6 Days Road Trip. From Jeddah to Al Ula

About the destination: Jeddah is located on the Red Sea in western Saudi Arabia. It is the second largest city and a major commercial center in the country. Jeddah serves as the principal gateway to Mecca, Islam's holiest city, which able-bodied Muslims are required to visit at least once in their lifetime. It is also a gateway to Medina, the second holiest place in Islam. Known as the city that never sleeps, Jeddah offers a wide variety of experiences that will keep you engaged. To truly discover Jeddah, you should explore its vibrant coasts, visit the luxurious Corniche, savor popular seafood delicacies, and enjoy its majestic palaces, as well as historical and archaeological landmarks. The Khuzam Palace is a landmark that showcases the beauty of modern architecture. It was named Khuzam due to the lavender (Khuzama in Arabic) surrounding it. The construction of the palace began in 1928 and was completed in 1932. It was the first building in Jeddah to be constructed using cement and iron. King Abdulaziz ordered its construction during his stay at the Nassif House. Today, Khuzam Palace is one of the most important museums in Saudi Arabia. Tahaliyah Street is one of the most prestigious and vital main streets in Jeddah. It is a commercial hub with numerous brand-name shopping centers lining its sides, as well as the finest restaurants, multiple shopping centers, and lavish offices. Its beauty and strategic location make it a significant part of the city, divided into two sections.

About the destination: Medina is a city located to the north of Mecca and is considered the second holiest city in Islam. It is a city of peace and tranquility, home to many historic and archaeological sites, as well as several significant Islamic battle sites. Medina is rich in culture, heritage, and museums. The city is surrounded by vast date plantations and features ancient traditional markets (Souks) alongside modern shopping malls and arcades. Yanbu boasts some of the most beautiful beaches, where sunlight gently caresses the coral reefs beneath the sea, creating a unique and rarely seen landscape akin to a painting. It is a city of creativity that competes with other cities around the world. Madain Saleh, also known as Al Hijr, is a UNESCO World Heritage pre-Islamic archaeological site located in Al Madina Province. Upon entering the area, you will find yourself surrounded by interconnected mountains and separate rocky cliffs spread across a vast landscape. Madain Saleh was the capital and an important city of the Nabataeans, second only to Petra in Jordan.

About the destination: AlUla是沙烏地阿拉伯西北部麥地那地區的一個城市。該城市歷史上位於香料路線上，位於'Ula省內，該省是麥地那地區的七個省份之一，占地29,261平方公里（11,298平方英里）。該城市位於泰瑪西南110公里（68英里），麥地那以北300公里（190英里）。該城市（市政）占地2,391平方公里（923平方英里）。該城市的人口為5,426人。 AlUla是古代利希亞人（Dedanites）的首都。該省包含沙烏地王國的第一個聯合國教科文組織世界遺產地點，名為赫格拉（也被稱為Al-Hijr，或Mada'in Saleh / Mada'in Salih），位於該城市以北22公里（14英里）。赫格拉（Mada'in Salih）由納巴泰人在2000多年前建造。AlUla，這座古老的城牆之城，充滿了泥磚和石頭房屋。