This is the definitive Saudi Arabia journey — a ten-day arc that begins in the merchant houses of Jeddah's Al-Balad, travels inland to the Nabataean tombs of Hegra and the desert canyons of AlUla, and returns to the coast for three days on the pristine Red Sea. It is a journey of extraordinary contrasts: 400-year-old coral stone architecture giving way to 2,000-year-old rock-cut tombs, and vast desert silence yielding to the turquoise stillness of waters that most of the world has never seen.
Ten days allows this itinerary to breathe. There is time to lose yourself in the spice souqs of Al-Balad, to spend an unhurried morning with an archaeologist at Hegra, to drift over AlUla's formations in a hot air balloon at dawn, and to dive coral reefs so healthy they feel like a different ocean entirely. Every transfer, every accommodation, and every guided experience has been shaped to make the journey feel effortless — so that what stays with you is the depth of what you encountered, not the logistics of how you got there.
Enquire About This ItineraryArrive at King Abdulaziz International Airport and transfer to your hotel in the historic district. A welcome dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the Red Sea waterfront introduces the flavours of Hejazi cuisine — rich lamb dishes, freshly baked khubz, and fragrant cardamom coffee.
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View Full ItineraryThe Red Sea coastline took our breath away. We spent three days snorkelling over coral reefs that felt completely untouched, then retreated to our beachfront suite each evening. Nia arranged a private sunset cruise that was the most peaceful experience of our lives. Saudi Arabia's coast is the Mediterranean's best-kept secret.
I had no idea the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia had such extraordinary marine life. The diving was world-class, vibrant coral gardens and sea turtles just metres away. Our guide knew every hidden cove along the coast. Nia made an adventurous trip feel effortlessly luxurious.
Our ten-day journey through Saudi Arabia with Nia was transformative. From the ancient tombs of Hegra to the turquoise waters of the Red Sea coast, every destination was a revelation. Nia curated each day with such care that we never once felt rushed. Arabia has become our favourite destination in the world.
Our private tour of Hegra was the highlight of a lifetime. Standing before 2,000-year-old Nabataean tombs with our own archaeologist guide, we felt like we had stepped back in time. Nia personally ensured every detail was perfect, from the luxury camp to the candlelit desert dinner.
As a history professor, I had high expectations for AlUla, and Nia Travels exceeded every one. The private access to Dadan and the Lihyanite tombs was extraordinary. I have visited Petra twice, but Hegra, without the crowds, felt infinitely more intimate and powerful.
I travelled solo and was nervous about visiting Saudi Arabia on my own. Nia put me completely at ease. The stargazing evening in the AlUla desert was magical, and exploring Jeddah Al-Balad's coral stone alleyways with a local historian made the heritage come alive.
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