The tour presented below is a suggestion and can be modified to your desire of trip length and wishes according to your personal interest.
Please note that it can also be changed due to the availability of the sights, road construction, etc.
Day 1: Arrival to Riyadh
Your tour leader/driver will be waiting you. They will be holding a sign of Saudi Arabia Tours, You do not need to look for them – they will be waiting for you and will find you.
From the moment your tour starts, your tour leader will give you full attention. Once in the car, He will talk to you about all the things on the way as well as other aspects of your tour that will interest you. You will be transferred by an A/C car to your hotel. Overnight in Riyadh.
Day 2: Riyadh Historical Tour
Morning Visit Diriyyah one of the most important sites, where the history of the Al Saud Dynasty began. It is situated in the eastern part of the so-called Najd area in the valley known as Wadi Hanifa Breakfast. Then visit the National Museum of Saudi Arabia which has been established in 1419 as a significant part of king Abdulaziz’s historical center in Riyadh. Very impressive and important museum about the entire Saudi history, the Saudi royal family, the kingdom’s formation, and everything regarding the political context. You will be led to numerous antiques, manuscripts, and documents that are all chronologically organized. 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. The museum includes interesting examples of Arabian and Islamic art as well as architecture. The masterpieces include the Prehistoric Elephant Skeleton, a huge meteor found in the Empty Quarter in Saudi Arabia desert, Rock Graffiti from Hejaz region backdate to pre Islamic era, a Copy of Rosetta stone, and an example of Mada’in Salah Rock-cut tombs.
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.
Then we will move to the next visit to Murrumba palace is among the most important palace built by King Abdulaziz. This Palace was to accommodate his family. It was built on the local traditional Najdi style by using local building materials only. Enjoy amazing photos here inside Murrumba palace. Then you will visit the Dira Souq traditional Saudi market which is famous for its variety of old copper and brass objects including silver daggers, silver Bedouin Jewelry, and dresses. While entering from the main access, one always smells sandalwood fragrance. Dira Souq is worth buying antique carpets and other useful Saudi heritage antiques.
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, art,works and audiovisual attractions. 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.
Then visit The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque an active place of worship in Riyadh named after Turki bin Abdullah bin Muhammad. Seating 17,000 worshippers and measuring 16,800 m2.
Day 3: Edge of The World Tour – Shagra and Ushaiger
Breakfast. Drive to Jebel Fihrayn popularly known as “the Edge of the World” is 120 Km from Riyadh. The Edge of the World is the third stop on our tour of the Natural Wonders of Arabia, following earlier stops at Elephant Rock and Jabal Abyad. Standing atop the 1,000-foot high escarpment at Jabal Fihrayn, you find stretching before you an uninterrupted view of the horizon in all directions, leaving you with the impression that you are, indeed, standing at the very edge of the world. The effect on one’s body and mind and soul is exhilarating.
These cliffs rise dramatically from the desert, stretching toward the sky like a great natural wall. When you stand atop them and look toward the horizon, you have a prime view of the sky as it seems to melt into the barren earth.
The Edge of the World (Jebel Fihrayn) is an unexpected and dramatic geological wonder in the rocky desert northwest of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The site earned its nickname because from atop the escarpment, you have an uninterrupted view of the horizon. It’s part of the much longer Tuwaiq Escarpment, and drops down 1,000 feet into an ancient ocean bed. While standing on the cliffs, you’ll spot dried rivers weaving across the land, and see camels moving far below. These camels and their herders are following a well-trodden path, as an ancient caravan route once passed within its shadow. (Optional) Ushaiger Heritage Village Tour
Day 4: Fly to Al Ula
Breakfast. Transfer to Riyadh airport to take your flight to Al Ula, Start your tour by visiting Jabal Ikmah – Rock Art. Discover one of the hidden gems of Al-Ula, Jabal ‘Ikmah, a tranquil and sacred site for the Lihyanite civilization with an ‘open library’ of rock art and inscriptions. The tour will be led by trained guides and storytellers who will host groups and reveal the stories of the site and the inscriptions.
Day 5: Mada’ in Saleh
Breakfast. Start your tour visiting Dadan – An Ancient Arabian Kingdom. Discover one of the hidden gems of Al Ula, Dadan, where excavations have uncovered tombs and dwellings from the ancient Dadanite Kingdom the sixth century BC. The tour will be led by trained guides and storytellers who will host groups and reveal the archeological sites exposed. Hegra- A UNESCO World Heritage Site Journey through time in a breathtaking landscape and discover the archeological highlights of Hegra with our highly trained guides and storytellers. Together they will uncover the secrets of a civilization from over 2000 years ago.
Day 6: Drive to Tabuk
Drive to Tabuk on the sea side arrive and visit Tayeb Esm Megna, Ras Al Shaikh Hmaid and maghaer Shuaib the second Nabatean site at Saudi Arabia.
Day 7: Full day Hesma Valley 4×4
Today you will enjoy a full day 4X4 visiting Hesma Valley rock.
Day 8: Tabuk Jeddah Historical Tour
Breakfast at the hotel visit Railway Station and the Islamic fort then transfer to the airport for your flight to Jeddah arrive and afternoon visit the old city of Jeddah historical downtown area (Al-Balad) which is the historical area well known as the “Old Town”, where many of the oldest families used to live and work. It boasts of old buildings, a traditional souk, and many restaurants, where visitors get to walk amid the old streets and experience the traditional landscape of the old town.
When you are in historical Jeddah we will take you back to the old era of Saudi Arabia, all your senses will be in action. You will hear and learn amazing stories about Jeddah and ride and walk through secret doors, Enjoy a wonderful walking Al-Balad.
This history tour of Old Town will take you along all the less known must-see local spots: Beit Nassif, Makkah gate for a photo stop, Historical Jeddah north gate stop for a photo, other historical houses provide a rare opportunity for you to experience the blend of traditional architecture with modernity Old Market hidden gems, Old Jeddah hidden galleries and Local Jeddah food shops only for locals no tourists know about it.
Day 9: Jeddah
This morning you will visit Al Tayibat International City Museum, It’s a maze of different rooms covering Saudi history, architecture, interior decoration, Islamic art from Saudi and other Islamic countries. The museum itself is a great place for photos.
Its four-floor collection has displays ranging from pre-Islamic artifacts, exquisite Islamic manuscripts, old coins and weaponry to stunning furniture, pottery and traditional Saudi dress. Replicas of home interiors from every region are also featured. Exhibits are accompanied by excellent information panels, as well as dioramas of the Kingdom’s provinces. After that, you will enjoy a ride along The New Jeddah Corniche the 30 km coastal resort area of the city of Jeddah. Located along the Red Sea, the corniche features the coastal road, recreation areas, pavilions, and large-scale civic sculptures for all to enjoy and take pictures End the tour by visiting The Floating Mosque, this single domed architectural marvel that sits literally on the sea, symbolizes Jeddah’s bold storm into the modern age. Sitting in an enviable location, the mosque’s courtyard offers unencumbered views of the Red Sea, making it a popular tourist site.
Day 10: Departure
Breakfast. Your Tour leader/ Driver will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.
