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Maraya
Drive into the Ashar Valley and you might well miss the colossal landmark that is Maraya. With sustainability credentials, architectural prowess and being a place that plays host to some of the world’s greatest superstars, Maraya is perhaps one of the grandest works of art in the world. Hegra
The largest preserved Nabataean site south of Petra and home to over 110 rock-carved tombs as well as examples of ancient engineering and craftsmanship such as wells and stone-lined water channels. Defensive walls, gates and towers that once encircled the city also show the Roman influence at Hegra. Jabal Ikmah
Akin to an open-air library,
the hundreds of inscriptions
across the face of Jabal Ikmah
give important clues to
AlUla's history. Elephant Rock
Take an immersive journey
with us to discover some
of AlUla's rocky icons and
learn more about the
secrets behind what makes
this part of AlUla so special. Adventure Hub
For visitors wanting more of an adrenaline rush as well as being immersed in the landscapes the AlUla Adventure Hub offers a unique blend of action-packed activities including the region’s first Giant Swing, the AlUla Stairway alongside a via ferrata, zipline and abseiling experience Dadan
Set beside a palm-laden oasis,
Dadan was once a powerful
trading hub and former capital
of the Dadan and Lihyan
kingdoms. Old Town
AlUla’s Old Town is perhaps the best place to understand how multiple civilisations used and adapted the landscape over millennia. Continuously inhabited from the 12th Century to the 1980s, with 900 identified properties and a castle dating back to the 10th century. Explore Hegra, Dadan and Jabal Ikmah
AlUla’s beguiling sandstone formations and are among the region’s most enchanting landmarks – here’s our guide to AlUla’s own rock stars.
Explore Hegra, Dadan and Jabal Ikmah
AlUla’s many civilisations are best understood through its majestic rock-hewn landscape. Whilst these collossal sandstone formations, scatte…
Maraya
Like a mirage in AlUla’s desert, mirrored Maraya shows how AlUla is flexing its futuristic ambition without forgetting its cultural roots.
Your guide to Maraya, AlUla
Drive into the Ashar Valley and you might well miss the colossal landmark that is Maraya. With sustainability credentials, architectural prow…
outdoor adventures
AlUla’s vast desert and mountainscapes are a sprawling playground for adventurers looking to immerse themselves in AlUla’s outdoors.
8 epic outdoor adventures to have in AlUla
AlUla’s scenery catches even the most seasoned traveller quite by surprise. Hypnotic sandstone mountains, dense oases heavy with date…
AlUla Old Town
AlUla’s Old Town isn’t just a well-preserved heritage site but also its living heartbeat, so here’s our guide to tune into AlUla’s pulse.
A guide to AlUla’s Old Town
AlUla’s Old Town is perhaps the best place to understand how multiple civilisations used and adapted the landscape over millennia…
Experience AlUla's Oasis
A spring-fed emerald paradise in AlUla’s Old Town, The Oasis has been cultivated for millennia by ancient civilisations. Here are some of the best ways to experience it.
5 experiences to have in AlUla’s Oasis
As it is today, AlUla has always been a place where people come together. Whether they were the badawi (bedouin) who lived in the desert…
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How to get to AlUla and getting around
The region is easily accessed through AlUla’s International Airport (ULH) with short travelling distances to all the key attractions. From the UK…
Alula: Six years on
When AlUla opened its doors to travellers in 2019, it felt like stepping through a rip in time.
Alula: Six years on
Here was an oasis on the ancient Incense Route – a valley framed by ancient sandstone cliffs and volcanic plateaus, home to Hegra’s Nabatae…
Make it happen
AlUla International Airport (ULH) can be accessed from the UK airports over Dubai, Doha and Amman with Emirates and flydubai, with Qatar Airways and Royal Jordanian. Saudia Airlines flies daily from the UK to Jeddah and Riyadh and provides daily connections into AlUla, providing further itinerary options. A Saudi tourist visa can be applied for online taking less than 10 minutes or a visa can now also be granted on arrival.
For your travel inspiration, explore some of our tour operator partners’ packages and plan your ideal escape to AlUla…
