Discover Riyadh and Al Ula

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival: Welcome to Saudi Arabia
1 stop
1
After you arrive in Riyadh and go through customs and immigration, we will meet and greet you at the airport, provide you with private transportation to the hotel, and ensure that you have everything that you need to get settled in.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Discover Riyadh
4 stops
2
We kick off your tour by discovering the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and exploring its capital city, Riyadh. First, we head to Diriyah, the place where it all started. About 300 years ago, the First Saudi State (the predecessor to modern-day Saudi Arabia) was initially established in Diriyah, the hometown of the Royal Family. During your tour of Diriyah (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), we stroll through its halls, explore historic buildings, and visit museums. Lunch is at the main courtyard, which is home to a variety of world-renowned restaurants. You also get the opportunity to buy souvenirs at one of the traditional shops there. As part of your entry ticket (which is covered in this tour), you get a $90 credit to spend at the al Bujairi Terrace.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
3
At 1,000 feet tall, this skyscraper is one of the tallest towers in Saudi Arabia. We will get to the top of the Kingdom Centre and take in the breathtaking view of the entire skyline of Riyadh.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
4
The Najd/Najdi Village (al Qaryah al Najdiyah) is a local restaurant that serves authentic Saudi dishes. It is also famous for its architectural design that resembles a traditional Najdi town. While enjoying your meal, you may choose between dining like a local (while sitting on the floor and/or using your hands) or in a typical setting (on a table and chair and with a fork and knife).
2 hours • Admission ticket free
5
Your next destination is al Zal Souq. This traditional marketplace is more than 100 years old. At the souq, you will find a variety of cultural and historical collectables, including rare coins and paper currencies that are no longer in circulation, Arabic oud and incense, household items, musical instruments, and more. There is also a large auction of various local items that adds to the souq’s culturally authentic vibes.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Trip to Ushaiger
1 stop
6
Ushaiger is a beautifully preserved old town where visitors can experience how people in the Najd region lived before the advent of modern infrastructure like electricity and plumbing. The town has been renovated but maintains its original mud-built architecture, and visitors can walk through the homes, explore inside the buildings, and enjoy local restaurants and coffee shops. It’s about a two-hour drive north of Riyadh, making it a full-day experience.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Goodbye Riyadh, Hello Al Ula
1 stop
7
After having breakfast at the hotel and checking out, we take you to the airport (based on your departure time, which will be determined after you book the tour) for your flight to al Ula, an ancient oasis town in the northwest of Saudi Arabia. Al Ula is home to heritage sites that date back to thousands of years ago, the largest mirrored building in the world (which hosts concerts and conferences), and outdoors landscapes that the likes of which truly can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Al Ula
3 stops
8
On day 5, we get to explore the history and natural beauty of al Ula. Hegra is Saudi Arabia’s first-ever UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is rich with tombs, artistic drawings, and imagery that date back to the 1st century AD. Hegra was the second largest city of the ancient Nabatean Kingdom. Throughout the centuries, it’s been occupied by the army of Trajan, the famous Roman Emperor, and visited by iconic Arabian and Ottoman explorers.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
9
This is where culture and history meet the great outdoors and beautiful scenery. This extended and stretched out hiking trail is covered by native palm trees and surrounded by picturesque mountains and rocks. Along the way, you run into a variety of shops that sell locally made foods, handcrafted items, and natural products. After Oasis Heritage Trail, we stop by a local restaurant for lunch (the cost of this lunch is not covered as part of this tour).
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
10
This is the highest point in al Ula, where visitors can enjoy a breathtaking view of the entire town. The area has plenty of comfortable seating spots that allow you to appreciate the atmosphere for as long as you'd like. The Viewpoint also has an authentic Greek restaurant.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Discovering al Ula
3 stops
11
Marvel at almost 3000-years-old handicrafts, artistry, inscriptions, petroglyphs at the ancient sites of Dandan and Ikmah. Al Ikmah is dubbed as “a gateway to ancient life” by UNESCO, and the mountain consists of nearly 300 inscriptions from the Kingdoms of Dadanite and Lihyanite. Remarkably, these inscriptions highlight the important role that women played in the Dandanite Kingdom.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
12
While the Old Town of al Ula has been uninhabited since the 1980s, the nearly 800-year-old legacy of this unique, maze-like residential area certainly lives on. The Old Town is rich with immemorial buildings, ancient monuments, and both historical and contemporary marketplaces. For an even more unforgettable experience, you can take in the spectacular view of the entire Old Town from the Moussa Ben Noussair Castle. You may have lunch at one of the variety of restaurants located across the Old Town (the cost of this lunch is not covered as part of the tour).
3 hours • Admission ticket free
13
This nearly 120-feet high natural structure allows you to enjoy a pristine and unfiltered view of the desert and the remarkable rock formations that surround it, especially during sundown and when the sky is covered with stars at night. To enhance your experience, Elephant Rock is surrounded by snug and cozy seating areas, as well as restaurants and coffee shops.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Departure
1 stop
14
After having breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we take you to the airport for your flight to Riyadh based on your departure time.
2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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