3-Day Summer Itinerary for History and Nature

This carefully crafted 3-day itinerary highlights AlUla's best sites of historical interest and natural beauty over the summer months. Learn about the ancient kingdoms that once reigned here, feel the thrill of mountain adventures, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of AlUla’s timeless landscapes.

3-Day Summer Itinerary for History and Nature

Day 1: Old Town exploration and desert stargazing

Start your 3-day stay by exploring historic Old Town before spending the night under the shimmering cosmos with a stargazing tour.

Day 1

Afternoon


Browse the rich variety of handmade crafts, clothes, jewellery, cafes and more on offer on the Old Town Market Street.
 

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Day 1

Night and dinner


Head into the desert for an awe-inspiring stargazing experience in Gharameel. You'll also enjoy a grilled dinner around a crackling campfire.
 

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Day 2: Three ancient sites and an iconic elephant

Day two begins with a tour of the fascinating UNESCO-designated site of Hegra. After lunch, it's time for more historic adventure with a trip to Dadan and Jabal Ikmah. Evening involves visiting a rather special elephant.

Day 2

Morning


Choose from two ways to explore the fascinating stone-carved tombs at Hegra – either with a group tour or in a private vintage Land Rover.
 

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Day 2

Late Lunch


Refuel with an authentic Italian dining experience complete with artisan pizzas topped with locally grown ingredients at Circolo.
 

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Day 2

Afternoon


Explore the former Lihyanite and Dadanite kingdoms with a trip to Dadan and Jabal Ikmah – all in the comfort of a private vintage Land Rover.
 

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Day 2

Evening


While witnessing AlUla’s iconic Elephant Rock is a marvel at any time of day, head here for sunset and you’re treated to a particularly magical sight.
 

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Day 2

Dinner


Head to Old Town for a taste of Parisian cuisine with sumptuous steak frites at Entrecôte, accompanied by stunning rooftop views.
 

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Day 3: Spectacular scenery, heart-pumping thrills and arty neighbourhood

Start the morning with a journey through stunning nature reserve, followed by lunch with breathtaking desert vistas. Swing through scenic canyons in the afternoon and come evening unwind in buzzing AlJadidah.

Day 3

Morning


Take a guided tour through the Sharaan Nature Reserve and enjoy some of the region’s most extraordinary scenery from the back of a vintage 4x4.
 

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Day 3

Lunch


Treat yourself to lunch at Tama at Habitas, where the menu fuses global and Middle Eastern flavours accompanied by stunning desert surroundings.
 

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Day 3

Late Afternoon


Get your heart-pumping with the Giant Swing experience at AlUla's Adventure Hub, where you leap from a ledge and fly through canyon walls.
 

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Day 3

Evening


Stroll the buzzing streets of AlUla’s vibrant cultural hub – the AlJadidah Arts District, home to murals and the world’s largest hand-painted carpet.
 

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Day 3

Dinner


Grab a table on the rooftop of Suhail and you can enjoy an exciting take on traditional Saudi dishes while you dine under the stars.
 

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