Day 1: Travel from Edinburgh to Makkah
Transportation to EDI:
By Car: Drive approximately 8 miles (13 kilometers) from Edinburgh City Centre to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), taking about 25 minutes.
By Train: Take a direct train from Edinburgh City Centre to Edinburgh Airport, around 25 minutes.
Flight Details: Board your Oman Air flight from EDI to Jeddah with a stopover in Muscat.
Arrival in Jeddah: Upon arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport, you will be met by your guide and transferred to Makkah.
Check-In at Makkah: Check into Emaar Grand, a 4-star hotel conveniently located near Masjid al-Haram.
Perform Umrah: After checking in, head to Masjid al-Haram to perform Umrah, including Tawaf, Sa’i, and shaving or trimming of hair.
Evening at Leisure: Reflect on your spiritual journey or explore the surroundings of Masjid al-Haram.
Day 2-7: Days of Worship in Makkah
Mornings: Enjoy breakfast at Emaar Grand and visit Masjid al-Haram for personal worship.
Afternoons: Explore spiritual sites around Makkah or relax at the hotel.
Evenings: Participate in evening prayers at Masjid al-Haram or enjoy the amenities at Emaar Grand.
Day 8: Ziyarat in Makkah
Morning: After Fajr prayers, embark on a Ziyarat tour to significant Islamic sites including:
Jabal al-Nour, site of the Cave of Hira
The Plains of Arafat
Mina, site of the Stoning of the Devil
Muzdalifah
Afternoon: Return to Emaar Grand for lunch and relaxation.
Evening: Spend the evening reflecting on your spiritual experiences or taking a peaceful walk around the holy mosque.
Day 9-13: Days of Worship in Makkah
Mornings: Continue visiting Masjid al-Haram for worship and personal reflection.
Afternoons: Use this time to explore Makkah or enjoy the comfort of Emaar Grand.
Evenings: Engage in evening prayers at Masjid al-Haram or relax at your hotel.
Day 14: Transfer to Madinah
Morning: Check out from Emaar Grand and prepare for your journey to Madinah.
Transfer to Madinah: Enjoy a comfortable coach ride with scenic views.
Check-In at Madinah: Upon arrival, check into Saja Al Madina, a 4-star hotel conveniently located near Al-Masjid an-Nabawi.
Evening: Spend your first evening in Madinah at the Prophet’s Mosque, participating in prayer and reflection.
Day 15-17: Days of Worship in Madinah
Mornings: After Fajr prayers, visit Al-Masjid an-Nabawi for personal worship.
Afternoons: Explore key Islamic sites around Madinah or relax at the hotel.
Evenings: Engage in evening prayers at Al-Masjid an-Nabawi or enjoy the amenities at Saja Al Madina.
Day 18: Departure from Madinah
Check-Out and Transfer: After breakfast, check out from Saja Al Madina and transfer to Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport.
Return Flight: Board your Oman Air flight back to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) with a stopover in Muscat.
Arrival in Edinburgh: Arrive at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and conclude your 18-night spiritual journey.
