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Diriyah and Old Riyadh: Historical and Cultural Tour
4.9
33 Ratings
Diriyah
Explore Diriyah, Masmak Fortress, and Souq Al Zal with local guides. Enjoy a traditional feast and cultural experiences. Perfect for all travelers.
Explore Diriyah, Masmak Fortress, and Souq Al Zal with local guides. Enjoy a traditional feast and cultural experiences. Perfect for all travelers.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Ad Diriyah - Explore Diriyah, within the UNESCO heritage jewel of At-Turaif, where the city’s earliest chapters come to life. Wonder through this historic treasure, admiring majestic mud-brick structures and intricate Najdi architecture that celebrate centuries of tradition.
- Souk Al Zal - Venture into a bustling old market, uncovering the…
- Ad Diriyah - Explore Diriyah, within the UNESCO heritage jewel of At-Turaif, where the city’s earliest chapters come to life. Wonder through this historic treasure, admiring majestic mud-brick structures and intricate Najdi architecture that celebrate centuries of tradition.
- Souk Al Zal - Venture into a bustling old market, uncovering the essentials of Saudi daily life, and learn the ancient art of haggling before finishing one of Riyadh’s finest souqs, a treasure trove of history, tradition, and unforgettable souvenirs.
- Al Masmak Fortress - Marvel at the imposing Masmak Fortress, a historic backdrop to pivotal moments that shaped the city’s destiny.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
- On-board restrooms
- On-board WiFi
Additional Information
Begin your adventure by visiting Diriyah, the Masmak Fortress, Old Riyadh, and Souq Al Zal, each rich in historical and cultural importance. With the guidance of enthusiastic local experts, discover the captivating stories and heritage that make these sites iconic.
The journey continues with a lavish local meal, featuring a traditional water-smoking…
Begin your adventure by visiting Diriyah, the Masmak Fortress, Old Riyadh, and Souq Al Zal, each rich in historical and cultural importance. With the guidance of enthusiastic local experts, discover the captivating stories and heritage that make these sites iconic.
The journey continues with a lavish local meal, featuring a traditional water-smoking demonstration, allowing you to enjoy the genuine flavors and customs of the area. Participate in engaging cultural experiences by interacting with local artisans and vendors, gaining valuable insights into their crafts and traditions.
Alongside these guided activities, there will be plenty of free time to shop and explore one of Riyadh’s finest souqs, where you can find unique treasures and souvenirs.
(Note: In 2024, access to the Masmak Fortress is limited due to renovations, but we will explore the exterior for photos and historical narratives.)
- Your tour will visit a typical high street as well as a local restaurant for a traditional meal for 2 hours
- Tour time includes transportation to each location
Location
Bujairi Terrace Drop Off
Stand at the right hand side of the main entrance, do not enter Diriyah without meeting your Dunes & Dates Guides. If you are late please contact the office number at +966 50 535 7335, the tour will be entering Diriyah at 3:15pm promptly
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(33 Ratings)
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Emmaowens28
Jan 17, 2025
Brilliant tour with an excellent guide - I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with Nada she was incredibly informative and knowledgeable. The tour itself was also great as we went around the unesco heritage site of diriyah. We then went to a very local restaurant to try some typical Saudi dishes which were delicious. Nada also explained what they were and how they were typical to Saudi Arabia. We then walked around the souks which was also very interesting finishing with a lovely Saudi Arabian dessert in the square.
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Iva_g
Jan 13, 2025
A great way to start my Riyadh Trip. - This is a great tour. You visit many key tourist spots - historical and cultural attractions. Our tour guide Nada was amazing. She was knowledgeable and let us set the pace of the tour. Nothing felt rushed. If we wanted to spend more time at one spot and less at another it was. Plus having a driver take you to different sites made this very worthwhile. I was disappointed that Al Masmak was closed but Riyadh construction waits for no one.
Dinner was tasty and the restaurant we went to was authentic Saudi filled with locals. The server saw us 3 ladies (2 tourists) and decided to bring us a table. Nada ordered food according to our group and was always considerate.
If you are on the tour with Nada bring your questions. She will try to answer all of them. As a solo female traveller it was wonderful to have a female guide.
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Kevin_p
Dec 31, 2024
Good food, good people, see Riyadh from a local point of view - Sulaiman did a fantastic job. There were 2 of us on the tour, we started with coffee in Dirayh and ended up in a souk and flea market. The meal was authentic Saudi, in a local restaurant and Sulaiman showed us around the area. Nice tour, I would recommend to everyone in the area. Ask for Sulaiman.
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Daphnie_t
Dec 25, 2024
Wonderful half day tour in Riyadh - A wonderful tour about the vibrant rich history of Saudi Arabia set amongst the ancient heritage city of At-Turaif followed by a fulfilling traditional meal and a shopping experience in a local souk. Suliman was a fantastic local guide who guided us through this wonderful half day tour giving us fabulous insights and answered any questions we had. I loved that we got to eat like a local in a maljis and were given a generous spread of delicious Saudi dishes. Suliman then took us through a shopping experience at the oldest souk in the city and I was very happy with my finds! Suliman was an experienced, friendly and engaging guide who was knowledgeable and accommodating. I would highly recommend him to anybody wanting to tour the city and it’s surroundings.
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H9507nemelaniek
Dec 21, 2024
Great tour you shouldn't miss out on - I booked this trip because of the raving reviews about Suliman, our tour guide, and they were absolutely correct! This was such a great tour and Suliman was fantastic. I enjoyed the dinner and the souk tour in particular because he explained a lot and really brought us Saudi culture closer. This tour covers a lot of things and gives space to also explore a bit by yourself. I absolutely recommend this tour! 👌
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Joergb791
Dec 20, 2024
Entertaining impressions - Suliman, our tour guide, was top. Especially his excellent English, his friendly open manner, made the tour entertaining and very interesting.
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Imabo1987
Dec 15, 2024
Exceptional Riyadh Experience with Suliman - The Riyadh City Tour, from historic Diryah to the vibrant night market and its lively souks, was an enriching journey into Saudi culture and history. Highlights included a delightful traditional dinner and a captivating night market visit. Suliman, our tour guide, enhanced the experience with his excellent English, professionalism, and friendly demeanor, making us feel like we were exploring with a close friend. Highly recommended for an authentic Riyadh exploration!
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Q6769birobertn
Dec 14, 2024
Absolutely amazing experience. - What an incredible experience. Suliman was absolutely amazing. Such a great insight both into history and current like in Riyadh. He is so personal and ready to answer questions. We had a small group and everyone was just wonderful. One of the best tours I have been on anywhere in the world.
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Chapis82
Jan 3, 2025
A night in Arabia - It is a great place the architecture is beautiful. I don't know if the season the night I went there was no restaurant available. Which surprised me. And it was sad at the same time so if you plan to go make reservations before!! Admission costs 50 sars and is per application the reservation.
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Northstar15879269829
Dec 29, 2024
Relaxing City Tour - Indeed it was a great cultural city tour. The tour guide Suleiman is very accommodating to answer our question. The trip was smooth and I learn something new despite having been to Riyadh the second time.
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