Tayma Heritage Tour
Oct 26, 2023
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Mar 09, 2024
Discover the 'Land of Kings' and learn how Tayma has played a pivotal role in the history of ancient Arabia.
Tour duration: Up to 4 hours
Distance from AlUla: 191km (2h 45min drive)
Tour options: Live tour guide or audio guide
Book your Tayma Heritage Tour now

Tayma’s story is one of legacy, power and legend. A destination with an outstanding history of ancient cultures, today’s travellers can journey along the famed Incense Road to reach Tayma – the land of the last Babylonian King and other extraordinary figures embedded into the region’s steep history.




Tayma Tour
Key information
Duration: Up to 4 hours
Distance: Tayma is 191km (2h 45min drive) from AlUla
Tayma Camp: Rest area between AlUla and Tayma, location here
Meeting location: Tayma Welcome Centre, check in at the Welcome Centre for a short brief before starting your tour.
Arrival time: 15 minutes before booking time
Parking & Transportation:
Distance: Tayma is 191km (2h 45min drive) from AlUla
Tayma Camp: Rest area between AlUla and Tayma, location here
Meeting location: Tayma Welcome Centre, check in at the Welcome Centre for a short brief before starting your tour.
Arrival time: 15 minutes before booking time
Parking & Transportation:
- If driving from Tayma or surrounding areas, please arrive at the Welcome Centre at The Ancient Temple of Salm and park your car at the complimentary parking area.
- Tours including Transfer from AlUla depart from AlUla daily at 10:00 am; complimentary parking is available at Winter Park.
Tour timings
Guided Tours
Two slots daily: 1 pm & 3 pm
Self-guided tours with audio guide
Two slots daily: 11 am & 4 pm
Two slots daily: 1 pm & 3 pm
Self-guided tours with audio guide
Two slots daily: 11 am & 4 pm
Getting to the venue
Tayma Heritage Tour:
Tayma Day Trip including transfer from AlUla:
*Late arrivals will not be eligible for a refund.
- Does not include transfers to Tayma. Pick-up and drop-off transfer on your regular ticket not included.
- Meeting point: Welcome Centre at The Ancient Temple of Salm
- Arrival time: promptly 15 minutes prior to your tour start time to check in.
Tayma Day Trip including transfer from AlUla:
- Return transfer from AlUla to Tayma, available at 10:00 am daily.
- Meeting point: Winter Park Visitor Centre
- Arrival time: 15 minutes before departure time of 10 am
*Late arrivals will not be eligible for a refund.
What's included
The weekday ticket gives you a fascinating tour of the Tayma site plus reenactments and pop-up performances, while a weekend ticket adds a colourful parade and immersive experience.
Weekend ticket | Thu - Sat
Weekday ticket | Sun - Wed
Weekend ticket | Thu - Sat
- Tayma Heritage Tour – Explore six historical highlights with an expert guide around the Tayma site.
- Tayma LIVE! – Watch how locals used to draw water from the ancient Bir Haddaj well, along with storytelling and music, from 26 October to 31 January (in line with Tayma tour ticket times It will be part of Bir Haddaj tour timing)
Running on Wed, Thurs, Fri and Sat only - The Palace Guest – Immerse yourself in live performances that offer a true insight into the history of Qasr Ibn Rumman. from 16 November - 27 January
4 Slots, from 12 pm 4 PM - in line with Tayma tour ticket times. - King Nabonidus’ Parade – Enjoy an exquisite display of colour and creativity in this celebration of Tayma's history, from 16 November. - 27 January - open on Thurs, Fri, Sat only.
Weekday ticket | Sun - Wed
- Tayma Heritage Tour – Explore six historical highlights with an expert guide around the Tayma site.
- Tayma LIVE! – Watch how locals used to draw water from the ancient Bir Haddaj well, along with storytelling and music, , from 26 October to 31 January (in line with Tayma tour ticket times It will be part of Bir Haddaj tour timing) (Wed only)
- The Palace Guest – Immerse yourself in live performances that offer a true insight into the history of Qasr Ibn Rumman. from 16 November - 27 January
4 Slots, from 12 pm 4 PM - in line with Tayma tour ticket times.
Tour Itinerary with AlUla transfer
- 10:00 am Departure from Winter park. *Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time.
- 11:30 am Arrival at Tayma Camp - In between AlUla and Tayma, this recreation of a Bedouin camp offers an immersive insight into how they lived, as well as offering travellers traditional hospitality such as coffee and date.
- 1:00 pm Arrival to Tayma Visitor centre to start your tour
- 4:00 pm Departure from Tayma
- 7:00 pm Arrive to AlUla
Know before you go
- Please bring your ID and ticket for check-in.
- For those travelling from AlUla to Tayma, it is suggested to bring a copy or photo of your passport for travel purposes.
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience.
- Guests should wear comfortable outdoor clothing with closed-toe walking shoes or boots.
- Some sites visited lack shade and can be hot under direct sunlight; we strongly recommend you bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
- Early mornings and desert nights can be chilly; we strongly recommend you bring a warm jacket.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking.
- The journey time between AlUla and Tayma is up to 3 hours each way.




Immersive Show

About Tayma
Explore Tayma, the Land of Kings - home to the last Babylonian King. Learn more about a region that has long been considered a sister oasis to AlUla and Khaybar in legacy, legend, and heritage.