Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s First UNESCO World Heritage Site
AlUla is home to Hegra, ancient Nabataean tombs carved into sandstone cliffs, along with Elephant Rock, the old town, and dramatic desert landscapes. It sits roughly 330km from Madinah, around a 3.5-hour drive each way. A round-trip day tour means an early departure and a long day, but for many visitors it is a genuinely worthwhile addition to their Saudi Arabia trip.
Hegra (Mada’in Salih)
Nabataean tombs, older cousin of Jordan’s Petra, first UNESCO site in Saudi Arabia.
Elephant Rock
A striking natural rock formation, popular for sunset viewing.
AlUla Old Town
Historic mudbrick town, walkable and rich in local history.
AlUla Day Trip Taxi Fare (SAR, 2026)
Every price below covers the full round trip from Madinah, including waiting time while you explore AlUla. Fixed and confirmed on WhatsApp before you travel.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round Trip Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry / Hyundai Sonata | 1–4 | SAR 900–1,000 |
| Hyundai Starex H1 | 1–8 | SAR 1,000–1,100 |
| Hyundai Staria | 1–8 | SAR 1,100–1,200 |
| Toyota HiAce | 6–12 | SAR 1,300–1,500 |
| GMC Yukon XL | 1–6 | SAR 1,800–2,000 |
| Toyota Coaster | 10–22 | SAR 2,200–2,500 |
The Real Cost Per Person
A family of 4 travelling together in the Hyundai Staria (SAR 1,100–1,200) works out to just around SAR 288 per person for the entire round-trip day, in a private, non-shared luxury cab. Larger groups on the Coaster save even more per person.
Which Vehicle Fits Your Group?
Solo travellers, couples — up to 4 passengers
Economical family van — up to 8 passengers
Family comfort, elderly-friendly — up to 8 passengers
Medium groups — 6–12 passengers
Premium, VIP families — up to 6 passengers
Large groups — 10–22 passengers
What a Typical Day Looks Like
An early departure, usually around 6am, gets you to AlUla by mid-morning with a full day to explore before the return drive. This makes for a long day — expect to be back late evening — so it suits travellers comfortable with a full day on the road. Let us know your preferred departure time and we will plan the day around it.
A Long Drive Deserves a Reliable Driver
One driver, whole day. The same driver takes you there, waits, and brings you back — no separate bookings.
Price locked upfront. Your round-trip fare is confirmed today, regardless of how long you spend exploring.
Fixed Fare, Named Driver, No Surprises
Confirmed in writing. Your round-trip fare is agreed on WhatsApp before you travel.
Named driver. His name, number, and plate come before pickup.
No renegotiation. The price never changes once you set off.
Licensed vehicle. Commercial passenger registration, every trip.
How to Book Your AlUla Day Trip
WhatsApp Us
Pickup, date, departure time, passengers.
Get Confirmation
Driver, plate, fixed round-trip price.
Explore AlUla
Your driver waits while you explore.
Pay at the End
Same figure as confirmed. Nothing added.
What Visitors Say About This Trip
“Long day but so worth it, Hegra was breathtaking. Driver was patient with the early start and got us back to Madinah safely late that night.”
Zikri 🇲🇾 Malaysia
AlUla Day Trip · 04 June 2026
“Fixed price meant we did not worry about the meter running while we explored the old town and Elephant Rock. Comfortable ride for the long drive both ways.”
Budi 🇮🇩 Indonesia
AlUla Day Trip · 09 June 2026
“Wanted to see the Nabataean tombs after reading about them, driver arranged an early departure so we had the full day at AlUla. Great experience overall.”
Subhan Qadir 🇬🇧 UK
AlUla Day Trip · 27 June 2026
AlUla Day Trip — Questions Visitors Ask Most
What is the AlUla day trip taxi fare?
It starts from SAR 900 for a sedan and scales up by vehicle size, up to SAR 2,200–2,500 for a Toyota Coaster. See the full fare table above, or message us on WhatsApp for an instant quote.
How far is AlUla from Madinah?
Roughly 330km, around a 3.5-hour drive each way, making for a genuinely long round-trip day.
Do I need a Hegra entry ticket in advance?
Entry tickets for Hegra and other AlUla sites are typically booked separately through official AlUla channels. We provide transport only.
Is a day trip enough time to see AlUla properly?
A day trip covers the main highlights like Hegra and Elephant Rock, though AlUla genuinely has enough to fill several days if you want to explore in more depth.
Is the fare per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. A group of any size up to the vehicle capacity pays the same fixed round-trip price.