Dadan & Jabal Ikmah: Ancient Arabian Kingdoms
Duration: 2 / Hours
Theme: Culture & Heritage, Family
Type: Shared Activity
Overview
Step back over 2,600 years to explore the heart of ancient Arabian civilization in AlUla. This immersive two-hour tour takes you into the legacy of the powerful Dadanite and Lihyanite Kingdoms. Begin at Dadan, their thriving capital, where you’ll wander through ruins that once controlled the lucrative incense trade and stand before the striking Lion Tombs, masterful monuments carved into the cliffsides. Then, journey to Jabal Ikmah, recognized as the “open-air library,” a serene canyon housing one of the largest and most diverse collections of ancient rock inscriptions. Explore this unique archive where thousands of rock-cut records left by pilgrims, traders, and citizens offer a fascinating window into the economic strength, cultural practices, and sophisticated language that defined these remarkable desert empires.
Plan Your Adventure
- Duration:Approximately 2 hours
- Accessibility:The site is not equipped for wheelchair or stroller access
- What to Wear:Comfortable outdoor clothing, closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are highly recommended for your safety and enjoyment
- Guidance:Guided Tour led by a local Rawi (storyteller) fluent in English and Arabic
- Inclusions:Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach is provided from and back to the Winter Park meeting point
- Book this unique historical double feature and connect directly with the voices of ancient Arabia