AlUla 2-Day Private Tour: Hegra, Dadan & Old Town

Two days exploring AlUla's ancient kingdoms and desert landmarks with a local guide who knows the stories

A 2-day private tour of AlUla with a licensed local guide, hotel pickup, private transportation, and entry tickets to Hegra and Dadan included. Day one covers Hegra's Nabataean tombs, Maraya, Elephant Rock, AlUla Old Town and the AlJadidah Arts District. Day two takes in Dadan's Lion Tombs, the AlUla Oasis, and ends at Harrat Viewpoint for sunset views. Lunch, dinner, bottled water and WhatsApp support before and during your visit are part of the package.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: AlUla’s Iconic Highlights

• Visit Hegra UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Stop outside Maraya mirrored building
• See Elephant Rock natural landmark
• Walk through AlUla Old Town
• Explore AlJadidah Arts District

Day 2: Ancient Kingdoms and Natural Landscapes

• Discover Dadan ancient capital
• Walk through AlUla Oasis
• Relax at Shalal Café
• Enjoy sunset at Harrat Viewpoint

The experience

You arrive in AlUla and your guide meets you at your hotel. From there, the two days are planned around the sites that matter most: Hegra, Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Nabataean tombs are carved into sandstone cliffs; Dadan, the ancient capital of kingdoms that controlled trade routes across northwest Arabia; and the natural formations. Elephant Rock shaped by wind and erosion, the mirrored surfaces of Maraya reflecting the desert, the oasis where date palms and citrus trees still grow. Your guide handles the logistics, entry tickets are arranged in advance, and private air-conditioned transportation takes you between each stop.

Day one moves through the iconic landmarks. Hegra's monumental tombs introduce you to the civilizations and burial traditions that shaped the region. You'll learn about the ancient trade routes as you explore. A stop at Maraya gives you time for photographs of its reflective exterior against the Ashar Valley. Elephant Rock follows, and then you walk the narrow streets of AlUla Old Town with your guide, who shares stories of the merchants and pilgrims who once moved through here. The evening ends in the AlJadidah Arts District beside the Old Town, where cafés, restaurants, local shops and public artworks create a lively atmosphere. You have free time for dinner and exploring at your own pace.

Day two takes you to Dadan and the surrounding landscape. The Lion Tombs carved high into the mountain mark the site of ancient kingdoms. Your guide explains the civilizations that controlled this region. You walk through the AlUla Oasis to see the traditional agricultural system and learn how farming shaped local life. The tour ends at Harrat Viewpoint, where panoramic views stretch across AlUla's mountains, oasis, Old Town and desert: an ideal spot for sunset photographs. A stop at Shalal Café lets you rest and take in the landscape before returning to your hotel.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off within AlUla.
• private air-conditioned transportation for both days.
• a licensed local guide speaking English.
• entry tickets to Hegra, Dadan and Jabal Ikmah.
• lunch and dinner.
• bottled water and refreshments.
• WhatsApp support before and during your visit.
• full itinerary planning and on-ground coordination.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 15:00

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (2 to 11 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 6 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Abdullah Guide

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a guided two-day loop hitting all major sites (Hegra, Dadan, Maraya, Old Town) with a private guide who sets the pace and answers questions, rather than self-driving between scattered locations.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Hegra and why is it on the itinerary?

Hegra is Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring monumental Nabataean tombs carved into sandstone mountains. The site reveals the ancient trade routes, burial traditions and civilizations that shaped the region. Entry is included and the visit follows official site arrangements.

Does the tour include meals?

Yes. Lunch and dinner are included across the two days, along with bottled water and refreshments. You'll have free time in the AlJadidah Arts District on the evening of day one to choose where to dine.

What happens at Dadan on day two?

Dadan was the ancient capital of the Dadanite and Lihyanite kingdoms that controlled important trade routes in northwest Arabia. You'll see the famous Lion Tombs carved high into the mountain and learn about the civilizations from your local guide. Entry is included.

Is hotel pickup included, and how does the guide communicate before the tour starts?

Hotel pickup and drop-off within AlUla are included. Your guide will support you via WhatsApp before and during your AlUla experience, so you can confirm details and ask questions in advance.

How much walking is involved across the two days?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You'll walk through AlUla Old Town's historic streets, explore the AlUla Oasis, and move between sites at Hegra and Dadan, but the pace is comfortable and flexible throughout both days.