Saudi Arabia Total Solar Eclipse Expedition 2027
Expedition Overview
This 8-day expedition offers a unique blend of astronomy, heritage, and nature across Saudi Arabia. Beginning with an evening tour of Jeddah’s historic UNESCO site Al Balad, travelers journey through the picturesque Sarawat mountains, visiting Taif, the coffee estates, and ancient stone villages like Thee Ain. The centerpiece of the trip takes place in Al Bahah, where guests enjoy an exclusive, expert-guided viewing experience of the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse complete with certified safety gear.
The journey continues into Abha for a 4WD canyon adventure through Wadi Lajab, explorations of local heritage sites like Rijal Almaa, and tasting regional delicacies. With 4-star hotel accommodations, luxury transportation, provided meals, and seamless airport transfers, this itinerary delivers a complete, hassle-free Arabian expedition.
What's Included & Excluded
Included Package Features
- 7 nights' accommodation on a twin-sharing basis
- Daily breakfast
- Daily lunches and dinners as mentioned in the itinerary
- Airport transfers
- Luxury air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees to all attractions and sightseeing mentioned
- Exclusive Total Solar Eclipse viewing experience
- Certified eclipse safety glasses
- Astronomy expert briefing before the eclipse
- Bottled drinking water during sightseeing
- All applicable taxes and service charges
Excluded Services
- •International airfare
- •Flights
- •Saudi Tourist Visa
- •Travel insurance
- •Personal expenses
- •Optional tours and activities
- •Tips for guides and drivers
- •Meals and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary
- •Porterage and laundry services
- •Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Day-by-Day Expedition Itinerary
Stop / Activity 1
Day 1 | Arrival in Jeddah:
Stop / Activity 2
Arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport, hotel transfer and check-in, evening tour of Historic Al Balad (UNESCO World Heritage Site), eclipse briefing, and welcome dinner.
Stop / Activity 3
Day 2 | Jeddah to Taif:
Stop / Activity 4
Jeddah city highlights (Corniche, King Fahd Fountain viewpoint, local markets), scenic drive to Taif, exploration of traditional souks, and dinner at Mallah Restaurant.
Stop / Activity 5
Day 3 | Taif to Al Baha:
Stop / Activity 6
WD journey into the Sarawat mountains to visit a coffee estate, lunch at Shada Mountain, visit to the 16th-century Thee Ain Heritage Village, and dinner at Soul Al Baha Restaurant.
Stop / Activity 7
Day 4 | Al Bahah - Solar Eclipse Day:
Stop / Activity 8
Eclipse viewing in an open natural area (First contact at 12:08 PM, Totality at ~12:13 PM for ~5 minutes, daylight returns at 2:49 PM), BBQ lunch, aftermath celebration, gentle trails/birdwatching, and dinner at Fifth Season.
Stop / Activity 9
Day 5 | Al Bahah to Abha:
Stop / Activity 10
Scenic drive through mountain passes to Abha, visit to Rijal Almaa Heritage Village, lunch at Dewaniyah, stop at the Honey Hut, exploration of Al Basta District, and dinner at Asuka Sushi Restaurant.
Stop / Activity 11
Day 6 | Wadi Lajab & Black Mountain:
Stop / Activity 12
Early morning departure to Jizan, 4WD canyon exploration of Wadi Lajab, picnic lunch in the Black Mountain, and return to Abha.
Stop / Activity 13
Day 7 | Abha to Riyadh/Jeddah:
Stop / Activity 14
Tour of Abha highlights (Al-Soudah viewpoint, Al-Muftaha Heritage Village, Art Street), domestic flight to Riyadh or Jeddah, and a local contemporary farewell dinner.
Stop / Activity 15
Day 8 | Farewell Arabia:
Stop / Activity 16
Breakfast and transfer to Riyadh or Jeddah Airport for departure flight home.
Highlights
- 7 nights' accommodation on a twin-sharing basis
- Daily breakfast
- Daily lunches and dinners as mentioned in the itinerary
- Airport transfers
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