This is the journey that reveals Saudi Arabia's ancient heart. Beginning in Riyadh — where the modern kingdom took shape — and ending among the Nabataean tombs of Hegra, the Hegra Discovery traces a path through three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and more than two millennia of continuous human history. Each day peels back another layer: the mud-brick palaces of Diriyah, the inscriptions of Dadan, the wind-carved canyons of AlUla, and finally the monumental rock-cut facades of Hegra itself, standing in near-perfect preservation against the desert sky.
This is not a tour designed for speed. Seven days allows time to absorb what you encounter — to linger at a tomb facade as the afternoon light shifts across the stone, to sit with a local guide over Arabic coffee and hear histories that no guidebook contains, to watch the AlUla valley turn from gold to violet at dusk. Private transport, handpicked accommodation, and expert-led site access ensure every moment is shaped around depth, not distance.
Enquire About This ItineraryArrive at King Khalid International Airport and transfer privately to your hotel in the diplomatic quarter. After settling in, a late-afternoon orientation drive introduces Riyadh's striking contrasts — the Kingdom Centre Tower rising above the old Murabba district — followed by a welcome dinner at a restaurant serving traditional Najdi cuisine.
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View Full ItineraryOur 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.
The Hegra tombs at sunset were breathtaking. Our guide explained the Nabataean inscriptions in such vivid detail that the ancient trade routes felt real. The following evening, a private dinner in the desert under a canopy of stars was the perfect ending to an unforgettable day.
From the moment we landed, everything was taken care of. The AlUla heritage trail, the private evening at Hegra, the desert camp with traditional cuisine, it all flowed effortlessly. Nia Travels understands that luxury is not just about comfort, but about access and authenticity.
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.
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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