Day 1: Travel from Portsmouth to Southampton Airport (SOU)
Transportation to SOU:
By Car: Start your journey with a drive of approximately 22 miles (35 kilometers) from Portsmouth to Southampton Airport (SOU). The drive typically takes around 30 minutes via the M27 motorway.
By Train: Alternatively, take a direct train from Portsmouth to Southampton Airport Parkway, which typically takes about 40-50 minutes.
Flight Details: Board your KLM flight from SOU to Jeddah, with a stopover in Amsterdam.
Arrival in Jeddah: Upon arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport, you will be greeted by your guide and transferred to Makkah.
Check-In at Makkah: Settle into Al Safwah Hotel – Tower 1, a luxurious 5-star hotel conveniently located near Masjid al-Haram.
Perform Umrah: After checking in and resting, proceed to Masjid al-Haram to perform Umrah, completing the sacred rituals of Tawaf, Sa’i, and shaving or trimming of hair.
Evening at Leisure: Spend the evening reflecting on your spiritual journey or exploring the surroundings of Masjid al-Haram.
Day 2-4: Makkah – Days of Worship
Morning: Start your day with breakfast at Al Safwah Hotel – Tower 1, then head to Masjid al-Haram for personal worship.
Afternoon: Take some time to explore the spiritual sites around Makkah or rest at the hotel.
Evening: Participate in evening prayers at Masjid al-Haram or enjoy the luxurious ambiance of Al Safwah Hotel – Tower 1.
Day 5: Transfer to Madinah
Morning: After breakfast, check out from Al Safwah Hotel – Tower 1 and prepare for your journey to Madinah.
Transfer to Madinah: Travel by a comfortable coach, enjoying the scenic desert landscapes along the way.
Check-In at Madinah: Upon arrival, check into Madinah Hilton Hotel, a 5-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 6: Madinah – Day of Worship and Ziyarat
Morning: After Fajr prayers, embark on a Ziyarat tour of Madinah, visiting key sites such as:
Masjid Quba, the first mosque built in Islam.
Masjid al-Qiblatayn, where the Qibla was changed to Makkah.
Mount Uhud, site of the historic battle.
Jannat al-Baqi, the sacred cemetery where many of the Prophet’s family members are buried.
Afternoon: Return to Madinah Hilton Hotel for lunch and relaxation.
Evening: Engage in evening prayers at Al-Masjid an-Nabawi or enjoy the luxurious atmosphere of your hotel.
Day 7: Departure from Madinah and Return to Portsmouth
Check-Out and Transfer: After breakfast, check out from Madinah Hilton Hotel and transfer to Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport in Madinah.
Return Flight: Board your KLM flight back to Southampton, with a stopover in Amsterdam.
Arrival in Southampton: Arrive at Southampton Airport (SOU) and return to Portsmouth, concluding your 7-night spiritual journey.
