Itinerary
- Day 1
Riyadh
You'll arrive in Riyadh and head to your hotel for a 2:00 PM check-in with a quick pre-departure meeting. The afternoon takes you to the National Museum and Murabba Palace to get a sense of Saudi Arabia's history. Later, you'll take the high-speed elevator up to the 99th floor of Kingdom Tower, cross the Sky Bridge, and take in the city views from up there. The day wraps up with a traditional Saudi welcome dinner at Najdi Village.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at Najdi Village with traditional Saudi cuisine)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to National Museum
- Guided visit to Murabba Palace
- Ride high-speed elevator to 99th floor of Kingdom Tower
- Walk across the Sky Bridge
- Welcome dinner at Najdi Village
Landmarks National Museum Murabba Palace Kingdom Tower Sky Bridge 
- Day 2
Desert
After breakfast, you'll spend time at Masmak Fortress, a mudbrick structure that played an important part in Saudi Arabia's unification and now functions as a museum. Next, head to Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of the Saudi royal family. You'll walk through the restored ruins and At-Turaif district with its classic Najdi-style buildings. The afternoon shifts into 4x4 vehicles for a desert drive to the Edge of the World, where steep cliffs offer wide views across the landscape. You'll return to your hotel by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Masmak Fortress
- Guided visit to Diriyah (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Explore At-Turaif district
- 4x4 drive to Edge of the World
Optional Activities
- Dinner at a nearby restaurant (at your own expense)
Landmarks Masmak Fortress Diriyah At-Turaif District Edge of the World - Day 3
Buraidah
After breakfast, travel to Ushaiger, a heritage village that feels like a living museum. Walk the narrow alleyways lined with centuries-old mudbrick homes showing authentic Najdi architecture and traditional Saudi life. Later, continue to Buraidah, known for its date farms and camel market which you'll see early tomorrow morning. You'll check into your 4-star hotel in Buraidah for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Ushaiger heritage village
Optional Activities
- Explore Buraidah's camel market at your own pace
- Dinner and exploration of Buraidah at your own pace
Landmarks Ushaiger Buraidah Camel Market - Day 4
Hail
Start early at the large camel market outside Buraidah. Every morning thousands of camels, goats, and sheep change hands in this busy, lively experience that gives you a real look at traditional Saudi culture. The afternoon takes you to Hail, where you'll head up to Hail Hilltop for sunset views over the city. From there, you can spot the Aarif mud fort and the historic Qishla mud palace. You'll stay at a 3-star hotel in Hail.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Buraidah Camel Market
Optional Activities
- Visit Hail Hilltop for sunset views
- Exploration of Hail town at your own pace
- Dinner at a restaurant of your choice
Landmarks Buraidah Camel Market Hail Hilltop Aarif Mud Fort Qishla Mud Palace - Day 5
Jubbah - AlUla
This morning, travel to Jubbah to see ancient rock carvings in the region. Once an oasis, the site holds petroglyphs carved into rock thousands of years ago showing humans, lions, ibex, horses, camels, and ostriches, a window into early Arab civilizations. The afternoon brings you to AlUla oasis. You'll check into a local guesthouse with the option to visit AlUla Old Town, walk the narrow streets, and have dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Jubbah rock carvings
Optional Activities
- Visit AlUla Old Town at your own pace
- Dinner at a local restaurant in AlUla Old Town
Landmarks Jubbah Rock Carvings AlUla Old Town 
- Day 6
AlUla
The main event today is Hegra (Madain Saleh), Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. This former Nabataean city holds a collection of ancient tombs with detailed facades carved into sandstone cliffs nearly 2,000 years ago. The monuments show the craftsmanship and culture of the Nabataean civilization. Back at your guesthouse in AlUla this evening, you can relax or explore AlUla on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Hegra (Madain Saleh)
Optional Activities
- Explore AlUla at night at your own pace
Landmarks Hegra (Madain Saleh) - Day 7
AlUla
This morning, explore the Lion Tombs of Dedan, an archaeological site older than Hegra and once the capital of the ancient Dedanite kingdom. The tombs are carved into rock, some marked by lion sculptures at the entrances, symbols of strength and status. Later, visit Elephant Rock, a massive sandstone formation shaped like an elephant and one of the region's most recognizable landmarks. It's a good spot to relax and watch the sunset over the desert.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Lion Tombs of Dedan
- Visit to Elephant Rock
Landmarks Lion Tombs of Dedan Elephant Rock - Day 8
Medina
Travel through the historic landscape of Lawrence of Arabia's territory, where during World War I, Arab tribes targeted the Hejaz Railway connecting Damascus to Medina. You'll stop at a historic site with the remains of that era, including rusted train carriages and an abandoned station that connect you to the past. The afternoon takes you to Medina, the holy city, where you'll check into a comfortable 3-star hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Hejaz Railway historic site
Landmarks Hejaz Railway Site - Day 9
Medina
This day is yours to explore Medina at your own pace. You can use the hop-on hop-off open-top bus service to move around the city conveniently. Spend your time visiting the city's historic sites and cultural highlights on your own schedule.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Access to hop-on hop-off open-top bus service
Optional Activities
- Explore Medina's historic sites and cultural highlights at your own pace
- Day 10
Jeddah
Travel to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia's cosmopolitan port city where tradition blends with modernity. After checking in, you'll have time to visit the Corniche, a scenic walkway along the Red Sea coast. Here, you can see the Al Rahma Floating Mosque and King Fahd's Fountain, the world's tallest fountain at 312 meters high. The evening is free to explore more of Jeddah or relax at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit the Corniche
- View Al Rahma Floating Mosque from the Corniche
- View King Fahd's Fountain from the Corniche
- Explore Jeddah at your own pace
Landmarks Corniche Al Rahma Floating Mosque King Fahd's Fountain 
- Day 11
Jeddah
This morning, visit the Tayebat City Museum to dive into Jeddah's 2,500-year history. The collection holds over 60,000 artifacts including ancient coins, manuscripts, traditional Arabic weapons, Saudi costumes, and artwork. The afternoon takes you through Al Balad, Jeddah's UNESCO-listed historic district. Walk through narrow alleyways with spice-scented souks, art galleries, cafes, and traditional bakeries. Many old coral stone merchant houses and mosques have been restored. Key stops include Naseef House and Al Shafee Mosque. The evening is open for more exploration or relaxation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional group dinner in Jeddah)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Tayebat City Museum
- Guided exploration of Al Balad (UNESCO-listed historic district)
Optional Activities
- Visit Naseef House
- Visit Al Shafee Mosque
- Continue exploring Jeddah at your own pace
Landmarks Tayebat City Museum Al Balad Naseef House Al Shafee Mosque - Day 12
Farasan Islands
This morning, fly to Jazan in southeastern Saudi Arabia, then take an afternoon ferry to the Farasan Islands, an archipelago with over 80 islands known for white sand beaches and coral reefs. After checking into your resort, you'll have free time to explore the island and try some of Saudi Arabia's finest seafood.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight to Jazan
- Ferry transfer to Farasan Islands
Optional Activities
- Explore the Farasan Islands at your own pace
- Enjoy seafood at local restaurants
Landmarks Farasan Islands 
- Day 13
Farasan Islands
This morning, join the group for a 3-hour boat tour around the islands to visit some of the best beaches and snorkeling spots. After lunch, head to Al Qassar Sandstone Village and explore the historic Pearl Merchants Neighbourhood, the two main historic sites on the Farasan Islands.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- 3-hour boat tour around the archipelago
- Snorkeling during boat tour
- Visit to Al Qassar Sandstone Village
- Exploration of Pearl Merchants Neighbourhood
Landmarks Al Qassar Sandstone Village Pearl Merchants Neighbourhood - Day 14
Rijal Almaa - Muhayil
Catch the morning ferry back to Jazan, then meet your bus for the drive to Rijal Almaa, a village with dark block-like fortresses decorated with white quartz. Local men wear colorful wrap-around skirts and floral wreaths, earning them the nickname Flower Men. Later, reach Muhayil and check into a 4-star hotel with the evening free to enjoy modern conveniences.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Rijal Almaa
Optional Activities
- Explore Muhayil at your own pace
- Enjoy modern conveniences in Muhayil
Landmarks Rijal Almaa - Day 15
Asir National Park - Abha
This morning, a winding road takes you up to Asir province, named after the local tribe. This part of the kingdom looks completely different with big mountains and lush vegetation, very different from the desert landscapes to the north. Head into Asir National Park with its natural beauty, Hamadryas baboons, and views of Mt. Soudah at 3,000 meters, Saudi Arabia's highest peak. After lunch, visit the viewpoint of Al Habala, a hanging village dramatically perched on a cliff. Built nearly 400 years ago and only accessible by rope ladders, it's unique in the kingdom. Continue to Al Yanfa, a village on top of underground tunnels in low-ceilinged passages. Tonight, stay at a 4-star hotel in Abha and attend a group farewell dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Group farewell dinner in Abha)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Asir National Park
- Visit to Al Habala hanging village viewpoint
- Exploration of Al Yanfa underground tunnels
- Farewell group dinner in Abha
Landmarks Asir National Park Mt. Soudah Al Habala Al Yanfa Shada Palace 
- Day 16
Riyadh
After breakfast, catch a flight from Abha back to Riyadh where your tour ends upon arrival at the airport, usually around midday.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Abha to Riyadh
