8 Days Signature Classic Saudi Arabia

Overview

Explore the history and beauty of Saudi Arabia on our 8 Days Signature Classic Saudi Arabia Tour. This is a journey through the modern city of Riyadh where tradition meets innovation. Visit the historic Diriyah birthplace of the Saudi state and Jubbah where you’ll see ancient rock art. Marvel at Al-Ula where you’ll find the UNESCO World Heritage site of Madain Saleh and experience the stunning Red Sea coast in Jeddah A mix of culture and nature this is an adventure of a lifetime in the heart of Arabia.

Included

Double-occupancy accommodations with private facilities
Meals as specified
Bottled water during transfers and tours
Airport welcome and assistance with luggage
Private air-conditioned vehicle transportation
Services of an English-speaking Tour Director
Economy flights
All entrance fees
Planning, handling, operational, and communication charges

Excluded

International flights not specified as included
Visas
Insurance coverage for personal loss, injury, illness, or damages during the trip
Items of a purely personal nature (e.g., drinks, laundry, dry cleaning, internet, fax, phone charges)
Transfers, sightseeing, or meals not specified in the itinerary
Excess baggage charges
tipping

Itinerary

Arrive in Riyadh after overnight flight from the UK via Dubai

Arrive in Riyadh after overnight flight from the UK via Dubai. A private car will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for breakfast. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and get ready for the adventures ahead.

Start the day with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Diriyah the birthplace of the Saudi royal family. Visit Masmak Fort a 19th century mud brick fortress that was key to Saudi Arabia’s unification and Dira Souq, where you can find Bedouin jewelry traditional dresses and antique copper and brass items. Lunch at a local village. In the afternoon visit the National Museum and finish the day with a panoramic dinner at the Kingdom Tower Sky Bridge with stunning views of Riyadh.

Before flying to Al-Ula visit the King Faisal Centre for Research and Islamic Studies to see their impressive collection of Saudi and Islamic artifacts. After lunch at a local restaurant head to the airport for your evening flight to Al-Ula. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.

Visit Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site and the second largest city of the Nabataean Kingdom after Petra. See the impressive rock-cut tombs, including Qasr al Farid, or the lonely castle. Then a four-wheel drive will take you to Dadan home to the ancient Lion Tombs. Finish the day at the Elephant Rock for a sunset and then back to your hotel for dinner.

Visit the Old City of Al-Ula a maze of abandoned mud-and-stone buildings with the ancient Musa Bin Nusayr castle overlooking it. Then fly to Jeddah and arrive in time for lunch at your hotel. Visit the Abdul Raouf Khalil Museum to learn about Saudi heritage. Finish the day with dinner on Jeddah’s Corniche and see King Fahd’s Fountain, the world’s tallest fountain.

More of Jeddah today. Visit the open air Sculpture Museum and the iconic Al Rahma Mosque, the floating mosque over the Red Sea. Lunch and some rest then visit Jeddah’s old town Al Balad , UNESCO site and home to historic buildings. Visit Alawi Market, the largest souk in the country and finish the day with your last dinner in the desert kingdom.

Transfer to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK via Dubai.

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location
4 El Lebeny Axis, Nazlet Al Batran, Al Haram, Giza, Egypt