Day 1: Travel from Manchester to Makkah
Transportation to MAN:
By Car: Drive approximately 9 miles (14 kilometers) from Manchester City Centre to Manchester Airport (MAN), taking about 20-30 minutes.
By Train: Take a direct train from Manchester City Centre to Manchester Airport, around 20-30 minutes.
Flight Details: Board your Aegean Airlines flight from MAN to Jeddah with a stopover in Athens.
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 Al Manar, a comfortable 3-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 2-9: Days of Worship in Makkah
Mornings: Enjoy breakfast at Emaar Al Manar 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 Al Manar.
Day 10: 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 Al Manar for lunch and relaxation.
Evening: Spend the evening reflecting on your spiritual experiences or taking a peaceful walk around the holy mosque.
Day 11: Transfer to Madinah
Morning: Check out from Emaar Al Manar 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 a 3-star hotel near Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (not specified in the details).
Evening: Spend your first evening in Madinah at the Prophet’s Mosque, participating in prayer and reflection.
Day 12-14: 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 your Madinah hotel.
Day 15: Departure from Madinah
Check-Out and Transfer: After breakfast, check out from your Madinah hotel and transfer to Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport.
Return Flight: Board your Aegean Airlines flight back to Manchester Airport (MAN) with a stopover in Athens.
Arrival in Manchester: Arrive at Manchester Airport (MAN) and conclude your 15-night spiritual journey.