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Included / Excluded
- All airport transfers on private basis
- Destination Assistance to include Meet & Greet upon arrival in Abha & Jizan
- 2 Nights accommodation in a Standard Room at Blue Inn Hotel Abha on HB basis
- 2 Nights accommodation in a Standard Room at Novotel Jizan on HB basis
- Guided Tours in Abha and Jizan as per the itinerary. The tours will be conducted in English on private basis.
- All entrance fees for Experiences, museums and site visits
- All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- One Tour Escort/Tour Leader free in Single Room inclusive of all above offered
- International and any other Domestic flights.
- Personal expenses.
- Meals which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips and Gratuities.
Itinerary
Breakfast at the hotel
09:00 Check out from the hotel
Transfer to the Jeddah International Airport for the flight to Abha at 12:15
13:35 Arrival in Abha
It was the capital of Aseer region during the era of the First Saudi State. It is full of ancient
castles, palaces and mosques dating back hundreds of years.
Meet & Greet upon arrival by the Local Guide
Lunch at a local restaurant – included
Continue with Abha sightseeing
Visit the Shamasan Castle, High City, Art Street and Traditional Market
18:00 – Check in at the hotel
Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Blue Inn Abha Hotel (4*)
Today’s meal inclusions – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel
09:00 – Meet the local guide at the hotel to explore Abha
Drive to Al Masqi Village
It is one of the oldest villages in southern Saudi Arabia. The existence of this village dates back to
more than two thousand years. It was considered as one of the visible villages mentioned by God
Almighty in the Holy Qur’an in Surat Sheba: “and we made visible villages between them and the
villages in which we blessed between Sheba and the Levant”. The village includes about 171
heritage buildings.
Next visit he Hanging Village (Habalah),
Lunch at a local Restaurant
Visit the Ayala Museum, followed by Aanab Farm to experience the Fresh produce from the farm
and finally the Fatemah Museum.
Fatimah’s Museum of Aseeri Woman’s Heritage introduces its visitors to the beauty of Al-Qatt AlAseeri art by shedding light on its authentic heritage through viewing clips in the museum’s hall,
which is full of colors from the nature. The museum also offers its visitors the chance to own
products adorned by Al-Qatt Al-Aseeri, ranging from houseware to rocks and painting of different
sizes
17:00 Return to the hotel
Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Blue Inn Abha Hotel (4*)
Today’s meal inclusions – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel
08:00 Check out from the hotel and transfer to Jizan (Distance 203km)
Visit Al Soudah Park
Part of the vast Aseer National Park, with its network of hiking routes, this is an area of cool
mountain air, wild nature and mist-cloaked valleys. While hiking and guided camping trips are
quintessential activities, this is also an area of ancient tribal culture — especially at the historic
village of Rijal Almaa west of Soudah. Here, the annual Flowerman Festival showcases the
culture of the indigenous Aseri tribe, including the men wearing flower wreaths as headdresses
Visit the historical Rijal Almaa village. The architecture of this place will take you into a journey
where tales echoes through the land.
Lunch at a local Restaurant
Visit the Bees Tower Honey refinery and enjoy an exclusive experience of tasting Rijal Almaa’s
authentic honey varieties.
End the day with a visit to the Cultural Village in Jizan
18:00 Drop off at the hotel for check in
Dinner at the hotel included
Overnight at Novotel Hotel Jizan (4*)
Today’s meals inclusion: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel
09:00 Meet the local Guide at the hotel
Visit the Banana farms
Drive to Faifa Mountains
The Fifa Mountains are also known as Fayfa and Faifa Mountains are said to be a “neighbor of
the moon” and a “heaven on earth.” The peaks go up to 11,000 feet above sea level and are the
highest in the region
Lunch in a local Restaurant
Visit Ad Dosareyah Castle
One of the most prominent historical and archaeological monuments in the Jazan region in the
south of Saudi Arabia. It is considered one of the most prominent museums in the city, and it
has a unique strategic location in the region
Visit Jizan Heritage Village
A cultural landmark that captures the ancient history of Jazan, linking it to its
flourishing present. Visitors to this village can see the province’s past displayed through live
symbols of the cultural and civilizational diversity of the region’s different environments and
terrains.
18:00 Return to the hotel
Dinner at the hotel included
Overnight at Novotel Hotel Jizan (4*)
Today’s meals inclusion: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel
Check out from the hotel
Transfer to Jizan Airport for the flight to Jeddah – details to be advised
(There are 6 daily flights at 04:35, 06:25, 11:50, 14:15, 17:50, 21:15 and 23:45 from Jizan. Flight time
is 01:30hrs to Jeddah)
Hotel check out time is at 12:00pm
Extension in Jeddah or connection to onward Destination
Vehicle Type
- SUV ( GMC or Similar)
Payment
- 10% of the Total Invoice at the time of booking to book and secure services
- 90% of the Total Invoice (Balance Amount) 30days prior to arrival
Cancellation Policy
- 30 days prior to the arrival : No charges will apply
- 29-21 days prior to arrival :50% of the total invoice will apply
- Less than 20 days prior to arrival : Full cancellation fees will apply
Important Note
Note: Price includes 15% VAT. The quoted package price, including the room type, Flights and activities are indicative and subject to change based on availability at the time of your firm booking
Flight Tickets (Not included)
- Economy Class on Saudia Airlines from Jeddah to Abha SAR 300 (USD 80) Per Person
- Economy Class on Saudia Airlines from Jizan to Jeddah SAR 475 (USD 127) Per Person
(Subject to change at the time of booking, above is based on current fares)
Kindly note Site visits offered may change due to operational reasons or for bad weather conditions. - Nonoperational sites/visits will be replaced with similar visits, all above is based on the current schedule and
the same is subject to change
