Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia holidays 2026/2027

Book your 2026/2027 vacation now. Saudi Arabia is waiting to be discovered. We offer luxurious packages, authentic and customizable tours, local guides, exclusive transfers, and elegant, high-class hotels.

Saudi Arabia – tailor-made tours for the best holiday season

Saudi Arabia lies in the tropical dry climate zone, and most of the country is extremely dry. This climate is one of the harshest in the world – it is one of the hottest areas on Earth.

So when is the best time to visit Saudi Arabia? It's a vast country that can't be explored in one trip. The best time to visit is during the winter months - from October to April - when the weather is most favorable throughout the country.

What is worth bringing from Saudi Arabia?

Certainly the famous Saudi dates, considered to be among the best in the world, and dried apricots. Dates are a staple of the local diet and a symbol of hospitality – they are often served to guests as a snack with tea and coffee. It is particularly worth looking for dates from the Al Madinah region, famous for its high-quality crops and wide selection of varieties.

Other popular souvenirs include local sweets (e.g. date cookies maamoul), delicious halva, fabrics, gold and silver jewelry, spices, prayer beads, camel milk chocolate and perfumes with oud and musk.

Rose products from the Taif region are also a great gift – rose water, oils and perfumes, especially appreciated by women who care about their skin and body care. The Taif region is visited by tourists from all over the world, especially in spring, when roses bloom the most intensively.

If you are planning a trip to Taif, do not miss the annual Rose Festival and a visit to the Rashid Al Qurashei distillery, where the famous rose perfume is made.

The city of Taif, located in the mountains, is also known for its citrus, pomegranate and fig cultivation.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia boasts six UNESCO World Heritage Sites – testament to the country’s rich and diverse history:

• Al-Hijr (Hegra) archaeological site – the first Saudi site on the UNESCO list. It is the largest and best-preserved heritage of the Nabataean civilization south of Petra. It contains tombs with decorated facades, inscriptions from before the Nabataean period and rock paintings.

• The fortress of al-Turaif in Diriyah – The 18th and 19th century political and religious centre of the Saud dynasty, the cradle of Wahhabism.

• Historic Jeddah - the gateway to Mecca – since the 7th century an important trading port and a place of reception for pilgrims heading to Mecca.

• Rock Art in the Ha'il Region – rock carvings created over 10 years, depicting people and animals.

• Himā Cultural Area – a former caravan stopover with 3-year-old Bi'r Himā wells, which still provide drinking water today.

• 'Uruq Bani Ma'arid – part of the Rub al Khali desert with shifting sand dunes, home to many species of invertebrates and amphibians.

• Al-Ahsa Oasis – the largest oasis in the world with over 2,5 million date palms, constituting a unique example of harmony between man and nature.

Diving in Saudi Arabia

The Red Sea coast in Saudi Arabia is one of the best-guarded diving sites in the world – it delights with a wealth of colorful coral reefs and an incredible diversity of marine life.

Saudi Arabia - holidays and the best hotels with CARTER®

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When is the best time to visit Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia lies in the arid tropical climate zone, where most of the country is extremely dry. Saudi Arabia's climate is among the harshest in the world and one of the hottest regions on Earth.

So when is the best time to travel to Saudi Arabia? It's a large country, and it's difficult to explore it in a single visit.  Trips to Arabia The best time to visit Arabia is during the winter months from October to April. The weather is at its most favorable throughout the country during this time.

Saudi Arabia – a new destination for women's holidays

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is also a safe country for women traveling solo or in small groups. Many of you are probably wondering: Can a woman travel alone to Saudi Arabia?

The answer is a resounding yes! Traveling solo as a woman in Saudi Arabia is acceptable and safe; there has been quite a dramatic change and improvement in this regard in recent years. However, cultural norms and expectations regarding dress code still exist, and women should be aware of this. So, when traveling to Saudi Arabia, dress modestly so that the outfit covered the bodyThis means shoulders and knees must be covered at all times.

Many Muslim women wear the traditional outer garment, the abaya, a headscarf, and a niqab, which covers the face, when outside the home. A full burqa, which covers everything except the eyes, is also common. In 2019, the requirement for women to wear the abaya was abolished.

In Saudi Arabia, as with any other travel, please respect local laws and culture, especially religious customs.

Flights and air connections to Saudi Arabia

LOT Polish Airlines offers direct flights to Riyadh. Jeddah can be reached with a connecting flight in Qatar on Qatar Airlines or with a connecting flight in Dubai on Emirates Airlines.

If you want to get to the desert oasis of AlUla, it is best to get there directly from Dubai with FlyDubai.

Dreaming of paradise beaches and luxurious resorts? The Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia is a new tourism gem that will fulfill your wildest dreams. Discover pristine islands, exclusive hotels, and unforgettable adventures on the crystal-clear Red Sea.

Red Sea International Airport is a new airport in Saudi Arabia that began operations in 2023. On September 21, 2023, the airport welcomed its inaugural flight from Riyadh, operated by Saudia Airlines. The flight takes less than two hours and operates several times a week – on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.