3-Day Ancient Kingdoms Festival Itinerary

This carefully crafted three-day itinerary highlights the best things to do during the Ancient Kingdoms Festival. Immerse yourself in the heritage and beauty of AlUla’s Oasis, gaze down upon the historic sites from the air, and learn about the awe-inspiring civilisations that once reigned here through spectacular after-dark experiences.

3-Day Ancient Kingdoms Festival Itinerary

Day 1: Heritage, helicopters and stargazing

From exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hegra to seeing its iconic sites from the air in a thrilling helicopter tour, your first day is filled with some of the historic highlights of AlUla. Come evening, head into the desert to immerse yourself in the cosmos on a stargazing trip.

Day 1

Breakfast

Start your day with a delicious coffee from Kholasa Cafe at Hegra, with its freshly made gourmet coffee and small bites.
 

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Morning

Start your first day with a tour of Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hegra. Starting 17 November, visitors can enhance their experience through the magic of augmented reality.

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Day 1

Late Lunch

Stop for lunch at AlNakheel Cafe – also known as Palm Garden – for authentic Hijazi and Lebanese cuisine overlooking Old Town and the Oasis.
 

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Afternoon

Take off in a helicopter tour for breathtaking birds'-eye views over AlUla's spectacular scenery and some iconic historic sites.

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Evening and dinner

While you lose yourself in the universe, a grilled dinner will be prepared to be feasted on around a crackling campfire.

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Day 2: Oasis strolls, ancient tombs and Ikmah at night

Start the day with a relaxing stroll along the Heritage Oasis Trail, before lunch among its lush and picturesque surroundings. Afterwards, take a tour to must-see archaeological site of Dadan and come nightfall immerse yourself in the fascinating Ikmah After Dark experience.

Day 2

Breakfast

Start your second day with a freshly prepared breakfast at the popular favourite Pink Camel Pastry Boutique, overlooking the scenic Oasis.
 

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Day 2

Morning

Explore lush farmland, shaded palm groves and ancient mudbrick dwellings with a restorative stroll along AlUla's picturesque Heritage Oasis Trail.
 

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Lunch

Head to the nearby Daimumah Restaurant for a delicious open-air lunch surrounded by soaring palm and fragrant citrus trees.
 

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Afternoon

Explore the former kingdom of the Lihyanite and Dadanite civilisations with a trip to Dadan and its ancient tombs, inscriptions and stone ruins.

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Day 2

Evening

Enjoy the stunning Ikmah After Dark experience which includes a catered reception, a candlelit tour of Jabal Ikmah, and an immersive projection show.

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Day 2

Dinner

For an updated twist on traditional cooking, Suhail in Old Town offers modern Saudi Arabian fine dining inspired by ancient spices.

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Day 3: Aerial adventure and multisensory experiences

Get your adrenaline pumping with a morning flying through the air at AlUla's Adventure Hub. After lunch head to the innovative Memory Sanctuary for a multisensory dessert, before immersing yourself in the world of the ancient Nabataeans at Hegra After Dark.

Day 3

Breakfast

Start your morning with warm-from-the-oven pastries at Al Hatab Bakery in AlJadidah Arts District.
 

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Day 3

Morning

Whether it taking to the skies on the Giant Swing or ziplining through the air, a morning at the Adventure Hub will get your heart pumping.
 

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Lunch

From wood-fired pizza to AlUla citrus risotto, relax after your morning of aerial thrills with a leisurely lunch of Italian cuisine at Circolo.
 

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Afternoon

Save some space and head to the Memory Sanctuary multisensory experience, where you craft your own nitrogen-frozen dessert.
 

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Evening

The Hegra After Dark experience takes you on an unforgettable journey back in time and immerses you in the world of the ancient Nabataeans.
 

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Ancient Kingdoms Festival 2023

16 Nov - 2 Dec

Immersive and enriching, the festival aims to ignite a lifelong curiosity and sense of connection with the pivotal stories of the past that shape our understanding of the present.

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Explore What to Do in AlUla

Adventure and exploration await in AlUla. Discover ancient civilisations, immerse yourself in stunning desertscape, explore iconic rock formations, take to the air, stroll through lush oases, stargaze under clear night skies…there’s no end to unforgettable experiences in AlUla.

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