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Saudi Arabia, 5 Days · Classic tour
Riyadh and Jeddah
The essence of Saudi Arabia
Discover the essentials of Saudi Arabia, the great unknown of the Middle East, on this trip. We will start in the mystical Riyadh, its capital, with its historical treasures hidden in ancient buildings, museums and souks. And we will finish in Jeddah, the vibrant coastal city that holds hidden treasures in its old part and from where we will have the opportunity to see the best sunset on the Red Sea.
What are you waiting for to join us?
Departure date
Departures from December 2024 till December 2025
From
Dublin, Knock, Galway, Shannon, Donegal, Cork, Kerry county...
Travel details
City of origin - Riyadh
Departure with destination Riyadh. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Riyadh
Breakfast. Start with a tour of the old Riad to visit the traditional souk of Dirah, famous for its antique carpets and other useful antiques of Saudi heritage. Continuation of the visit to the Masmak Fort that depicts the history of the conquest of Arabia by the Al-Saud family. The palace was built during the reign of Abdullah bin Rashid in the year 1895 A.D. to serve as military garrison for his army. His Majesty King Abdulaziz, the father of the current nation, captured the fort in 1902, making it the birthplace of the modern Saudi state. Free afternoon. Overnight stay.
Note: the souks will be closed on Friday mornings.
Riyadh - Jeddah
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for flight to Jeddah. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.
Jeddah
Breakfast. We will start our tour with a wonderful walk-in Al-Balad, the old part of the city. This walking tour will take us along all the less known but must-see local spots: its hidden galleries, the Old Market secret gems, local food establishments with only local clients… While visiting Al-Balad, we will be taken to see Beit Nassif (from outside), one of the many prominent and renovated structures of the old city which dates back to the mid-1800s. This five-story building will provide us a rare opportunity to experience the blend of traditional and modern architecture. Continuation to the visit of the Baghdadi house, the old gold market in Gabel street, and the Ukash Mosque. Our tour will end with the Jeddah Corniche, which is the 30 km coastal resort section of the city with recreation areas, pavilions, and large-scale civic sculptures as well as King Fahd's Fountain, the highest fountain in the world. Free afternoon. Overnight stay.
Jeddah - City of origin
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight with destination the city of origin. Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
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Return flight.
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Overnight stay in the listed hotels, or similar.
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Transfers according to the itinerary.
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Transport in air-conditioned vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
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Regular tours mentioned in the itinerary, not stated as optional.
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English-speaking local guides.
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Diet: 4 breakfasts.
Your trip doesn't include
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Tips for drivers and guides (we recommend USD3 per person/day for guides and USD2 per person/day for drivers).
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Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
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Insolvency protection.
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Category A
Golden Tulip Riyadh
King Faisal District, Exit 10, Al Fudul, Riyadh
Important remarks
- You may be denied entry in Saudi Arabia by the authorities if your passport contains an entry or exit stamp from Israel.
- Saudi Arabia is a Muslim country and the month of Ramadan is of major significance to its residents. During Ramadan, entertainment and alcohol will be restricted in most of the country. The sale of alcohol will be restricted in many places, although some establishments will offer alcohol for sale to tourists. During this period, local businesses may also have shorter opening hours.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.