Day 1: Arrival at Riyadh, airport pick up
Welcome to Riyadh - the capital of Saudi Arabia! Your driver and your guide will pick you up at RUH-King Khaled International Airport, and then drive you for half an hour to the hotel we selected. Afterward, it will be your free time. Accommodation: Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences (4 stars)
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Day 2: Riyadh historical city tour
We'll visit Al Masmak Museum displaying various royal relics, and Al Murabba Palace of King Abdul Aziz in the morning. After self-paid lunch, we'll also visit the National Museum of Saudi Arabia, to learn the history of Saudi Arabia; as well as the National Museum Park, to enjoy the natural vitality of the Middle East. We're going to Dira Souq too, which is a traditional market at local. You would find brassware and distinctive souvenirs here. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences (4 stars)
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Day 3: Drive to Edge of the World (Jebel Fihrayn)
In the early morning, we will drive for about 2.5 hours/120 km (74.6 miles) to Jebel Fihrayn, which is quite well known for the marvelous cliffs - the Edge of the World. Standing on these 1,000 feet high cliffs, it's a thrilling experience to see the end of the world. These skyscraping cliffs would also give us an astounding view of the vast Middle East desert with weaving gullies and scattered camels. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences (4 stars)
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Day 4: Fly to Abha, airport pick up & Abha city tour
After breakfast, you'll get a private transfer to the airport, and you're to take the plane to Abha. Upon arrival, a local guide and a local driver will pick you up, and then lead you to visit Basket Market, where varieties of colorful hand-made baskets are on sale. Next, we're going to visit Muftaha Village, the Saudi art center that has become a frequently visited attraction with multiple art exhibitions; and Shada Palace, which used to be the office and residence of the local governor, has turned into a museum holding a large number of ancient artifacts. At last of today, we will send you to check in the hotel in Abha downtown. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Abha Palace (5 stars)
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Today, we will get to Mount Souda after a 40-minute drive. Mount Souda is the highest mountain in the Middle East, and one of the lushest areas nationwide. Driving past the mountain road to the foot of the Souda, then we will take the 7-km (4.3-mile) cable car to the peak. Here you will enjoy the incredible natural beauty while hiking. Later, we're to visit Al Habala Village, an old village that has been on a steep cliff at a height of 400 meters (1,312.3 feet). Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Abha Palace (5 stars)
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Day 6: Private transfer from Abha to Najran
We will leave Abha for Najran with a 4-hour driving. On the way, we will stop over to visit Bin Hamsan Traditional Village, an Arabic countryside houses a stone tower, a museum, an auditorium, a traditional restaurant and a gift shop. On our arrival in Najran, we'll check into the hotel and then continue our trip to Al Akhdood Museum, a castle site built of stones; Al Aan Palace, the historical architecture that considered as the most splendid one in Najiran region. We'll also visit Mud Houses, Dam, Emara Palace and Dagger Souq today. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hyatt Najran Hotel (4 stars)
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Day 7: Najran Bir Hima & Al Fau tour
You'll be escorted to the historic sites of Bir Hima and Al Fau today. Bir Hima, 30 km (18.6 miles) northeast of Najran, is known for the wells discovered here. Al Fau, housing many ruins of old houses, palaces and shops, has suffered some damages due to its fragile geology and archaeological excavations. Return to your hotel after the visit. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hyatt Najran Hotel (4 stars)
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Day 8: Private transfer from Najran to Abha, Fly to Jeddah
We'll drive for 3 hours/240 km (149.1 miles) to reach Abha airport. Then you will fly to Jeddah alone. As you get to Jeddah, our local driver together with the local guide will give you a pick-up at the airport. We're to check in the hotel for a break at first, and start our sightseeing in the afternoon. We will go to the Corniche Area, where we can enjoy a sun setting cruise for an hour or so. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Red Sea Palace (4 stars)
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Day 9: Jeddah historical city tour
We'll go on to visit the city of Jeddah. Today, we're going to Al-Balad to see the world heritage town in the heart of Jeddah. With stunning old houses and Saudi open-air markets, you can also find some traditional restaurants, snack bars and cafes while strolling. Then we'll see Beit Nassif, a notable centuries-old house, and take pictures at Historic Jeddah North Gate as well. After that, we will have a cycling tour along the New Jeddah Corniche - a section of the coast of the Red Sea. The last attraction we're to visit is the Floating Mosque, a pure white Islamic architecture constructed on the water by sea, with eye-catching minaret higher than other things in the surroundings. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Red Sea Palace (4 stars)
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Day 10: Departure from Jeddah, airport see-off
After enjoying your breakfast at the hotel, based on your flight schedule, your guide and your driver will provide you a transfer from the hotel to Jeddah airport on time. You could then fly back to your sweet home. Good journey home! Meals: Breakfast
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