Experience Traditional Saudi Hospitality In Riyadh
Overview
Experience the magic of the Arabian desert on a day trip from Riyadh to a local desert camp. Get picked up from your hotel or a meeting point in central Riyadh and get transported to the desert, where you can marvel at the unique landscapes and immerse yourself in the traditional local culture.
Enjoy the warm hospitality of a team of local guides who will showcase their traditional way of life, culinary expertise, and
artisanal crafts. Relish a delicious cup of Saudi coffee and listen to the soothing twang of the Nijr, a coffee grinding tool, and watch how this magical brew is made.
Try on traditional garments, put on some henna and get a closer at how the camels are taken care of for a more immersive experience. Learn more about falconry under the guidance of an experienced falconer. Get more insight into this ancient art and witness the incredible skills of these majestic birds.
Savor authentic local cuisine while enjoying traditional music, and enjoy snacks as your hosts regale you with marvelous stories and legends.
Information
- Day 1- 16:00: Pick-up After getting picked up from your hotel in central Riyadh, you will enjoy a scenic drive to a Bedouin camp for a fantastic adventure against the stunning and dramatic backdrop of the golden desert landscape.- 17:10: Arrival & welcome Arrive at the camp and get welcomed by a team of local Bedouin guides who will give you great insight into their traditional way of life and a unique opportunity to learn about and immerse yourself in the traditional Bedouin culture.- 17:20: Bedouin cultural experience Get a taste of Bedouin culture with some of their unique practices, customs and traditions. Listen to the mesmerising twang of the Nijr, a tool used to grind coffee beans to make an energising cup of coffee, which you can enjoy with some local dates. Try on traditional Bedouin attire and their headdress, and take plenty of pictures. Check out their crafts, try on henna and learn how to take care of camels before witnessing a stunning falconry display by experts.- 19:00: Enjoy dinner & entertainment Take a break and enjoy the finest Bedouin cuisines made from recipes passed from generation to generation as you listen to some traditional tunes. Savour authentic flavours before cosying up with a warm cup of tea, and have your hosts enthral you with unique Bedouin tales and stories.- 20:15: Drop-off It's time to say goodbye to your new friends and prepare for the drive back into the city. Enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.
- Pick-up from selected centrally located hotels
- Snacks & dinner
- Taxes & surcharges
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Tour guide
- Personal expenses
- Guests must wear comfortable footwear and dress modestly.