AlUla habitats pool at sunset, between the rocks

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AlUla: Hegra and days in the desert

Four nights among the Nabataean tombs of Hegra, the mud-brick old town and Elephant Rock. The Saudi desert with a design hotel. Itinerary approved by Fernanda Domecg.

About this journey

Hegra was built by the same people as Petra and remained closed to the world for decades. Today it is Saudi Arabia's first World Heritage Site and receives a fraction of the visitors who go to its Jordanian neighbour. Spend half a day there with a site guide, followed by a private tour through the alleyways and thousand-year-old mud-brick houses of AlUla Old Town.

There's a free day for Elephant Rock at sunset, Maraya's mirrored building in the desert, or simply relaxing at a hotel such as Banyan Tree or Habitas, which we'll choose with you.

Price in US dollars, per person sharing a double room. International and domestic flights are not included; we can quote them alongside the trip. Combine it with Jeddah and the Red Sea for a ten-day journey.

Photos by Fernanda Domecg, Pasetti's ambassador, who visited AlUla and approved this itinerary. She helps us understand what's most worth experiencing there.

The itinerary

Day 1: AlUla
Arrival in AlUla and private transfer to the hotel. Four nights with breakfast.
Located in northwestern Saudi Arabia, AlUla is known for its archaeological sites and distinctive rock formations. It is home to Hegra, the country’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, with tombs carved by the Nabataean civilisation. AlUla also preserves traces of ancient trade routes and is developing cultural and tourism initiatives.
Day 2: AlUla
After breakfast, private transfer to Hegra for a half-day visit with an English-speaking local site guide.
Hegra, also known as Madain Saleh, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its rock-cut tombs were created by the Nabataean civilisation. Highlights include the monolithic tomb of Lihyan, son of Kuza, the women’s tombs and ancient banqueting halls.
Return to the hotel and free time for independent activities.
Day 3: AlUla
Breakfast at the hotel and free time for independent activities.
In the afternoon, take a private half-day tour of AlUla Old Town with an English-speaking guide to explore the region’s cultural heritage.
Narrow streets and adjoining mud-brick buildings give the old town the appearance of an ancient fortification, preserving almost a thousand years of history. Highlights include the old market, products made with natural oils such as creams and soaps, textiles and other traditional goods.
Return to the hotel.
Day 4: AlUla
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day for independent activities. You may visit Elephant Rock (Jebel Al-Fil), a 52-metre-high rock formation and one of Saudi Arabia’s most photographed landmarks.
Day 5: AlUla
After breakfast and check-out, private transfer to the airport.

What's included

Accommodation for 4 nights in AlUla, with breakfast
Private transfers between airport/hotel/airport
Regular half-day tour in Hegra, with local guide to the archaeological site in English
Half-day private tour in AlUla, with an English guide
Entrances to Hegra and the ancient city of AlUla

What's not included

International flights between Brazil and Saudi Arabia
Domestic flights within Saudi Arabia
Departure taxes
Tourism taxes
Bank transfer fees for payment to the overseas supplier
Travel document and consular visa expenses
Travel insurance
Cancellation insurance
Excess baggage
Early check-in
Late check-out
Meals not listed as included
Drinks not listed as included
Tips
Porterage
Suggested and/or optional tours and excursions
Admission to sites on suggested and/or optional tours and excursions
Restaurant reservations subject to a fee of USD 10 to USD 30
Personal extras such as laundry, phone calls, alcoholic drinks, extra meals, tips, minibar consumption and anything not listed as included in the itinerary

Onde você vai ficar

Banyan Tree AlUla or Our Habitas AlUla · AlUla · 4 nights, your choice

Good to know

Hegra has a tour of the site itself, in English, at fixed times.
The Saudi e-visa is straightforward; we'll guide you through it.
Maraya and Elephant Rock on a free day: we organize transportation.
It matches Jeddah and the Red Sea on a ten-day trip.

Trip overview

Duration (days): 5
Departures: Daily, on your chosen date
Flights: Flights excluded, including the domestic flight to AlUla; we can quote all flights
Meals: Breakfast
Validity: Apr 30, 2027

From R$38,200.00 for two

Instalments: 10 × R$3,820.00

R$19,100.00 per person

Original currency: USD 3,723 per person

The amount in Brazilian reais is an estimate; conversion uses the exchange rate on the payment date.