Pick up at your hotel. We will start our exploration of AlUla, the mysterious city, with a visit to Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the largest preserved site of the Nabataean civilization south of Petra. Home to more than 110 tombs carved from giant rock formations, this ancient site is open for visitors to explore and learn about the culture, traditions, and history of its people.
Later, we did a photo stop at Maraya. Holding a Guinness World Records title, Maraya's state-of-the-art structure is covered in 9,740 mirrored panels. As sunlight dances across its surface, the building merges seamlessly with the desert like a mirage, embodying a perfect union of modernity and nature. Later in the evening, we visited Elephant Rock & AlUla Old Town. A Rawi (guide) will lead you through AlUla Old Town, where pilgrims, travelers, and permanent settlers congregated through the ages. Inhabited from before the 12th century up until the early 1980s, AlUla Old Town offers researchers unique oral histories and living memory that the area’s other heritage sites cannot. Al Jadidah is AlUla’s new cultural and creative hub. This district is dedicated to promoting contemporary art and cultural experiences, blending the old with the new in a vibrant way. The district features galleries, art installations, and creative spaces that highlight local, regional, and international artists. The arts district hosts a variety of cultural events and festivals, including performances, art exhibitions, and workshops. It’s a great place for art lovers to immerse themselves in both the heritage of the area and the innovative, modern artistic expressions being showcased.
