Overview

Experience the perfect blend of modernity and ancient heritage on this 6-day journey through Riyadh and Alula. Begin in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s vibrant capital, exploring iconic landmarks such as Murabba Palace, Masmak Fort, National Museum, and the historic Diriyah district. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, traditional markets, and architectural marvels of the city.Next, venture to Alula, a desert oasis steeped in history and natural beauty. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites including Hegra, Dadan, and Jabal Ikmah, witness the architectural wonder of Maraya, and explore the ancient Alula Old Town and heritage village. Experience unforgettable desert adventures, stargazing at Gharmeel, and witness the stunning Elephant Rock at sunset.This journey offers a seamless blend of cultural exploration, historical insights, and breathtaking natural landscapes, providing travelers with a truly unique Saudi Arabian experience.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival Riyadh

Upon arrival to Riyadh Airport, proceed to Passport Control for immigration followed by baggage collection and clearing customs formalities. After baggage collection, walk towards the arrival lounge where you shall be met by our representative who will assist while transferring to hotel and check in formalities.

Welcome to one of the wealthiest cities in the world, home to Saudi Arabia's best museum, a World Heritage Site that relates the Kingdom's genesis story, and some of the finest hotels and restaurants in the country. Overnight Riyadh hotel.

Meals: Room Only

Day 2

Riyadh & Diriyah City Tour (8-10 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast, enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of the city including Murabba palace (photostop only) is among the most important palace built by King Abdul-Aziz. this Palace was to accommodate his family. It was built on the local traditional Nadji style by using local building material only, visit the Masmak fort and National museum, Enjoy and step back in time and explore Saudi Arabia’s roots. A short documentary also re-enacts the capture of the fortress by King Abdul Aziz, whose spearhead you can still see embedded in its wooden gate & Dira Souq is famous for its variety of old copper and brass objects including silver daggers, silver Bedouins Jewelry and dresses. Dira Souq is worth buying antique carpets and other useful Saudi heritage antiques. After the visit we will stop for lunch break at Nakheel Mall (Food Court) at own expense.

After Lunch continue on a cultural journey of Historical Diriyah, exploring the richness of At-Turaif World Heritage Site and the traditional charm of Al Bujairy district. Overnight at Riyadh hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

Riyadh - Alula (Flight – self arranged)

Morning after breakfast, transfer to the airport to catch your flight to the heritage city of Alula (self-arranged) .Upon arrival met and transferred to your hotel in Alula. Overnight stay in Alula.

In the evening venture to Gharmeel for a rare view of the Milky Way, free from light pollution. Millions of stars, visible without telescopes, are framed by Gharameel’s mesmerizing rock formations. On full moon nights, visitors will take a short walk to admire the surrounding landscape before setting up camp to view the night sky. On darker nights, the tour will solely focus on stars and constellations. Enjoy a grilled dinner, which will be prepared for you around the campfire Overnight at Alula Hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

Alula - Hegra – Dadan & Jabal Ikmah –(8 Hrs)

In the morning after breakfast enjoy a visit to Hegra. Hegra is the most iconic historical site of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the first to be listed as a UNESCO Word Heritage, back in 2008. The Nabateans, called it Hijra (as it appears in some ancient inscriptions at the site), and the Romans used to call it Hegra.

The extensive settlement of the site took place during the 1st century AD, when it came under the rule of the Nabatean king Arêtes IV Philopatries (Al-Harith IV) (9 – 40 BC), who made Madain Saleh the kingdom's first capital, before Petra, located 500 kilometers to the north.

Later visit Maraya Maraya is an architectural wonder that has quickly reached icon status. Upon approaching this magnificent mirrored structure in AlUla’s Ashar Valley you may feel your eyes are deceiving you as Maraya seems to disappear into the surrounding sandstone cliffs before swiftly reappearing. Also visit Dadan & Jabal Ikmah The first stop on this journey back in time is Dadan, the ancient Kingdom of the Lihyanite and Dadanite civilisations. Next, a 10-minute drive take you to Jabal Ikmah. Set in a stunning desert canyon, this ‘open-air library’ has the most impressive collection of inscriptions, rock art, and petroglyphs in AlUla and is the largest of its kind in Saudi Arabia. Overnight at Alula Hotel.

P.S – (Outside vehicles are not permitted to go Hegra & Dadan & Jabal Ikmah, thus we will use shared bus for these visits)

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

Alula (8 Hrs Approx)

Today after breakfast we explore Al Ulla, the birthplace of two ancient Arabian kingdoms. During the 1st millennium BC, Al-Ulla saw the rise of the ancient city of Dadan that became the capital of two successive kingdoms, Dadan and Lihyan that ruled over the northwest of the Arabian Peninsula.

Our tour includes the visit to Alula Old Town & Al Jadidah art district. Al-Ula Heritage Village (ghost town), also known as Ad-Deerah, is the traditional Arabian village where people of the oasis moved some 8 centuries ago and inhabited until the 20th century. It was built on a higher part of the valley to be clear from the floods that can occur during the raining season. At its maximum expansion the town contained over 1 000 houses that were built adjacent to one another thereby forming a wall around the town to defend the population. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant on your own expense.

At sunset enjoy the majestic view of Elephant Rock. Elephant Rock is particularly magical at dusk when the fading sun casts a bewitching deep crimson light over the trunk and body of AlUla’s famous geological pachyderm. Dinner & overnight in AlUla Hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

Alula – Fly Out

In time transfer to Alula airport to board your return flight back home (TBA).

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel Options

Inclusion

Accommodation for 05 nights on bed & breakfast basis.
Arrival/departure transfers using private air-conditioned vehicle.
Assistance on arrival and departure.
Services of English speaking guide during the sightseeing including applicable entrances.
Shared bus for Hegra and Dadan & Jabal Ikmah tour.
All Applicable Taxes.

Exclusion

VISA
International flights
Any Personal Expenses
Drinks during Meals
Any services other than mentioned above.
Meals other than specified above.
Tips & Gratuities.
Travel Insurance

Departure & Pricing

Package price: Currency: AED | Travel Date: 01 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026

Package cost based on	Adult- Double Occupancy
02 Pax - Sedan	7400
04 Pax - GMC	6850

Hotel Name	Destination	Stay
Grand Plaza Gulf/similar	Riyadh	2 Nights
Cloud 7 Resort /similar	Alula	3 Nights

Note: Rates may vary during peak periods, festive seasons, or special events.

Flights Details

Flights are not included in this package.

Visa Details

Visa are not included in this package.

Important Information

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
Hotel check-in: 14:00 hrs / check-out: 12:00 hrs.
Rates subject to availability at booking.
Event timing and card subject to confirmation by organizers and sanctioning bodies.
Visa approvals subject to Saudi authorities.

Booking Policy

In case Tours or Tickets cancelled after Booking 100 % charges will be applicable.

Payment Terms

Cancellation charges apply based on booking dates.
No refund for unused services.

A Historical journey of Saudi Arabia

Overview

Itinerary

Hotel Options

Inclusion

Exclusion

Departure & Pricing

Flights Details

Visa Details

Important Information

Booking Policy

Payment Terms