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Saudi Arabia Horizons Saudi Arabia Horizons 19 day escorted tour departing 8 February 2019 About Tour Highlights Route Map Far Horizons Since Far Horizons was first Visiting established in 1976 by Martin and Dammam 1 night Auriel Wright we have escorted more Al Hofuf 1 night than 180 tours to over 170 countries on all seven continents. Jabal Qarah caves We have established a clientele of Riyadh 2 nights devoted followers who appreciate our Dariyyah uncompromising policy of providing Masmak fort high quality accommodation and services, with meticulous attention Buraydah 1 night to detail in some of the world's most Ushaiger exotic and stimulating regions. Hail 1 night All our tours are fully escorted Qishla and inclusive of all transportation, Oraif fort accommodation, meals, sightseeing, Jubbah rock carvings cultural events and gratuities. Al Nafud desert Capacity is limited to fifteen, which we feel is the ideal maximum number Sakaka 2 nights necessary to achieve the degree of Rajajil standing stones personal attention and 'camaraderie' Qasr Zaabal which is the hallmark of Far Horizons. Domat al Jandal Now under the guiding hand of Nick Al Ula 2 nights Deacock, long-standing family friend Madain Saleh and associate with more than 35 years Elephant Rock experience in the travel industry, Far Lion tombs Horizons offer unique tours to unusual Hejaz railway and exotic destinations worldwide. Jeddah 1 night Taif 1 night Al Bahah 1 night Zee Ain Far Horizons Tours Pty Ltd Abha 2 nights PO Box 555, Cammeray Al Sawda NSW 2062 Australia Bin Hemsan Tel: (02) 9955 0444 Al Muftaha Toll-free 1 800 083 141 Jazan 1 night E-mail: [email protected] Farasan Island Website: www.farhorizons.com.au Travel agents licence no.2TA 09085 Jeddah 1 night Bobo Dioulasso - Grand Camel train, Rub al Khalil Desert page 2 Introduction Saudi Arabia Horizons IMPORTANT INFORMATION Our journey begins with late evening flights As we enter Al Hofuf we see the imposing relating to travel to Saudi Arabia on Emirates from Sydney, Melbourne, Qasr (Castle) Ibrahim which was constructed Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth to Dubai, in 1555. The castle combines Islamic and Tourism to Saudi Arabia is a very recent arriving early the following morning for a military architecture, and the massive phenomenon, with only a limited number connecting flight to Dammam, capital of the structure and battlement crenulations give of non-Moslims allowed to enter the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. On arrival it the air of the archetypal castle. We stay country as tourists. we check in at the Howard Johnson Hotel. overnight at Coral Plaza Hotel. Whilst standards of accommodation are When the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia On the eastern fringe of the oasis, Jebel generally very high, other aspects of the was founded in 1932, Dammam was the site Qara is dotted with limestone caves known tourist infrastructure are still developing. of several hamlets that depended on fishing as Ghar al Hashshab (“cave of the arrow You can expect a warm welcome from and pearls for their survival. Over a span maker”) which include 28 passageways the local people, but bureaucracy and of a little more than half a century the area over 1.5km in length. For generations local officialdom can cause some frustrations. developed into a thriving hub of industry, craftsmen have used some of the caves to Qasr Ibrahim, Al Hofuf Saudi Arabia is a deeply conservative commerce and science and today is home make quality unglazed pottery. country. Visitors are expected to dress to more than four million people. The next day we drive to Al Hofuf, the capital modestly. Tight clothing is considered of the Eastern Province until 1953. Hofuf is We also visit the small but very interesting Al offensive. Women should wear long skirts In the afternoon we visit the Regional a major date producing area and the largest Ahsa Archaeological and Heritage Museum or loose-fitting trousers with clothing Museum to learn about Dammams history oasis in Saudi Arabia, with several forts and stroll through Qaisariah Souq. that covers the shoulders and cleavage. and heritage then proceed to Souk Al Hob dating from the Ottomon empire and one of Ladies should wear a scarf to cover their (Love Market), where traditional fragrances, the most interesting Souqs in the Kingdom. hair when in public. Although not a strict clothing, gold and jewellery distinctive to the requirement, it is recommended that Arabian Gulf region are sold. We enjoy the women wear an abaya (long-sleeved views of the Arabian Sea coastline along the floor-length covering worn over other Corniche and Coral Island (Jazirat Al Marjan) clothes). Open sandals are acceptable. before returning to our hotel. Men should not wear shorts and never appear bare-chested in public (except at a swimming pool or beach) Never eat, offer or accept things with your left hand, and never sit in such a way that the soles of your feet are pointing at anyone else. Never beckon anyone with your finger. Avoid displays of affection with your partner in public and do not wear religious jewellery. The importation and consumption of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited. Dammam corniche Jebel Qara cave, Al Hofuf page 3 Saudi Arabia Horizons 1446 AD he invited another clan of the same (Banu Hanifa) tribe under the leadership of Mani al-Muraydi to settle in the area and the people who populated the Wadi Hanifa area became the ancestors of the al-Saud family, who established their first rule at Diriyyah. We visit Masmak Fort, one of the most important historic landmarks of Riyadh, which was built during the reign of Abdullah bin Rashid in 1895 to serve as a military garrison – today it contains a display of weapons and costumes as well as photos and a video re- enactment of the 1902 attack on RIyadh by King Abdul Aziz. Riyadh by night Dira Souq is famous for its variety of old We drive West to the capital Riyadh, where copper and brass objects, silver daggers, we stay two nights at the Ritz Carlton, one Bedouin jewellery and dresses, antique Ushaiger historical village of Riyadhs most respected five star hotels. carpets, handicrafts and other antiques. We proceed to the fringes of the Thumama Desert We continue to Murraba Palace, constructed The following morning we drive north to to see the local camel market. in traditional Najid style on the command of Ushaiger (which means 'small blonde" and The following morning we drive about King Abdul Aziz in 1937 to accommodate is a description of a nearby mountain), one 20km to the old city of Diriyyah in the Najd of the oldest towns in the Saudi region of In the afternoon we visit the National Museum his family. Murraba’s high square walls (high plateau) area of Wadi Hanifa (Hanifa Najd. The town was a major stopping point comprising eight galleries telling the complete surround courtyards with date palms and Valley). It is one of the most important sites, for pilgrims coming from Kuwait, Iraq and story of Arabian history from the creation of the its upper level contains a fascinating display from where the history of the Saudi Dynasty Iran to perform Hajj. The historical village has universe to modern times. of traditional clothing, weapons, furniture begins. History records that Ibn Dir, chief and carpets. been restored to preserve its heritage and a of the al-Dir clan belonging to the Bani museum displays various artifacts. Hanifa tribe, was ruling this vast area. In We continue to Buraydah, capital of the Province of Al Qassim. The region has a typical desert climate but its underground water has allowed the inhabitants to develop a long lasting tradition of agriculture. The 600km Wadi Rummah valley crosses the region from the west to the northeast and supports a booming date industry with more than 8 million date palms under cultivation. We stroll through Masawgef Souq and stay Saad ibn Saud Palace, Diriyah Masmak Fort, Riyadh Dates drying, Buraydah overnight at the Movenpick Hotel. page 4 Saudi Arabia Horizons female figures, hunting scenes and a wide range of animals are deeply etched into the stone cliff faces, the depth of which allows the images to show distinctly as the sun rakes across them. These are extremely well executed and must have taken considerable time to complete when they were first carved, some 4000 years ago. In Sakaka, where we stay two nighs at Qishlah Fortress, Hail the Raoum Inn, we visit some fascinating and unusual archaeological sites including Qasr Zaabal, Sakaka We make a photo stop at the double storied the mysterious Standing Stones of Rajajil, palace of Qishlah Fortress, the largest We visit the imposing Qasr Zaabal (Sakaka which consist of 54 groups of squared-off traditional mud-brick fortress in the region Fort) and nearby the ruined fortress of stone pillars erected approximately 6,000 set on a rocky outcrop in the center of Hail. Domat Al Jandal, a former seat of the King years ago during the Chalcolithic, or Copper On the edge of the city is Airif Fort - another of Arabs, dating back to Nabataean times. Age. The pillars, some of which measure mud-brick fort on a small hill built over 200 We stroll past the country’s oldest mosque, up to three meters tall, appear to the casual years ago and affording beautiful views from the 7th century Omar ibn Al-Khattab Ash Shanana tower observer to be randomly placed, although a the main watchtower. We stay overnight at the Mosque which is still in use, through the bird’s-eye view shows that they are placed ruins of the old mud house quarters, 30 kilometers north west of Buraydah is Millenium Hotel.
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