Nostalgia
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Nostalgia

Some trips end. Nostalgia comes back — CHAPTERS’ most-requested group trip in AlUla, back for a fourth season.

Available departures
3 Days / 2 Nights
Next departure
12 Nov 2026
2,200 SAR
Per seat · 15% VAT included
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  • Primary departure: Haramain Train Station – Madinah
  • Optional pickup from AlUla Airport: SAR 299 per car

Nostalgia — CHAPTERS’ most-requested group trip in AlUla — returns for a fourth season in a row: 3 days and 2 nights from the Haramain Train Station in Madinah to sunset at Elephant Rock, via the Harrat viewpoint, the Dahaleez adventure, Hegra (or Dadan & Ikmah), the Old Town and Maraya, with a licensed guide and a CHAPTERS host throughout. Four stay options across CHAPTERS Hotel and the Palm Houses. Adults 18+.

·· From the experience

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·· Who this journey is for

Adults only; minimum age 18, and children cannot join.
Women: a shared suite at CHAPTERS Hotel — two guests per suite with a private bathroom.
Men, couples and anyone who prefers privacy: a private room at CHAPTERS Hotel, or the Palm Houses (a suite for up to 2 or a glass villa for up to 3).
Anyone who prefers a structured programme combining history, nature and hospitality across three days.

What's included

✓Transport from Madinah (Haramain Train Station) and all transfers in vehicles sized to the group
✓Water and snacks on board during the journey
✓Two nights' stay per your choice: CHAPTERS Hotel (shared suite for women or private room) or the Palm Houses (suite or glass villa)
✓Entry tickets for the sites in the programme
✓The Dahaleez adventure
✓Hegra or Dadan & Ikmah at the same price, and sunset at Elephant Rock
✓A licensed guide and a CHAPTERS host throughout the trip
✓A live-grill lunch
✓Breakfast at Pink Camel
✓The digital AlUla guide after the trip

Not included

–Day-two dinner in the Old Town, at the guest's expense
–Optional pickup from AlUla Airport · SAR 299 per car
–Printed photos · extra fee

·· Available departures

12 Nov 2026
Madinah
15 seats available2,200 SAR
26 Nov 2026
Madinah
15 seats available2,200 SAR
10 Dec 2026
Madinah
15 seats available2,200 SAR
24 Dec 2026
Madinah
15 seats available2,200 SAR
7 Jan 2027
Madinah
15 seats available2,200 SAR

·· The journey, chapter by chapter

CH.01

Haramain Train Station

Departure from Madinah.

CH.02

Harrat Viewpoint

All of AlUla from above.

CH.03

The Dahaleez adventure

Included, from the CHAPTERS adventure centre two minutes from Elephant Rock: 35–45 minutes, up to 4 guests per car.

CH.04

Hegra & the Ancient Kingdoms

Or Dadan & Ikmah, at the same price.

CH.05

The Old Town

Lanes and centuries-old mud-brick houses.

CH.06

Maraya

The world's largest mirrored building.

CH.07

Elephant Rock at sunset

The story's finale.

·· Good to know

Where is the meeting point?

The base pickup is at the Haramain train station in Madinah. An optional pickup from AlUla Airport is available at SAR 299 per vehicle.

What is the minimum for the trip to run?

8 guests, with a maximum of 15. If the minimum is not met, guests are notified 72 hours before departure with the choice of a full refund or moving to another date.

What are the accommodation options?

Four per-person options, chosen at booking: at CHAPTERS Hotel, a shared suite for women (two guests with a private bathroom) or a private room for men, couples and anyone who prefers privacy; at the Palm Houses, a suite for up to 2 or a glass villa for up to 3. A Palm House is booked once under one guest, and companions pay the shared-suite price. Each option's price is shown before payment.

Is the trip suitable for children?

No — the journey is adults only, with a minimum age of 18.

What about allergies and dietary needs?

They must be disclosed at least 72 hours before the trip. If the set menu does not suit a guest, the CHAPTERS host arranges and coordinates an alternative.

What vehicle is used?

It depends on the number of guests — a van for larger groups or a GMC for smaller ones. The booking is not tied to a specific vehicle model.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation with a refund is possible up to 10 days before the departure date; cancellation within the final 10 days is non-refundable.

What happens after the trip?

A CHAPTERS experience survey arrives within 24 hours of the trip ending. On completing it the guest receives a discount code for a future trip or experience, alongside the digital CHAPTERS AlUla Guide.

2,200 SARPer seat · 15% VAT included
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