visit remote sites like Serabit el-Khadim or the Navamis—prehistoric stone tombs that predate the Pyramids.
  • A Night Under the Stars: Connect with the desert’s timeless spirit. Enjoy a Bedouin-style camp, traditional food, and a night of total tranquility away from the modern world.

​Your Journey Through Time:

  • Day 1: The Ascent. We depart from Dahab in a 4x4, heading deep into the interior. We’ll hike to high-altitude historical sites with panoramic views of the Gulf of Suez and the Sinai peaks.
  • The Evening: As the sun sets, we gather around a campfire for a traditional Bedouin dinner. Share stories of the desert’s legends under a canopy of stars.
  • Day 2: The Discovery. After breakfast, we explore hidden valleys and ancient inscriptions before making our way back through the winding wadis to Dahab.

​Why This Trip is Unforgettable:

​This is a rare opportunity to see "The Other Egypt." While most people see the Nile, very few witness the raw, industrial history of the Sinai’s mountains. It is a mix of strenuous hiking, deep history, and soulful desert living.

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Note: This tour requires a moderate level of fitness for mountain hiking.

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Day 1

 

  • Pick-up from your Dahab hotel

  • Visit Wadi el Maghara, an ancient turquoise mining area with Pharaonic rock carvings and mining history

  • 30‑minute climb for panoramic views

  • Lunch at Wadi el Maghara

  • Explore Wadi Mukattab (Valley of Writing) — famous for Nabataean, Greek, Arabic and Coptic inscriptions

  • Continue to Wadi Suggarat to see more inscriptions

  • Drive to Serabit al‑Khadim camp and dinner

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Day 2

 

  • Climb Mount Serabit

  • Explore the Temple of Hathor at Serabit (built c. 2000 BC) — a sacred site linked to ancient turquoise mining and early alphabetic inscriptions

  • Lunch with scenic views

  • Return to desert camp for dinner and overnight

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Day 3

 

  • Visit Wadi Kharig, an old Bronze Age copper mine

  • Desert lunch

  • Return to Dahab (around mid‑late afternoon)

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