Saudi Arabia Tourist Guide for Pakistanis 2026 — Beyond Umrah
Saudi Arabia opened to tourism in 2019 and the Saudi Tourist eVisa is now available for Pakistanis. Most Pakistani visitors only see Makkah and Madinah for Umrah — but Saudi has stunning tourist destinations: the Nabataean tombs of AlUla (Saudi's Petra), the modern capital Riyadh, the historic Red Sea port of Jeddah, and the cool Asir Mountains in Abha. This guide covers Saudi beyond Umrah. WhatsApp us for Saudi tourism.
Saudi Tourist eVisa
1-year multiple entry, 90 days per stay. 480 SAR (35,000 PKR). Includes mandatory health insurance. Can be used for Umrah outside Ramadan. See our complete Saudi eVisa guide.
Saudi Tourist Destinations
- AlUla: Saudi's answer to Petra. Nabataean tombs of Hegra (Madain Saleh), Elephant Rock, old town. 3 hours from Madinah.
- Riyadh: Kingdom Centre Tower, Diriyah (UNESCO heritage), Boulevard Riyadh City, National Museum.
- Jeddah: Al Balad old town (UNESCO), Corniche, Red Sea beaches, floating mosque.
- Abha (Asir Mountains): Coolest summer destination in Saudi. Green mountains, cable car, traditional architecture. June-September.
- NEOM: Mega-development in the northwest. Limited access but growing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I do tourism on the Saudi eVisa?
A: Yes — the eVisa allows tourism, Umrah (outside Ramadan), and business visits. 1-year multiple entry.
Q: Is AlUla worth visiting?
A: Yes — Hegra (Madain Saleh) has 131 Nabataean tombs, as impressive as Petra but with almost no crowds.