Makkah hotel pickup and return

Makkah to Taif Ziyarat Taxi – Private Round Trip

The standard package includes private pickup from your confirmed Makkah location, transport throughout the Taif tour and return to the same hotel or another agreed Makkah drop-off.

✓ From SAR 450✓ 85–100 km each way✓ Around 1.5–2 hours each way✓ Private round trip
Route summary

Makkah to Taif Round-Trip Details

Route

Makkah hotel → Taif tour → Makkah hotel

Distance

Generally 85–100 km each way

Driving time

Commonly 1.5–2 hours each way

Pickup

Hotel, apartment or confirmed Makkah point

Tour type

Private round trip

Standard duration

Essential route: 5–6 hours

Waiting

Within confirmed package duration

Optional stops

Miqat, Al-Hada, Al-Shafa or seasonal farms

Distances and driving times are planning ranges, not guarantees. Route, traffic, weather and mountain-road conditions can change them.
Choose realistic timing

Taif Ziyarat Tour Packages

Focused day trip

Essential Taif Ziyarat

5–6 hours

Makkah pickup, Abdullah Ibn Abbas Mosque, central Taif, Addas-associated area, Al-Hada viewpoint and Makkah return.

More time and distance

Extended Taif Ziyarat

7–9 hours

Add Al-Shafa, a seasonal rose farm, heritage area, market, meal or other verified stops.

For Umrah planning

Tour with Miqat Stop

Custom duration

Confirm the Miqat applicable to the actual return road, preparation time, waiting and final Makkah drop-off.

Verified site fares

Makkah to Taif Taxi Prices and Vehicles

These round-trip starting fares match the site’s pricing page.

VehicleCapacityStandard round tripExtended package
Camry / SonataUp to 4From SAR 450Confirm fare
GMC Yukon XLConfirm modelFrom SAR 700Confirm fare
Hyundai Staria / H1Up to 7From SAR 600Confirm fare
Toyota CoasterConfirm group capacityFrom SAR 1000Confirm fare
Toyota HiAceUp to 11From SAR 700Confirm fare
Standard-date fares are per private vehicle. Confirm passenger and luggage fit, seasonal rates, included duration and overtime in writing.
Fare clarity

What Is Included in the Quotation?

Standard round trip

  • Pickup from one confirmed Makkah location
  • Return to the same hotel or agreed Makkah point
  • Private vehicle, driver and fuel
  • Confirmed essential itinerary
  • Waiting within the booked duration

Confirm separately

  • Parking, tolls and attraction tickets
  • Cable-car, farm or museum entry
  • Meals and shopping
  • Miqat preparation and waiting
  • Al-Shafa and extra destinations
  • Overtime and peak-season surcharge
Historical itinerary

Essential Taif Ziyarat Route

1

Makkah hotel pickup

Meet at one accessible hotel, apartment or confirmed location.

2

Abdullah Ibn Abbas Mosque

A measured visit to the historic mosque associated with Abdullah ibn Abbas.

3

Central Taif historical area

Explore selected accessible historical locations without overstating religious claims.

4

Addas-associated location

A place traditionally associated with the Prophet’s journey to Taif and encounter with Addas.

5

Al-Hada viewpoint

An optional scenic and cultural stop, subject to the route and weather.

6

Makkah hotel return

Return to the same hotel or another agreed Makkah point.

For deeper background, read our complete guide to Taif Ziyarat places.

Build your itinerary

Popular Historical, Cultural and Scenic Places in Taif

These locations can be requested when time, road access and opening arrangements permit. Not every place is included in the standard package.

Historical

Abdullah Ibn Abbas Mosque

A prominent Taif mosque associated with the companion Abdullah ibn Abbas. Visit respectfully and follow current access arrangements.

Historical tradition

Addas-Associated Area

A location traditionally connected with the Prophet’s journey to Taif and his encounter with Addas. Confirm the intended location before travel.

Cultural

Central Taif and Al-Balad

The older city area offers traditional streets, local shops and a view of Taif’s urban heritage.

Heritage

Shubra Palace

A notable historic building recognized for its distinctive architecture. Entry and opening hours should be checked before the tour.

Scenic

Al-Hada Mountains

A cooler mountain area with winding roads and viewpoints between Makkah and Taif. Weather and traffic affect stopping.

Scenic

Al-Shafa Highlands

A highland area known for mountain scenery and cooler conditions. It adds distance and normally suits an extended tour.

Seasonal

Taif Rose Farms

Rose-growing locations may welcome visitors during the harvest season. Availability depends on the farm and travel date.

Cultural

Souq Okaz Area

A cultural destination associated with Arabic literary and market heritage. Events and visitor access are seasonal.

Family stop

Al-Rudaf Park

A landscaped public recreation area that may suit families when time and current opening conditions allow.

Custom-stop policy: send your preferred places before booking. We will check whether they fit the essential or extended duration and confirm any additional distance, waiting, ticket or parking cost.

Optional Scenic and Cultural Stops

Al-Hada, Al-Shafa, local markets, heritage areas and rose farms are tourism or cultural additions—not automatically sacred Ziyarat sites. Rose-farm availability depends on harvest season and individual opening arrangements.

Families and Elderly Passengers

Ask for shorter walks, accessible stops and suitable breaks. Share wheelchair dimensions, stroller count and boarding needs. Mountain roads and longer total travel make realistic pacing important.

Miqat Stop and Driver Role

Do not assume As-Sayl Al-Kabir applies to every journey. The physical Miqat stop depends on the actual return road, including whether the driver travels through Al-Hada/Wadi Muharram or another route. Confirm the stop, preparation time, waiting and destination in writing.

Drivers provide private transport and are familiar with common Taif routes. They do not provide religious rulings or qualified historical narration. Follow qualified religious guidance for Ihram and Miqat requirements.

Four steps

How to Book Your Taif Round Trip

Step 1

Send details

Makkah pickup, date, time, passengers and mobility needs.

Step 2

Choose package

Essential, extended or Miqat-stop itinerary.

Step 3

Confirm everything

Route, return, waiting, tickets, overtime and total fare.

Step 4

Meet your driver

Keep the pickup point and driver contact ready.

Booking answers

Taif Ziyarat Taxi FAQs

How much is a Taif Ziyarat taxi from Makkah?

A private Camry or Sonata round trip starts from SAR 450 on standard dates. The final fare depends on the vehicle, route, duration, waiting and travel date.

Is the fare one-way or round trip?

The prices shown on this page are for the standard private Makkah hotel to Taif Ziyarat and Makkah return package. One-way transfers require a separate quotation.

How far is Taif from Makkah?

The route is generally around 85 to 100 kilometres each way, depending on the selected road, hotel and stops.

How long does the complete tour take?

Plan approximately 5 to 6 hours for an essential route and 7 to 9 hours for an extended route. Traffic, road conditions and stop length affect the total.

Which Taif Ziyarat places are included?

The essential itinerary can include Abdullah Ibn Abbas Mosque, central Taif, a location traditionally associated with Addas and an Al-Hada viewpoint, subject to access and confirmation.

Is hotel pickup and return included?

Yes. The standard round-trip package includes pickup from one confirmed Makkah location and return to the same hotel or another agreed Makkah drop-off.

Can we add Al-Hada or Al-Shafa?

Yes, subject to the selected route and time. Al-Hada and Al-Shafa are optional scenic and cultural stops rather than religious Ziyarat sites.

Can we visit a rose farm?

A rose farm can be requested as a seasonal addition. Availability depends on harvesting season and each farm’s opening arrangements.

Is a Miqat stop included?

A Miqat stop is included only when written in the confirmed itinerary. Allow time for preparation and waiting and confirm the final Makkah or Haram drop-off.

Which Miqat is used on the return route?

The physical Miqat stop depends on the actual return road, such as the Al-Hada or another route. We do not automatically promise one location; confirm the route before departure.

Does the driver wait at every stop?

The driver waits during the stops and within the duration confirmed in the booking. Additional waiting may be charged at the stated overtime rate.

Are attraction tickets included?

No, unless the quotation explicitly says otherwise. Cable-car, museum, farm, parking, meals and other attraction costs should be confirmed separately.

Is the service suitable for elderly passengers?

Yes. Request shorter walking, accessible stops and suitable boarding. Share wheelchair dimensions and mobility requirements before choosing a vehicle.

What happens if the tour exceeds the included time?

Extra time is subject to driver availability and the overtime rate agreed before travel. Request changes before the included duration ends.

Does the driver provide religious or historical guidance?

No. Drivers provide private transportation and know common Taif routes, but do not provide religious rulings or qualified historical narration.

Request Your Makkah–Taif Round-Trip Plan

Send the pickup, available time, passengers, vehicle, historical sites, scenic additions and Miqat requirement.

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