Our 4 Day Madain Saleh Tour from Tel Aviv & Jerusalem is a fascinating look at Saudi Arabia, only recently opened for international tourism and a riveting destination for travelers across the globe. Let us guide you through this singular package, making sure to stop at archaeological sites, show you the natural beauty of the region, and uncover this new locale. Our tour is available every Sunday, October through March, and leaves with guaranteed departures.
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Saudi Arabia and Madain Saleh 4 Day Tour from Tel Aviv & Jerusalem Highlights
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Admire the rugged beauty of the Al Tubaiq Nature Reserve, home to wild gazelles, wolves, and eagles, just inside the border of Saudi Arabia2
See the Nabatean city of Madain Saleh, second only to Petra in size and just as breathtaking, to discover its intricate facades and fascinating occupants through the ages3
Trek Jibal al Rukkab's deep gorges and wide wadis to admire the unique natural stone formations, Diwan cultic sites, and natural beauty4
Learn about the 9 million year old lava fields at Harrat Al-’Uwayrid from an expert guide5
Discover Al Ula's Old Town, 1 of 3 remaining Islamic cities and an ancient fortified city surrounded by mud walls and filled with mosques, markets, and castles6
Marvel at the lush greenery that dots the oasis of Al Ula Valley from the towering palm trees to the swaying sea of grasses7
Visit Dedan, formerly known as Lihyan, and learn more about this important Arabic city-state and kingdom as you walk its historic streetsSaudi Arabia and Madain Saleh 4 Day Tour from Tel Aviv & Jerusalem Itinerary
Day 1 - Altubaiq Natural Reserve / Neom
- Begin with an early morning pickup from centralized locations in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, after which you'll transfer to Eilat and cross the border into Jordan, meeting one of our representatives to continue onto the Dourra Border crossing into Saudi Arabia
- The first stop of this tour is the Al Tubaiq Natural Reserve, where you can marvel at the jagged rocky landscape that's home to a number of enchanting animals, including soaring falcons and Nubian Ibex
- Overnight in Tabuk (Lunch and dinner included)
Day 2 - Madain Saleh
- Wake in a camp in the desert and then step into the past when you head to Madain Saleh, also known as Al Hajr, or the place of the rocks, to see the Nabatean city that sat at a crucial point along the Frankincense route
- Later a Roman military outpost, this stunning site is covered in detailed facades, soaring tombs and monuments, and even well-preserved graves
- You’ll also have the chance to explore some natural wonders when you head to Jibal al Rukkab, a winding series of canyons and naturally carved rock formations that house important Diwan cultic sites and Al-Farid Tomb
- The Al-Farid tomb is a staggering tomb carved into a single massive boulder, and is also known as The Lonely Castle
- Overnight Bedouin Camp Madain Saleh (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)
Day 3 - Al Ula And Dedan Village
- Your day of adventure in Al Ula, a lush, hidden gem deep in the desert, begins with a stop at Jabal Al Qaraqir, a precipitous canyon only recently discovered, and a visit to the volcanoes and 9 million year old lava fields at Harrat Al-’Uwayrid
- Continue your discoveries in the ancient town of Al Ula, where Nabateans and Romans both took advantage of its strategic location, and wend your way through the labyrinthine maze of mud houses that still stand to this day
- End the day in Dedan, a traditional village that has stood for centuries, and admire the temples built for the deities of agriculture and water that kept this village so prosperous
- Overnight Bedouin Camp Madain Saleh (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)
Day 4 - Departure
- Your final day will take you from Madain Saleh back to the Dourra Border, where you'll cross into Jordan, stop at the Arava Border, and cross back into Israel
- You'll be transferred to Tel Aviv or Jerusalem late at night where you'll be deposited at a central location (Breakfast included)
NB - all timings on Saudi Arabia and Madain Saleh 4 Day Tour from Tel Aviv & Jerusalem are approximate
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Important Details
Includes
All transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicles
Hand-picked expert tour guide
Entrance fees
1 overnight in Tabuk including breakfast
2 Overnights in a Bedouin Camp in Madain Saleh including breakfast
Lunch and dinner (days 1-3)
Excludes
Border crossing and visa fee
Drinks
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities
What to Bring
Walking shoes
Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites; please come with covered knees and shoulders
Essential Information
All travelers need to make sure that they have the correct visa
Due to the long travel time on day 4, it is recommended to stay an extra night in Aqaba and return to Tel Aviv or Jerusalem the next evening
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