Discover the Wonders of Saudi Arabia: A Journey Through Time

Riyadh – AlUla – Jeddah
Program: 08 Days/ 07 Nights

$3750.00 per person based on double occupancy
Single Supplement additional $1300.00.

Call Libby at 678-325-8351 to confirm your reservation.

Program Overview

Day 01 King Khalid Airport (welcome to Saudi Arabia) – Riyadh
Day 02 Riyadh: (Al Masmak Palace – Al Dirah Souk – Al Zal Souk – Al Diriyah)
Day 03 Riyadh: National Museum & Darat King Abdulaziz – Edge of the World
Day 04 Riyadh – Airport – AlUla (visit Jabal Al-Fil & AlUla Old Town)
Day 05 AlUla (visit Hegra, Dadan & Jabal Ikmah)
Day 06 AlUla – Airport – Jeddah
Day 07 Jeddah (Al Balad/ Bait Matbouli/ Tayebat Museum/ The Corniche)
Day 08 Jeddah – King Abdulaziz International Airport

City Hotel Name Category Number of Nights Meal Plan
Riyadh Holiday Inn - Olaya 4* 3 Nights Breakfast and Dinner included
AlUla Shaden Resort 4* 2 Nights Breakfast and Dinner included
Jeddah Four Points by Sheraton 4* 2 Nights Breakfast andnDinner included

Price Included:
➢ Transfers and tours in air-conditioned modern buses.
➢ Small bottle of water daily in the bus
➢ English speaking local guides at the sites mentioned in the program
➢ Accommodation at hotels of your choice as mentioned above or similar – upon availability
➢ Meal plan on HB {Breakfast and Dinner}basis at all hotels
➢ Entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itinerary

Price excluded:
➢ Visa $100
➢ Personal expenses and beverages
➢ English-speaking local coordinator to escort the group for the whole trip
➢ Lunch meals
➢ Insurance
➢ Tips
➢ Flight tickets (International & Domestic)

➢  Buggies in AlUla
 

Detailed Program
Day 01: King Khalid Airport (Welcome to Saudi Arabia) – Riyadh
Upon arrival at Riyadh Airport, after completing the immigration and customs formalities, you will meet your driver who will pick you up from the airport to the hotel. The Day Schedule (Estimated Time)
Transfers: Distance, Time, Duration, Time for Visit, Airport – Hotel: 50 KM, 40 Minutes.

Accommodation Riyadh Hotel Meal Plan Dinner & Breakfast

Day 02: Riyadh: (Al Masmak Palace – Al Dirah Souk – Al Zal Souk – Al Diriyah Meet your driver/guide in the morning at the hotel lobby and depart for a full-day exploration of Riyadh. Your journey begins with a visit to Al Masmak Palace, followed by the vibrant Al Dirah Souk and Al Zal Souk, immersing you in the city's rich history and cultural treasures. Return to your hotel in the afternoon for a well-deserved break.
At 16:00, continue your adventure with a visit to Al Diriyah, the historic birthplace of the Saudi state, where you can stroll through its beautifully restored heritage sites.

The Day Schedule (Estimated Times)
Transfers Distance Time Duration Time for visit
Hotel - Al Masmak Palace & Al Dirah Souk 40 KM 30 Minutes 3 Hours
Al Masmak Palace - hotel 40 KM 30 Minutes ---
Hotel - Al Diriyah 35 KM 40 Minutes 3-4 Hours
Al Diriyah - Hotel 35 KM 40 Minutes ---

Step back in time to discover Saudi Arabia’s rich heritage. Al Masmak was built of clay and mud-brick mixed with straw during the reign of Imam Abdullah bin Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah bin Mohamed bin Saud in 1865. The palace is a formidable fort against enemies, thanks to its solid, high walls. It has only two entrances and small openings in the walls for gun barrels at the time of battles.

Additionally, you will enjoy the experience of visiting the historical heritage of Al Masmak Museum educating yourself about all features and transitions of rule of the Kingdom. Al Dirah Souk, it’s one of the oldest markets in Riyadh, it features shops selling a wide range of products such as handmade carpets, antiquities, Oud merchants, genuine and old jewelry shops and markets, golden swords, etc.

Souk Al-Zal is located in Al-Dirah neighborhood in the heart of Riyadh, when your tour begins You will feel as though you have traveled back in time to the city's history as soon as you hear the sellers'voices. The souk is known for its antiques, rare coins, and old utensils.

Al Diriyah - the city that embraces Saudi Arabia's past. It was established in 1446 AD. It takes you back to the ancient history of the KSA through its old
streets, heritage landmarks, and unique natural components. It used to be a hub for travelers passing through Asia, Africa, and Europe, as well as a route for trade and pilgrimage. The strategic location of this city on the banks of Wadi Hanifah, northwest of Riyadh, makes it a world-class cultural suburb. It features museums housed in its historic buildings, offering a glimpse into the past. Diriyah has gained a historical and heritage status, and in 2010, At-Turaif District was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Accommodation Riyadh Hotel Meal Plan Dinner & Breakfast

Day 03: Riyadh: (National Museum & Darat King Abdulaziz – Edge of the World) Meet your driver in the morning at the hotel lobby, transfer to visit National Museum & Darat King Abdulaziz, in the afternoon, continue to visit Edge of the World, back to your hotel.

The Day Schedule (Estimated Times)
Transfers Distance Time Duration Time for visit
Hotel - National Museum Park 40 KM 30 Minutes 2 Hours
National Museum - Darat King Abdulaziz 0 KM 5 Minutes 1 Hours
Darat King Abdulaziz - Edge of the World 180 KM 2 Hours 2-3 Hours
Edge of the World - hotel 180 KM 2 Hours.
National Museum Park: which is the most famous Museum in the Kingdom. Walk through one of the best outdoor gardens in Saudi Arabia. also, you have the chance to see the Hall of King Abdulaziz where there is a showroom of old cars that were used by the king.

Darat King Abdulaziz: You have the chance to learn more about the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Islam, and the Arab world at King Abdul Aziz Dara. The resources (articles and items) are available in numerous languages, you will see maps, illustrations, and documents for any pertaining reference here. The historical complex also includes the Military Museum and the National Library Museum.
King Fahd National Library Museum contains rare historical documents and books, as well as one of the best collections of coins may be seen.
also, the relics of Riyadh are kept at the Museum which allows visitors to have the opportunity to view its distinctive collections.

"The Edge of the World" is a 1.131-meter-high cliff with an end of 800 KM extending the Tuwaik Mountain Range, which is considered one of the perfect destinations for mountain climbing and hiking lovers to discover the breathtaking off-cliff spectacular views. What makes "The Edge of the World" a special place is this cliff situated along edges that reach
outward from the highland, and the view looks "endless." In other words, a flat plain can be seen on the horizon as far as the eye can reach.

Important Notes:  The site may occasionally be closed for maintenance, weather conditions, or rain to ensure the safety of its visitors. The site may only be open on weekends, subject to the Ministry of Tourism's decisions.
If the "Edge of the World" trail is not open on the day you are planning to visit, we will provide an alternate trail, such as the "Amaria Shuaib" trail. This trail is highly recommended as it will lead you to one of the Towaiq Mountain sides and provide you with a distinctive view of the
mountains.

Accommodation Riyadh Hotel Meal Plan Only Breakfast

Day 04: Riyadh – Airport – AlUla (visit Jabal Al-Fil & AlUla Old Town)
Meet your driver/ guide in the morning at the hotel lobby, transfer to the airport for departure to AlUla. Meet at AlUla airport, transfer to visit AlUla (Jabal Al-Fil & AlUla Old Town).

The Day Schedule (Estimated Times)
Transfers Distance Time Duration Time for visit
Riyadh Hotel – Airport 50 KM 40 Minutes
Airport to Jaba Al-Fil 45 KM 35 Minutes 1 Hour
Jabal Al-Fil - AlUla Old Town 25 KM 20 Minutes 2 Hours
AlUla Old Town - Hotel 30 KM 40 Minutes

AlUla is situated in northwest Arabia, between Khaybar and Tayma, the two magnificent oases. The strategic position made it a vital hub for trade over the years, and its unique topography, including the well-known oasis and towering sandstone mountains, along with its temperature, fostered the
flourishing of multiple civilizations. The first Saudi site to be inducted into the UNESCO World Heritage List is AlUla. Its rocks are filled with beautiful inscriptions, texts dating back to the first century BC, and obscure symbols that will reveal hidden stories inside its historical sites.

On this day you are going to visit:
Jabal Al-Fil - Natural Icon Jabal Al-Fil stands as a natural sculpture on soft, golden sands, at a height of more than 50 meters, shaped by nature over the years into the form of an elephant.

AlUla Old Town
It’s an ancient city that consists of houses and alleys. The unique design impresses visitors; it’s built like a maze, consisting of 900 houses surrounding a mud building, which served as a defense against enemy attacks.

Accommodation AlUla Hotel Meal Plan Dinner & Breakfast

Day 05: AlUla (visit Hegra, Dadan & Jabal Ikmah)
Meet your driver/guide in the morning at the hotel lobby. On this day, you will continue your visit to AlUla and explore.

The Day Schedule (Estimated Times)
Transfers Distance Time Duration Time for visit
Hotel - Hegra 35 KM 30 Minutes 3 Hours
Hegra - Dadan & Jabal Ikmah 35 KM 35 Minutes 3 Hours
Jabal Ikmah - hotel 35 KM 35 Minutes

Hegra: You will go to discover one of Saudi Arabia’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The site has over 110 remarkably well-preserved tombs carved on the mountains in the desert for the Nabataean elite to
be laid to rest. The tombs have inscriptions that describe the deceased, who may have been a local leader, a soldier, or a healer.
During your visit, you will learn about the ancient people and culture of AlUla.

There is evidence that human presence and use of the site date back beyond the 1st millennium BCE, but it was the location of the Nabataean city from the end of the 1st millennium BCE into the 1st millennium CE. The city was at its peak from the late 2nd century BCE to the 2nd century CE.

Dadan & Jabal Ikmah Tour:
AlUla was the capital of the two kingdoms of Dadan and Lihyan so you will find inscriptions in Latin, Nabataean, and Greek on the mountains and rocks of Al-Hijr, as well as in other languages known to mankind, such as Lihyaniya and Dadaniyah.

Al-Hijr also features 110 Nabataean tombs, the most notable of which is Qasr al-Farid, the largest rock facade in AlUla, boasting a distinctive appearance. After about 10 minutes of driving, you will reach Jabal Ikmah, which is situated in a stunning desert canyon.

Accommodation AlUla Hotel Meal Plan Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 06: AlUla – Airport – Jeddah
Meet your driver/ guide in the morning at the hotel lobby, transfer to the airport for departure to Jeddah. Meet at the airport, transfer to your hotel in Jeddah.

The Day Schedule
Transfers Distance Time Duration Time for visit
Hotel - Tayeb Al-Ism 180 KM 2 Hours 3 Hours
Tayeb Al-Ism - Airport 280 KM 3 Hour & 30 Minutes ---
Airport - Jeddah hotel 25 KM 30 Minutes ---
Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina (Optional):

It’s a magnificent five-star marina on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast. Whether the customers are looking for boat excursions, elegant dining, or simply admiring the breathtaking views of the Red
Sea, Jeddah Boat Club & Marina is an excellent choice for dinner and leisure time. - Fine Dining Restaurants: Savor excellent meals along the boardwalk. - Retail Outlets: Look at shopping options in the marina area.

Accommodation Jeddah Hotel Meal Plan Dinner & Breakfast

Day 07: Jeddah (Al Balad/ Bait Matbouli/ Tayebat Museum/ The Corniche)
Meet your driver/ guide in the morning at the hotel lobby, and transfer to visit Jeddah.
The Day Schedule
Transfers Distance Time Duration Time for visit
Hotel - Al Balad 45 KM 35 Minutes 3-4 Hours
Al Balad - Tayebat Museum 20 KM 25 Minutes 2 Hours & 30 Minutes
The New Jeddah Corniche 15 KM 20 Minutes 2 Hours

“Historic Jeddah” was built on a stunning beachfront often known as Al-Balad, it brought together people from many backgrounds and cultures over the years. This region of the world reveals a human heritage whose walls challenged many historical factors through eight gates, each with a unique historical narrative.

Additionally, there are more than ten famous ancient houses with their distinctive designs and family names. Discover the place chosen amongst the UNESCO World Heritage List, where the ancient homes have been transformed using the latest technologies and expertise into art galleries and specialty cafes.

Whenever you look up in AL-Balad, you see the wooden Rawashins hanging overhead, an example of authentic architecture that overlooks the modern life passing beneath it. 

Start your tour by visiting Al Balad, a walking tour in the “Old Town” to explore the ancient houses with traditional Ottoman architectural designs. many of the oldest families used to live and work there. It has many restaurants, a traditional souk, and historic buildings. Visitors can stroll through the old streets and take in the traditional scenery of the old town.

Strolling around this place is like entering a heritage historical museum, with artwork at every corner. This magnificent historical work of art was created 420 years ago. The walls of the structure are designed to retain a comfortable temperature by reducing heat. It incorporates a distinctive fusion of local materials, oriental architectural styles, and the utilization of civilizations beyond the sea for interior design, including wood brought in from East Asia and Al-Mangabi Stones were dug out of the waters of the Red Sea.

Tayebat Museum Get ready for a fascinating journey to the Tayebat Museum, which offers a glimpse into Jeddah's rich
and diverse history.

The museum is built in a multi-room building that replicates the ancient city's traditional Hijazi architecture, complete with elaborate coral masonry and bay windows covered in wooden lattice work. With several floors of in-depth exhibits, the museum offers a living history lesson on the
foundation of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and the wider Arabian Peninsula. There is also an entire floor dedicated to the city’s rich Islamic heritage.

The New Jeddah Corniche is located along the coast of the Red Sea in Jeddah, It takes up an area of 30 kilometers and consists of a coastal road, a recreation area, various sculptures, and the famous King Fahad’s fountain, which is the highest fountain in the world.

The Floating Mosque "Al-Rahmah Mosque."
Learn about this glamorous construction, one of the most distinctive symbols of Jeddah. The Floating Mosque was built in 1985 on a water surface, with its bases planted beneath the sea surface. It is also called "Al-Rahmah Mosque."

During your visit, be sure to watch the sunrise or sunset, as the sun shines on the mosque like a spectacular art painting, and sets in another incredible one, amidst the sound of sea waves and the conversations and laughter of passersby along the outdoor arena.

Accommodation Jeddah Hotel Meal Plan Dinner & Breakfast

Day 08: Jeddah – Jeddah Airport
Meet your driver/ guide at the hotel lobby, transfer to Jeddah Airport for final departure.