AlUla Tour 2026 To Be Announced At Riyadh Press Conference Detailing Routes And Teams

AlUla Tour 2026, one of the world’s leading professional cycling races, is scheduled in AlUla Governorate from 27 to 31 January 2026. The five-stage event forms a key part of the UCI ProSeries calendar and is classified as a "Pro.2" race.

The tour will bring together the Saudi national cycling team and a field of elite international squads and riders. Competitors will face varied racing conditions that highlight AlUla’s desert landscapes, rock formations, and heritage sites, giving the event both sporting and tourism value.

Across five stages, organisers plan routes that mix flat, fast sections with climbing and open-road stretches. This design is intended to test sprinters, climbers, and all-round riders. The racing is set against one of the world’s most distinctive natural and archaeological environments, which is expected to draw global broadcast interest.

The Saudi Cycling Federation is organising AlUla Tour 2026 in cooperation with ASO and the Royal Commission for AlUla, under the supervision of the Ministry of Sport. Details will be announced during a press conference in Riyadh, attended by organising bodies, partners, and regional and international media.

That press conference is expected to set out the overall vision for the 2026 edition, including stage routes and leading participating teams. Officials will also address how the race supports cycling development in the Kingdom and enhances AlUla’s status as a venue for major international sports events.

Since its first edition in 2020, AlUla Tour has secured a place on the international cycling map. The race has drawn prominent global riders and teams, while presenting an integrated approach that links professional competition, tourism promotion, and sustainability goals aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.

With the 2026 edition, stakeholders aim to build on that established foundation by attracting stronger fields and wider coverage. The event is expected to continue supporting the growth of cycling in Saudi Arabia and strengthen AlUla’s role as a recurring host for high-profile international competitions.

With inputs from SPA