2-Day AlUla History Tour with Hegra and Elephant Rock

9:00 AM - Hegra

• Enjoy the gorgeous natural scenery and admire stunning displays of human creativity on a 2-hour tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hegra. On this cultural tour, you will visit various iconic AlUla attractions, including AlUla Old Town and Hegra, Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. The trip also includes a professional storyteller who will bring the stories of AlUla's top attractions to life, adding to your overall experience and promising a lifetime trip.

11:00 AM - Dadan and Ikmah

• Embark on a historical tour that takes you to some of AlUla's most significant discoveries. You will arrange your own transportation to the famous Jabal Ikmah, often referred to as an open-air library, where you will have the chance to admire ancient writings and inscriptions dating back to the Lihyan civilization. You will also discover the history of Dadan, the capital of the Dadan and Lihyanite kingdoms. This tour also includes a visit to one of the popular farms in AlUla, as well as lunch at Barzan Rural Resort. If you are a history buff with a love for ancient civilizations, this tour is not something you will want to miss.

1:00 PM - Lunch / Snacks / Fresh Fruit / Coffee / Tea

2:30 PM - Jabal Ithlib

• Located on the east side of AlUla, Jabal Ithlib is a natural mountain that once served as a place of worship for the Nabateans. Famous for its stunning temples and inscriptions, the mountain's main attraction is the 'Diwan', a large room carved into the rocks that is believed to have been the venue for lavish banquets, as well as a meeting room dedicated to the leaders of the city.

4:00 PM - Musa Bin Nusayr Castle

• Often referred to as 'AlUla Fort', Musa Bin Nusayr Castle is a red sandstone fort that dates back to the 6th century BC. Due to its historical significance, the castle has undergone various preservation attempts over the years. It stands 45 meters high and offers visitors a beautiful panoramic view of AlUla.

6:00 PM - Drive back to Tabuk

8:00 PM - Dinner

• In the hotel or restaurant.

9:00 AM - Al`Ula Old Town (4-hour tour)

• Also known as 'Deira', which is Arabic for 'The Town', AlUla Old Town is an ancient city with nearly 900 houses, 400 shops, and five town squares. The town has an impressive history that dates back roughly seven centuries and overlooks the gorgeous Musa Bin Nusayr Castle, a citadel dating back to the 10th century. The town still contains the remains of some of the original stone and mud-brick buildings that visitors can admire during their visit.

1:00 PM - Lunch / Snacks / Fresh Fruit / Coffee / Tea

2:30 PM - Harrat Uwayrid

• With an impressive length of 180 kilometres and a width of roughly 90 kilometres, this volcanic field features scoria cones, vast lava flows, and tuff cones. Visitors can also enjoy the stunning scenery of the rugged terrain and the various valleys surrounding the volcanic field.

4:00 PM - Elephant Rock

• Resembling an elephant with its trunk touching the ground, Elephant Rock is a large sandstone monolith considered one of the iconic landmarks of AlUla. Standing at a height of 52 meters upon golden sands, with mountains looming in the background, this historical landmark is best visited during sunset, when you can enjoy breezy weather and breathtaking views.

6:30 PM - Drive back to Tabuk

8:00 PM - Dinner

• In the hotel or restaurant.