For the sixth edition of the AlUla Tour, which will take place from January 27 to 31 in Saudi Arabia, the AlUla region is once again preparing to become the stage for an exceptional sporting and natural spectacle. Spread over five stages, the cycling race will showcase the spectacular landscapes and unique heritage of this millennia-old oasis, with a total route of 800 kilometers. This high-level event, now registered in the 2026 UCI ProSeries calendar, will lead the group through the most emblematic natural and cultural sites of AlUla, transforming the competition into a true journey through a monumental desert.

A ROUTE THROUGH THE HEART OF AN OPEN-AIR MUSEUM
In each stage, cyclists will traverse the iconic panoramas of AlUla:
- Monumental sandstone cliffs, naturally sculpted over time, forming one of the most suggestive desert landscapes of the Arabian Peninsula.
- The plateaus and rugged terrain around Hegra, Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, testify to the grandeur of the Nabataean civilization.
- Renowned for their archaeological richness, extraordinary natural beauty, and untouched tranquility, these sites represent one of AlUla's primary tourist resources.

A VARIED AND SPECTACULAR ROUTE: 5 STAGES - 800 KM
Stage 1 - Tuesday, January 27 - 158 km
AlUla Camel Cup Track - AlUla Camel Cup Track
The opening stage will start from the iconic camel racing location, offering long straightaways suitable for sprinters and revealing the vast expanses of the AlUla desert. It will also be an opportunity to discover the AlUla Film Camp Studio: immersed in one of the world's most spectacular landscapes, AlUla Studios is designed to host film and television productions of any size.

Stage 2 - Wednesday, January 28 - 152 km
AlManshiyah Railway Station - AlManshiyah Railway Station
A loop route around the former Hijaz railway station, a symbol of the region's railway heritage. The route winds around Winter Park and surrounding valleys, alternating between fast, smooth roads and gentle undulations. This stage will also offer the opportunity to discover Dadan, an important archaeological site in the region. The route will circle Hegra and pass by the new The Chedi hotel-restaurant, a former station transformed into a restaurant and museum, further strengthening the historical connection with the AlManshiyah railway station.

Stage 3 - Thursday, January 29 - 142.1 km
Winter Park - Mount Bir Jaydah Wirkah
A more challenging stage that will take riders from the outskirts of Winter Park to the slopes of Mount Bir Jaydah Wirkah, an ideal terrain for attackers, and will present the first true challenges of the Tour. The route will also follow the AlUla Oasis Heritage Trail, offering riders and spectators a glimpse of the region's lush landscapes and historical heritage.

Stage 4 - Friday, January 30 - 184 km
Winter Park - Shalal Sijlyat Rocks
The longest stage of this edition. After a calm start in the greenery of Winter Park, the group ventures onto the vast plateaus leading to the Shalal Sijlyat Rocks, a spectacular rocky massif offering one of the most stunning panoramas in the region. The route will complete a full loop of the Sharaan Nature Reserve, providing a total immersion in pristine natural landscapes, before passing again through Hegra and The Chedi. This stage will also offer cyclists and spectators the opportunity to discover Hegra, the most significant archaeological site of the Nabataean civilization, characterized particularly by monumental tombs with decorated facades dating mainly from the 1st century BC to the 1st century AD.

Stage 5 - Saturday, January 31 - 163.9 km
AlUla Old Town - View of Harrat Uwayrid Sky
A prestigious finale winding through the historic alleys of AlUla Old Town, the nearby oasis, and the volcanic heights of Harrat Uwayrid. A decisive stage where climbers will have the opportunity to showcase themselves on the slopes leading to Skyviews, an unmissable panoramic point overlooking the entire valley.