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Saudi Arabia Trip

Saudi Arabia

Duration

9 days

Budget

$3,000

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1

Trip type

Solo

Interests

Sightseeing

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1

Day 1

Discover Riyadh's Historic Heart

Activity 1

Visit Masmak Fortress

09:00 – 11:00

Explore the historic mud-brick fort that played a significant role in Saudi Arabia's history.

Activity 2

Explore National Museum of Saudi Arabia

11:30 – 13:30

Discover Saudi Arabia's rich history and culture through extensive exhibits and artifacts.

Activity 3

Lunch at Najd Village Restaurant

13:30 – 14:30

Enjoy traditional Saudi cuisine in a restaurant designed to resemble a traditional Najd village.

Activity 4

Walk along King Abdulaziz Historical Center

15:00 – 17:00

Stroll through beautifully landscaped gardens and cultural sites within the historical center.

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Day 2

Modern Riyadh and Skyline Views

Activity 1

Visit Kingdom Centre Tower Sky Bridge

09:00 – 10:30

Experience panoramic views of Riyadh from the Sky Bridge atop the iconic Kingdom Centre Tower.

Activity 2

Explore Al Faisaliyah Center

11:00 – 12:30

Visit Riyadh's first skyscraper, shop, and enjoy views from the Golden Globe observatory.

Activity 3

Lunch at Al Nakheel Restaurant

12:30 – 13:30

Taste modern Saudi dishes in a stylish setting near the city center.

Activity 4

Relax in King Abdullah Park

16:00 – 18:00

Enjoy a leisurely walk and observe the water fountain show in one of Riyadh’s largest parks.

3

Day 3

Day Trip to Diriyah and Cultural Exploration

Activity 1

Tour At-Turaif District UNESCO Site

09:00 – 12:00

Visit the mud-brick architecture of the original home of the Saudi royal family in Diriyah.

Activity 2

Lunch at Al-Masmak Restaurant in Diriyah

12:30 – 13:30

Enjoy authentic Najdi dishes near the historic district.

Activity 3

Explore Wadi Hanifah

15:00 – 17:00

Relax and explore the natural valley with walking trails and picnic spots nearby.

4

Day 4

Jeddah's Historic Charm

Activity 1

Visit Al-Balad Historic District

09:00 – 12:00

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site with traditional coral stone buildings and old marketplaces.

Activity 2

Lunch at Al-Najjar Restaurant

12:30 – 13:30

Savor fresh seafood and traditional dishes near the historic district.

Activity 3

See the Jeddah Corniche and King Fahd Fountain

16:00 – 18:00

Walk along the Red Sea coast and view the world’s tallest fountain evening light show.

5

Day 5

Cultural and Artistic Jeddah

Activity 1

Visit the Tayebat Museum

09:00 – 11:30

Discover regional history, art, and culture in this well-curated museum.

Activity 2

Explore Abdul Raouf Khalil Museum

12:00 – 13:00

View a collection highlighting the natural history of the Hejaz region.

Activity 3

Lunch at Al Baik Restaurant

13:00 – 14:00

Try Saudi Arabia’s famous fast food, specializing in fried chicken.

Activity 4

Visit Jeddah Sculpture Museum

15:00 – 17:00

See the open-air contemporary sculptures scattered along the Corniche.

6

Day 6

Exploring Al-Ula's Ancient Heritage

Activity 1

Fly to Al-Ula and visit Madain Saleh

08:00 – 13:00

Tour the first UNESCO World Heritage site in Saudi Arabia with Nabatean rock-cut tombs.

Activity 2

Lunch at Aroma Restaurant Al-Ula

13:30 – 14:30

Enjoy local and international dishes in Al-Ula town.

Activity 3

Visit Elephant Rock (Jabal AlFil)

16:00 – 18:00

See the famous natural rock formation resembling an elephant.

7

Day 7

Al-Ula Nature and Culture

Activity 1

Explore Al-Ula Old Town

09:00 – 11:00

Tour the ancient mudbrick buildings and narrow streets in this abandoned town.

Activity 2

Visit Dadan and Ikmah Inscriptions

11:30 – 13:30

Discover ancient Lihyanite and Dadanite inscriptions and archaeological sites.

Activity 3

Lunch at Shaden Resort Restaurant

13:30 – 14:30

Dine in a scenic resort setting in Al-Ula.

Activity 4

Evening stargazing tour in Al-Ula desert

20:00 – 22:00

Experience the clear night skies of the desert with guided stargazing.

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Day 8

Historic and Modern Dammam and Khobar

Activity 1

Fly to Dammam and visit King Fahd Park

09:00 – 11:00

Relax in one of the largest parks in the Eastern Province with lakes and gardens.

Activity 2

Lunch at Al-Nakheel Restaurant Dammam

11:30 – 12:30

Enjoy diverse Saudi and Middle Eastern dishes.

Activity 3

Explore Half Moon Bay Beach

14:00 – 17:00

Relax and walk along the sandy shores of this popular beach outside Khobar.

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Day 9

Eastern Province Heritage and Departure

Activity 1

Visit Tarout Castle

09:00 – 11:00

Discover a historical castle on Tarout Island with great views and ancient history.

Activity 2

Lunch at Al Marsa Restaurant

11:30 – 12:30

Try fresh seafood specialties in Qatif harbor area.

Activity 3

Visit King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra)

14:00 – 17:00

Experience exhibitions on science, art, and culture at this modern cultural center in Dhahran.