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Makkah, location of Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr
Ziyarat · Makkah

Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr: Ziyarat by Private Car

Jabal Thawr, south of Makkah, holds the cave where the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr sheltered during the Hijrah to Madinah. It is about 8 km from the Haram in Makkah, and a private car with a waiting driver costs from SAR 240.

Distance
8 km
Allow
3 h
From
SAR 240

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Visiting Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr

جبل ثور وغار ثور

Distance
8 km
Allow
3 h
Best time
Early morning

Tips from our drivers

  • The climb is longer and harder than Jabal al-Nour.
  • Carry water and wear proper shoes.
  • Most families view the mountain from the base and continue the tour.

Ways to book this visit

Return taxi with waiting, economy sedanSAR 240
Hourly chauffeur, 4 hours, add nearby sitesSAR 320
Family van, 4 hours, up to 11 peopleSAR 600

Prices per vehicle in SAR, fixed before the trip. Pickup from any hotel in Makkah.

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Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr: FAQ

How far is Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr from the Haram in Makkah?

Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr is about 8 km by road from the Haram in Makkah. Most visitors allow 3 h at the site.

How much is a taxi to Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr?

A private car with the driver waiting costs from SAR 240. For a longer tour that adds Mina and Masjid Aisha (Al-Tan'eem), book an hourly chauffeur from SAR 80 per hour, 3-hour minimum.

When is the best time to visit Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr?

Early morning. The climb is longer and harder than Jabal al-Nour.

Can elderly family members visit Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr?

Yes. We drop as close as vehicles are allowed and offer wheelchair-accessible vans. Tell us when you book so we send the right vehicle.

Book your visit to Jabal Thawr and the Cave of Thawr

From SAR 240 per car, driver waits at the site.