Day 1: Welcome – Jedah
Arrival at Jeddah airport, after customs and immigration formalities, transfer to your hotel. Welcome to Saudi Arabia! Jeddah, on the shores of the Red Sea, is the country's second city, with four million inhabitants.
Night at the hotel in Jedah.
Day 2: Jeddah
After breakfast, take a guided city tour of Jeddah. A local guide will take us to discover this city full of contrasts. Much of the city is being rebuilt into a huge global metropolis. Discover the Corniche, the King Fahd Fountain, the fish market, the Al Rahma Mosque and the historic center. Learn more about Jeddah's history and culture by visiting its most iconic sites. The tour also includes "Tabeyat International City", a magnificent architectural complex with its very interesting history and ethnography museums. We will also visit Bab Makkah, the most important gate of Jeddah, and Beit Sallum, now transformed into a museum. Free time for lunch in a shopping center - Mall - where you can choose from the different restaurants and types of food available. In the afternoon we will visit Al Rahma Mosque, also known as the Floating Mosque, as it was built on the shores of the Red Sea with pillars on the water. We will also enjoy the lively marina, located near the tracks where the Formula 1 circuit takes place.
Return to the hotel. Night in Jedah
Meals included: breakfast
Day 3: From Jedah To Medina
After breakfast, we head into the interior of Arabia, crossing deserts and mountains to reach Medina, the holy and bright city. We arrive around noon and we will stop for lunch. We are in a historic and sacred place for Islam, where millions of pilgrims visit each year and where non-Muslims were not allowed until recently. We must respect their culture and dress appropriately. We walk around the Grand Mosque of the Prophet (Al Masjid an Nabawi), a dazzling, bright mosque with 10 minarets that can accommodate a million visitors. The prophet built it and is buried there. We will also visit UHUD hill. You can walk and climb the hill, but be quiet and respectful of the many pilgrims. We will walk from there to the garden, where the local tribes welcomed and watered the prophet and his companions who were fleeing Mecca for Medina. In the evening we will return outside the Al Masjid to see the crowds and lights again.
Night in Medina
Meals included: breakfast
Day 4: Medina Khaibar Al Ula
After breakfast, we continue our journey to the most beautiful desert areas in the world. We will pass through KHAIBAR, a historic region in a volcanic area with breathtaking landscapes. We will visit the historic KHAYBAR fortress and its magnificent oasis (entrance included). Then head to Al-Ula, one of the most amazing places in the world. It is an open-air museum, with majestic rock formations, canyons and gorges. We will go to see Elephant Rock, "Jabal Al Fil", an impressive geomorphological phenomenon, a 52 meter high rock in the shape of an elephant.
Dinner and nights in Al Ula
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Day 5: Direction Tabuk
After a breakfast in the camp, we will visit the archaeological site of the Nabataean culture and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, HEGRA (Madain Saleh), “the other Petra”, which will amaze us with its tombs. dug into the rock in a desert environment full of mystery. Lunch included. Then we will have free time to stroll and enjoy its shopping streets and its magnificent oasis.
At the beginning of the afternoon, we will leave for TABUK, a city of more than five hundred thousand inhabitants, active provincial capital and one of the oldest cities in the country. We will have time to stroll throughout the active downtown shopping area. Dinner Dinner included.
Night in Tabuk
Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Back To Riyadh
After breakfast we will go to the airport and take a flight to Riyadh the amazing capital of Saudi Arabia. We will visit the National Museum, the largest museum in the Country Where we will learn more about the history, culture and art of the Kingdom. Then we will visit Masmak Fortress. We will also have time to walk around the neighborhood, with its souks and its commercial life.
At the end of the afternoon, we will visit the Al Rajhi Mosque, the largest mosque in Riyadh with its Andalusian-style architecture. We will attend a prayer and receive an introduction to Islam which will help us learn more about this religion. To end the day, we will go to Ryad Boulevard (entrance included), where you will be amazed by its animation and activity, the attractions, the numerous restaurants offering specialties from different countries, its live shows and especially that of the colorful fountains . You will have time to walk around, dine (free) and enjoy this place.
Transfer to the hotel. Night at the hotel in Riad.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7: Riyadh Free Day
Today, After breakfast enjoy a free day to explore Riyadh at your own pace. This dynamic city offers a multitude of activities and sites to discover. You could start with a visit to the famous Kingdom Centre, one of the city's most iconic skyscrapers, offering spectacular panoramic views from its observation deck.
For history buffs, the National Museum of Saudi Arabia is a must-see. It traces the history of the country from prehistoric times to the present day. If you prefer a more traditional atmosphere, the Al-Thumairi souk is the ideal place to discover local crafts and perhaps even find some souvenirs.
Nature lovers can relax in the beautiful gardens of King Abdullah Park, a peaceful green space in the heart of the city. For a culinary experience, Riyadh offers a variety of restaurants offering local and international dishes.
Finally, be sure to stroll through the historic Diriyah district, birthplace of the Saudi dynasty, where you can admire traditional architecture and learn about the origins of the kingdom.
Take full advantage of this day to discover the many facets of Riyadh!
You can also book one of the optional excursions
Overnight in Riyadh
meals included: breakfast
Day 8: Riyad Departure
It's time to say goodbye
After breakfast and depending on your flight schedule, transfer to the airport to catch your return flight.
