Day Itinerary
6 Activities
Day 2
524 mi
A'arif Fort and the Incredible Elephant Mountain
Learn more about Hail culture, visit the famous fortress seen from all over the city of Hail, travel to a natural mountain wonder in the shape of an elephant, stay at a luxury hotel in the desert, and try traditional Arab cuisine.
241 mi
4 hrs
10:001 hr
Hail Local Heritage Museum
This museum is one of the best in Hail: it represents an old mud house with many artefacts and heritage pieces. Not long ago, the museum opened a great project that shows the region's history by presenting unique historical items. You can be sure to have fun here individually or together with your friends or family.
0.2 mi
5 min
12:151 hr
A'arif Fort
The main A'arif fortress can be seen from all over the city of Hail. It was built in the 17th century AD to protect the city against enemies, and now it is the centre of attraction for tourists. The building is made of mud and clay and covers about 440 square metres. There were also residential areas, a mosque, baths, places of prayer, toilets, warehouses, and other facilities here. You should visit the archaeological museum in the fortress to see distinct types of local architecture that survived throughout the ages.
1.2 mi
10 min
13:251 hr
Al Turathi Restaurant
The restaurant is located in a beautiful mock traditional house with vintage and antique items. The museum located on the ground floor adds fame to the restaurant. The traditional cuisine is local Najd.
259.1 mi
4 hrs 30 min
19:001 hr 30 min
Elephant Rock
This geological marvel located in golden desert sands inspires everyone who visits, with a huge monument that looks like an elephant's trunk and body.
The mountain was made by natural forces — wind and water erosion have been creating the structure for a long time. This place is one of the most famous attractions in the world for foreign and local tourists.
The mountain was made by natural forces — wind and water erosion have been creating the structure for a long time. This place is one of the most famous attractions in the world for foreign and local tourists.
13.4 mi
30 min
21:151 hr
AlUla Heritage Restaurants & Kitchen
This restaurant is the best in AlUla, with excellent traditional mandi. The menu has various options from different cuisines. Guests also appreciate the great service and friendly staff.
9.9 mi
25 min
22:457 hrs
Shaden Desert Resort
The luxury hotel where hospitality meets nature for an unforgettable stay: more than 121 deluxe rooms and villas with private terraces or balconies.
There are royal suites, rooms with a private pool, 4 restaurants (traditional cuisine, seafood with a Middle Eastern twist, Indian cuisine, and steakhouse), a business centre, and meeting/banquet facilities.
The hotel provides free Wi-Fi.
There are royal suites, rooms with a private pool, 4 restaurants (traditional cuisine, seafood with a Middle Eastern twist, Indian cuisine, and steakhouse), a business centre, and meeting/banquet facilities.
The hotel provides free Wi-Fi.