Umrah group tour Madinah and Makkah

Your spiritual journey to Medina and Mecca

Umrah group tour

Introduction Umrah group tour Mecca and Medina

Discover the spiritual splendor of Saudi Arabia on an unforgettable Umrah group tour from Djedda to Medina and Mecca. In Medina Al Munawara, you will participate in Ziyarat as well as join a traditional Saudi family for dinner which will give you a unique perspective on daily life. By train, you will travel from Medina to Mecca in just over 2 hours. In Mecca, complete the Umrah in the magnificent Masjid al-Haram as well as explore other holy sites. This trip offers a profound experience of spirituality and culture. A private transfer will take you back to Djedda from where you will fly back to your country of origin feeling fulfilled.

What makes this Umrah group tour unique?

Ziyarat in Medina with a visit to the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi
Umrah in Makkah with a visit to the Masjid al-Haram
Stay in quality and excellently located hotels
Comprehensive pre-departure information afternoon

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Day 1 | The long-awaited journey has arrived

Upon arrival in Medina, you will be warmly welcomed at the airport and escorted to a private transfer that will take you to the hotel. The rest of the day is dedicated to a gentle landing in the holy city of Medina. In the evening, you will gather as a group to get acquainted over a delicious dinner and prepare for the enriching journey that is about to begin.

Day 2 | Ziyarat - Al-Masjid an-Nabawi and Masjid al-Ghamama

You will have plenty of time to start the day quietly with a full breakfast. The rest of the morning and afternoon can be spent as you wish.

Welcome to Medina (Taibah al Taibah), the first capital of Islam and the cradle of Muslim civilization, where you will be greeted with warmth and hospitality. Medina has a rich Islamic heritage as one of the most important places of revelation to the Holy Prophet, and houses his blessed tomb (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). Known in ancient times as Yathrib, Medina was important because of its strategic location along the pilgrimage and trade routes.

At 8 p.m., when the sun has set and it is a bit more pleasant, a professional guide will take you on a 2-hour excursion and let you experience part of Ziyarat. You will visit the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi and Masjid al-Ghamama. They are located in the same square, within walking distance from the hotel. This is where the Prophet is buried.

The entrance for women is also nearby, but access to the Rawdah is limited to specific times for female visitors. To enter the Rawdah, you will need the Nusuk QR code.

Day 3 | Ziyarat - Uhud mountain, Quba mosque, 7 mosques, Jannat al-Baqi, historic Medina and the souq

Today is dedicated to the extensive Ziyarat where you will visit the holy sites listed below:

Uhud Mountain

One of the main attractions of Medina. It is "a mountain that loves us and we love it." At its foot lies the battlefield of Uhud, and in its soil rest the martyrs.

Visit and prayer at the Quba mosque

Located in Quba Square, the mosque is considered one of the most important holy sites in Medina. The mosque stands out for its unique central location surrounded by historic neighborhoods and is characterized by an architectural style rich in cultural heritage. It is the first mosque ever built in the history of Islam. It is one of the largest mosques in Medina, surpassed only by the Mosque of the Prophet. After his migration from Mecca to Medina, the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) built this mosque.

7 Mosques

The 7 Mosques is a complex of mosques often visited by pilgrims during the Hajj season because of their history associated with the Prophet's biography.

These 7 mosques are associated with Ghazwat al-Khandaq (the Battle of the Trench), also known as Ghazwat al-Ahzab (the Battle of the Allies), and they are located on the west side of Sala'-Mountain, near part of the trench that the Muslims dug during the Prophet's time to defend Medina when the armies of Quraysh and tribes allied to it marched there in 5 A.H. The Muslims who defended Medina were stationed in these mosques and each mosque was named after the person who was stationed there, except the Al-Fath mosque. From north to south are the following mosques: Al-Fath Mosque, Salman Al-Farsi Mosque, Abu Bakr As-Siddiq Mosque, Omar bin Khattab Mosque, Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque and Fatimah Az-Zahra Mosque.

Jannat al-Baqi

Jannat al-Baqi is a cemetery located next to the Prophet's mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi), the largest mosque in Medina. Many of Muhammad's relatives and companions are buried in this cemetery.

Historic Medina & the souq

Finally, you will do the historical part of Medina as well as the souq.

Day 4 | Free day and dinner with a local family

The morning and afternoon can be filled as you wish. The highlights below are worth a visit:

Ghars source

Built in the pre-Islamic era, this archaeological well is known for its connection to the life of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). The main feature of the spring is its beautiful architectural style.

Masjid Banu Unaif

A mosque built of basalt stone built by Banu Unaif, where the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) prayed when he visited his companion Talha bin Al Baraa (may Allah be pleased with him).

As Safiyyah Museum & Park

The new As Safiyyah Museum and Park is located at the front of the blessed Al-Masjid an-Nabawi. The As Safiyyah Museum and Park covers an area of 4,400 square meters and is divided into several sections, including: a museum showing the Story of Creation, a public garden, waterways, as well as stores and restaurants. Admission is free and a visit takes about 45 minutes.

At 6 p.m., join a Saudi family who will give you a comprehensive introduction to hafawah, also known as Arabic hospitality. Your taste buds will be in for a treat. You will be returned to the hotel at 9:00 p.m. for a well-deserved night's sleep.

Day 5 | Train trip to Mecca and Umrah

The morning can be filled as you wish.

In the early afternoon, you will travel by high-speed train from Medina to Mecca in just over 2 hours. Along the way, you will see the majestic clock tower looming, as well as the bustling center where the Haram is located. The clock towers 600 meters above the city of Mecca, can be seen from a distance of 25 kilometers and is the second tallest building in the Middle East after the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. From Mecca's train station, you will be transferred to the hotel to freshen up and get ready for Umrah.

"Labbayka Allahumma umrah" translates to Dutch as "Here I am, O Allah, for the umrah." A phrase that all Muslims from all over the world have always wished to say. The Prophet, may peace and prayers be with him, performed the umrah four times in his life and the hajj once. During the umrah, you perform the Tawaf in which you perform seven circumambulations around the Kaaba. Each circumambulation begins and ends in front of the Black Stone. The guest of Rahman holds the Kaaba on his left side during the Tawaf.

Sa'y consists of seven runs between Safa and Marwa. You start at Safa and proceed to Marwa. You complete one round when you reach Marwa. The second round is completed when you return to Safa, and so on, until the seventh round ends at Marwa. It is Sunnah for men, rather than women, to walk quickly between the two green pillars, and neither cleansing nor continuity is required for the Sa'y. If you have performed Sa'y with Tawaf Al-Qudoum (arrival circumambulation), there is no need to repeat it.

Day 6 | Free morning and Umrah

The morning and afternoon can be filled as you wish. The following highlights are worth visiting: Hira Cultural District (The Revelation Gallery, Museum of the Holy Quran, Saudi Coffee Museum, Cultural Library and Hira Garden). Jebel Al Nour and the Masjid Aisha (Taneem Mosque) are also worth visiting.

In the afternoon you will once again perform the Umrah with a guide.

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Day 7 | Goodbye Mecca

Unfortunately, it is time to say goodbye to the holy city of Mecca. A private transfer will take you from the hotel to the Djedda airport from where you will fly home.

Haven't seen enough of Saudi Arabia yet? You can choose to extend your Umrah trip with a visit to AlUla, Riyadh or Jeddah. Take here contact us for the possibilities.

Included:

Travel program as described including train ride and private transfers
Tour guidance by the best (local) guides in Saudi Arabia
Stay in nice and conveniently located hotels
Breakfast 6x - Dinner 1x
Entrance fees when applicable
Visa to Saudi Arabia (€100)
Travel documents
Very comprehensive up-to-date travel information before departure
Most beautiful map of Saudi Arabia
All taxes and surcharges
Compulsory contribution SGR and Calamity Fund (€7,50)

Not included:

International Flight. However, we can book this flight for you based on your requirements. A private transfer on day 1 (airport/hotel) and day 7 (hotel/airport) matched to your international flight is included
Travel and/or cancellation insurance
Single supplement € 443
Meals and beverages not mentioned
Other items not mentioned

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