Saudi Arabia: Women's Expedition

On this women-only adventure through Saudi Arabia’s dramatic landscapes and UNESCO World Heritage sites, you’ll spend 12 days learning about the country’s deep history, sampling local cuisine and connecting with local women. Eager to tell their own stories, they’ll introduce you to the diverse lives of Saudi women today. Visit a citrus farm run by two sisters who turned their father’s vision into a multigenerational business, learn traditional recipes with a local cook, explore the Holy City of Madinah and the historic district of Al Balad with female guides, and unwind at a women-only beach club on the Red Sea.Saudi Arabia's tourism industry is still in its infancy, and there are some challenges to overcome, like a lack of infrastructure in some locations, reliable systems, and trained leaders and guides. Even the most experienced leaders are still very new to group travel. Sites are occasionally closed with little or no notice and restoration work is common. You’ll need to have a degree of flexibility when travelling here., Hotel standards and service levels vary across the country and may differ from what you’ve experienced elsewhere. Locals are new to international tourism, so please have an open mind and heart., The country has strict laws and customs that visitors should be aware of before travelling, such as dress codes. Alcohol is also banned. Please see the Essential Trip Information for more detail., Saudi Arabia is a large country and we cover a lot in this trip. Be prepared for some long travel days where lunch stops will be simple and limited. Our vehicle is comfortable and we've broken these journeys up with free time in key locations to allow you to rest and recharge.