Sunday Hotel Al Olaya Formerly Novotel Suites Riyadh Centre
Included in your trip1 night, 90 Off Olaya St Al Olaya, Riyadh
Self-drive road trip · Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Heritage & Red Sea Fly-Drive
A one-way journey from Riyadh to Jeddah through Ha’il, AlUla and Medina
- Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
- Stops5 Cities
- Start and finishRiyadh, King Khalid International Airport – Jeddah, King Abdulaziz International Airport
- IncludedHotels + car
Per person, estimatedUS$400
About this road trip
Discover Saudi Arabia on a seven-day, six-night self-drive from Riyadh to Jeddah. Explore the capital and Diriyah, cross the desert to Ha’il, spend two nights among AlUla’s extraordinary landscapes and Nabataean heritage, visit Medina’s accessible cultural sites, then finish at the Red Sea. The route combines historic towns, desert scenery and time to explore at your own pace. Flights, hotels, car rental and excursions can be added to suit your dates.
Perfect for
- Self-Drive Fans
- History Buffs
- Road Trippers
- Couples
- Adventure Seekers
- Photography Lovers
- Culture Explorers
Why You'll Love This Trip
One epic one-way route — fly in at Riyadh, fly out from Jeddah
Drive at your own pace with no fixed group timetable
Two full nights in AlUla for Hegra, Elephant Rock and more
Two UNESCO World Heritage sites on a single trip
Desert plateaus, ancient canyons and Red Sea coast all in one journey
Covers five distinct regions most visitors never connect
Finish with optional snorkelling or diving on the Red Sea
Your 7 days at a glance
Your road trip, day by day
Every stop has a hotel already chosen for you. Open a stop to swap the hotel, add activities or stay longer. The price updates as you go.
Want more time somewhere? Open any stop and tap Add a night. Every day after it moves back, and your dates and price update automatically.
Make this trip yours
Stay longer or shorter in Riyadh
Your stay in RiyadhDays 1–2
1 night7 days total
Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.
- 1Arrival
Riyadh
Pick up your car at RIYADH (RUH), from 10:00. It's yours for all 7 days.
Arrive at Riyadh (RUH) and collect your rental car. Explore the National Museum and the UNESCO-listed At-Turaif district in Diriyah, subject to opening hours. For sunset, consider an optional guided excursion to the Edge of the World; this requires suitable transport and is not a standard rental-car drive. Overnight in Riyadh.
Overnight: Sunday Hotel Al Olaya Formerly Novotel Suites Riyadh Centre
Your hotel in Riyadh
15 hotels to choose fromYour free time
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Riyadh surprise you.
Make this trip yours
Stay longer or shorter in Ha’il
Your stay in Ha’ilDays 2–3
1 night7 days total
Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.
- 2Drive day
Ha’il
Drive north via Buraydah, allowing a full day on the road and time for a Najdi lunch. Continue to Ha’il for an evening stroll around A’arif Fort and the traditional market, subject to opening hours. Overnight in Ha’il.
Overnight: Golden Tulip Hail
Your hotel in Ha’il
3 hotels to choose from
Golden Tulip Hail
7.0Good
“Experience warm hospitality and excellent service at this welcoming hotel, featuring a well-equipped gym, clean and spacious rooms with modern amenities, helpful and professional staff, and a convenient location near shopping. Guests consistently praise the friendly atmosphere and comfortable accommodations, making it an ideal choice for both short stays and extended visits.”
- Breakfast available
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Restaurant
Included in your trip1 night, Madina Road
Your free time
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Ha’il surprise you.
Make this trip yours
Stay longer or shorter in AlUla
Your stay in AlUlaDays 3–5
2 Nights7 days total
Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.
- 3Drive day
AlUla
Continue across desert plateaus toward AlUla. Settle in, then explore AlUla Old Town and enjoy dinner locally. If arrival time permits, stop at Elephant Rock. Overnight in AlUla.
Overnight: Shaden Resort Al Ula Managed by Accor, night 1 of 2
- 4Full day
AlUla
Spend a full day around AlUla. Prebook a guided visit to Hegra and consider Jabal Ikmah or Dadan, depending on available sessions. A balloon flight or helicopter ride is an optional, weather-dependent extra. Overnight in AlUla.
Overnight: Shaden Resort Al Ula Managed by Accor, night 2 of 2
Your hotel in AlUla
5 hotels to choose from
Shaden Resort Al Ula Managed by Accor
8.8Very good
“Shaden Resort offers an exceptional retreat with spacious, immaculate rooms set in a stunning scenic landscape, complemented by attentive staff who excel at personalized service and thoughtful touches like poolside dining and birthday celebrations.”
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
Included in your trip2 Nights, Hail Street Alula 43515 Ksa, Al-`Ula
Your free time
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let AlUla surprise you.
Make this trip yours
Stay longer or shorter in Medina
Your stay in MedinaDays 5–6
1 night7 days total
Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.
- 5Drive day
Medina
Drive south to Medina. Explore accessible cultural landmarks and the Hejaz Railway heritage area where open. The Prophet’s Mosque and its premises are restricted to Muslims; observe local access rules around sacred sites. Overnight in Medina.
Overnight: Asasiaat Al Jamwaut
Your hotel in Medina
10 hotels to choose from
Asasiaat Al Jamwaut
Included in your trip1 night, Al Jamwaut Madinah, Medina
Your free time
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Medina surprise you.
Make this trip yours
Stay longer or shorter in Jeddah
Your stay in JeddahDays 6–7
1 night7 days total
Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.
- 6Drive day
Jeddah
Drive onward to Jeddah and return toward the Red Sea coast. Walk the lanes of UNESCO-listed Al-Balad and enjoy sunset on the Corniche. Overnight in Jeddah.
Overnight: Mora Hotel Jeddah
Your hotel in Jeddah
7 hotels to choose from
Mora Hotel Jeddah
8.8Very good
“Blue Diamond Hotel in Jeddah stands out for its exceptionally warm and attentive staff who consistently go above and beyond to ensure guest comfort, along with excellent value for money. Guests consistently praise the clean, comfortable rooms, convenient amenities including private pool and wellness facilities, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes it an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers.”
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Bar
- Spa
Included in your trip1 night, Alexandria -Alhamra district -Jeddah
Your free time
No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Jeddah surprise you.
- 7Departure
Jeddah
Return your car at MADINAH (MED) by 10:00, then check in for your flight home.
Enjoy a final day in Jeddah, with an optional Red Sea boat, snorkelling or diving excursion subject to conditions and availability. Return your one-way rental car at Jeddah airport (JED) before departure.
Departure day · No overnight stay
Your car
A rental car is included for all 7 days. Want more room or comfort? Upgrade below.
Pick up, day 1RIYADH (RUH), from 10:00
Return, day 6MADINAH (MED), by 10:00
Good to knowRates assume a driver aged 30 or over.
What's in the price
Included
- Nine hotel nights across Riyadh, Unaizah, Ha’il, AlUla and Medina; a ten-day rental car collected in Riyadh and returned in Medina, including the one-way rental fee; and the freedom to explore the route at your own pace. Your selected hotels, car and final package price are shown when you choose your travel dates.
Not included
- Flights; visa and travel insurance; fuel, tolls, parking and traffic fines; meals and personal expenses; entrance fees, guided visits and excursions, including Hegra and the Hutaymah crater; and any services not specifically listed as included.
Operated by Avia Travel & Tours.
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Estimated total, 2 travelersUS$800
