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Private Tours to Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Tours

Saudi Arabia is one of the world's most extraordinary and rapidly emerging travel destinations — a vast kingdom of stunning desert scenery, UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient Nabataean tombs, the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, and a remarkable blend of ancient history and breathtaking modern architecture that rewards every traveler with an extraordinary journey through the heart of the Arabian Peninsula.
Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Vacation Packages

Don't miss out on any important sights and experiences in Saudi Arabia — Firebird offers expertly crafted Saudi Arabia tours and group tours for every type of traveler, from classic Riyadh and Jeddah city tours to comprehensive Saudi Arabia adventures covering Al Ula's extraordinary Nabataean tombs, the Empty Quarter (Rub' al Khali) desert, Mada'in Saleh, Asir National Park, and the stunning Red Sea coastline. Saudi Arabia offers 9-day tours across 5 cities — Ancient Wonders tours cost around $210 per day, and a 13-day tour includes stays at boutique hotels throughout the extraordinary kingdom. Be sure to contact our team of destination specialists for insights on what not to miss in Saudi Arabia and where and when to go — our Saudi Arabia tours include modern hotels, expert local guides, and carefully planned itineraries covering all the extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage sites, natural wonders, and cultural heritage of this remarkable destination.
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Highlights of Saudi Arabia1 country, 2 cities
JeddahRiyadh
8 days
Private tour
From $5,136
Umrah Mecca1 country, 2 cities
MedinaMecca
4 days
Private tour
From $407
Mecca’s Iman Path1 country, 2 cities
MedinaMecca
6 days
Private tour
From $1,231
Mecca’s Blessed Umrah Path1 country, 2 cities
MedinaMecca
8 days
Private tour
From $1,283
Best of Saudi Arabia1 country, 3 cities
RiyadhAl-UlaJeddah
8 days
Private tour
From $4,617

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Things To Do & Places To See in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Travel Packages

Al Ula is Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary and celebrated ancient destination — AlUla features dramatic rock formations, ancient Nabataean tombs, and the extraordinary Hegra (Mada'in Saleh) UNESCO World Heritage site with 130 monumental tombs and rock carvings. Elephant Rock near Al Ula is one of Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary natural wonders — the extraordinary 52-metre natural rock formation rewards every traveler with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding arid desert landscape. AlUla's Winter at Tantora festival includes music and art — one of Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary and culturally rich events. Visit the stunning Mada'in Saleh — the extraordinary archaeological site of Hegra (Mada'in Saleh) is Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring extraordinary Nabataean tombs carved into rose-red sandstone cliffs that rival Jordan's Petra in their extraordinary ancient beauty. Historic Diriyah in Riyadh is the birthplace of the Saudi state — Riyadh's Masmak Fortress marks the beginning of Saudi Arabia's modern history and is one of Riyadh's most fascinating and historically significant sights. The Al-Masmak Fort, the National Museum, and the Al Rajhi Grand Mosque complete Riyadh's extraordinary collection of must-visit cultural heritage destinations.

Jeddah's Al-Balad is a UNESCO World Heritage site of extraordinary coral-stone architecture — the Jeddah Waterfront, King Fahd Fountain (one of the world's tallest fountains), and the vibrant Red Sea coastline's snorkeling and coral reef experiences reward every Saudi Arabia tour traveler with extraordinary natural and cultural experiences. Explore the Empty Quarter (Rub' al Khali) — the world's largest continuous sand desert rewards every traveler with extraordinary vast expanse dune bashing and camel trek adventures. Buraydah hosts the world's largest camel market, spanning two square miles — one of Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary and authentic local life experiences. Al Ahsa Oasis is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its historic caves and traditional souqs. Jubbah features some of the oldest Neolithic rock art in the world — ancient petroglyphs and rock art rewards every Saudi Arabia tour traveler with a fascinating insight into Saudi Arabia's extraordinary prehistoric past. The Farasan Islands offer pristine beaches and diverse marine life along the Red Sea. The Asir region features high-altitude landscapes including Al Bahah and Rijal Almaa village — discover the extraordinary Asir National Park for Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary green mountain and cliff edge hiking landscapes. Take a tour of the heritage village of Raqqah and explore the Red Sea coastline's extraordinary coral reefs and natural wonders. Masjid al-Haram in Mecca is the holiest mosque in Islam — specialized tours in Saudi Arabia emphasize historical and spiritual significance in the holy cities for Muslim travelers.

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Just your party. Your dates, your pace, your interests. A specialist builds the itinerary around you, and you travel with your own guide and driver.
Small group
Up to 14 travelers, on set dates. The same hotels and guides as a private trip, shared — which is why it costs less. Good if you'd rather not travel alone.
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Your own group, any size. Family reunions, clubs, company trips. Our dedicated specialist designs and arranges it for you. And even travels with the group if requested.
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What you're really choosing between

Most people planning a big trip end up weighing three things.

Do it yourself
Complete control, several weekends of research, twenty separate bookings that all have to line up, and nobody to call when the train is canceled.

Budget agency
A budget agency will sell you something off the shelf — cheap, and you'll find out at the hotel forty minutes outside Florence why it was cheap.

Luxury agency
Or a luxury agency will build you something beautiful and charge accordingly, often several times what the trip needs to cost.

Firebird
Most agencies resell someone else's trip. We organize ours — the guides, the drivers, the hotel relationships are all Firebird's, which is how we control both the quality and the cost.
A destination specialist plans it around you, books every piece, and stays reachable the whole way. Private and tailored, closer to what you'd have spent doing it yourself.
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;Do it yourself;Budget agency;<b>Firebird</b>;Luxury agency
Who plans it;You, over several weekends;Nobody — it's off the shelf;<b>A destination specialist, around you</b>;A specialist, around you Who runs the trip;You do;Resold from another company;<b>We do — our own guides and drivers</b>;Usually resold Changing something;Everything, and it's all on you;Dates, mostly;<b>Anything, any time</b>;Anything Between cities;Whatever you manage to book;Buses and budget flights;<b>High-speed trains and private transfers</b>;Private cars Hotels;Guessing from reviews;Budget, often outside the center;<b>Visited by us, in the center</b>;Five-star When it goes wrong;You sort it out;A general support line;<b>Call your specialist</b>;Call your specialist 10 days, per person;$$;$$;<b>$$$</b><br><b>$3,500–6,000</b>;$$$$$

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Visit Saudi Arabia: Most Popular Destinations

Saudi Arabia's most popular destinations for international tourists include Riyadh, Jeddah, Al Ula, Mada'in Saleh, and the Red Sea coastline — major destinations in Saudi Arabia include Diriyah, Hegra, and Jeddah's Al-Balad, each offering a completely different and extraordinary window into Saudi Arabia's extraordinary ancient history and rapidly modernizing culture. Riyadh — Saudi Arabia's extraordinary capital city and one of the Arabian Peninsula's most dynamic and fascinating cities — rewards every Saudi Arabia tour traveler with the extraordinary Al-Masmak Fort, the National Museum, the Al Rajhi Grand Mosque, and the vibrant Souk Al-Zel street food experiences. Jeddah is Saudi Arabia's most cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city — the extraordinary Al-Balad UNESCO World Heritage site, the King Fahd Fountain, the Jeddah Waterfront, and the outdoor experiences near Jeddah including snorkeling and exploring coral reefs along the Red Sea coastline make Jeddah one of Saudi Arabia's most rewarding and extraordinary destinations. Riyadh Season features concerts and food festivals — one of Saudi Arabia's most vibrant and extraordinary modern cultural events.

Saudi Arabia Safe: Travel Information

Saudi Arabia is generally safe for most international travelers — Saudi Arabia has opened significantly to tourism in recent years, with a new tourist visa available to most nationalities, good hotels in all major cities, and a welcoming atmosphere for international visitors throughout the kingdom. Saudi Arabia safe travel requires respect for Islamic law and local customs — dress modestly throughout Saudi Arabia, particularly when visiting mosques and religious sites, and be aware that alcohol is prohibited across the kingdom. Non Muslims are welcome to visit most of Saudi Arabia's extraordinary historical and natural sites — however, non Muslims are not permitted to enter the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, and non Muslims should be aware of prayer times and local customs throughout their Saudi Arabia tour. Women travelers should dress modestly and be aware of local customs — Saudi Arabia has significantly liberalized its dress code requirements for foreign women visitors in recent years, making it a much more welcoming destination for all travelers. The Saudi riyal (SAR) is Saudi Arabia's official currency — contact our destination specialists for comprehensive Saudi Arabia safe travel tips, visa requirements, and local customs guidance before planning your Saudi Arabia trip.

Al Ula and Mada'in Saleh: Saudi Arabia's Ancient Wonders

Al Ula and Mada'in Saleh are Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary ancient destinations and the essential highlights of any Saudi Arabia heritage tour — AlUla's Hegra has 130 monumental tombs and rock carvings of extraordinary Nabataean craftsmanship, making Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage site a rival to Jordan's Petra in its extraordinary ancient beauty and archaeological significance. The extraordinary rock art of Jubbah — featuring some of the oldest Neolithic rock art in the world — rewards every Saudi Arabia tour traveler with a fascinating encounter with Saudi Arabia's extraordinary prehistoric past and ancient civilizations stretching back millennia. Elephant Rock near Al Ula is one of Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary natural wonders — the extraordinary rocky plains and dramatic cliff edge landscapes of the Al Ula region reward every traveler with breathtaking panoramic views and extraordinary natural photography opportunities. Popular tourist activities in Saudi Arabia include exploring ancient Nabataean tombs and hiking the extraordinary rocky plains and desert cliffs of the Al Ula and Mada'in Saleh region — Saudi Arabia's tours feature UNESCO-listed sites like Hegra as the centerpiece of any Saudi Arabia heritage tour itinerary.

Red Sea: Saudi Arabia's Extraordinary Coastline

Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coastline is one of the Middle East's most extraordinary and beautiful natural destinations — featuring pristine coral reefs, turquoise waters, and the extraordinary Farasan Islands' pristine beaches and diverse marine life. Outdoor experiences near Jeddah include snorkeling and exploring coral reefs along the Red Sea — the extraordinary underwater world of Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coastline rewards every traveler with one of the world's most extraordinary coral reef diving and snorkeling experiences. Tours in Saudi Arabia can feature diverse ecosystems including coral reefs and desert landscapes — Saudi Arabia's landscapes include the Empty Quarter desert and Red Sea coral reefs, creating one of the world's most extraordinary combinations of arid desert and pristine marine environments in a single country. The Farasan Islands offer pristine beaches and diverse marine life — an extraordinary and largely undiscovered Red Sea island destination that rewards every Saudi Arabia nature lover with extraordinary natural wonders and extraordinary marine biodiversity.

Saudi Arabia's Cultural Heritage and Local Life

Saudi Arabia's extraordinary cultural heritage rewards every traveler with an extraordinary blend of ancient history and vibrant modern culture — immersive cultural experiences in Saudi Arabia include visiting traditional markets, tasting regional dishes, and experiencing the extraordinary warmth and hospitality of the Saudi people. Traditional souqs offer vibrant shopping experiences across Saudi Arabia — local markets in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al Ula reward every traveler with extraordinary spices, handicrafts, dates, and the extraordinary Arabic coffee that is central to Saudi Arabia's traditional hospitality culture. Saudi Arabian cuisine blends Arabian, Persian, and Indian influences — popular dishes include kabsa, mutabbaq, and shawarma, and cultural tours in Saudi Arabia often include dining experiences with local families and traditional hospitality. Saudi Arabia's heritage tours focus on ancient history and include experiences like camel rides and stargazing in the vast desert — the world's largest camel market in Buraydah rewards every traveler with one of Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary and authentic local life cultural experiences. Buraydah hosts the world's largest camel market, spanning two square miles — one of Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary hidden gem cultural destinations for every traveler seeking authentic experiences beyond the kingdom's most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Empty Quarter and Desert Adventures

The Empty Quarter (Rub' al Khali) is one of the world's most extraordinary natural wonders — the world's largest continuous sand desert covers over 650,000 square kilometres of the Arabian Peninsula's southern region, rewarding every Saudi Arabia desert adventure traveler with extraordinary vast expanse dune landscapes, extraordinary stargazing opportunities, and the extraordinary silence of one of the world's most remote and pristine natural environments. The Rub' al Khali desert is known for dune bashing and camel treks — Saudi Arabia's heritage tours focus on ancient history and include extraordinary desert experiences like camel rides and stargazing across the extraordinary vast expanse of the Empty Quarter. Saudi Arabia's landscapes include extraordinary vast deserts, rocky plains, and stunning Red Sea coral reefs — the extraordinary diversity of Saudi Arabia's natural landscapes rewards every traveler with extraordinary outdoor adventures from Red Sea snorkeling and Farasan Islands beaches to Empty Quarter desert dune bashing and Al Ula cliff edge hiking. Saudi Arabia has a range of hiking landscapes from green mountains to desert cliffs — the Asir region and Asir National Park reward every Saudi Arabia nature lover with extraordinary high-altitude mountain landscapes that are a complete contrast to the extraordinary arid desert landscapes of the Arabian Peninsula's interior.

Best Time to Visit Saudi Arabia

The best time to visit Saudi Arabia is October to April — the cooler winter and spring months offer the most pleasant weather for exploring Riyadh's Al-Masmak Fort and National Museum, hiking the extraordinary rocky plains and cliff edge landscapes of Al Ula, and snorkeling along the Red Sea coastline. Summer temperatures in Saudi Arabia can be extremely hot — the Arabian Peninsula's summer heat makes outdoor exploration challenging from June to September, particularly in the vast deserts and arid desert landscapes of the interior. Saudi Arabia is a year-round destination for cultural and heritage tours — the extraordinary holy cities of Mecca and Medina, the traditional souqs, and the extraordinary cultural experiences of local markets and local people are rewarding at any time of year. Avoid visiting Saudi Arabia during peak Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage seasons if you are planning a non-religious tour — the extraordinary crowds in the holy cities of Mecca and Medina during Hajj make access to other Saudi Arabia destinations more challenging. Start planning your Saudi Arabia tour today — contact our destination specialists for comprehensive advice on the best time to visit Saudi Arabia's most extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage sites, natural wonders, and cultural heritage destinations.