Inside The Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia (Jeddah - Riyadh: Christmas Departure

What's Included

• Meals

  The tour includes 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 8 dinners.

• Transport

  Transportation is provided by minibuses, coaches, 4WDs, and a train. No domestic flights are included.

• Group Size

  The maximum group size for the tour is 12 participants.

• Carbon Contributions

  Contributions to climate and community projects are included for all bookings.

• Expert Team

  The tour includes the full services of a Wild Frontiers Tour Leader with local guides where appropriate.

• Accommodation

  Accommodation includes 6 nights in premium and 4 nights in superior accommodations.

• Entrance Fees

  All entrance fees for sights mentioned in the itinerary are included.

• Fitness Rating

  The tour has a low fitness rating, suitable for most travelers.

What's Not Included

• Visas & Travel Insurance

  Visas are nationality dependent and travel insurance is mandatory but not included.
  
  

• Tips

  Tips are optional and not included, but guidance will be provided in the pre-departure information documents.
  
  

• International Flights

  International flights are not included.
  
  An obligation-free quote for flights originating in the UK can be provided.
  
  

• Airport Transfers

  Complimentary transfers are included only if arriving/departing on the suggested group flights.
  
  

• Beverages & Personal Costs

  Beverages and any costs of a personal nature, such as laundry and souvenirs, are not included.
  
  

• ExcludedItem

  We believe in a completely transparent approach to pricing with no hidden extras.
  
  As such, please note that the following are not included in the cost of the tour.
  
  
  
  Visas & Travel Insurance: Visas will always be tour
  ationality dependent but travel insurance is mandatory
  Tips: Always optional but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information documents
  International Flights: Please ask us for an obligation-free quote for flights which originate in the UK
  Airport Transfers: We include complimentary transfers if arriving/departing on the suggested group flights
  Beverages & any costs of a personal nature: This will include items such as laundry and souvenirs

Visas

VISAS

Visas are necessary for many of the destinations we travel to and while we aim to provide you with the most up-to-date information, requirements frequently change and as such for the latest advice we advise that you check with the relevant embassies or contact a reputable visa agency. More details can be found here - www.wildfrontierstravel.com/visa

For this tour UK & US passport holders currently require a visa for Saudi Arabia which can easily be obtained as an e-visa.

Non-UK passport holders or non-UK residents should contact the relevant embassies for individual requirements.

NB. It used to be the case that anyone with a passport showing evidence of having visited Israel (including having entered or left Jordan/Egypt from posts which are known to border Israel) might be denied a visa for Saudi Arabia but it seems that this is rarely, if ever, the case these days.

Further details will be sent out to you on booking, however ensuring that correct and valid visas are obtained remains the sole responsibility of the client.

VACCINATIONS & ADDITIONAL TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

There are no mandatory vaccination requirements for travellers to Saudi Arabia.

For all destinations, please make sure you are up-to-date with any standard vaccinations (e.g. MMR, Hepatitis A, Tetanus) as recommended by your local health care provider. 

For the most up-to-date information on all vaccination requirements and the most suitable anti-malarial tablets, we strongly suggest that you seek advice from your local travel centre or consult an official travel health website such as www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk or www.travelhealthpro.org.uk

Covid Testing: No mandatory testing is currently required for vaccinated or unvaccinated travellers.

If necessary further details will be sent out to you upon booking, however ensuring that correct and valid visas & vaccinations are obtained remains the sole responsibility of the client.

Key Aspects to Consider

Saudi society is going through some major changes at the moment so please bear in mind that any considerations raised here may alter at any time. Ultimately the Kingdom remains a deeply conservative country and is likely to be different from any other destination to which you may have travelled. In contrast to previous practices, there are no restrictions placed on adult women travelling solo and while it is expected that all foreign visitors will dress conservatively, women will not have to wear an abaya (the long black dress covering the body from shoulders to feet) and they will not have to cover their hair. Alcohol however is still currently forbidden and should not be brought into the country.

Tourism (other than for religious purposes) is a new concept for the Kingdom so come expecting enthusiastic but inexperienced levels of service. Its tourist infrastructure, while growing, is still minimal and its understanding of the experiences that western visitors are generally looking for remains limited especially as it currently receives considerably far fewer tourists than neighbouring countries like Oman and Jordan. As such Saudi Arabia is likely to remain a ‘challenging’ destination for a while to come, with a high likelihood of not everything going according to plan. However for us that is half the enjoyment of travelling, especially to newly opened-up and exciting destinations.

It’s also worth mentioning that sometimes sites can be closed for no foreseen reasons and without prior notice and that many of the activities in and around AlUla are controlled by the Royal Commission for AlUla which includes the times and durations allowed for visiting the sites.

Anyone in a reasonable state of health, with an open mind and a sense of adventure should be perfectly able to cope with this tour, however, please note the tour involves some options for desert walks so to get the most out of the tour you will need to be fit enough to enjoy these aspects of the tour. Please also note that seating in most traditional
restaurants is almost always on the floor so you will need to be able to sit on the floor comfortably for periods of time. Please also note that on this trip vegetarians and other dietary requirements can be catered for, but the selection and variety may be limited. 

Responsible Travel

With local people, culture and eco-systems in mind, responsible travel and sustainable tourism are at the core of Wild Frontiers. We believe that a successful trip not only delivers a unique and unsurpassable journey for our travellers but also benefits the people and places we visit.

When designing our tours, we actively seek out experiences that have a positive impact on the communities and precious environments we visit - from supporting social enterprises; resting our heads in rural homestays; and eating at locally owned restaurants; to helping fund conservation projects that protect wildlife and their habitats. 

Visit the Responsible Travel area of our website to read more, including the work of the Wild Frontiers Foundation through which we fundraise to aid community empowerment and education projects.

Travelling Solo and single supplements

As a company approximately 70% of our clients are solo travellers, so it’s very unlikely you’ll be alone!

Our prices are typically based on twin-share accommodation but single supplements are not compulsory for any Wild Frontiers tour. If you prefer not to pay a single supplement we’ll pair you with someone else of the same sex for you to share with throughout the trip. On this trip, if you do opt to pay for a single supplement then please note that it will cover you for all nights of the tour.

Please note that paying a single supplement entitles you to lone occupancy of a single room. In many cases these rooms will be of the same size as a double/twin room, but in some cases they may be smaller.

Insurance

Insurance that provides cover for emergency repatriation in case of a medical emergency is compulsory for all tours. You should be aware that due to some of the geographical areas visited and some of the activities included on certain of our trips some standard insurance policies may not always provide adequate cover. As such we strongly recommend that you purchase a policy that adequately covers your trip. Please see the Insurance section for more details.

Travelling Solo

As a company approximately 70% of our clients are solo travellers, so it’s very unlikely you’ll be alone!

Our prices are typically based on twin-share accommodation but single supplements are not compulsory for any Wild Frontiers tour. If you prefer not to pay a single supplement we’ll pair you with someone else of the same sex for you to share with throughout the trip. On this trip, if you do opt to pay for a single supplement then please note that it will cover you for all nights of the tour.

Please note that paying a single supplement entitles you to lone occupancy of a single room. In many cases these rooms will be of the same size as a double/twin room, but in some cases they may be smaller.

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with a mix of minibuses, coaches, 4WDs, and a train, with no domestic flights involved, allowing you to explore the diverse landscapes of Saudi Arabia.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights in premium accommodations and 4 nights in superior accommodations, ensuring a comfortable stay throughout your journey in Saudi Arabia.