Day 1: Travel from Portsmouth to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Transportation to LHR:
By Car: Start your journey with a drive of approximately 66 miles (106 kilometers) from Portsmouth to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). The drive typically takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes via the M27, M3, and M25 motorways.
By Train: Alternatively, take a train to London Waterloo, then transfer to the London Underground or take the Heathrow Express from Paddington. The total travel time is around 2 hours.
Flight Details: Board your Royal Jordanian flight from LHR to Jeddah, with a stopover in Amman.
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 Nawazi Ajyad Hotel, a comfortable 3-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 2-5: Makkah – Days of Worship
Morning: Start your day with breakfast at Nawazi Ajyad Hotel, 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 peaceful atmosphere at Nawazi Ajyad Hotel.
Day 6: Transfer to Madinah
Morning: After breakfast, check out from Nawazi Ajyad Hotel 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 Elaf Taiba Hotel, a 3-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 7-8: Madinah – Days 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 Elaf Taiba Hotel for lunch and relaxation.
Evening: Engage in evening prayers at Al-Masjid an-Nabawi or enjoy the peaceful ambiance of your hotel.
Day 9: Departure from Madinah and Return to Portsmouth
Check-Out and Transfer: After breakfast, check out from Elaf Taiba Hotel and transfer to Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport in Madinah.
Return Flight: Board your Royal Jordanian flight back to London Heathrow, with a stopover in Amman.
Arrival in Heathrow: Arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and return to Portsmouth, concluding your 9-night spiritual journey.
