Saudi Arabia, a land of profound history and stunning landscapes, invites you to explore its wonders. Visit the ancient city of Al-Ula, the vibrant capital Riyadh, and the coastal city of Jeddah. Experience the sacred cities of Mecca and Medina, and immerse yourself in the unique culture and hospitality.
PROGRAM –
Day 01- Arrival at Riyadh
Your Tour leader/ Driver will be waiting you. They will be holding a sign of SaudiArabiaTours, You do not need to look for them – they will be waiting for you and will find you.
You will be transferred by an A/C car to your hotel. Overnight in Riyadh.
Day 02 –
Breakfast. Start your tour visiting the National Museum of Saudi Arabia which has been established in 1419 as a significant part of the king Abdulaziz historical center in Riyadh. Very impressive and important museum about the entire Saudi history, Saudi royal family. It includes eight main halls: Hall of Man and the Universe, Arab Kingdoms, Pre-Islamic Era, Prophet’s Mission, First Saudi State, Unification of the Kingdom Hall & Hall of Hajj, and Two Holy Mosques.
Then enjoy the National museum park walks through the outdoor gardens one of the best gardens you will visit in Saudi Arabia. King Abdulaziz’s historical park is an open area that you can enjoy with your family. Then proceed to the Hall of King Abdulaziz where there is a showroom of old cars that were used by the king.
Highly recommended (Optional) Saudi Lunch at Najd traditional Saudi top restaurant. The restaurant offers a convenient place rich in history and heritage and rich in delicious traditional Saudi meals. An ideal choice to enjoy the most delicious Saudi cuisine in a distinctive atmosphere that reflects the heritage and life of the beautiful past, with sittings inspired by the ancient past of Saudis.
Then you will visit Riyadh’s Souk Al-Zal, a shopping trip through time.
A treasure trove of traditional Eastern artifacts, the souk is one of the major tourist attractions in Riyadh. Then visit the Al Masmak, Enjoy and step back in time and explore Saudi Arabia’s roots. Fascinating exhibitions on display show maps and photographs of Saudi Arabia, alongside a range of historical artifacts, artworks and audiovisual attractions.
Then you will visit Kingdom Tower or Mamlaka Tower the tallest building in the city which is located on the commercial strip in the Oalya district in Riyadh. This is the most famous tower in Riyadh. The shopping mall has lots of facilities and cafes to visit. Sky bridge Al Mamlaka at extra ticket a nice observation bridge where you can get magnificent panoramic view of the city. It has a number of restaurants and shops.
Then make a photo stop at The Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Mosque, which is a large local mosque, the architectural style is similar to that of Middle Eastern countries.
Start your day on a fun cable car ride 1600 meters above the ground to Souda Mountain where you can enjoy unobstructed views of the city below. The mountain itself is an attraction, with its dense forest of juniper trees and aromatic plants. We’ll explore some more villages, markets as well as the local forts and art centers in the area. Head back to the hotel in the late afternoon and enjoy a sumptuous dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Today, see more of what the Asir Region has to offer as you visit quaint culture-rich villages, local museums, hop on a cable car for some amazing views of the highland province, and enjoy a short hike with the group. After lunch, visit a local art gallery and then see the old mud-brick traditional buildings and walls Dahran Aljanub. Then, travel south to Najran, one of the kingdom’s fastest-growing cities, and stay the night in one of its hotels.
fastest-growing cities, and stay the night in one of its hotels.
Today, make sure to have some cash ready as you’ll be exploring a traditional market with over seventy shops selling everything from daggers and swords, to leather, and spices, and coffee. As marketplaces are known hotspots of culture and local goods, this is the best place to start for any visitors. We’ll then continue to the governor’s palace, followed by a lunch of local cuisines. In the afternoon, head to Al Ukhdood and visit an archaeological site with artifacts dating back over 2,000 years ago, as well as drawings and engravings on stones.
Head to the northern part of Najran where you’ll visit the Hima Well and see several well-preserved rock engravings depicting the life of the traveling caravans during the ancient times, some dating back to 3000 BC. Continue to Qaryat Al-Faw, the capital of the first Kindah kingdom. The old capital had an underground water system which made the city flourish during the trading times. End your day at the Empty Quarter or Rub’ Al Khali, the world’s largest sand desert.
After breakfast, spend the day exploring the serene and seemingly endless Rub’ Al Khali, with its rolling sands and shifting dunes, spectacular mountains, and wadis. Start with Uruq Bani M’aradh Wildlife Sanctuary where you’ll meet the re-introduced Arabian oryx. Enjoy the calm and charming atmosphere and take as many photos as you wish before ending the day at a campsite where you’ll have a traditional dinner and drinks under the stars.
From Riyadh city-center, drive north towards the Al-Qassim Region and into Ushaiger Heritage Village, a historical site that offers a glimpse of Saudi Arabians’ rich past. Surrounded by thick walls and massive towers, Ushaiger is organized into seven districts and has many palm trees and orchards beautifully integrated into its maze of pathways. To walk its narrow lanes is to enter a living museum, with the slow-paced and relaxed ancient way of living still hanging heavily in the air. You’ll then proceed to one of the vibrant souks of Al Mithnab and then enjoy a coffee break at the governorate’s traditional farm.
Today, venture into the Hail Province, the eighth-largest province of the KSA. Explore the pre-Islamic city of Fayd and see the historic citadel and other age-old sites. Proceed to Tabah, an old village situated on a volcano crater. Enjoy lunch at the hotel and when the heat has subsided and crowds have thinned, you’ll go on a thrilling hiking trip in the mountains. Dinner will be served at the hotel.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-Listed Rock Art in Jubbah, some are believed to be dating back to 10, 000 years ago. You’ll find carvings of human representations along with cattle, oryxes, ostriches, and even lions. Continue to Dumat Al Jandal, an ancient city of ruins and the historical capital of the Al Jawf Province.
Visit the standing men of Al-Rajajil, a collection of fifty groups of man-made stone columns near Sakakah, and have a tour to the ancient Zabal Castle and the Sesra Well. Then, hop on a plane to Jeddah and stroll along the new Cornish and neighborhood, followed by dinner and overnight at your city-center hotel.
Explore the ancient winding alleys and soaring wood-decked ornate edifices and markets of Jeddah Al Balad, the old city. Learn about the history of the red sea port that hosts and hails millions of Muslim pilgrims through time on their road to Mecca. After a delicious local lunch, you’ll then be transferred to the airport or your next destination in the city.
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