Best of Saudi Arabia: Riyadh to Asir
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Tour Overview
Set off on a 15-day exploration of Saudi Arabia featuring its oldest landmarks, freshest ingredients and some of the holiest sites. Begin in the new-age hub of Riyadh and discover its history as a desert trading route-turned-modern city. Journey through the desert to traditional villages and pilgrimage stops, making breaks for home-cooked lunches and guided visits in UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Hegra (Mada’in Saleh), Jeddah’s Al-Balad Old Town and the open-air library of Jabal Ikmah. Wander through bazaars to browse handmade crafts in Abha, set foot in ancient palaces, meet a family of rose farmers and discover a few new sides to Saudi Arabia.
Trip Code: EYSAC
Start
Riyadh
End
Jeddah
Destination
Saudi Arabia
Meals
13 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Metro, High-Speed Train, 4WD vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (11 nights), Glamping (shared facilities) (2 nights), Multishare Hostel (1 night)
Days
15
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Discover Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage site – Hegra. See ancient rock art and over 100 tombs carved by the Nabataeans more than 2,000 years ago, then settle into your camp on a working date farm in the heart of AlUla.
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Journey through time with a local guide at Umm Sinman – a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring some of the Middle East’s most prominent Neolithic rock art. Then, enjoy a traditional Saudi Kishta (picnic dinner), cooked over coals beneath the stars.
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Learn about the Flower Men of the Qahtani Tribe and discover ancient art traditions, rose farms and the architectural wonder of Al-Maqar Palace.
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Explore Souq Al Thulatha – one of Asir’s oldest and most cherished bazaars. Meet honey traders and browse local produce, herbs, textiles and crafted clay.
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Dine the local way with a home-cooked traditional Asiri lunch in Abha and later, lunch supplied by local women in a 19th-century emirate palace in Al-Ghat.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
13 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Metro, High-Speed Train, 4WD vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (11 nights), Glamping (shared facilities) (2 nights), Multishare Hostel (1 night)
Included activities
- Riyadh - Souq Al-Zal Market visit
- Riyadh - Al Murabba historical palace
- Diriyah - UNESCO Site
- Riyadh - Traditional home cooked meal with local family
- Al Ghat - Traditional local lunch
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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