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2 Days Trip to Hima Wells & AlOkhdood City in Najran
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Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Sign up for a day tour and explore the rich history of the Al-Ukhdood Archaeological City, a fascinating site dating back to the Kingdom of Himyar (110 BC to 525 AD). Walk through ancient ruins, carved inscriptions, and the remnants of a powerful civilization that once thrived in southern Saudi Arabia.
We'll also take you to the nearby Hima Wells, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient water sources and remarkable rock carvings left by travelers and traders over thousands of years. It's a place where history and an unreal landscape come together.
What makes our tours unique is that we care deeply about making your experience authentic and meaningful. You’ll explore these incred...
Highlights
1 day and 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 day and 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Snacks
Guidance
Purchases
Itinerary
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Abha
Start driving from Abha at 8 A.M.
3 hours
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Hima Wells
The Hima Wells are a group of historic wells located in the Najran region of southwestern Saudi Arabia, within the Hima Cultural Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Surrounding the Hima Wells is a cultural rock art area, covering an area of 557 km² and containing 550 rock art panels, which feature hundreds of thousands of petroglyphs and inscriptions.
3 hours
3
Wadi Najran
Wadi Najran is one of the largest valleys in the Arabian Peninsula, and its tributaries come from the Sarat mountains and hills surrounding the area. It extends 180 miles to the east from its mouth in the plains where it ends in the sands of the Empty Quarter.
30 minutes
4
Amarah Palace
The Emarah Palace is located in the center of the city of Najran. It was built on the site of an ancient well in 1944 (1363 H), a few years after the Province joined the Saudi Kingdom. Its first purpose was to host the new governor, its companions, the telegraph post, and the police. It is undoubtedly the most sizeable historical building of the Province with its 625 square meters and 65 rooms. It is open to the public and comprises a museum telling the story of the Palace.
1 hour
5
Najran
Sleep the night in Najran City
15 hours
6
AlUkhdud Archaeological Site
AlOkhdood Archaeological Site is an ancient South Arabian town located in Najran Province in Saudi Arabia, southeast of the present-day city of Najran. Currently in ruins, the town dates back to at least 500 BCE and was formerly a hub for trading and commercial purposes. It is also famous for being the location where the Himyarite king Dhu Nuwas massacred the majority of the population of the city, which had converted to Christianity from South Arabian polytheism. This story is mentioned in the Quran!
3 hours
7
King Fahd Park
King Fahd Park is located in the Saqam Forest and is one of the most important natural recreational landmarks in the city and its largest park. The park is characterized by its stunning natural scenery and breathtaking views, and it offers a range of enjoyable activities suitable for all family members.
30 minutes
8
Abha
After that, we will start heading back to Abha.
3 hours
2 Days Trip to Hima Wells & AlOkhdood City in Najran
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Sign up for a day tour and explore the rich history of the Al-Ukhdood Archaeological City, a fascinating site dating back to the Kingdom of Himyar (110 BC to 525 AD). Walk through ancient ruins, carved inscriptions, and the remnants of a powerful civilization that once thrived in southern Saudi Arabia.
We'll also take you to the nearby Hima Wells, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient water sources and remarkable rock carvings left by travelers and traders over thousands of years. It's a place where history and an unreal landscape come together.
What makes our tours unique is that we care deeply about making your experience authentic and meaningful. You’ll explore these incred...
