Explore AlUla with Bondai | 5 Days Trip Plan
Explore AlUla with Bondai
Here is a guide to what you can do once you land in the most adventurous city of the Kingdom.
Day 1: Stargazing Or Moonlight Night Experience
- Duration: Day trip
- Location: AlUla, Al Madinah Province
Overview
Swap out screen time for time outdoors in this epic experience. Book yourself in on one of Husaak's unforgettable stargazing tours and get ready to be wowed by the universe. Escape to the remote area of Gharameel, get cozy and lay back as you gaze upon a sky full of stars.
We promise this will be one of the best night skies you've ever seen and if you're lucky you might even chance upon some shooting stars.
On full moon nights, you will set off on a short walk to admire the surrounding landscapes before settling in to view the nightsky.
On darker nights however, the tour will solely be focused on stars and constellations. As you immerse yourself in nature, a grilled dinner will be prepared for you which you will feast on around a campfire. This will truly be a night to remember.
Suitable for Ages 8+
Highlights
- Stargazing or Moonlit Experience depending on the moon cycle
- Venture to the remote Gharameel area of AlUla, one of the best stargazing spots in AlUla
- Tuck into a traditional grill dinner
- Experienced Adventure Operator with ISO Cerification in Safety Management
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Day 2: Helicopter Tour Alula
- Duration: Day trip
- Location: AlUla, Al Madinah Province
Overview
Buckle up and put your headsets on; it's time for take-off!
Operated by The Helicopter Company
Get ready to view AlUla from above, with this 30-minute helicopter tour with your pilot (guide), an exhilarating flight that takes you over AlUla's seven most famous landmarks and heritage sites.
The first of these will be the monumental Jabal AlFil (Elephant Rock), AlUla's most famous natural geological rock formation.
Next, we head over to Hegra, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the southern capital of the Nabatean Civilisation, with its ancient tombs carved deep into the red and golden rocks. There you will get to see one of the last trains of The Hijaz Railway stood in time.
Our pilot will now turn towards the west, and in the distance, you will see Maraya, the Guinness World Record holder for the world's largest mirrored building reflecting the sun out to the sky, shining brightly like a diamond in the desert.
As our pilot turns south and takes you over the AlUla's three other most important heritage sites of Jabal Ikmah (the open-air library), back down over Dadan (the capital of the Dadan and Lihyan kingdoms) and lastly over the AlUla Old Town (the 12th-century medieval city).
As you land back at Fursan Village, it is then you will genuinely appreciate the beauty, heritage and sheer majestic landscapes of this unique destination.
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Day 3: The Ridge Walk - Hike
- Duration: Day trip
- Location: AlUla, Al Madinah Province
Overview
The Ridge Walk is an easy 6 km hike along a ridge which offers spectacular views of Wadi AlUla. This is a great option for familes and groups looking to see more of AlUla's expansive landscape. The hike begins with a steep uphill walk, once you reach the top the rest of the hike is easy.
The start point is a 30 minute drive from Husaak Center AlUla and the hike itself will take around 2.5 to 3 hours depending on the speed of the group.
Suitable for Ages 8+
Highlights
- Stunning views of Wadi AlUla
- Family friendly hike
- Fun half day activitiy
- Includes transport in 4x4, bottled water and snack pack
- Experienced guiding team
- Duration: 2 hours
- Location: AlUla, Al Madinah Province
Overview
Via Ferrata your way across the canyon, suspended in a harness, completing aerial challenges and maneuvering through floating obstacles. Via Ferrata is a spectacular journey enabling non-climbers to experience the world of mountaineering!
Restrictions Apply:
- Minimum height: 110cm
- Minimum/Maximum weight: 20kg to 120kg
What to bring:
Guests should wear comfortable outdoor clothing with closed-toe walking shoes or boots. Please be advised no heels, sandals, loose clothing, or jewelry should be worn for this activity, and long hair should be tied back. After checking in, visitors will be transported to the starting point, where staff will go over safety procedures and equip safety gear.
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Day 5: Ikmah After Dark
- Duration: Day trip
- Location: AlUla, Al Madinah Province
Overview
Discover the ancient history of AlUla with an extraordinary after-dark tour of the rock art and inscriptions at Jabal Ikmah. Enjoy a night of hospitality as well as an immersive show about the Kingdoms that once ruled AlUla.
Ikmah After Dark takes three mesmerising experiences at the historic ‘Open Library’ of Jabal Ikmah and combines them into one wonderous night:
1. Candlelit Night Tour of Jabal Ikmah
An Open Library, Jabal Ikmah holds inscriptions that span millennia, unlocking the secrets to a unique time in the history of AlUla. Walk along the path as narrators share stories and explain how these ancient inscriptions were hand-carved.
2. Heritage Café Reception
Created especially for Ikmah After Dark, the Heritage Café hosts a dazzling reception with a wide array of delicious canapes and fresh juices. Listen to a storyteller accompanied by soft music and learn to write your name in Dadanite script.
3. Interactive Shadow Show
Immerse yourself in the Dadanite Civilisation through this exciting, interactive shadow show. Encouraging audience participation, this performance dives deeper into the lives of the ancient people of AlUla.
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