49 Activities
From Riyadh to Medina: Mountains, Mosques, and Tombs
Starts from
Riyadh
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
49
Duration
6 days
Length
1468 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Riyadh
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
6 days
Length
1468 mi
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
Road.Travel
- Admire rocks with amazing shapes.
- Visit one of the most beautiful mosques in the world.
- Buy handmade souvenirs.
- Wander around the old town.
- Taste traditional local cuisine.
This six-day route from Riyadh to Medina will take you through picturesque places, among mountains with amazing shapes. You'll discover one of the most beautiful mosques in the world, where the Prophet Muhammad was buried.
You'll visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stroll through picturesque parks, and take a scenic route around AlUla. You'll also see an old market and buy handmade souvenirs.
In Medina, you will visit iconic places, such as its heritage museum. And, finally, you'll have the opportunity to taste traditional local cuisine in the best restaurants in the region. Good luck!
You'll visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stroll through picturesque parks, and take a scenic route around AlUla. You'll also see an old market and buy handmade souvenirs.
In Medina, you will visit iconic places, such as its heritage museum. And, finally, you'll have the opportunity to taste traditional local cuisine in the best restaurants in the region. Good luck!
Categories
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
This six-day route from Riyadh to Medina will take you through picturesque places, among mountains with amazing shapes. You'll discover one of the most beautiful mosques in the world, where the Prophet Muhammad was buried.
You'll visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stroll through picturesque parks, and take a scenic route around AlUla. You'll also see an old market and buy handmade souvenirs.
In Medina, you will visit iconic places, such as its heritage museum. And, finally, you'll have the opportunity to taste traditional local cuisine in the best restaurants in the region. Good luck!
You'll visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stroll through picturesque parks, and take a scenic route around AlUla. You'll also see an old market and buy handmade souvenirs.
In Medina, you will visit iconic places, such as its heritage museum. And, finally, you'll have the opportunity to taste traditional local cuisine in the best restaurants in the region. Good luck!
Road.Travel
- Admire rocks with amazing shapes.
- Visit one of the most beautiful mosques in the world.
- Buy handmade souvenirs.
- Wander around the old town.
- Taste traditional local cuisine.
Travel itinerary
9 Activities
Day 1
427 mi
Travel from Riyadh to Hail
Today you'll go from Riyadh to Hail. Along the way, you'll make several interesting stops, stroll through picturesque parks, and admire rocks with amazing shapes. You'll also be transported to the past by visiting a country house with a collection of antiques. Have an exciting day!
7 Activities
Day 2
303 mi
From Hail to AlUla
Today you'll take the scenic route from Hail to AlUla. Along the way, you'll discover incredible mountain landscapes and real natural masterpieces. You'll spend the evening outdoors in an authentic restaurant surrounded by rocks. Have a nice trip and enjoy it!
8 Activities
Day 3
39 mi0.3 mi
The Charm of the Old Town and Mountain Scenery
You'll spend today in amazing AlUla, where you can enjoy the incredible mountain scenery and get acquainted with the heritage of the old city. You'll see Elephant Mountain, walk in a beautiful park, and visit an old market where you can buy handmade souvenirs. You'll also have the opportunity to taste traditional local cuisine. And all this in an atmosphere of cordiality and special hospitality, which the locals are famous for!
9 Activities
Day 4
45 mi
Magnificent Mountains and UNESCO Sites
Bright and memorable experiences are waiting for you today. You'll visit some of Saudi Arabia's most significant sites, which will take your breath away. Among them are magnificent tombs, enchanting mountains with unusual shades, and, finally, a visit to a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your day will end in an authentic outdoor restaurant surrounded by majestic mountains.
9 Activities
Day 5
236 mi
The Heritage of Medina and the Prophet’s Mosque
On this wonderful day, you'll admire an amazing mountain range, and then visit all the most iconic places in the city of Medina. You'll explore a unique exhibit in the Heritage Museum, where you'll be told about the history of the city and Islam with the help of visual effects. And, finally, you'll visit one of the most beautiful mosques in the world – the place where the Prophet Muhammad was buried.
7 Activities
Day 6
418 mi
Visiting Mosques
Today you're going back to Riyadh. But before that, you'll have time to visit two beautiful mosques. And on the way home, you'll take a look at a small museum with a collection of authentic products. Your day will end in a cosy and bright Italian restaurant, where you'll be served a delicious dinner. Good luck!