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VI · Getting here

Arrive at dusk. We insist, gently.

A short domestic flight, then fifty minutes through the valley, the last eight on sand. We arrange everything from the aircraft door to the first cup of coffee.

A single vehicle driving along a sand track between sandstone towers at golden dusk
Transfers from and to the regional airport included

i The way

From the city to the valley.

Map not to scale: flights from Riyadh and Jeddah to the regional airport, then a road through the valley to Ghasaq Riyadh · 1 h 50 Jeddah · 1 h 30 Regional airport 50 min Ghasaq
Map not to scale. Times are approximate.
  1. By air

    To the regional airport

    Domestic flights several times a day from Riyadh and Jeddah, and from other cities with a connection. Our team sends you the best flights to land an hour before sunset. Private flights are available on request.

  2. By road

    Our driver at arrivals

    Our driver meets you by name, takes the bags and hands you cold water and dates. Fifty minutes through the valley, the last eight on sand, in a car built for it.

  3. Self-drive

    If you would rather drive

    We send you the meeting point where the sand track begins and meet you there. We do not recommend driving on sand without experience, or after dark.

  4. Arrival

    Coffee, dates and the last of the light

    There is no reception desk. Your host welcomes you at your villa, and all the check-in details are done while you sit, coffee in hand.

ii When to come

The best months: October to April.

Warm days, cool nights and clear skies. In summer we stay open at lower rates, but life moves to early morning and evening.

Taller: more comfortable by day and nightA rough guide from our experience, not climate data

In your bag

Light by day, warm by night.

  • Loose clothesLong-sleeved, linen or cotton
  • A warm layerNights are cold November to March
  • Closed shoesFor heritage walks and the mesa
  • Sunscreen and sunglassesThe sun is strong even in winter
  • One good bookThe rest is in your villa library
  • Nothing elseWe have cloaks, hats and red torches

iii Questions

Good questions, plain answers.

Not here? Write to us at

hello@ghasaq.example

Before you come

How many nights do you suggest?
Three at least. The first night is for arriving and settling, the second for the valley, the third for the sky. Many of our guests stay five.
What does the rate include?
Your villa, breakfast, dinner, a daily heritage walk, transfers from and to the regional airport, and coffee and dates at any hour. Private sessions, wellness and farm visits are added on request.
Can I change or cancel a booking?
Change and cancellation terms are sent in writing with every confirmation and vary by season. Our reservations team will answer any question before you confirm.

At Ghasaq

Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, in every villa, fast enough for messages and video calls. There are no televisions unless you ask, and we suggest trying one day without your phone.
What about prayer?
Every villa has a prayer mat and the qibla direction marked, and prayer times are sent with your daily plan. There is also a small open musalla near the well.
Is it very hot?
From October to April the days are warm and the nights cool. From May to September midday is very hot, so walks move to early morning and evening, and the earth walls keep the villas cool.

Families and access

Do you welcome children?
Gladly, at Jurf and Suha. We provide cots, pool fences and shorter versions of the walks. The Ramla suite is designed for two adults.
Are the villas accessible for wheelchair users?
The ground floors at Jurf and Ramla are step-free, and the bathrooms have grab rails. The Suha roof is reached by stairs. Tell us what you need and we will plan the walks and the vehicle around it.