A Journey into the Heart of Saudi ArabiaA week long adventure of sand dunes, historical villages, the most mouthwatering authentic Saudi food and art installations one could ask for!Authorschildishharish
DestinationsSaudi ArabiaItinerary

Day 1

Safari Camp
Sand dunes for miles, authentic tea, and a meal alongside a new friend.
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Day 2

Ushaiqer Heritage Village
A maze of mudbrick alleyways and sun-washed courtyards, where centuries of Najdi history still echo through every doorway. Ushaiqer feels less like a destination and more like stepping into someone’s memory…
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Albassam Heritage House
It’s like you stepped into the past, a house frozen in time with its living room, garden and reception. A must see to really understand the past of Saudi.
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Day 3

Cloud 7 Residence AlUla
THE place to stay while in AlUla. Mountains on all sides and a short distance away from the main sights.
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AlJadidah Arts District
An artist's dream in the middle of the desert — installations from artists around the world ready to be explored and played with!
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Day 4

Hegra
Carved into cliffs and wrapped in the silence of the desert, Hegra stands as Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll feel the power the moment you step in, it’s palpable!
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Elephant Rock (Jabal AlFil)
Rising naturally from the desert floor, Elephant Rock feels almost surreal at golden hour, when the sandstone formation glows against the vast open landscape.
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Harrat Viewpoint
Perched above AlUla's terrain, Harrat Viewpoint offers sweeping panoramas of rugged mountains and endless desert, with views you can't get from any other part of Saudi.
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Day 5

AlUla Oasis
Hidden beneath towering cliffs and surrounded by date palms, this peaceful place brings life and stillness together in the heart of the desert. The restaurant right in the center is delicious as well!
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Jeddah Corniche
Stretching along the Red Sea, it blends sea breeze, modern architecture, and vibrant city life into one endlessly scenic waterfront escape. You’ll find art installations, parks and the best skyline views!
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Al Rahmah Mosque
Where else can you literally find a floating mosque? The way the light hits it both during the day and at nighttime feels so magical.
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King Fahad's Fountain
A fountain you can see from anywhere in Jeddah, it's absolutely massive and a true landmark of the city!
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Blue Diamond Hotel
THE home base to have when exploring Jeddah! Central and huge rooms!
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Day 6

Old Jeddah, Al Balad
My favorite part of Jeddah! Quaint and newly revitalized part of the city with authentic restaurants and string lights all over!
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Al Taybat International City Museum of Science and Information
One of my favorite spots in Jeddah to photograph; the architecture and little nooks and crannies are STUNNING. You’ll even spot an artist or two painting on the grounds if you’re lucky.
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Day 7

Grand Plaza Dhabab Hotel
While in Riyadh, this is outside of the main area so it’s quiet and not as crowded!
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Souk Al Zal
Rich with the scent of oud, textiles, and old-world craftsmanship, it captures the timeless rhythm of traditional Saudi markets to perfection! I definitely left with several colognes and perfumes!
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Kingdom Center Sky Bridge
A view high, high above the city where you can see panoramic views of all of Riyadh out into the desert.
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At-Turaif World Heritage Site
The Diriyah area of Riyadh is STUNNING with this place being my favorite. Highly recommend going at sunset to see the historical movies being played projected on the walls, I was floored by this site.
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Bujairi Terrace
Once you’re done with At-Turaif, head here for dinner and shopping! It’s a lively area with cuisines from all around the world! Even a delicious Thai restaurant!
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Day 8

Edge of the World
Quite a trek from Riyadh BUT 1000% worth it especially for sunset. Don’t forget to explore to find the best cliff to take a photo at!
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