Saudi Arabia

Day 1: Arrival in Jeddah

Arrival transfer to hotel.

Day 2: Jeddah

We visit some of the old Ottoman houses including the beautiful and well-known Nasif House. Also visit Altaybat Int’l City for Sciences and Knowledge.

Day 3: Jedda-Abha

Visit the colorful Fish Market and a walking tour along the corniche. Afternoon flight to Abha

Day 4: Abha

Full day excursion with a visit to Mount Souda, Khamis Mushayt, Habala and Hamsan Villages. We shall see the colorful Flower Men of Tihama. This evening, visit a typical Saudi home.

Day 5: Abha-Al Ula

Fly to Al Ula. This afternoon visit the old houses, Hijaz Railway Station and the magnificent iconic Elephant Rock.

Day 6: Al Ula - Mdain Saleh

Visit the museum in Al Ula, then proceed for a full day excursion to archaeological site of Madain Saleh visiting Hijaz Railway Station, Nabatean Well, Qasr Al Bint, Diwan and Al Farid Palace.

Day 7: Al Ula-Al Jouf

Drive to Al Jouf stopping in Tima to visit Haddaj water well, Al Hamra Palace and Raham Fort. Continue on to drive to visit Dowmat Al Jandal. The ancient stone fortress, also known as Marid Castle.

Day 8: Al Jouf-Hail

We begin our day with a visit to Sakaka Fort, built in 7th c., situated on high ground overlooking Sakaka. Then continue to Al-Rajajil - the site of a group of standing stone pillars that date back to the Chalcolithic period. Continue to Hail via the Nafud Desert, visiting en-route Jubbah to see the magnificent rock carvings.

Day 9: Hail-Al Qassim

This morning view the Oraif and Qishla Forts then drive to Al Qassim. Vsit Al Musaugef Museum, then Shenana tower from the 11th century, Jedieah Museum and King Fahad Mosque.

Day 10: Shagra-Ushaiger-Riyadh

Drive to Riyadh in route visit Ushaiger village, one of the oldest towns in the region of Najd. It was a major stopping point for pilgrims coming from Kuwait, Iraq and Iran to perform Hajj. Continue to Shagra.

Day 11: Riyadh

Morning at leisure. This afternoon visit Diriyyah, one of the most important sites, from where the history of Al Saud Dynasty began. Also visit Musmak Fort which from the outside is one of the most important monuments in the city of Riyadh. Visit National Museum and Murabba Palace.

Day 12: Riyadh - Al Hafuf

This morning we depart to Al Ahsa/Al Hafuf, (3 hr drive), considered the largest oasis in the world. Visit the Al Qara caves, consisting of calcareous sandstone, and sedimentary rock of clay and lime. Jabal Al-Qarah rises about 738 feet above sea level and has a complex set of passageways. The site has iron railings and smooth walkways to allow novice explorers to safely navigate small portions of the intricate caves.

Day 13: Riyadh - Al Hafuf-Dammam

This morning drive approx. 1 hr 45 minutes to Dammam, the oil hub of Saudi Arabia. Visit King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture located in Dhahran, en-route. We also visit the museum of Dammam or one of the other private museums.

Day 14: Depart

Transfer to the airport. OR continue with us to Lebanon.

Trip Length

14 days
Begins in Jeddah and Ends in Dammam
Post Tour Extension to Lebanon

Dates

November 3-16, 2020
February 7-20, 2021
October 31-November 13, 2021

Land Cost

Nov 2020: $6095 per person based on 6-12 participants; Single Room Supplement $1160.
Feb 2021: $6095 per person based on 6-12 participants; Single Room Supplement: $1030.
Nov 2021: $TBA

Accommodations

5* Hotels or best available 3-4* in smaller towns.

Group Size

Maximum 12 guests

Included Meals

All Breakfasts, 12 lunches, 12 dinners

Reading List

Saudi Arabia E-Visa Information
Saudi Arabia Reading List