Riyadh: Half-Day Tour to Historic Ad Diriyah

4.0 (1 reviews) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Duration4h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Where does the story of Saudi Arabia actually begin?

It begins right here in Diriyah. Just on the edge of Riyadh sits one of the most historically significant places in the entire Arab world a UNESCO World Heritage Site that most visitors to the capital completely miss. Diriyah was the birthplace of the first Saudi state, home to the Al Saud family, and the political heart of a kingdom that would go on to shape the entire region. The At-Turaif District alone is worth the trip ancient mud-brick palaces, watchtowers, and administrative halls that have stood for centuries. This half-day tour gives you a real, guided look into the soul of Saudi Arabia where it came from, what it was built on, and why Diriyah still matters today. Book your spot and walk through history before the rest of the world catches on.

Business registration number: 1010828702

What's included

  • A\C vehicle
  • English Speaker Tour Guide / Driver.
  • Pick up from hotel accommodation.
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks
  • Tips
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Dinner

What to expect

  1. Ad Diriyah
    2h
    We will drive to Ad-Diriyah, located on the western bank of the Wadi Hanifah, a dry riverbed where water flows only after big rains. Ad-Diriyah used to be the capital of the Najd (the central plateau of the Arabian Peninsula) from the 15th century until the beginning of the 18th century
  2. Pass by
    Al Bujairy district is home to religious scholar Mohammed bin Abdul Wahab, its maze of twisting streets lead to low-lying mud huts that have been transformed into sparkling heritage sites.
  3. 3h · Admission ticket included
    Al Turaif district, the area’s citadel-marked primary quarter, was the original seat of power for the Kingdom’s Al Saud family. In 1745, the city was named the country’s capital,
    we will visit The Guest House At-Turaif Bath House, Salwa palace

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Confirm pick up hotel location with the tour operator right after booking via whatsapp number

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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