5-Day AlUla Itinerary
This carefully crafted 5-day itinerary highlights the best sites and experiences on offer in AlUla. Learn about the awe-inspiring ancient kingdoms that once reigned here, feel the thrill of off-road dune tours and mountain adventures, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of AlUla’s timeless landscapes.
Day 1: Heritage trail and Old Town tour
From discovering AlUla Old Town Village, a UNWTO Best Tourism Village, to strolling Heritage Oasis Trail, your first day is filled with some of the historic highlights of AlUla.
Day 2: Explore ancient archaeology and elegant antiques
The highlight of your second day is a trip to Hegra, exploring ancient tombs in a vintage Land Rover. After lunch, it’s then a leisurely stroll around the shops and stalls of Old Town Market Street. Come nightfall, enjoy a delicious dinner, Parisian style.
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Day 3: Mountain adventure and stargazing
Get ready for a day of uplifting adventure and aerial thrills with a morning swinging, climbing and swooshing around Adventure Hub. After lunch, explore AlUla’s AlJadidah Arts District and come nightfall enjoy a spot of stargazing.
Day 4: From rock carving to Oasis dining
Learn about long-ago kingdoms at the ancient capital of Dadan and the awe-inspiring inscriptions of Jabal Ikmah. Break for lunch at nearby hotels and linger poolside to soak up the spectacular scenery. End the day with dinner among AlUla's lush Oasis.
Day 5: Cycling tours and award-winning cuisine
Explore the open road with a cycling tour across scenic desertscape, before refuelling with a healthy lunch on the Incense Road. Take a relaxing stroll around a scenic oasis and come evening enjoy award-winning dining and dusk at epic Elephant Rock.
Your adventure starts here
We’ve thoughtfully crafted different itineraries to help tailor your perfect AlUla getaway. Whether you’re looking to dive deep into the history of AlUla or feel the rush of our adrenaline-pumping activities, check out these exciting itineraries for ideas for your trip.
Events and Experiences Not to Miss
While you can use these itineraries to plan your perfect AlUla trip year-round, don't miss out on one-of-a-kind events, concerts and more throughout the year. Use this up-to-the-minute event schedule to search by date for special events, festivals and happenings to upgrade your AlUla experience.
