8 Days Saudi Arabia Tour Package

Arrive in Saudi Arabia's buzzing capital Riyadh to a warm Memphis Tours welcome and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Riyadh.

Start your day of Saudi Arabia Tour Package, by visiting heritage listed Diriyyah, an historic site on the outskirts of Riyadh, which is said to be the birthplace of the first Saudi state and is today the current home of the royal family. The mud-brick walls once fortified a thriving desert city that was a powerhouse of culture and commerce. In 1745, the city was named the country's capital, laying the foundations for what would later become a unified Saudi Arabia.

Take a walk through the old town to admire its many ancient ruins including the once-splendid palace, houses and marketplace. Continue to Masmak Fort, in Riyadh's old quarter, built during the reign of Abdullah bin Rashid in 1895 A.D. Afterwards, explore the Dirah Souq, a market famed for colourful textiles from silk to luxurious pashminas, before stopping for lunch.

This afternoon, be guided through the National Museum, a national treasure and World Heritage Site, composed of eight galleries that tell the complete story of Arabian history - from the creation of the universe to the modern era.

Continue to Murabba Palace, built by King Abdul Aziz in 1937. A family dwelling, it was constructed from local materials and is composed of several smaller palaces, service buildings, and the Royal Diwan. Return to the hotel for overnight.

Overnight: Riyadh.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Visits: Diriyyah, Masmak Fort, Dirah Souq, the National Museum, Murabba Palace.

This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight northwest to Al-Ula. For amazing Al Ula Tours, spend your afternoon exploring the wonders of the World Heritage-listed Madain Saleh. Southernmost settlement of the Nabatean kingdom, the city was known as 'Al Hegra' during ancient times and was once a stopover on the very prosperous trade route. The site spreads over 2000 square metres, with an abundance of relics and rock-cut tombs.

Don't miss iconic sites in Al Ula Tours like:

Qasr Al-Farid ("The Lonely Castle")
One of Hegra’s most iconic and largest tombs, Qasr Al-Farid stands alone in the desert, showcasing a majestic but unfinished facade.
Your guide will explain the unique Nabataean burial traditions, and how these tombs were carved directly into the sandstone cliffs.
This stop offers fantastic photo opportunities, especially in the early morning or at sunset.

Jabal Al-Ahmar (The Red Mountain)
Known for its reddish sandstone formations, Jabal Al-Ahmar contains over 18 tombs, some with remarkably well-preserved inscriptions and intricate carvings.
These tombs belonged to high-ranking Nabataean families, giving insight into their hierarchical society and funerary practices.

Jabal Al-Banat (Mountain of the Daughters)
This unique collection of over 30 tombs is believed to have been owned by elite Nabataean women, highlighting the role of women in their society.
The tomb facades are beautifully decorated with Nabataean symbols and Thamudic inscriptions that tell stories of the past.

Diwan & Jabal Ithlib – The Nabataean Meeting Place
Jabal Ithlib, a sacred mountain, was a site for religious rituals and gatherings.
The Diwan, a rock-cut hall, served as a political and spiritual meeting place where Nabataean leaders and merchants discussed trade, governance, and religious ceremonies.
A short walk from the Diwan leads to a narrow passageway resembling Petra’s Siq, which was an important ceremonial route.

Proceed to Harrat Uairedh, if there is time, the town's highest point with stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Return to the hotel for overnight in Al Ula.

Overnight: Al Ula.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Visits: Nabatean Well, Qasr Al Bint, Diwan Tomb, Al Farid Palace, Harrat Uairedh.

On the 4th day of Saudi Arabia Tour Package, meet your Guide in the hotel lobby to commence your full day touring in Al Ula. Spend the day exploring the wonders of World Heritage listed, Dadan and Jabal Ikmah. Jabal Ikmah has been described as a huge open-air library, home to the highest concentration of, and most varied inscriptions, in Al Ula. Dadan is the capital of the Dadan and Lihyan kingdoms. This stone-built city features magnificent history that dates between 9th and 8th century BCE. The city also features over ten tombs which are carved into red-rock cliffs. The most famous is the ‘Lion Tombs’, which are seated lion sculptures that mark the burial site of elite society members.

After your mountain explorations, visit the Old town to discover the history of Al-Ula and take a stroll through the Oasis & local farms. After refuelling it's off to the iconic 'Elephant Rock' for memorable Al Ula Tours. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Al Ula.

Overnight: Al Ula.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Visits: Dadan, Jabal Ikmah, The Lion Tombs, Elephant Rock.

Transfer from your hotel/resort in Al Ula for flight to Jeddah. Arrive at Jeddah airport by evening time, transfer to the hotel for check in and overnight stay.

Overnight: Jeddah.
Meals: Breakfast.

Continuous in Saudi Arabia Tour Package, Morning pickup from your hotel to Jeddah train station, to board the High-Speed seating train to Madinah. (trip takes around 2hrs – with max. speed of 300 KM/H).

Arrive Madinah train station, where you will be met by your private guide who will escort you for a day tour to visit: International Fair and Museum of the Prophet's Biography and Islamic Civilization, Qiba Street which connect two Mosques, the Holy Mosque and Qiba Mosque, including Souq Taiba.

Have lunch in a local restaurant. Access to the Mosques is not allowed for Non-Muslims, but they can see it from outside.

Board the train for the trip back to Jeddah. Arrive at the Jeddah train station with a private transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay in Jeddah.

Overnight: Jeddah.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Visits: International Fair, Museum of the Prophet's Biography and Islamic Civilization, the Holy Mosque, Qiba Mosque, Prophet Mohamed Mosque.

This morning of the Saudi Arabia Tour Package, start with Tayebat Museum, this privately owned four-floor collection has displays ranging from pre-Islamic artefacts, exquisite Islamic manuscripts, old coins and weaponry to stunning furniture, pottery and traditional Saudi dress. Enjoy more during Saudi Arabia Tour Package with Memphis Tours!

Then enjoy Jeddah Open Museum, which is one of the largest collections of models, set in a very picturesque area on the new corniche and full of picnic options. Also, you will see 'floating mosque' which appears to drift on the water's surface shimmering in the sunlight. Pause to take in the spectacular views over the Red Sea.

Next, discover King Fahd's Fountain, also known as Jeddah Fountain, which is the tallest of its type in the world, shooting saltwater from the Red Sea 300 metres up into the air, at speeds over 300 kilometres per hour

Then you will be led to Jeddah's traditional architecture in Al-Balad (Old Town) to visit some of the old houses, constructed from coral and reinforced with wooden beams, including Nasif House, one of the most beautiful which was built in the 1850's by the Nasif Family, one of the most influential trading families in the history of Jeddah. Return to the hotel for overnight in Jeddah.

Overnight: Jeddah
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Tayebat Museum, Jeddah Open Museum, Floating Mosque, King Fahd's Fountain.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast