Umrah Express

Umrah Express

A Spiritual Journey
Faith
Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah
This program can be customized for groups.

Embarking on an Umrah journey, the pilgrim enters a spiritual realm, transcending the mundane. Arriving in the holy city of Makkah, one is immediately enveloped by an aura of reverence. The Kaaba stands tall, its magnetic presence drawing believers from every corner of the globe. Circling the sacred structure, pilgrims lose themselves in prayer, their hearts pulsating with devotion. Moving through the rituals with meticulous care, each step becomes a testament to faith, a journey of self-discovery and purification.
 
Day 1: Jeddah, Makkah [53 miles]
After Immigration and Customs formalities at Jeddah International Airport, our representative will meet you for a 60-minute transfer to the holy city of Makkah, the holiest city and cradle of Islam. Check in at hotel for dinner* and overnight in Makkah.
 
Day 2: Makkah <Ziarah>
Begin your day with Fajr prayer in spiritual atmosphere at Haram (Al Masjid Al Haram), return to hotel to have your breakfast. Makkah, the holiest city of Islam, it is a religious center to which Muslims must attempt a pilgrimage once during a lifetime; only Muslims may enter Makkah, and services related to pilgrimages are the main economic activity. The Great Mosque contains the Kaaba. it was the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. It was his home until 622 CE, when he was forced to flee to Madinah he returned and captured the city in 630. The Great Mosque contains the Kaaba. The Kaaba/QIBLA is located in the center of the mosque and also includes the Black Stone, the shrine of Ibrahim, Al-Safa and Al-Marwah, Hotel pick up to proceed for Umrah rituals at Haram with Tawaf around the Kaaba. is one of the principal rites of the pilgrimage and refers to circumambulating or walking in circles around the Kaaba in an anti-clockwise motion. Seven complete circuits, with each one starting and ending at the Hajar al-Aswad, constitute one Tawaf Attending Zuhr prayer, afterwards continue to perform Spiritual return (Sa’i) is one of the integral rites of Hajj and Umrah and refers to the ritual of walking back and forth seven times between the two small hills of Safa and Marwa, located adjacent to the Kaaba in Masjid al-Haram. Return to the hotel for a short rest. Lunch* at the hotel. Afternoon back to Haram (Al Masid Al Haram) to attend Asr prayer. Spending the rest of evening at haram until the evening prayers Al Maghrib & Al Ishaa, end of the day back to hotel for dinner* and overnight in Mecca. [B]
 
Day 3: Makkah, Madinah [280 miles]
After Fajr prayer at Masjid al-Haram, breakfast at your hotel then drive to Madinah by bus. After Approx 5-hours, arrival to the second holiest city in all over the World Al-Madīnah, formally Al-Madīnah al-Munawwarah (“The Luminous City”) or Madīnat Rasūl Allāh (“City of the Messenger of God Madinah -Ancient name is “Yathib”. Madinah is celebrated as the place from which Muhammad established the Muslim community (ummah) after his flight from Makkah (622 CE) and is where his body is entombed. A pilgrimage is made to his tomb in the city’s chief mosque. Afterward move to the great mosque of Madinah Al-Masjid an-Nabawi “Al Haram al Nabawai” to attend noon “Zuhr” prayer. Lunch* at hotel. The afternoon will be devoted for the prayers at Al-Masjid an-Nabawi. It has been built by Prophet Muhammad himself in 622 (the Hegira year 1). Islamic scriptures emphasize the sacredness of Madinah. Madinah is mentioned several times in the Quran, two examples are Surah At-Tawbah. verse 101 and Al-Hashr. verse 8. Al-Masjid an-Nabawi is the burial site for Prophet Muhammad and his companions, the caliphs Abu Bakr, Omar & Ali. It is the second largest mosque in the world and the only one with 10 minarets. The Green Dome is built to cover the holy tombs. After that long day. Dinner* at hotel. Overnight in Madinah. [B]
 
Day 4: Madinah <Ziarah>
After Fajr prayer at Masjid Al Nabawi, breakfast at your hotel we will visit the city of Madinah. We will start with the visit of Holy Quba Mosque (the oldest mosque in the world, dated to the lifetime of the Prophet, its first stones were positioned by him as soon as he arrived on his emigration from \Makkah to Madinah), attending Zuhr prayer then move to Holy Masjid al-Qiblatayn (where Muhammad received the command to change the Qibla from Al Quds to Makkah), Masjid al-Fath (one of the Seven attached mosques) and Jannat Al-Baqi' (cemetery which contains the graves of some of the Prophet's family and companions. Attending Asr prayer, back to hotel for lunch* This afternoon will be devoted to rest, and attend the payers of “Maghreb” & “Ishaa”. In the Haram of Masjid an-Nabawi “Al Haram al Nabawai” drive to Al Rashed Mall, leisure/shopping time. Dinner* at hotel. Overnight in Madinah. [B]
 
Day 5: Madinah, Departure
After Fajr prayer at Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, breakfast at hotel This last day is also dedicated for prayers, so enjoy all the spiritual atmosphere until your check-out, transfer to Madinah international airport or train** station for final departure. [B]
Option: Combine with one of the Umrah Extension tours
 
[B] = Breakfast
 
*Additional meals may be included depending on meal plan chosen:
Bed & Breakfast - Breakfast only
Half Board - Breakfast & Dinner
Full Board -,Breakfas, Lunch & Dinner
 
**For Jeddah Airport Departure: Add $55 per person for train transfers

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Tour Includes:

  • 4 nights’ accommodation in selected hotels
    • Makkah 2 nights
    • Madinah 2 nights
  • Meals
    • Daily buffet breakfast
    • Lunches and/or dinners depending on selected option
  • Prayers:***
    • Daily Fajr
    • Zuhr prayer (days 2, 3 & 4)
    • Asr prayer in Makkah & Madinah
    • Al Maghrib & Al Ishaa at Al Haram on day 2
  • Visit to the tomb of the Prophet
  • Personalized assistance upon arrival
  • Transfers as per itinerary
  • Full-time English-speaking tour leader
  • Experienced certified drivers
  • Entrance fees for sites visited
  • Transportation by deluxe A/C vehicle as per itinerary
  • Local Taxes
  • Service charge at the hotel

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Tour does not include:

  • Airfare, taxes and fees (Special airfares available from all USA gateways)
  • Cities taxes
  • Visas
  • Visa to Saudi Arabia
  • Travel insurance
  • All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
  • Other meals not mentioned in itinerary
  • Extras and gratuities
  • Early check-in, late check-out
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Porterage
  • Tips to the guide & driver (Suggested $3 for the guide and $2 for the driver per person per day

*** Prayers: In addition to the prayers described in the itinerary, the pilgrims will have the opportunity to complete their Salah every day of their stay.

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Hotels in your Tour:

City Hotel Name Rating (Out of 5)
Superior Tourist
Makkah Ebaa Hotel 5
Madinah Rawdat Al Aqiq Hotel 3
First Class
Makkah Ramada Fayizeen Hotel 3.5
Madinah Emaar Maqtan Hotel 4
Hotels will be confirmed at time of booking
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Tour Pricing

Room Type Quad Triple Double Single
Superior Tourist
Bed & Breakfast $439 $535 $669 $959
Half-board $605 $699 $829 $1,119
Full-Board $929 $1,025 $1,159 $1,449
First Class
Bed & Breakfast $489 $599 $765 $1,155
Half-board $655 $765 $929 $1,319
Full-Board $979 $1,089 $1,259 $1,645
Prices are valid through December ’24 and might vary during Pilgrimage High Season (Ragab, Shahban & Ramadan)

Special airfare addons available from all USA gateways

 

Changes
Changes to this program may be requested by phone to 1-347-610-1819 or email to sales@Intraplan.net

Airfare
We also be glad to adjust the airfare from your gateway so you take advantage of our special discounted leisure fares

Program
We can revise the itinerary to spend more time and provide more depth in those areas that you are interested on.
Any other changes to the itinerary will be accommodated depending on the facilities available in the area.

Other options
The program was designed with private services
If you prefer deluxe services, we may operate this program including private driver, private guide and concierge service.
Lunches and dinners can be arranged for individuals, families and groups at top restaurants or any restaurant requested by you.

Quotation
Once we have designed the program the way you want, we'll give you a quote within 2 business days.