🇸🇦 General Travel Guide to Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has become one of the fastest-growing tourism destinations in recent years, thanks to its holy cities, modern urban lifestyle, desert adventures, and historical regions.
Visitors arriving for Umrah, cultural tours, business trips, or nature exploration can easily review accommodation, transportation, safety, visa requirements, and tour options through this guide.

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🌆 Most Popular Cities in Saudi Arabia

1) Mecca (Makkah)

• Kaaba visit

• Hajj & Umrah rituals

• Masjid al-Haram and surroundings

• Hajj areas: Mina, Arafat, Muzdalifah

2) Medina

• Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque)

• Mount Uhud

• Quba Mosque

• Islamic history tours

3) Riyadh

• Kingdom Centre Tower

• Edge of the World nature trail

• Al Masmak Fortress

• Modern business & shopping atmosphere

4) Jeddah

• Red Sea coastline

• Historic Al-Balad

• Jeddah Corniche & beach clubs

• Diving and water sports

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🎒 Tours & Activities in Saudi Arabia

📍 Umrah & Religious Tours

Programs focused on visiting the holy sites in Mecca and Medina.

📍 Riyadh Desert Safari & Edge of the World Tour

4x4 desert routes, sunset views, photography spots, and dune safari.

📍 Red Sea — Diving & Boat Trips

Diving, snorkeling, swimming and boat experiences in crystal-clear waters.

📍 Historical & UNESCO Sites

Nabataean archaeological sites, rock formations, and protected heritage regions.

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🏨 Accommodation in Saudi Arabia

Hotel prices vary by region.
In Mecca and Medina the prices rise during religious seasons, while Jeddah and Riyadh offer more stable year-round options.
A wide range of choices exists from budget hotels to luxury 5-star properties.

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🛂 Visa Information

Turkish citizens are eligible for the electronic visa (e-Visa) system.
It can be used for tourism, family visits, transit and Umrah.
The application is processed online and typically completed quickly.

👉 Click here to apply for your visa.

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⚠️ Important Things to Know

• Laws are strict, especially regarding public behavior

• Dress codes vary by region for men and women

• Holy areas are accessible only to Muslim visitors

• Photography may require permission in some locations

• Alcohol is prohibited

• Extreme heat is common between May and October

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