Biblical Egypt Study Expedition with Mount Sinai in Arabia Tour 2026 – Egypt & Saudi Arabia with Joel Richardson

With Author, Joel Richardson

From $6,959 per person

January 27 – February 8, 2026

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Tour Leaders:

Author, Joel Richardson

Location:

Egypt, Saudi Arabia

OVERVIEW

TOUR OVERVIEW:

Biblical Egypt Study Expedition with Saudi Arabia and Mount Sinai: Jabal al-Lawz

Explore the Biblical lands of Egypt and Saudi Arabia with Author & Teacher Joel Richardson
January 27 – February 8, 2026

Travel the route of the Exodus! Begin in Egypt, and visit its temples and treasures, the archaeological wonders created by Joseph, the Vizier of Pharaoh, and son of Jacob. You’ll view the archaeological evidence of the Hebrew slaves, the Pyramids of Giza, the mysterious pillar at the Sphinx, the Nile River, Luxor, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut who pulled Moses from the Nile, Karnak and Luxor Temples, with the inscriptions that outline the truth in God’s Holy Word. You’ll also visit the Valley of Kings and all of the treasures in the top museums of Cairo, including their newest Mummy exhibit and the exhibits of all the Patriarchs that prove that the Patriarchs of Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, and Moses impacted history. Then, you will travel the route of the ancient Hebrews within Egypt and, then, beginning at the other side of the Red Sea where they stepped onto Arab—the crossing site of the Hebrews at the Red Sea to Saudi Arabia—you will go to The Mountain itself: Jabal al-Lawz with its altars and inscriptions in such a profound and captivating location. This impactful journey combines Egypt with the mysterious land of the Amalekites (giants), Rephidim, Horeb, the Split Rock, and the ancient Midianite Biblical history—all supported by inscriptions that prove their existence and the route of the Exodus! This is an important, Biblically pertinent adventure of rarely seen places that clearly represent the evidence of God’s Word and the greatest miracles of all time!

The trip is expensive due to the fact that we are making it possible to traverse the route of Moses. It is one of the most important journeys of all time. You will be able to see the place where God gave the first covenant, where He gave the Tabernacle, the implements, and the Ark, despite its remote location. You’ll visit all of these via your desert-retrofitted, comfortable Land Cruisers. In the very near future, you may be unable to visit these sites due to the intense preparation the Saudis are making for mass tourism. You will gain a depth of knowledge from our top Egyptian Biblical Archaeologist, combined with the expert Arabian and Exodus route history and author, Joel Richardson, will provide multiple opportunities for you to depart this area with amazing insights into The Word. Your teaching team has traveled with experts, ancient Proto-Hebrew and Thamudic translators, and will reveal to you the special new findings within Midian and the areas of Mount Sinai. This expertise, coupled with Joel’s clear-cut and concise Bible teachings, will bring you to a completely different level of knowledge at the close of this expedition.


The land cost of the Saudi Arabia and Egypt tour is $6,959 per person (sharing a double room). ***Note, we have a lot of folks who travel alone due to the uniqueness of this journey. For air scheduling, we have an optional economy class, round-trip, air add-on from New York/JFK available for $1,699 per person, and the business class round-trip is $4,693 per person (or $2,994 more for business class). Air pricing is to Luxor and from Tabuk, and also includes an overnight stay at the Le Meridien at the Cairo airport with meet-and-assist transfer services at the end of the tour. For all guests, the internal air from Luxor to Cairo and from Cairo to Tabuk is included in the tour. If you choose to purchase your own airfare, you are responsible for purchasing tickets into Luxor before the tour arrives and departing from Tabuk at or before the group departs Tabuk on February 7.


Want to visit Saudi Arabia only?

For those who wish to only join us on the Saudi Arabia portion of the expedition, the land cost is $4,349 per person, sharing a double room, and $4,594 in a single room.  You would fly round-trip into Tabuk, matching the day and time we arrive in Tabuk (or arriving earlier) and departing from Tabuk when we depart to return home.  We do not have an air program for the Saudi-only expedition portion, but we can assist you by recommending a few air schedules based on your personal needs.

You will have the option to camp one night at the base of Mount Sinai, and, if you would like to climb Mount Sinai, you will have time to do that as well. Approximately 50% of our guests participate in the climb, which takes between 6 and 9 hours. Every meal and detail is included in this exceptional, world-class experience!

 

Camping at the Base of the Blackened-top of Mount Sinai!

Saudi Climbing

Hiking, Climbing, and Glamping at Jabal al-Lawz!

  • Hike to Elijah’s Cave.
  • Hike, boulder, and climb to the 70 Elders’ Plateau.
  • Overnight camping under the summit plateau of Jabal al-Lawz.
  • Bouldering and climbing under the blackened peak of Jabal al-Lawz.

Looking to take a more adventurous route into the wilderness? Our Saudi Arabia Adventure package offers an alternative path designed for tour participants who crave more activity!

The option below will highlight Moses’ time in the land of Midian and the Exodus crossing sites and includes exploration of the real Mount Sinai by hiking and camping along the same route that Moses may have taken.

Partake in classic fellowship and learning at the main sites throughout the tour, but with extra activities added in, as desired! If you enjoy an activity level that is different from your spouse or travel companion, you can select different activities. Choose the adventure that’s perfect for you! The overnight is $650 per person including a special breakfast, a dinner, 1 night of camping in private tents, and one climbing guide for 3-5 climbers (per guide).


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INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR:

  • A 12-night, 13-day (with air travel), hosted, Biblical study tour.

  • All scripturally-based tours are accompanied by Egypt’s top Biblical guide and the best in Arabia!

  • Visits to the oldest Biblical destinations, including Cairo (Heliopolis), Succoth, Suez Canal, Goshen, Luxor, and the Exodus routes within Saudi Arabia and around the Red Sea.

  • Teachings by Author Joel Richardson and our own Biblical Archaeologist/Egyptologist while in Egypt.

  • 4WD expedition vehicles, while in Arabia, as well as luxury accommodations throughout.

  • Visits to inscriptions and altars (Moses, Aaron, Amalekite, andd Midianite!).

  • Visits to Egypt that will span the pages of the Bible all the way through to the life of Moses, including Genesis 6, as we visit the burial places of the mysterious Serapeum and all the Temples that outline the noted miracles of God’s Word!

  • The opportunity to partake in a unique, Bedouin camping experience at the base of Jabal al-Lawz.

  • All-inclusive airport transfers if you arrive at the selected arrival/departure schedules (or we can add them for you if you choose to arrive separately).

  • Air tickets from Luxor to Cairo and from Cairo to Tabuk. We also have an air add-on if you choose, to utilize our international air ticket group space from New York to Luxor and home from Tabuk.

  • Unique, fabulous meals in amazing locations that are all-inclusive with all non-alcoholic beverages throughout your journey.

  • Entrance fees, permits, and strategic guidance to all aforementioned sites, including those operated by special permits for our group.

  • Visa assistance for Saudi Arabia ($80USD) and purchasing your visa at the Cairo ($25USD) airport on arrival.

  • Optional Round-Trip Air from New York/JFK in economy or business class.

  • Preparation reading material, suggestions, onsite teaching materials, hiking and climbing preparation, and so much more.

  • Optional “Cancel-for-any-Reason” Insurance.

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ITINERARY

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  • January 27 – February 8, 2026
  • Detailed Itinerary by Request Only
  • Please request a brochure HERE in order to access the full day-to-day itinerary and tour details.

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TOUR LEADERS

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Joel Richardson

Author Joel’s Trumpet
Grandview, Missouri


Joel Richardson is a New York Times bestselling author, filmmaker, and teacher. Joel lives in the United States with his wife and five children. With a special love for all the people of the Middle East, Joel travels globally teaching the gospel and equipping the saints for the greatest challenges of our time.

In the years to come, Joel will be establishing a new branch of his ministry by offering more opportunities for Christians to travel around the world under his leadership exploring various branches of Biblical history and end-times eschatology. His Israel tours will focus particularly on the Christian history of Israel and the struggles of those who have fought to defend the Jewish nation after the country was re-established in 1948.

Joel brings an incredible amount of wisdom and guidance on his international tours. In his ministry and travels, Joel seeks to prepare the church for the struggles that lay ahead. As the world turns its ire on the followers of Jesus, Joel Richardson passionately works to equip the saints for the spiritual battles of the last days.

Joel is the author of numerous books, the producer of ground-breaking documentaries, and has been featured by numerous radio, television and news outlets across the world. He works closely with groups such as Frontier Alliance International (FAI) and Global Catalytic Ministries. Joel also hosts  The Underground” — an online teaching program on his website Joel’s Trumpet.

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