Ushaiqer Village Tour
Ushaiqer Village Tour
At the scheduled time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Riyadh and head northwest to Ushaiqer, one of the oldest villages in the region. Are you ready to experience the true culture of Saudi Arabia?
After approximately two hours of driving, we'll reach Ushaiqer, a World Heritage Site located at the foot of an imposing red mountain to which it owes much of its historical relevance. Upon arrival, we'll begin to walk through its streets, learning about its past. Did you know that it's more than a millennium old?
Ushaiqer has been a point of reference for pilgrims travelling to Mecca from Kuwait thanks to its freshwater springs and its extensive olive and palm plantations, which offer shade to escape the harsh desert climate.
During the tour of Ushaiqer, we'll walk through its narrow streets and admire its traditional Najdi-style houses. Ushaiqer is also home to elegant palaces and ancient mosques that will leave you speechless.
To complete the visit to Ushaiqer, we'll enter the Al Salem Museum, a museum created by its inhabitants which showcases their local heritage, displaying such as ancient tools, embroidered clothing, jewellery and weapons.
We'll leave Ushaiqer and, before arriving at Riad, we'll stop for a delicious picnic lunch in the middle of the desert - quite the place for a picnic!
With your batteries recharged, we'll leave you back at your hotel about 8 hours after the start of the tour.
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and return transfer
Transport in 4x4 vehicle
English–speaking guide
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up to the start time, as long as there are places remaining. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Gray Line Oman
Corporate name: DMC ARABIA TOURISM LLC
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
