Efficient Umrah Trip from Dubai to Mecca – A Seamless Spiritual Journey

Day 1: Arrival and Preparation

Dubai, UAE on May 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Arabian Tea House

Begin your day with a traditional Emirati breakfast featuring karak tea and date sweets, a perfect energy booster for your spiritual journey.
AED 50, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit the Dubai International Airport

Ensure all your travel documents including your visa for Saudi Arabia are ready and check-in for your flight to Jeddah.
Included in flight cost, 1h30m

12:00pm

Flight to Jeddah

Fly direct to King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, the gateway to Mecca. Flight duration is approximately 2 hours.
AED 900 - 1200, 2h0m

2:00pm

Transfer from Jeddah to Mecca

Private car or bus transfer to Mecca, about 1 hour's journey, ensuring comfort and ease after your flight.
SAR 150, 1h0m

3:00pm

Check-in at a hotel near Masjid al-Haram

Rest and refresh at your hotel close to the Mosque. Recommended hotels include Swissôtel Makkah or Hilton Suites Makkah.
Varies by hotel, 2h0m

5:30pm

Light dinner at Aromas Restaurant

Enjoy light and wholesome meals including traditional Middle Eastern soups and dates to prepare yourself spiritually and physically.
SAR 80, 1h0m
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Day 2: Umrah Rituals

Mecca, Saudi Arabia on May 9, 2025

5:00am

Pre-dawn breakfast at hotel

Have a nutritious pre-dawn meal including hydration and dates to sustain your energy during Umrah rituals.
Included in hotel stay, 30m

6:00am

Perform Umrah at Masjid al-Haram

Perform the spiritual Umrah rituals including Tawaf (circumambulation) around the Kaaba and Sa’i between Safa and Marwah. The Mosque is open 24/7 for pilgrims.
Free, 3h0m

10:00am

Rest and reflection at hotel

Take time to rest and absorb the spiritual experience after completing Umrah rituals in the morning heat.
Included in hotel, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Albaik

Enjoy a popular local fast food chain famous for its fried chicken and sides, a convenient meal near Masjid al-Haram.
SAR 40, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Abraj Al Bait Mall

Explore this mega mall complex adjacent to Masjid al-Haram for shopping and souvenirs like prayer mats and religious books.
Free entry, 2h0m

5:00pm

Evening prayer and quiet time

Return to Masjid al-Haram for Asr and Maghrib prayers, experiencing the evening atmosphere of the holy mosque.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Al Tazaj

Enjoy grilled chicken and Middle Eastern cuisine served in a welcoming environment, perfect to conclude your day.
SAR 70, 1h0m
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Day 3: Spiritual Exploration

Mecca, Saudi Arabia on May 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Have a wholesome breakfast offered at your hotel to start a day full of spiritual reflection and local visits.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Jabal al-Nour and Cave of Hira

Climb the mountain where Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation. Be prepared for a moderate hike and bring water.
Free, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Seven Sands

Try traditional Saudi dishes that reflect the heritage of the Hijaz region, providing an authentic culinary experience.
SAR 90, 1h0m

2:00pm

Siesta and rest at hotel

Recover from the morning hike with some rest to conserve energy for evening prayers and additional activities.
Included, 2h0m

4:00pm

Visit the Masjid Aisha (The Mosque for donning Ihram)

Explore this significant mosque at the boundary of Mecca where pilgrims enter sleep-state Ihram before Umrah.
Free, 1h0m

5:30pm

Evening prayers at Masjid al-Haram

Experience the sunset prayers surrounded by thousands of fellow pilgrims in the holiest mosque of Islam.
Free, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Al Baik Restaurant

Fuel up with another tasty meal at the iconic Saudi fast food spot close to the mosque.
SAR 50, 1h0m
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Day 4: Departure Preparation

Mecca, Saudi Arabia on May 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast and check-out preparations

Have your breakfast at the hotel, pack, and prepare for your journey back to Dubai.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Final visit to Masjid al-Haram

Spend some quiet time in the mosque performing additional prayers and reflecting on your spiritual journey.
Free, 2h0m

11:30am

Transfer to Jeddah Airport

Depart from Mecca to King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah for your flight back to Dubai.
SAR 150, 1h0m

1:30pm

Flight back to Dubai

Board your return flight to Dubai, reflecting on the fulfilling spiritual experience of your Umrah trip.
AED 900 - 1200, 2h0m

4:00pm

Arrival in Dubai

Complete immigration and baggage collection, then transfer home or to your next destination with a renewed spirit.
N/A, 1h0m
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