Preparing for Umrah
(Visa, Baggage & General Questions)
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Is the
Umrah Visa included in your package price? |
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Yes, the
Umrah Visa and all handling is included. |
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Is the
Vaccination against Meningitis included in the
package price? |
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No, the
vaccination required for Umrah (Meningitis ACWY135)
is not included in the package price. You must
purchase it from your local pharmacy and have a
doctor inject it for you. For a complete
list of travel requirements and documents~ click
here. |
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How
Much should I pack? |
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It is
appropriate to pack for a short trip. Also,
ensure that your bags are not too heavy. |
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Where
Can I buy my Ihram ? |
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Ihram
cloth can be purchased from your local Islamic Book
Store. If you are unable to find it you may contact
us by clicking here |
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During Umrah Travel (Airline
& Ground Transportation)
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Is the
airline ticket included ? |
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Yes |
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Do I
have to make my own arrangements while in Makkah and
Madinah? |
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No, an AC
group bus has been booked and will be provided for
all travel from Jeddah airport - Makkah Ziarat -
Madinah Ziarat - Jeddah airport. |
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During Stay in Makkah & Madinah (Hotels,
Performing Umrah, visiting Ziarat, Food)
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Which hotels will we stay in
Makkah and Madinah ? |
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Our hotels are good quality and at
most 5-7 mins walk in Makkah and 2-5 mins walk in
Madinah. |
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What if I don't know how to perform Umrah? |
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InshAllah
the Imam will help the group by explaining the steps
to performing Umrah.
You may also read the Complete
Online Guide to Performing Umrah ~ click here. |
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Will we perform Umrah as a group? |
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Yes,
inshAllah we will perform the first and second Umrah
as a group. |
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Will we visit any sites of importance? |
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Yes,
inshAllah while in Makkah and Madinah, we will visit
various places of interest (Zaiarat). |
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Can I
deviate from the group and go my own way? |
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No,
inshAllah we will stay together as a group. |
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When in Makkah & Madinah is there any additional expense? |
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The only
expense to you during your stay will be your food. |
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Side Trips (After
performing Umrah)
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Are side trips included in the package price ? |
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No, a
side trip is considered outside of the Umrah
package. Therefore, it will cost you
additional. You may contact
us to get a Quote. |
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Can I visit
another country after Umrah? |
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Yes, you
may for visit another country after the Umrah for an
additional cost. Contact
us for more details. |
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Can I visit any country before going for Umrah? |
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No, we
must travel as a group to perform Umrah.
However, after the Umrah you may choose to visit any
other country. |
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Returning Home (After
performing Umrah)
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Do I have to return to Toronto with the group? |
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No, if
you have selected to visit another country after
Umrah then you will return at a later date. |
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