Explore Abha's culture and a traditional house
Abha
Overview
Take a deep dive into the cultural and artistic heritage of Abha as you make your way to Fatima Museum, where you can marvel at and appreciate exhibits featuring brightly-coloured geometric patterns of Al-Qatt Al-Aseeri art. Explore Al Muftaha Village next to take a closer look at some more curious art pieces, and even check out Souq Al Thulatha, the Tuesday market, where you can browse through and buy a variety of local products. Head to a local house to take a closer look at the unique interiors, where every room is bursting with colours. Enjoy stories that will give you more insight into the families and lifestyles of the locals. Kick back into the tranquil atmosphere while enjoying top-notch Saudi hospitality and learn traditional dining etiquettes as you relish authentic dishes, the recipes for which have been in the family for generations. Enjoy a mouthwatering spread of home-cooked Aseeri dishes which consists of a seasonal salad, Jareesh, a wheat dish made with aromatic spices, and Areeka, which is a sweet dish made with mashed dates and crumbled bread. Bask in the cosiness of the house before going to the final stop of the tour, High City, where you can enjoy stunning mountain views.
- Day 1- 08:00: Pick-up Gather at the meeting point from where you will be picked up to embark on an illuminating tour of Abha.- 09:00: Fatima Museum visit Enjoy a visit to the Fatima Museum where you can learn more about Aseer's authentic artistic heritage, as you walk around and marvel at Al-Qatt Al-Aseeri art. Appreciate the colourful geometric patterns that are part of their traditional style.- 11:00: Trip to Al Muftaha Village Arrive at Al Muftaha Village, a hub of Aseeri culture that showcases local art. You can even visit the Souq Al Thulatha, Tuesday market, and check out traditional clothes, honey, plants and other items, before heading to Talal Maddah theatre.- 13:00: Local house tour & lunch Arrive at a local house and enjoy this region's unique interior and architecture. The home features an indoor and outdoor seating area that is used based on the seasons, and the latter has a traditional stone oven where guests can relish freshly baked goods. Marvel at the unique house and learn more about the local way of life and dining etiquette as you enjoy a delicious home-cooked Aseeri meal before moving to the next destination.- 16:00: Stop at High City Prepare to be astonished by the splendid mountain views from a high altitude at the aptly named High City. Surrounded by hotels and parks, this is the perfect place to round off your trip.- 17:00: End of tour Click some photos to cherish these moments forever, as the tour has now come to an end. You will be dropped off at the meeting point.
- English & Arabic-speaking tour guide & coordinator
- Pick-up from & drop-off at the gathering point
- Entry tickets to the museums and attractions included in the package
- Snacks & lunch
- Taxes & surcharges
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Personal expenses
Location
Meeting point Abha
- Guests must wear comfortable footwear and dress modestly.
Bookings are refundable up to 48 hours prior to the trip, after which they are strictly non-refundable.
Tours are subject to favourable weather conditions. In case tours are halted or cancelled as a result of bad weather, a refund will be processed within 14 days to the bank account linked to the card used for the transaction.
Starts from
770 SAR
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