8 Days. 3n RIYADH 5* | 2n NAJRAN 5* | 2n JEDDAH 5*

About the destination: Riyadh is the capital and largest city in Saudi Arabia, boasting a population of approximately 5 million people. The city is experiencing rapid growth, with new skyscrapers, international dining options, hotels, shopping centers, and modern offices popping up all over. Despite being a major hub for business, Riyadh has managed to maintain a balance between its cultural heritage, traditional values, and economic expansion. The historical heart of Riyadh, Al-Murabba, offers several intriguing sites worth exploring, such as the King Abdul Aziz Historical Centre, which houses the National Museum and the Murabba Palace. The city's center, Al-Bathaa, is the oldest part of Riyadh. Al Bathaa is home to the city's bus station, post office, and the bustling Batha souk. The Faisaliya Tower, one of the city's two iconic towers, offers a variety of attractions, including a viewing platform, a small photography gallery, and a café known as the Top. Riyadh is a city of luxury and prosperity, nestled in the heart of the Arab world. Its unique urban landscape, characterized by a blend of modernity and tradition, makes it a true marvel of the modern world.

About the destination: Najran is a city located in the southwestern part of Saudi Arabia, close to the Yemen border. It serves as the capital of the Najran Province. Recognized as a newly established city, Najran is among the rapidly expanding cities in the country. Its population has surged from 47,500 in 1974 and 90,983 in 1992 to 246,880 in 2004 and 505,652 in 2017. The majority of the population descends from the ancient tribes of Yām, Mákram, and Hamdan. The inhabitants of Najran, known as Najranis, are predominantly Muslims, with Shia and Ismaili being the majority sects. Hanbali, Shafi'i, and Maliki Sunnis make up the second largest religious group in the city, while the Zaydi Shia are the smallest. The Arabic term "Najrān" has dual meanings: it can refer to the wooden frame on which a door swings open, and it also means 'thirsty'. According to local lore, the area got its name from the first man to settle there, Najran ibn Zaydan ibn Saba ibn Yahjub ibn Yarub ibn Qahtan. Historically, Najran was the Yemeni hub for cloth production, and it was here that the kiswah, or the cloth of the Ka'aba, was originally made (the tradition of clothing the Kaba was initiated by the Yemeni kings of Saba). There was once a Jewish community in Najran, known for their garment production. As per Yemenite Jewish tradition, the Jews of Najran claimed their lineage from the Ten Tribes. Najran also served as a significant stop on the Incense Route.