Saudi Arabia & QatarFrom desert landscapes to vibrant cities

Your journey takes you to Ha'il in the northwest of the Arabian Peninsula. As a historic trading hub, the city has played a fascinating role in the history of modern Saudi Arabia and is home to a lively souq—one of the last remaining traditional markets in the country. Take a trip to Jubbah, a heritage site where magnificent rock art and petroglyphs adorn the surrounding sandstone cliffs, featuring thousand-year-old images of camels, lions, and other animals that once roamed this region. Indulge in Saudi hospitality and learn about the importance of camels in Saudi culture.

Back in Ha'il, visit Qeshla Palace. Admire the monumental structure from the outside before exploring the ancient A'arif Fort, built on a rocky outcrop and offering excellent views over the city. Visit the fascinating Hail Local Heritage Museum, browse the diverse collection, and take a look at a bygone era.

AlUla lies in a large, spectacular valley where palm groves stretch across the middle of a wadi and imposing red sandstone cliffs rise up on either side. The city, with its mysterious aura, is the gateway to Saudi Arabia's own "Petra," Hegra. Admire the dramatic stone city, which is Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to a wealth of relics and rock tombs. Visit the famous Elephant Rock and drive to Harrat Uairedh, the highest point in the city with breathtaking panoramic views. For an aerial view of the spectacular canyon landscape, take a helicopter flight.

Discover Jabal Ikmah, described as a huge open-air library thanks to its rich collection of images and texts. Visit the important archaeological sites in the oasis of Dedan and immerse yourself in the kingdom's past. Then climb the black lava rock of Harrat Uwayrid and you will be rewarded with a view of the surrounding landscape. Stay for sunset and watch as the sky slowly fills with thousands of dancing stars.

Continue your journey to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia's economic hub and main gateway to Mecca. A historic crossroads for pilgrims and traders, Jeddah is the most fascinating of Saudi Arabia's major cities, with a cosmopolitan and liberal atmosphere found nowhere else in the country. Admire the old town, a World Heritage Site on the Red Sea, explore the bustling souq and the relaxed coastline, home to fantastic diving spots, and enjoy the diverse world-class cuisine.

In this cosmopolitan city, the open-air museum offers an extraordinary selection of modern sculptures, ranging from traditional Arabic designs to abstract and monumental works. Discover the Jeddah Fountain, the tallest of its kind in the world, which shoots salt water from the Red Sea 300 meters into the air. Then marvel at the "floating mosque," which appears to float on the water's surface and shimmers in the sunlight. Pause and enjoy the spectacular view over the Red Sea. Take a trip to the second most important holy city of Medina, where you can marvel at the Holy Mosque.

Jazyan in southern Saudi Arabia is famous for its greenery and flower men. Their flowers are part of a tradition that dates back more than 2,000 years. Your private guide will host you in his home in the mountains and give you a comprehensive insight into his coffee farm and family heritage. He will then take you through the Faifa Mountains, whose peaks are the highest in the region. Enjoy the view from the top and explore the ancient fortresses built on the mountain slopes to protect against invaders.

Your journey continues to Wadi Lajab, a vast and massive canyon from which freshwater streams flow along the Al-Reeth Mountains of the Al-Tihamah Valley in southwestern Saudi Arabia. Marvel at its majestic rock formations, heights, and extreme depths, which are only lightly touched by sunlight. Visit the "Hanging Garden," where trees tower to heights of 200 to 400 meters.

The magnificent capital city of Doha on the Arabian Peninsula welcomes you with its dazzling skyline. Experience the unique combination of modern city life and oriental tradition. Visit the artificial island of The Pearl—a replica of Venice—and stroll along the kilometer-long Corniche beach promenade, where you can enjoy views of palm trees and the turquoise blue sea.

Immerse yourself in Arabian tradition at the Qatari bazaar Souq Waqif. In the cultural village of Katara, where different cultures meet, you can expect a variety of exhibitions by international artists and a beautiful beach with a view of the skyline. Visit one of the huge shopping centers, such as Villagio Mall, which offers a wide range of luxury shopping opportunities. Take a desert safari to the outskirts of Doha, where you can admire the sheer endlessness of the desert.