Saudi Arabia cultural tour
This leisurely Saudi Arabia cultural tour takes you across the country. The journey comprises cities, coast and mountains but you’ll get around using road and high-speed rail, meaning there are no internal flights.
Riyadh Buraydah Hail AlUla Madain Saleh (Hegra) Medina Jeddah Al Bahah Largest camel market in the world UNESCO-listed Nabatean ruins at Jubbah Visit the mountainous south Get around by road and high-speed rail Homestays, farm stays, and local hotels where possible
Price
US $8533US $7515ToUS $8535excluding flights
More info
Optional single supplement US $1748.
Minimum age 16.
Minimum age 16.
Offers
Up to US $1010 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 10 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 10 Nov
Description of Saudi Arabia cultural tour
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Price information
US $8533US $7515ToUS $8535excluding flights
Optional single supplement US $1748.
Minimum age 16.
Minimum age 16.
Check dates, prices & availability
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Reviews
1 Reviews of Saudi Arabia cultural tour
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2024 by Karin Hassby
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
The mix of places we visited and the super nice atmosphere within our group.
2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Don't worry that it will be too strict with clothes rules. Scarf was needed in or around mosques only.
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I cannot say.
4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
The booking procedure and contact with sales before our trip was very confused and tiring. But the trip itself was great!
Read the operator's response here:
We're delighted to hear that you had a great time in Saudi Arabia, Karin. In terms of sustainable and responsible travel in the country, our groups use locally owned hotels, restaurants, as well as eating locally produced food, wherever possible. We are sorry to hear that you didn't find the communication you received before the trip to be ideal - we will follow this up with our sales team to make sure our high standards are being upheld throughout the booking process.
Responsible Travel
As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) vacation so that you can travel knowing we've worked to maximise the benefits of your vacation to local people and places, and minimise any negative impacts.
Planet
How this trip helps protect and conserve local landscapes and nature.• By traveling in a small group we ‘tread lightly’ to minimise our impact on local resources and the environment.
• We work with our partners on the ground to proactively reduce waste; this includes eliminating all single-use plastic water bottles by providing refills for re-usable bottles.
• The payment of entrance fees to natural reserves and archaeological sites generates income which is used for upkeep and development of these important sites. The trip takes in several UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Nabatean ruins at Hegra, rock art at Jubbah, Al Ahsa oasis and Jeddah’s historic center.
• We visit Ushaiger Heritage Village, one of the oldest settlements in the region which boasts some stunning traditional Najdi architecture.
• We rewild 100 square metres per passenger to compensate for all trip and flight emissions.
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People
How this trip helps improve life for local communities.• Local guides keep you well informed about local traditions and cultural-social sensitivities.
• This trip brings income and opportunity to the destination community through the inclusion of locally owned hotels, restaurants, and other enterprises, and by championing locally produced food wherever possible.
• In Buraydah we visit the Women’s Souq, and the Al Jerredah Souq, which specialise in art and crafts.
• In Taif we visit a rose factory where the local people gather roses to make one of the best rose perfumes in the world.
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