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Explore the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

14 days
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From Riyadh to Jeddah
4.4
44 traveler reviews
  • People exploring scenic cliffs in the desert.
  • A desert landscape with people and vehicles at sunset.
  • Person pointing to ancient rock carvings on a large rock surface.
  • A stunning mosque courtyard with tall minarets and people.
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  • the whole trip ws well up to explore standards. just thr sort of tour that explore does so well.

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    Alan, traveled in January
    4.5
  • A group of men in traditional attire gathering with camels.
  • Mountainous landscape view with clouds and valleys.
  • An ancient stone village surrounded by greenery with mountains in the background.
  • A panoramic view of mountains with winding roads.
  • Traditional buildings with ornate wooden facades in a historical district.
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
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Highlights

  • Explore Riyadh's ancient forts and modern skyscrapers
  • Visit the bustling camel market in Buraidah
  • Discover ancient rock carvings in Jubbah
  • Tour the historic Nabatean city of Hegra
  • Stroll through Jeddah's old town, Al Balad

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip in Riyadh
  2. Day 2 Discover the old and new faces of Riyadh on a guided tour
  3. Day 3 Visit the Ushaiqer Heritage Village; drive to Buraidah
  4. Day 4 Experience the Buraidah camel market; drive to Ha'il via UNESCO-listed rock carvings at Jubbah
  5. Day 5 Drive to AlUla and our desert accommodation
  6. Day 6 Visit the Nabatean city of Hegra and the Lion Tombs of Dadan
  7. Day 7 Discover Maraya Theatre and AlUla Old Town
  8. Day 8 Drive through the desert, and past the Sarawat Mountains, to Medina
  9. Day 9 Yanbu, antique port city on the Red Sea
  10. Day 10 To the mountains at Al Bahah via Ta'if
  11. Day 11 Visit the unexpected mountain village of Thee Ain
  12. Day 12 Drive to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia's second largest city on the Red Sea
  13. Day 13 Walking tour of the UNESCO-listed old town with a Saudi lady; traditional evening meal
  14. Day 14 Trip ends in Jeddah
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What's Not Included

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Gloria Inn (or similar)

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    Days 1, 2

  • Gloria Inn

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  • Arch Mountain Camp

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  • National Park Hotel (or similar)

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  • Rosemond Al Hamra

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  • Rosemond Al Hamra (or similar)

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Traveler Moments

  • An ancient fort with a Saudi flag fluttering in front.
  • Ancient rock city ruins.
  • Rock-cut ancient tomb facade.
  • A lush palm forest with a mountainous backdrop.
  • A white mosque with palms under a bright blue sky.
  • A picturesque rock formation in a desert setting with seating arrangements.
  • A crater with multicolored sediment layers.
  • A desert monument carved into a sandstone rock.
  • Close-up of a camel's face.
  • A panoramic view of mountains with winding roads.
  • A row of ancient camel barns in a desert area.
  • A view from a terrace with traditional seating overlooking rock formations.
  • A man dressed in traditional attire with a display of coffee pots.
  • A palm tree emblem on a textured wall.
  • Mountainous landscape view with clouds and valleys.
  • A stunning mosque courtyard with tall minarets and people.
  • A desert landscape with people and vehicles at sunset.
  • Traditional architecture with a clear sky backdrop.
  • Decorative wooden doors with intricate patterns.

Traveler Reviews

4.4
Overall rating based on 44 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.4
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    3.9
  • Food
    4.1
  • Tour Operator
    4.5

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  • C
    November 28th, 2024
    5.0
    Terrific trip with a wonderful guide - Riad was awesome. Loved the desert camp and the mountains especially. Highly...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had a terrific trip and that Riad made it even more special. The desert camp and mountains truly are magical experiences. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
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  • A
    January 23rd, 2023
    3.8
    I love the tent resort we stayed at and the amazing two days of tours we did while we were there.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    January 22nd, 2023
    4.0
    Alula
    Traveled in January 2023
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  • A
    January 23rd, 2023
    5.0
    Hegra and the fish market. Also the meal choices were a good mix.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    January 22nd, 2023
    4.5
    For me, the mini-Petra was great, as was Elephant Rock, as well as the old town in Jeddah.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    February 8th, 2023
    3.8
    Jeddah & Taif
    Traveled in January 2023
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  • A
    February 9th, 2023
    4.0
    Medina and visit to great Mosque was thrilling. Jeddah is a lovely relaxed city, wished I had stayed on for few more...
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    Traveled in January 2023
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  • A
    February 20th, 2023
    4.0
    AlUla was amazing in terms of history and landscape. The walks and rock clambering in Thee Ain were great. The...
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    Traveled in February 2023
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  • A
    February 19th, 2023
    4.2
    Al Ula
    Traveled in February 2023
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  • A
    February 20th, 2023
    4.7
    Al Ula. Jeddah Old Town Camel Market Ushiager Heritage Village Thee Ain and Shaba mountains
    Traveled in February 2023
    Review collected by Explore!

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    Valerie

    Asked on September 29th, 2024

    are there any more available single rooms on this trip?

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    • Explore!Operator•Written September 2024

      Yes there is one single room available ready to book on this departure. If this goes then we can save a space on a twin share basis and request a single room allocation, however there is one single room left to book if it is needed?

    • V

      Valerie

      Traveler•Written November 2024

      can i ask for instructions as to what to wear and pack as a woman tho i could pass as a guy hippy i guess except at the bathrooms

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    Ana

    Asked on June 18th, 2024

    will i be the oldest person? i am in good health but am not an athlete. will we see sand dunes? how many people on the trip?

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    • Explore!Operator•Written June 2024

      For the moment we have 8 people booked on 13 Nov departure and the age is: 46, 2 people in their 50's, 4 people in their 60's and 73. So you won't be the oldest. We will definitely visit deserts.

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      Ana

      Traveler•Written June 2024

      I would like to book a single room. I'm travelling in an Aussie passport. Is there any way to go to the Yemeni island if doctors or is that just too dangerous?

    • Explore!Operator•Written June 2024

      You may be able to travel to Yemeni Island however this is not somewhere we offer tours so this is something you will need to look into yourself.

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    Lauren

    Asked on January 15th, 2023

    Do you ever have share of solo travelers or no single suplement?

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    • Explore!Operator•Written January 2023

      We offer both Twin share and Single rooms on our trips - Single rooms do have a supplement.

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    Amelia

    Asked on January 14th, 2023

    How big is the group?

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    • Explore!Operator•Written January 2023

      For our 07 March 2023 departure, we have 12 passengers booked with 4 spaces remaining.

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    Elizabeth

    Asked on December 21st, 2022

    Do you have a tour that visits Mecca and Medina?

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      Elizabeth

      Traveler•Written December 2022

      please remember we would like to see Mecca and Medina, and anything else. It does not have to be this tour if the 2 cities are not included.

    • Explore!Operator•Written December 2022

      In this tour we visit Medina but not Mecca. Mecca is accessible for Muslim tourists only. The February departure of Explore the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia tour is 7th February and I am afraid it is a planned group trip and we can not make the tour shorter.

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    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Saudi Arabia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Saudi Arabia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Saudi Arabia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Saudi Arabia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Saudi Arabia. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Saudi Arabia. Ideally 10 days before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before April 25th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 25th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Explore!. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 75 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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