THE SPLENDOR OF ARABIAN WONDERS – KSA

Your tour leader/driver will be waiting for you and will find you. You will be transferred by an A/C car to your hotel. Overnight in Riyadh.

After breakfast, start your tour by visiting the National Museum of Saudi Arabia, established in 1419 as part of the King Abdulaziz Historical Center in Riyadh.This impressive museum covers Saudi history, the Royal Family, the kingdom's formation, and political context. 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 features Arabian and Islamic art and architecture, including a prehistoric elephant skeleton, a meteor from the Empty Quarter, rock graffiti from the Hejaz region, a copy of the Rosetta Stone, and Madaian Salah rock-cut tombs. Enjoy a walk through the National Museum Park's outdoor gardens, then visit the Hall of King Abdulaziz with its showroom of old cars. Next, visit Murraba Palace, built by King Abdulaziz in traditional Najid style using local materials. Optionally, enjoy a Saudi lunch at Najd traditional restaurant. Then, explore Riyadh’s Souk Al-Zal, a historic market near the Masmak fortress, filled with traditional Eastern artifacts. Visit Al Masmak to explore Saudi Arabia’s roots, with exhibitions, historical artifacts, and a short documentary on the fortress's capture by King Abdul Aziz. Finally, visit Kingdom Tower, the tallest building in Riyadh, located in the Oalya district. The shopping mall has many facilities and cafes. Optionally, visit the Sky Bridge for a panoramic view of the city. End with a photo stop at The Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Mosque, known for its Middle Eastern architectural style. Overnight in Riyadh.

After breakfast, start your tour with an exciting excursion to the Edge of the World from Riyadh. Drive to Tuwaiq Mountain, where you'll stand on cliffs and spot dried rivers and camels far below, following an ancient caravan route. Enjoy walking on old camel tracks. Optionally, your tour leader can recommend a lovely restaurant for lunch. Travel back to your hotel. Overnight in Riyadh.

After breakfast, transfer to Riyadh airport for your flight to Al Ula. Start your tour by visiting Hegra (Madain Saleh), an archaeological site from the Nabatean kingdom. It features well-preserved monumental tombs, inscriptions, and cave drawings. Then visit Hijaz Railway Station, a UNESCO World Heritage site with remains of the railway built by the Ottoman Empire. Enjoy Elephant Rock, a spectacular rock formation resembling an elephant. Return to your hotel. Overnight in Al Ula.

After breakfast, tour AlUla Old Town, exploring the maze of adobe buildings and enjoying views of AlUla Castle, dating back to the 10th century. Experience the live immersion show “Path of Poets,” sharing the story of Jamil bin Muammar and Buthaina. Explore Old Market Street, featuring local artisans, cafes, and cultural activations. Overnight in Al Ula.

After breakfast, transfer to Al Ula airport for your flight to Jeddah. Start your tour in Jeddah’s historical downtown area (Al-Balad), known as the “Old Town.” Walk amid old buildings, a traditional souk, and many restaurants, experiencing the traditional landscape. Visit Beit Nassif, Makkah Gate, and other historical houses. Explore hidden gems, galleries, and local food shops. Visit Al Shafi Mosque, the oldest mosque in Jeddah, and the Al Tayebat International City Museum, covering Saudi history, architecture, and Islamic art. End the tour with a ride along The New Jeddah Corniche, a 30 km coastal resort area. Overnight in Jeddah.

Another reason to get up early: a picturesque “balcony walk” to the old village of As Sab on top of the Mountain. Your rugged route to Muscat consists of a stop at the village of Bilad Sayt, followed by one of the most exhilarating off-road journeys through Wadi Bani Awf. Visit the hot springs of Nakhal and stroll around its fort before heading towards Muscat, where our unforgettable journey ends. Overnight in Muscat. (B/-/-).

Departure After Breakfast. Your Tour leader/ Driver will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.