AlUla: Hegra, Old Town, Elephant Rock & Saudi Meal

Sharm El Sheikh



Discover Hegra, AlUla Old Town, and Elephant Rock in one unforgettable day. Enjoy a traditional Saudi meal and choose between a shared small-group tour or a private experience with hotel transfers.

Highlights

  • Explore Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hegra
  • Discover the rich heritage and charm of AlUla Old Town
  • Admire the breathtaking Elephant Rock desert landmark
  • Enjoy an authentic Saudi meal at a carefully selected local restaurant
  • Travel in a small group or upgrade to a private hotel transfer tour

Description

AlUla’s archaeological history, local culture, and breathtaking desert landscapes come together in one carefully planned full-day experience. The day begins with the official Hegra visit, where monumental Nabataean tombs rise from the sandstone landscape. Learn how Hegra developed as an important settlement along ancient trade routes while exploring selected archaeological sites included in the official visitor route. Continue to AlUla Old Town, where mud-brick houses, narrow streets, and historic market areas reflect the lives of local families, merchants, and pilgrims. Walk through the accessible heritage district as your guide explains the close relationship between Old Town, the surrounding Oasis, and AlUla's rich cultural heritage. The journey then continues to Elephant Rock, one of AlUla's most iconic natural landmarks. Take time to admire the spectacular sandstone formation, capture memorable photographs, and learn how thousands of years of wind and erosion shaped this remarkable geological wonder. Both the Small Group and Private options include a traditional Saudi meal served at a carefully selected local restaurant. Depending on the tour schedule, the meal may be enjoyed as lunch or dinner while experiencing authentic regional hospitality and cuisine. Guests selecting the Private option also enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off within AlUla, dedicated transportation between attractions, and greater flexibility throughout the day for a more comfortable and personalized experience. The order of the stops may change according to Hegra reservation times, restaurant availability, traffic conditions, weather, and seasonal operating schedules to ensure the best possible experience.

Includes

Official Hegra entry arrangements. Official Hegra guiding according to the confirmed schedule. Transportation between the listed locations. Guided AlUla Old Town visit. Elephant Rock stop. Arabic- or English-speaking guide. Air-conditioned transportation. Bottled water. Saudi meal. Private hotel pickup and drop-off when the private option is selected.

Excludes

Additional food and drinks. Personal expenses. Shopping and souvenirs. Hotel transportation under the shared and small-group options. Transportation outside the confirmed service area.

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