Taif Ziyarat Taxi from Makkah — from 450 SR
Private 24/7 Ziyarat tour taxi to Taif — visit the sacred mosques of the Prophetic era, the home of Halima Sa'diyah (RA), and Taif's famous mountain sights with a dedicated driver
Discover the sacred and historic sights of Taif with our private Taif Ziyarat taxi from Makkah. Taif lies approximately 90 km / ~2 hours from Makkah over the Al Hada mountain road, making it a perfect one-day ziyarat trip. We offer two tour tiers to suit your schedule: a 5-hour Half-Day Ziyarat tour from 450 SR (religious sites only) or an 8–9 hour Full-Day tour from 800 SR (religious sites plus Taif’s daytime tourist stops). All-inclusive fixed round-trip pricing with door-to-door hotel pickup in Makkah, a dedicated driver, and zero advance deposit. Book via WhatsApp or our Ziyarat booking form.
Taif Ziyarat Taxi Fares (2026) — Round Trip
All fares are per vehicle for the complete round trip from your Makkah hotel. One fixed price per tier — select your tier when booking; the fare never changes on the day.
Half-Day 5-Hour Ziyarat Tour (Religious Sites)
| Vehicle | Capacity | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Toyota Camry) | 4 passengers — 3 bags | 450 SR |
| Hyundai Staria | 7 passengers — 8 bags | 550 SR |
| Toyota Hiace | 11 passengers — 14 bags | 700 SR |
| GMC Yukon XL | 7 passengers — 8 bags | 900 SR |
| GMC XL Premium SUV | 7 passengers — 8 bags | 1,000 SR |
| Toyota Coaster | 16 passengers — 21 bags | 1,000 SR |
Full-Day 8–9 Hour Tour (Religious + Daytime Tourist Stops)
| Vehicle | Capacity | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Toyota Camry) | 4 passengers — 3 bags | 800 SR |
| Hyundai Staria | 7 passengers — 8 bags | 1,000 SR |
| Toyota Hiace | 11 passengers — 14 bags | 1,300 SR |
| GMC Yukon XL | 7 passengers — 8 bags | 1,700 SR |
| GMC XL Premium SUV | 7 passengers — 8 bags | 1,800 SR |
| Toyota Coaster | 16 passengers — 21 bags | 1,900 SR |
Prices may vary during peak season and Ramadan. Contact us for current availability. Zero advance deposit — pay the fixed fare to your driver after the tour.
Our Vehicle Options for Ziyarat Tours
Sedan — up to 4 pax — from 450 SR
Staria — up to 7 pax — from 550 SR
Hiace — up to 11 pax — from 700 SR
GMC — up to 7 pax — from 900 SR
GMC XL — up to 7 pax — from 1,000 SR
Coaster — up to 16 pax — from 1,000 SR
Sacred Places We Visit in Taif
Our Taif taxis cover two types of destinations — religious ziyarat sites and daytime tourist stops. Choose your tier below.
Half-Day 5-Hour Tour (Religious Sites)
- Masjid Addas (Grapes Garden) — The mosque built at the vineyard where the Prophet (PBUH) rested during his visit to Taif and received grapes from the young Christian slave ‘Addas, who became a Muslim there. A deeply moving stop on the Prophet’s (PBUH) journey.
- Masjid Al-Kou (Masjid Aqaba) — The mosque near the mountain height (Kou) where the Prophet (PBUH) prayed and stopped after leaving Taif. Also known as Masjid Aqaba, it marks one of the most significant resting places of the Prophet (PBUH) in the Taif region.
- Masjid Abdullah ibn Abbas — The mosque named for Abdullah ibn Abbas (RA), the cousin of the Prophet (PBUH) and one of the greatest scholars of the early Muslims, associated with his time in Taif.
- Al-Madhoun / Qantara (Masjid Ali) — The site where Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA), the fourth Caliph, is reported to have stayed and prayed during the journey back to Makkah. Also known as the Qantara (bridge/arch) site.
- Miqat Qarn al-Manazil — One of the five fixed Miqats of Hajj and Umrah, where pilgrims from Najd enter ihram. Located on the Makkah side of the road, it is a natural final stop before returning to Makkah.
Full-Day 8–9 Hour Tour (All Religious Sites + Bani Saad + Daytime Tourist Stops)
The Full-Day tour covers every religious site above plus the Bani Saad cluster — the valley around a 1-hour drive south of Taif where the Prophet (PBUH) spent his early childhood with his foster mother Halima Sa’diyah (RA), and where many of Taif’s most important religious landmarks are located:
- House of Halima Sa’diyah (RA) — The home of the Prophet’s (PBUH) foster mother in the Valley of Bani Saad, where the Prophet (PBUH) lived as a child. One of the most treasured religious sites in the Taif region.
- Jabal Bani Saad & Shaqq al-Sadr (Shaqq ul-Qamar) Place — The mountain and the historic site associated with the events of the Prophet’s (PBUH) childhood among Bani Saad.
- Mosque of Prophet Muhammad in Bani Saad — The mosque in the Bani Saad valley connected with the Prophet’s (PBUH) time in the Tihama highlands.
- Shuhada Graveyard (Bani Saad) — The cemetery in the Bani Saad area honoured as a place of prayer and remembrance for the community.
Plus Taif’s best daytime tourist stops: Taif Cable Car & Al-Kar Village, Shubra Palace (Al-Sharif Museum), Rudaf Park & Rose Factory, Saiysad Dam & National Park, the Fruit Market, and the Al Hada viewpoints.
Taif Ziyarat Tour Duration & Route
Drive Model (Google Maps):
- Makkah → Taif: ~90 km / ~2 hours each way via the Al Hada mountain road — see our Makkah to Taif taxi route for intercity point-to-point pricing
- En-route: Al-Kar Village & Al Hada viewpoints (Full-Day) — ~60 minutes
- Religious core circuit (Addas → Al-Kou → Abdullah ibn Abbas → Al-Madhoun): ~25–30 min drive + 90 minutes on-site
- Bani Saad cluster (Full-Day): ~1 hour drive south of Taif (~72 km) + 45–60 minutes on-site
- Fruit Market + lunch (Full-Day): ~60 minutes
- Shubra Palace & Rudaf Park (Full-Day): ~90 minutes
- Miqat Qarn al-Manazil (on the return road): ~15 minutes
- Return to Makkah: ~2 hours
| Tour Tier | Round Trip | Total Duration | Best Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Day 5h (Religious) | ~180 km | ~5 hours | 07:00–08:00 |
| Full-Day 8–9h (Religious + Tourist) | ~360 km (incl. Bani Saad loop) | ~8–9 hours | 07:00 sharp (morning only) |
Maximum 9-hour window: the Full-Day tour is designed to be back in Makkah within 9 hours. The Bani Saad loop (roughly 1 hour each way) is the single largest block of road time, so on Bani Saad days the driver trims the shortest optional stops (fruit market / Saiysad) to keep you on schedule — never the religious sites.
What’s Included
- Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in Makkah
- Dedicated driver for the entire tour
- Fixed round-trip fare per vehicle (not per person)
- Air-conditioned private vehicle (Sedan, Staria, Hiace, GMC, or Coaster)
- Free wait time at every site
- Al Hada mountain-road viewpoints en route
- Bottled water
- No advance deposit — pay on return
Taif Ziyarat Tips
- Documents: Carry your original passport or Iqama — these are checked at the highway security checkposts on the Makkah–Taif road. Keep a copy of your visa or Iqama details with you.
- Best season: October through March offers the mildest weather. Taif is cooler than Makkah year-round, but midday sun on the mountain road is strong — an early start is recommended.
- Best time of day: Depart between 07:00–08:00. The Full-Day tour must start in the morning to stay within the 9-hour window.
- Dress: Modest Islamic attire. Comfortable shoes for the heritage sites and park walking.
- Religious framing: Taif Ziyarat covers recommended (mustahab) historic Islamic sites — it is NOT a compulsory rite of Umrah or Hajj.
- Photography: Permitted at most religious and tourist sites. Please be respectful inside mosques and at the Shuhada graveyard.
- Food: A lunch stop at the Taif fruit market is included in the Full-Day tour; a light meal can be arranged on the Half-Day tour.
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Why Book a Taif Ziyarat Tour With Us?
- Private vehicle — Exclusively for you and your family, no sharing with strangers
- Fixed pricing — What you agree is what you pay, zero surge
- Two clear tiers — Half-Day 5h (religious) or Full-Day 8–9h (religious + tourist), fixed round-trip price
- Bani Saad included on Full-Day — Halima Sa’diyah’s home and the Prophet’s (PBUH) childhood valley, rarely included by other providers
- Daytime-only tourist stops — honest schedule, no night shows on a day tour
- No advance deposit — Pay cash after your tour is complete
- 24/7 availability — Book any time, day or night
- Dedicated driver — Knowledgeable about all Taif sacred sites and prayer times
- Clean air-conditioned vehicles — Sedan, Staria, Hiace, GMC, Coaster
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Taif from Makkah and how long is the trip?
Taif is approximately 90 km / ~2 hours from Makkah each way over the Al Hada mountain road. The Half-Day tour is about 5 hours in total; the Full-Day tour runs 8–9 hours with the full religious and tourist itinerary (the Bani Saad loop adds roughly 1 hour of driving each way).
What is the best time to leave for the Taif Ziyarat?
Depart between 07:00–08:00. The Half-Day tour can start at either time; the Full-Day 8–9h tour must start in the morning (07:00) to stay within its 9-hour window.
How much does a Taif Ziyarat taxi cost?
The Half-Day 5-hour religious tour starts from 450 SR (Sedan). The Full-Day 8–9 hour tour starts from 800 SR (Sedan). One fixed round-trip fare per vehicle per tier. See full pricing tables above.
Which Taif ziyarat sites will we visit?
The Half-Day 5h covers: Masjid Addas, Masjid Al-Kou (Aqaba), Masjid Abdullah ibn Abbas, Al-Madhoun/Qantara, and Miqat Qarn al-Manazil. The Full-Day 8–9h adds the entire Bani Saad cluster — the House of Halima Sa’diyah, Shaqq al-Sadr place, the Prophet’s Mosque in Bani Saad, and the Shuhada graveyard — plus Taif’s daytime tourist stops.
Are Iqama/visa copies compulsory for the trip?
Yes. You must carry your original passport or Iqama (national ID for residents) — these are checked at the highway security checkposts on the Makkah–Taif road. Keep a copy of your visa or Iqama details with you.
How much waiting time is included?
The Half-Day tour includes ~90 minutes on-site at the religious sites. The Full-Day tour includes ~3.5–4 hours on-site across religious sites, Bani Saad, and the tourist stops. Your driver waits at every stop — there is no rush.
What is the difference between the Half-Day and Full-Day tour?
The Half-Day 5h visits the religious ziyarat sites only. The Full-Day 8–9h adds the Bani Saad cluster (Halima Sa’diyah’s house and the Prophet’s childhood valley) and Taif’s daytime tourist stops — cable car & Al-Kar Village, Shubra Palace, Rudaf Park & rose factory, Saiysad Dam, and the fruit market.
What is the best time of year to visit Taif?
October through March offers the most comfortable temperatures. Taif’s highland climate is milder than Makkah, which makes it a popular summer escape — but the Al Hada mountain road is still best driven in the morning.
Is Taif ziyarat required for Umrah?
No. Visiting Taif is a recommended (mustahab) ziyarat to historic Islamic sites, including the Prophet’s (PBUH) childhood valley of Bani Saad — but it is not a compulsory rite of Umrah or Hajj. It is a separate one-day round trip from Makkah.
Is the tour private — can we stop for prayer or refreshments en route?
Yes. The tour is entirely private — your vehicle, your schedule. Prayer stops and refreshment breaks on the Al Hada road are always possible.
Do we need passports or Iqama for the trip?
Yes — original passport or Iqama must be carried at all times. Highway security checkposts between Makkah and Taif require identification for all passengers.
Can we add extras or change the tier on the day?
Yes. The two tiers are your starting point. You can decide between Half-Day and Full-Day on the day — the fixed fare for the tier you take applies. Optional paid add-ons (Al-Kar Village toboggan/zipline/water park) can be arranged when booking.
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Ready to Book Your Taif Ziyarat Tour?
Contact us now to book your private Taif Ziyarat taxi from Makkah. Fixed round-trip pricing, no deposit, pay after your tour. Choose the Half-Day 5h religious tour or the Full-Day 8–9h tour with Bani Saad and Taif’s daytime sights — the sacred sites of Taif await.