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Mecca to Medina 8-Day Ziyarat & Umrah Itinerary (05–12 Oct 2025) with Kerala Meals and Accommodation

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Day 1: Arrival & Tawaf

Mecca, Saudi Arabia on October 5, 2025

10:00am

Accommodation check-in

Check in to your 4-bedroom accommodation located approximately 600 m from Masjid al-Haram; drop bags and rest after travel. Being this close makes multiple visits to the Haram easy on foot (approx 8–12 minutes).
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12:30pm

Light lunch

Grab a simple lunch near the hotel to refuel—many cafés and hotel buffets operate midday; good to keep it light before afternoon prayers. Most eateries open by 11:00am.
SAR50, 1h0m

3:00pm

Masjid al-Haram – Tawaf & Salaah

Perform your first Tawaf and salah in Masjid al-Haram; the Haram is open 24/7, and late afternoon/early evening is comfortable after check-in. Allocate time for queues and walking inside the mosque.
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7:30pm

Kerala dinner (Included)

Dinner at a recommended Kerala restaurant near the hotel—enjoy authentic Kerala dishes (fish curry, appam, biryani). Many Indian restaurants open evenings from ~6:00pm to 11:00pm; this counts as one of your 3 Kerala meals.
SAR120, 1h30m

10:00pm

Evening rest

Return to accommodation to rest; short walk to the Haram is possible for late prayers as it remains open 24/7.
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Day 2: Full Ziyarat Day

Mecca, Saudi Arabia on October 6, 2025

7:00am

Ziyarat start – Jabal al-Noor (Cave of Hira)

Start the organized ziyarat at 7:00am with an early climb of Jabal al-Noor to see the Cave of Hira where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the first revelation; climbing is steep—best at sunrise. Access is generally open but bring water and light footwear.
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9:30am

Jabal al-Thawr visit

Short visit to Jabal al-Thawr to view the cave associated with the Hijrah; the site is accessible and typically visited right after Jabal al-Noor on guided programs.
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12:30pm

Lunch near hotel

Return to the city for lunch and rest; many restaurants are open from late morning to night—choose light, hydrating options.
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3:00pm

Mina, Muzdalifah & Arafat overview

Drive/visit Mina, Muzdalifah and Arafat locations for a guided historical overview and short stops; note these sites are accessible outside Hajj days but expect distance and walking. No formal entry hours but avoid the midday heat.
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7:00pm

Jamarat orientation & return

Visit the Jamarat complex for orientation on its layout and the stoning ritual (informational visit outside Hajj); site is open but can be busy—best to visit late afternoon/evening.
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8:30pm

Dinner – hotel or local restaurant

Evening dinner close to the hotel to rest after a full day of ziyarat. Many restaurants serve until late evening.
SAR80, 1h0m

Day 3: Umrah & Shopping

Mecca, Saudi Arabia on October 7, 2025

6:00am

Umrah / Tawaf (early morning)

Perform Umrah/Tawaf in the cooler early morning hours when crowds often ease; Masjid al-Haram operates 24/7 so early prayers are ideal.
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9:30am

Breakfast

Breakfast near the hotel—grab a light, energising meal and chai; cafes open from early morning.
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1:00pm

Jamarat complex (detailed visit)

Return to Jamarat for a more detailed visit and photo orientation of the stoning pillars and safety infrastructure; accessible throughout the day.
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3:30pm

Shopping – Souqs & Abraj Al-Bait

Shop for dates, prayer mats, and souvenirs in nearby souqs or Abraj Al-Bait Mall; many shops open by 10:00am and stay open late into the night.
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8:00pm

Dinner – local favourites

Dinner at a recommended local restaurant—choose regional Arabic or international dishes to vary your meals.
SAR80, 1h0m

Day 4: Relax & Optional Visits

Mecca, Saudi Arabia on October 8, 2025

8:00am

Optional second Umrah or rest

Choose to perform another Umrah, visit the Haram for extended prayers, or rest at the hotel—Masjid al-Haram is open 24/7 and frequently visited in the morning.
SAR0, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch

Lunch at a café near the Haram; midday hours are busy but many restaurants serve until late afternoon.
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3:00pm

Explore nearby historical points or rest

Visit smaller historical sites, or use the afternoon to rest and prepare for the next day's visits—most public spots are accessible during daylight hours.
SAR0, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner – hotel or nearby

Dinner at your accommodation or a nearby restaurant; use this evening for reflective time and packing as required.
SAR80, 1h0m

Day 5: Final Mecca Day

Mecca, Saudi Arabia on October 9, 2025

6:30am

Visit Jabal al-Rahmah (Arafat hill) overview

Early visit to the Jabal al-Rahmah/Plain of Arafat viewpoint for photographs and reflection; site is open, but note this is a visit rather than performing Hajj rites on non-Hajj days.
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11:30am

Return & lunch

Return to accommodation for lunch and a rest period; midday is a good time to pack light items for transfer the next day.
SAR50, 1h0m

3:00pm

Final Tawaf & shopping

Complete your final Tawaf and pick up any last-minute souvenirs from nearby shops; allow extra walking time inside the Haram.
SAR0, 2h0m

7:30pm

Kerala dinner (Included)

Second Kerala dinner in Mecca—enjoy favourite Kerala dishes as requested; this is the second of three Kerala meals included in your plan.
SAR120, 1h30m

Day 6: Transfer to Medina

Mecca to Medina, Saudi Arabia on October 10, 2025

8:00am

Check-out from Mecca accommodation

Complete check-out formalities from your 4-bedroom accommodation (600 m from Haram); ensure all belongings and passports/visa documents are ready—visa included with your package so no extra charge.
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9:00am

Transfer to Medina

Private transfer or comfortable bus/train to Medina (approx 4–5 hours by road depending on traffic); this is a northbound journey covering ~400–450 km. Plan for stops en route.
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2:00pm

Medina accommodation check-in

Check in to your 4-bedroom accommodation in Medina located approximately 200 m from Masjid an-Nabawi for easy access to the Prophet's Mosque.
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4:00pm

Masjid an-Nabawi – first visit

Visit the Prophet's Mosque for prayers and an initial walkthrough; the mosque is open 24/7 but crowd patterns vary—evening prayers are very busy so allocate extra time.
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8:00pm

Dinner – local restaurant

Dinner near the hotel; sample local Saudi or international options available near the mosque.
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Day 7: Medina Ziyarat

Medina, Saudi Arabia on October 11, 2025

7:00am

Medina Ziyarat – Masjid Quba, Masjid Qiblatain, Uhud

Begin the scheduled Medina ziyarat at 7:00am: Masjid Quba (the first mosque—open 24/7), Masjid Qiblatain (two-qiblah mosque) and the Uhud site (battlefield and martyrs' graves). These sites are generally open during daylight hours—Quba and Qiblatain are accessible early morning.
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11:30am

Lunch

Return to the city centre for lunch; many restaurants around the Prophet's Mosque open through midday.
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2:00pm

Masjid an-Nabawi – Rawdah attempt & prayers

Return to the Prophet's Mosque for further prayers; visiting the Rawdah depends on queue and timings—arrive early to manage time and crowds.
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7:30pm

Dinner – local

Dinner at a recommended restaurant; enjoy a relaxed evening reflecting on ziyarat.
SAR80, 1h0m

Day 8: Final Medina Day

Medina, Saudi Arabia on October 12, 2025

6:00am

Fajr & Prophet's Mosque prayers

Attend Fajr and spend early morning prayers at Masjid an-Nabawi for a peaceful time; mosque is open 24/7 and mornings are less crowded.
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9:00am

Breakfast

Breakfast near the hotel—prepare light meals before final visits or shopping.
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11:00am

Local historical sites and shopping

Visit local historical points of interest or do final shopping near the mosque; daytime opening hours vary but most shops are open from morning to evening.
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2:00pm

Lunch

Lunch at a city restaurant—keep it light to prepare for travel and packing.
SAR50, 1h0m

5:00pm

Pack & rest

Pack, rest and prepare for check-out on 13 Oct; take a final walk to the Prophet's Mosque if time permits.
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8:00pm

Kerala dinner (Included)

Final Kerala dinner in Medina—this completes your 3 Kerala meals included in the itinerary, enjoy familiar flavours before departure.
SAR120, 1h30m
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