Jeddah: Al-Balad Guided Walking Tour with Tea & Music
ID: GYG1234470-1893524
Category:
Country: Saudi Arabia
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al-Balad on a guided walking tour in Jeddah. Learn about the history of the old merchant houses and hidden alleys, and enjoy a live music performance.
Meet your licensed local guide in Jeddah and set off on a walking tour of Al-Balad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the old merchant houses, rawasheen (wooden balconies), hidden alleys, traditional markets, and the Red Sea trade routes that shaped the city.
Enjoy a relaxed, well-paced walk with great photo spots, cultural insights, and optional stops for authentic Hijazi street food and local drinks. At the end of the tour, sip on a cup of tea in one of the coolest spots while enjoying a live traditional music performance on the lute, played by your guide.
Highlights
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al-Balad with a local guide
- Learn about the history of the old merchant houses and hidden alleys
- Discover the Red Sea trade routes that shaped the city of Jeddah
- Enjoy optional stops for authentic Hijazi street food and local drinks
- Sip tea and enjoy a live traditional music performance on the lute
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring a camera for photo opportunities
Optional stops for food and drinks are not included in the price
INCLUDED
- Licensed local tour guide
- Guided tour of Historic Jeddah (Al-Balad)
- Cultural insights
- Photo opportunities
- Optional stops for Hijazi street food and local drinks
- Live traditional music performance on the lute
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
- Meals and drinks unless specified
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
