Hajj Faq

Question 1

Do you provide religious guidance during the Hajj?

Answer

Indeed. No matter which package do you choose, a religious guide will be accompanying you who is well experienced in performing the Hajj. In addition, there will be an Imaam to deliver specific, topic-based lectures

Question 2

How is the Hajj performed?

Answer

There are three ways of performing the Hajj

Hajj al-Tamattu'
Hajj al-Ifrad
Hajj al-Qiran

Question 3

What type of Hajj we shall be performing with you?

Answer

Hajj al-Tamattu'. It involves performing Umrah and then Hajj, with one Ihram for each.
This form of Hajj is considered the best of three forms of Hajj. It is the one that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) urged his followers to perform and is the one adopted by most pilgrims from overseas.

Question 4

What are the Stages of Hajj al-Tamattu'?

Answer

The following are the stages and rituals that should be performed for the satisfactory completion of Hajj al-Tamattu':

Ihram
Performing the Welcome Tawaf and Sa'y
Ihram for Hajj al-Tamattu'
Ihram for Hajj al-Tamattu'
Going to Arafat from Mina
Going to Muzdalifah from Arafat
Proceeding to Mina from Muzdalifah
Tawaf al-Ifadha in the Holy City of Makkah
Departing for home
Returning to Mina from Makkah
Farewell Tawaf in the Holy City of Makkah

Question 5

How can I offer Qurbani (sacrifice)?

Answer

Qurbani is included in some of our Hajj packages. A Qurbani will be carried out on your behalf on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah

Question 6

Where will our luggage be kept during the Hajj days?

Answer

The luggage will remain safe in your apartments in Azizyah or in your hotel in Makkah

Question 7

Will I have to pay for the food or meals?

Answer

Whilst in the hotels, you are covered half board within the package. At Mina at and Arafat, it is full board. Any additional meals over and above will be paid by the individual.

Question 8

What kind of clothing is recommended?

Answer

During the Hajj days, you will need an Ihraam. The weather is generally very warm all the time but during the winter months, it can get a little cold at night. It is recommended to take an extra quilt, and sisters can pack at least one item of warm clothing. The rest of the time, you will need cool and comfortable clothing that is easy to move

Question 9

Will there be laundry service?

Answer

This can be done through services provided by the hotel, although there are other laundrettes around the local areas that also offer the service often at a cheaper rate.

Question 10

How much money should I take with me?

Answer

Please carry sufficient money for any food item, laundry bills, shopping, and souvenirs. A couple of hundred pounds are recommended, although obviously the budget would vary from person to person. Please avoid carrying traveller's cheque, as there will be times when you will not be carrying your passport with you. Taking cash is a better idea

Question 11

What is the exchange rate?

Answer

The exchange rate will vary from time to time. As a rough guide, it is nearly 6 Riyals to 1 British Pound. Money changing is not difficult as there are many exchange counters around the local areas in Makkah and Madinah.

Question 12

What is the cost of an average meal?

Answer

In the 4-5 star hotels, it is approximately �30 (193 SAR) per meal. Other restaurant prices are around �20 (128 SAR).

Question 13

Can I take some Zam-Zam water back to UK with me?

Answer

Of course, you can. It is a normal practice. However, Nabil Hajj and Umrah will provide you 10 litres of Zam-Zam as a part of every Hajj package.

Question 14

What if I get Ill during my stay?

Answer

First aid will be available with us. However, we recommend all our customers to take travel insurance. Needless to say, you must also carry some essential drugs with you.

Question 15

What if I cancel after booking?

Answer

Ministry of Hajj, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, requires full payment prior to the visa authorization application. Therefore, no refund relating to the ground arrangements is feasible. As regards the travel, it would depend on the ticket type and the airline rules. There will be no cancellation charges for the ticket if the ticket is not already issued. For our cancellation policy, click here

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