Calendar/January 2026/AlUla Tour

2.Pro Stage race · 5 stages · 800 km ★★★

AlUla Tour

5-stage race through Saudi Arabia's stunning AlUla region, featuring ancient archaeological sites and dramatic desert landscapes. Two sprint stages followed by three days in the hills, culminating with a summit finish.

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§ 02 — Stages

The route, day by day

ROAD

Tue, Jan 27

AlUla Camel Cup Track → AlUla Camel Cup Track

158km

FLAT · CROSSWIND-RISK

Opening circuit stage at the iconic Camelodrome. Sprint finish expected, but desert winds could create chaos.

ROAD

Wed, Jan 28

AlManshiyah Train Station → AlManshiyah Train Station

152km

FLAT · CROSSWIND-RISK

Second sprint opportunity on another circuit stage through the desert landscape.

ROAD

Thu, Jan 29

Winter Park → Bir Jaydah Mountain Wirkah

142.1km

HILLY

First GC test with a mountain finish at Bir Jaydah. The terrain gets serious.

Queen stage with the longest distance. Finish at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hegra.

ROAD

Sat, Jan 31

AlUla Old Town → Skyviews of Harrat Uwayrid

163.9km

HILLY · SUMMIT-FINISH

Final stage with summit finish at Skyviews of Harrat Uwayrid. Last chance to shake up the GC.

§ 03 — Startlist & Jerseys

Who to watch & what to watch for

Top Starters

J. Milan

Lidl - Trek

J. Christen

UAE Team Emirates - XRG

Jerseys

Leader's Jersey

Overall GC leader on aggregate time.

Points / Sprint

Top sprinter across finishes & intermediates.

King of the Mountains

Best climber across categorised ascents.

Best Young Rider

Top GC rider under 25 where awarded.

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§ 04 — GC Favourites

Fight for the overall

№ 01 · SPRINTER

J. Milan

Lidl - Trek

UCI #19★★★

№ 02

J. Christen

UAE Team Emirates - XRG

UCI #49★★

§ 05 — Storylines

Narratives to watch

First race of the UCI ProSeries calendar
WorldTour teams use this as early-season preparation
Desert conditions and potential crosswinds add unpredictability

§ 06 — Historical Context

Form book & lore

The AlUla Tour began in 2020 as part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 plan to develop sports tourism. The race showcases the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hegra and the stunning rock formations of AlUla.

§ 07 — Viewing Notes

When to tune in

Early-season form indicator for WorldTour teams. Watch for crosswinds on flat stages and GC action on the mountain finishes.