Riyadh (3 Days 2 Nights)

Embark on a brief yet vibrant exploration of Riyadh, blending ancient heritage with modern marvels. From your arrival at King Khalid International Airport, immerse yourself in the city's rich history at the Masmak Fort and the bustling Dirah Souq. Ascend the Kingdom Tower for panoramic views, and delve into the nation's past at the National Museum and Murrabba Palace. This compact tour offers a perfect snapshot of Saudi Arabia's capital, making every moment count with cultural insights and leisure time.

Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrival

Arrive at King Khalid International Airport. On arrival at Riyadh, you will be transferred to your hotel in Riyadh. Riyadh’s blend of medieval and millennial makes for a beguiling cultural union one where Arabia’s first roots can be traced, and where its bold future can be envisioned. The city’s fascinating, centuries-old history can be found within its atmospheric souqs, compelling museums, and ancient architecture, but it’s also a modern metropolis, with glittering high-rises and a burgeoning contemporary art scene. Evening you have free time to explore Riyadh (on your own).

DAY 2: City Tour

Enjoy breakfast at hotel. We proceed into old riyadh, starting in the downtown area, visiting the traditional dirah souq (famous for buying antique carpets and other useful saudi heritage antiques). The walk is infused with the aromas of sandalwood fragrance and other scents of the orient. The souq is known for men’s clothing and it is entertaining to watch the auction which takes place every friday. After this, we visit the masmak fort which is just walking distance from the old souq and whose importance is linked to the creation of the 3rd saudi kingdom, the modern one we live in. The fortified palace was built during the reign of abdullah bin rashid in the year 1895 a.D. To serve as a military garrison for the army of abdullah bin rashid. His majesty king abdulaziz, the father of the today’s nation, captured the fort in 1902, marking the beginning of the reconquest of arabia by the house of saudi. From there we will head to the famous kingdom tower and its sky bridge to see riyadh from a panoramic viewpoint nearly 300 meters above the city.

DAY 3: Departure

After breakfast our local representative will drop you to king khalid international airport. We hope you enjoyed your time in this beautiful kingdom and we look forward to welcome you once again in future.