As you embark on your sacred journey to Makkah and Madinah, choose from 12 hotels across nine world-class brands, offering a variety of luxury, premium, mid-sca…
Hajj is a religious obligation, but more than a mere duty.
The unforgettable journey takes five days to complete, not counting travel time or a day of spirit…
Mecca hardly needs an introduction, as its very name has come to mean any place that draws followers.
Yet it is still important to fully understand the histo…
Hajj and Umrah are transformative journeys that trace the path of the Prophet (PBUH). To ensure a positive experience, here are some tips on Ihram clothing and …
Umrah is similar to Hajj but can be performed at any time. To maximize pilgrimages, believers often perform Umrah during the holy month of Ramadan.
The whole s…
these are all names for the place of worship that surrounds the Holy Kaaba.
Find out more about this sacred place below.
Millions of faithful followers ga…
Prepare for a culinary journey that nourishes body and soul, where each bite evokes the familiar warmth of Arabic hospitality and delights the most discerning p…
The official currency of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is the riyal. There are 100 halalas in 1 riyal, though halala coins are not commonly used. Riyal bills come…
This section gives pilgrims glimpses at what to expect in Makkah during a Hajj or Umrah pilgrimage.
Here are our local tips for everyone exploring the sacred…
Makkah weather is hot, dry and often unforgiving. Here’s what you can expect in terms of temperature and weather conditions during Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages.
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Make the most of your spiritual journey to Makkah with side trips and excursions. Your tour operator will take you to sites along the pilgrimage route, such as …
The Hajj or Umrah requires pilgrims to move from holy site to holy site, and to nearby cities. Find out about public and private transportation in Makkah.
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The memories of your Hajj or Umrah pilgrimage will last a lifetime, but you may also want to buy some souvenirs.
While fulfilling a sacred duty is your prima…
Makkah… the ancient city that was etched into history by Ibrahim (PBUH). He and his son Ismail (PBUH) raised the foundation of the Kaaba – the first sacred Hous…
To make the most of your pilgrimage, explore our special hotel offers and packages for luxury accommodation, discounts on stays at our hotels in Makkah and Madi…
Be it a Hajj pilgrimage, a handy guide to Umrah, useful information for city exploration, or simply choosing a hotel in Makkah.
Creating a travel plan for yo…
