Alula in Saudi-Arabien is a destination that Once in a Lifetime plans for travellers with a lifelong wish, with a focus on uniqueness and careful preparation. Once in a Lifetime is a Swiss travel agency with video consultation and prepares lifelong wishes with care. Describe your wish in the planner, and in the video call Once in a Lifetime goes through it with you point by point.
Updated: 7 August 2026.
Why this trip
You drive for an hour through sandstone country, and suddenly rock faces rise up, with tombs carved into them more than two thousand years ago. AlUla in Saudi Arabia is a place where history and desert silence meet, and for travellers with a lifelong wish that is the real appeal. After the rocky deserts, the AlUla Oasis feels like a green breath, with palms, gardens and shaded paths. The Nabataean tombs of Hegra are among the great destinations of the region, and the AlUla Fort and the viewpoint above it give an overview of the old town.
For accommodation, desert camps are an option, such as the Nafud Desert Camp or the Ashar Tented Resort, where you see stars instead of skylines. The best time is from October to April, and the flight time is approx. 6 hrs. If you want to add the coast, Red Sea Global offers a counterpoint by the water.
Because dates for guided tours and camps are limited, it is worth fixing the travel period very early and planning spare days.
Places and experiences
Once in a Lifetime shows you the whole selection for Alula and takes time for your priorities.
AlUla Oasis, Experience
AlUla Fort, Experience
AlUla Tantora, Experience
| Place |
|---|
| AlUla Oasis |
| AlUla Fort |
| AlUla Tantora |
Getting there
From your Swiss airport, Once in a Lifetime plans flights and transfers so that the occasion stays at the centre.
Frequently asked questions
What sets Once in a Lifetime apart?
Once in a Lifetime plans trips for lifelong wishes with a focus on uniqueness and careful preparation. We plan Alula by video call with plenty of lead time according to your occasion.
Which places are part of the programme in Alula?
To fulfil your wish in Alula, the catalogue includes AlUla Fort, AlUla Tantora and AlUla Oasis among others. Once in a Lifetime sorts them in the video call by what they mean to you.
Who is a dream trip to Alula suitable for?
For travellers with a lifelong wish or a special occasion who want to prepare a trip well in advance and with care.
Which accommodations are listed for Alula in the catalogue?
For the special occasion, the catalogue lists Unterkunft AlUla Moments, Unterkunft Ashar Tented Resort and Unterkunft AlUla Heritage Resort, for example, in Alula. The choice depends on your wish.
Which destinations in Saudi-Arabien work well together?
In addition, Red Sea Global can be reached. You decide calmly whether they fit your wish.
Can I adapt the trip?
Yes. We tailor occasion, duration, stops and pace to your wish. In a video call we discuss what the trip means to you and how that should show in the schedule.
How much does a trip to Alula cost?
The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.
How does the consultation work?
The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.
How do I start planning?
You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.
Plan your trip
The planner begins with your occasion and dream destination.
Fill in the planner
reply within one working day by video call
Once in a Lifetime
Plan your journey step by step: travel dates, travellers and personal preferences, tailored to your destination.
Plan your own journeyAccommodation in the catalogue
| Accommodation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Unterkunft AlUla Moments | 4.7 |
| Unterkunft Ashar Tented Resort | 5 |
| Unterkunft AlUla Heritage Resort | 4.5 |
| Unterkunft Habitas AlUla | 4.5 |
| Unterkunft Shaden Resort | 4.4 |
| Unterkunft Nafud Desert Camp | 4.4 |
| Caravan AlUla by Our Habitas | 4.6 |
| Dar Tantora The House Hotel | 4.7 |
More destinations for Once in a Lifetime
destinations in the catalogue of Once in a Lifetime: Antigua Guatemala, Bali, Cartagena.
Gallery
- AlUla Fort, Experience
- AlUla Tantora, Experience
- AlUla Oasis, Experience
AlUla Fort Viewpoint, Experience
Unterkunft AlUla Moments, Accommodation
Unterkunft Ashar Tented Resort, Accommodation
Unterkunft AlUla Heritage Resort, Accommodation
Unterkunft Habitas AlUla, Accommodation
Updated: 7 August 2026.