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In the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta - Discovery Tour

From the Oasis to the Old Town, discover the journeys taken by and the legacy
of the famous explorer Ibn Battuta.

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Price

From SAR 70 per person

Schedule

Available from 19 Dec 2024 to 28 Feb 2025

Booking

Advance booking required

Experience type

Guided (English - Arabic)

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes

Arrival time

At least 15 minutes before booking time

Age restrictions

5 years and above

Hike length

3km

Meeting location

Oasis Swing Farms - Tea Stop

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Parking

Complimentary parking available at Old Town North Parking

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Overview

Step into the shoes of the legendary explorer Ibn Battuta and embark on a journey through the Old Town and AlUla Oasis, exploring this unique space and place through the prism of the medieval world when AlUla was a thriving market town and a safe haven for pilgrims. At the end of the Tour and as an add-on, feel free to explore a separately-priced Ibn Battuta themed culinary experience at Tofareya.

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Location

Oasis Swing Farms - Tea Stop

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Ibn Battuta themed culinary experience

A specially curated lunch menu is available for SAR 290 per person at Tofareya restaurant. This experience is priced separately and is not part of the 'In the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta - Discovery Tour' ticket.

Timings

One tour per day

Tour begins 10:30 every day | Last entry: 10:15

Entrance policy

Visitors are required to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to booking time.
Children require adult supervision at all times.

Getting to the venue

Complimentary parking available at Old Town North Parking

Ticket information

Adult

SAR 70 per person

Child (5 to 12 years)

SAR 35

Child (0 to 4 years)

Free entry

Inclusions

Access to the experience
Provision of experience materials and props
Specialist Rawi (guide) to lead visitors through the experience

Experience disruptions

Please note that all experiences are subject to weather and visibility conditions

What to wear

Comfortable outdoor clothing
Closed-toe walking shoes or boots
Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

Accessibility

Wheelchair and stroller accessible

(Note: some areas may include uneven surfaces)

Refund and exchange policy

Refunds are allowed up to 3 days before the experience date or request a refund using the contact us form.
Please note that any bank credit card charges cannot be refunded.
If you’ve registered your account, you can log in and make changes to your booking.

Flavours from the past at Tofareya

Indulge in a specially curated 'Ibn Battuta' themed lunch.

Step into Tofareya for a taste of the past. Inspired by the life and travels of Ibn Battuta, a specially curated menu takes you on a culinary journey through the flavours and stories he encountered across North Africa, the Middle East, Persia, and India, with a special focus on the AlUla region. A perfect way to conclude 'In the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta - Discovery Tour'. This exceptional culinary experience is priced separately to the Tour.

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