Embark on a spiritual journey with exclusive Hajj and Umrah packages from Umrah Desk. Our packages are customised for UK residents and offer a hassle-free, enriching pilgrimage experience.
Hajj and Umrah are sacred pilgrimages in Islam that hold great significance. Both journeys require Muslims to pilgrimage to the sacred cities of Makkah and Madinah and perform specific rituals as prescribed by the holy Quran and the Prophet’s Sunnah.
These rituals include wearing the ihram, circumambulating the sacred house of Ka`bah seven times, and walking hastily between the hills of Safa and Marwah. Additionally, it includes spending days and nights in Arafah, Mina, and Muzdalifah, which are areas surrounding the city of Makkah, stoning the devil, animal sacrifices, and shaving or cutting hair.
Umrah is a significant form of worship in Islam and includes the fundamental ritual of Hajj. These rituals involve wearing the ihram, circumambulating the sacred house of Ka`bah seven times, walking hastily between the hills of Safa and Marwah, and cutting or shaving the hair.
Another distinction between Hajj and Umrah is that Hajj has a specific time frame. Hajj occurs during the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah, known as ‘the month of the pilgrimage’. Meanwhile, Umrah can be performed at any time throughout the year.
Umrah Desk is a religious travel agency in the United Kingdom that offers Hajj and Umrah packages to residents in the UK. The agency’s dedicated professionals are committed to ensuring a hassle-free Hajj and Umrah.
Umrah Desk strives to provide the best Hajj and Umrah packages, and the packages are tailored to meet the needs and expectations of Hajj and Umrah pilgrims travelling from the UK.
Hajj and Umrah packages from the Umrah Desk include various services such as flights, hotel accommodations in Makkah and Madinah, meals, religious guides, transportation, and visa processing.
If you’re looking for a memorable Hajj or Umrah experience, look no further than Umrah Desk. Contact today to find out more about their Hajj and Umrah packages.
Significance of Hajj and Umrah in Islam
Performing Hajj is a religious obligation for all adult mentally, physically, and financially well-off Muslims. It is Islam’s fourth pillar and carries immense spiritual significance and reverence.
Allah says in the Qur’an—”And pilgrimage to the House is a duty unto Allah for mankind, for him who can find a way thither]” (Surah Aal Imran 3:97).
Abdullah ibn `Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) quoted the Prophet (PBUH) as saying, “Islam has been built on five [pillars]—testifying that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammed is the Messenger of Allah, performing the prayers, paying the zakah, making the pilgrimage to the House, and fasting in Ramadan.”
Hajj is mandatory for Muslims who meet the eligibility criteria. However, scholars differ in opinion regarding the obligatory nature of Umrah.
In the Qur’an, Allah (SWT) commanded Muslims to perform Hajj as an integral part of their faith at least once in their lifetime.
Allah (SWT) says, “We designated for Abraham the site of the House, [saying], ‘Do not associate anything with Me and purify My House for those who perform Tawaf and those who stand [in prayer] and those who bow and prostrate.”
“And proclaim to the people the Hajj [pilgrimage]; they will come to you on foot and every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass. That they may witness benefits for themselves and mention the name of Allah on known days over what He has provided for them of [sacrificial] animals. Then, let them—fulfil their vows and perform Tawaf around the ancient House. That [has been commanded], and whoever honours the sacred ordinances of Allah—it is best for him in the sight of his Lord.” Qur’an | 22:26-30
Performing Hajj and Umrah is not only a spiritual journey but an important act of worship that brings us closer to Allah (SWT).
Advantages of Booking through Umrah Desk
Umrah Desk is a reputed Hajj and Umrah agency committed to delivering extraordinary services and experiences to its respected pilgrims. From booking flights to arranging hotel accommodation—Umrah Desk covers it all.
The company partners with various Hajj and Umrah operators, hotels, and transportation companies in Saudi Arabia. As such, booking your Hajj and Umrah packages from the Umrah Desk is the best decision, especially for pilgrims travelling from the UK.
From pre-departure planning to post-trip follow-up—pilgrims and visitors to Saudi Arabia can expect to receive the highest level of customer service throughout the entire journey.
As an authorised service provider by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Umrah Desk provides a seamless booking experience for agents and independent travellers worldwide through its dedicated digital portal.
Why Makes Umrah Desk Different?
Umrah Desk has been in the lucrative Umrah and Hajj industry for over two decades. Pilgrims and visitors prefer to book their Hajj and Umrah from us because we offer the best and most competitively priced Hajj and Umrah packages than our competitors in the UK.
Providing Umrah and Hajj pilgrims with unparalleled customer experience from start to finish is the heart of its operations.
Our experienced travel consultants provide personalised advice and guidance that includes booking flights, arranging accommodations and everything in between so that pilgrims can focus on the spiritual aspects of the pilgrimage.
Umrah Desk has a wide range of competitively priced Hajj and Umrah Packages and is constantly expanding its network of partners to provide the best rates and services.
Essential Features of the Umrah or Hajj Packages
It’s not uncommon to hear complaints about Hajj and Umrah Packages offered by some travel agencies. Customers of these agencies have complaints regarding low-quality services. This is why Umrah Desk goes the extra mile to ensure the quality of its usefulness when creating Hajj and Umrah packages.
Umrah Desk has developed comprehensive Hajj and Umrah Packages catering to all needs, budgets, and preferences. This makes it easy for pilgrims to decide when selecting their preferred Hajj and Umrah Packages.
Unlike some Umrah and Hajj tour operators, we at Umrah Desk Hajj and Umrah Packages include visa processing, flights, hotel accommodations in Makkah and Madinah, meals, and tours with religious guides.
Umrah Desk’s additional services include airport transfers from the UK to Makkah or Madinah, health checkups, travel insurance, medical insurance, and 24/7 customer service through dedicated agents in Makkah and Madinah.
Services Included in the Umrah or Hajj Packages
Visa assistance and processing
Umrah Desks assists with all visa services and travel documents processing for entry into Saudi Arabia.
Flight arrangements
Umrah Desk provides pilgrims and guests with booking flights at competitive rates.
Hotel accommodations
Our Hajj and Umrah Packages include quality accommodations in Makkah and Madinah. We can provide our Umrah and Hajj pilgrims with 5-star luxury hotels and budget-friendly accommodations. If you want your accommodation close to the two holy places, we can provide that too.
Transportation
Our packages include comfortable and convenient transportation to the two holy mosques in Makkah and Madinah, as well as to all the sacred sites in both cities. We also provide transportation during Umrah and Hajj rituals and transfers between Makkah and Madinah. Furthermore, we also provide transportation to and from the airport to your hotel. We also offer private and VIP transfers to our most valued pilgrims and visitors.
Guided tours
Our knowledgeable and experienced tour guides will provide information on each historical site, as well as advice on how to perform all of your Umrah and Hajj rituals properly.
Meals
Our Hajj and Umrah Packages include full meals, so you don’t have to worry about food arrangements.
Dedicated guides and religious scholars – Our dedicated Umrah and Hajj religious guides will accompany you throughout the pilgrimage. Our tour guides and religious scholars can provide guidance and advice in multiple languages for the convenience of the pilgrims.
Pre-travel preparation and workshops
Umrah and Hajj rituals are complicated, especially for first-time pilgrims. That’s why Umrah Desk provides comprehensive pre-travel preparation workshops to ensure all pilgrims are fully prepared for their pilgrimage.
We provide workshops and training sessions so pilgrims and visitors can understand the rituals associated with Umrah and Hajj.
As Saudi Arabia is an Arab country, most pilgrims and guests visiting the kingdom may be unfamiliar with the local culture and customs, which can cause inconveniences. To address this and make it easier for everyone, we provide training on cultural norms and etiquette to ensure a respectful pilgrimage.
Medical assistance
Our trained medical team will provide Hajj and Umrah pilgrims with primary first-aid, emergency medical care, medicines, and other medical services throughout your pilgrimage. They will also offer health advice for pilgrims as well.
24/7 help desk
We offer 24/7 customer service support and a dedicated help desk in Saudi Arabia during the Umrah and Hajj seasons.
At Umrah Desk, we understand how important it is for pilgrims to have safe and comfortable Umrah and Hajj. Contact Umrah Desk today to book your Hajj and Umrah packages with us. To book your Umrah or Hajj package with us, call +44 121 647 7099 or email us at contact@umrahdesk.com.