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Saudi Arabia, From Riyadh to Jeddah

To the heart of Saudi Arabia's essential destinations 4*

Umrah

Deal negotiated for you

  • Private tour of 6 days / 5 nights in 4-star hotels (local standards)
  • Stay in a Double Room
  • Breakfast included
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle according to itinerary
  • Round-trip airport/hotel transfer
  • Domestic flight from Riyadh to Medina
  • Welcome and assistance at the airport of arrival
  • Local taxes included
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To the heart of Saudi Arabia's essential destinations 4*

This 6-day, 5-night trip offers an opportunity to explore the spiritual and cultural treasures of Saudi Arabia, combining the Umrah with visits to Riyadh, Jeddah, Medina, and Mecca. Take the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the historical context and spiritual significance of these renowned sites.

Your daily itinerary:

Day 1: Riyadh

Day 2: Riyadh - Medina

Day 3: Medina - Mecca

Day 4: Mecca

Day 5: Mecca - Jeddah

Day 6: Jeddah - Return flight

Please be advised that the duration of overnight stays may vary depending on the flights selected and your day of arrival. Consequently, the order of visits may change.

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN RIYADH

Arrival at Riyadh Airport. Once the requisite formalities have been completed, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Welcome to the amazing capital of Saudi Arabia.
You have the rest of the day free to visit the Saudi capital.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Riyadh.

DAY 2: RIYADH - MEDINA

Following breakfast, you will proceed to the airport for your scheduled flight to Medina. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met for transfer to Medina. Welcome to Medina, the second holiest city and the cradle of Islamic culture and civilisation. It is incumbent upon all Muslims worldwide to visit this city at least once and experience its spirituality. Transfer to your hotel on arrival and, time-permitting, you can attend the Duhr prayer. The afternoon will be dedicated to prayers at the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi mosque, constructed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in 622 (year 1 of the Hijra). Al-Masjid an-Nabawi is the final resting place of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his companions, the Caliphs Abu Bakr and Omar. It is the second largest mosque in the world, and the only one to feature 10 minarets.

After this long day, you will spend the night in Medina.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 3: MEDINA - MECCA

Following the Fajr prayer, you will enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being transferred to Mecca. Around 4 hours later, arrival in the holy city. The following day is dedicated to spiritual pursuits. Guests are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to immerse themselves in the atmosphere and benefit from the positive energy surrounding the Kaaba as they perform their Umrah rituals at Al-Masjid al-Haram.

Overnight stay in Mecca.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 4: MECCA

The day begins with the Fajr prayer at Al-Masjid al-Haram, after which guests are invited to return to the hotel for breakfast. You can take advantage of this day to visit Mecca and its small markets and enjoy spiritual moments around the Kaaba in the Great Mosque. Furthermore, there is the option of undertaking additional "ziyarats", including Mount Arafat, the Mina Valley, Mount Thur, and Mount Nour. In the afternoon, proceed to Al-Masjid al-Haram to attend the Asr prayer. Spend the evening at the Al-Masjid al-Haram until the Al-Maghrib and Al-Ishaa evening prayers.

Overnight stay in Mecca.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 5: MECCA - JEDDAH

Following the Fajr prayer, breakfast will be served at the hotel, after which you will depart for Jeddah. Enjoy a free day to explore Jeddah at your own pace. This vibrant and diverse city boasts a plethora of activities and attractions for visitors to explore.

The Jeddah Corniche, a magnificent seafront promenade, is an ideal location to start your day, offering visitors the opportunity to relax and admire the panoramic views of the Red Sea. The promenade offers a variety of green spaces, playgrounds, and cafés for your enjoyment.

We then recommend a visit to the historic district of Al-Balad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the narrow streets and discover traditional coral houses, vibrant marketplaces, and craft shops. Don't miss a visit to Naseef House, a remarkable example of local architecture.

Overnight stay in Jeddah.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 6: JEDDAH

Breakfast at the hotel, check-out, transfer to the airport to catch your return flight.

Meals included: Breakfast

Your accommodation

During this tour, you will be accommodated in 4- and 5-star hotels that meet the local standards, or similar establishments, as listed:

Riyadh: 4-star Warwick Riyadh (local standards) - 1 night

Medina: 4-star Emaar Royal Hotel Medina (local standards) - 1 night

Mecca: 5-star Swissotel Makkah (local standards) - 2 nights

Jeddah: 4-star Warwick Jeddah - 1 night

Please be advised that your accommodation will be in hotels classified as 4- or 5-star according to local standards, which do not correspond to the same classifications according to European standards.

Your meals

You will be on a breakfast-included package during the tour.

Breakfast

Includes an assortment of hot and cold drinks and sweet and savoury dishes.

USEFUL INFORMATION

Entry requirements for Saudi Arabia:

Visa

Since 27 September 2019, Saudi Arabia has been issuing tourist visas to nationals of 49 countries, including the UK. According to the Saudi authorities, it is possible to apply for this type of visa directly on arrival, thanks to special terminals at Riyadh and Jeddah airports. However, British nationals wishing to travel to Saudi Arabia are advised to apply for an electronic visa in advance via Saudi Visa (https://visa.visitsaudi.com/). In all cases, visitors must be able to present the necessary documents on arrival, particularly with regard to medical insurance.

The Saudi authorities will not issue visas to holders of passports with Israeli visas or stamps.

Customs regulations

On arrival in Saudi Arabia, luggage is generally subject to detailed inspection. Import bans on certain goods must be observed to avoid confiscation and a lengthy search.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in the UK (https://embassies.mofa.gov.sa/sites/uk/EN/Pages/default.aspx).

Customs and practices

Certain social and religious rules must be respected:

The import and consumption of alcohol and pork are totally prohibited in Saudi Arabia. Imported cultural products (books, DVDs, magazines, etc.) must conform to local standards of decency.

Foreign women are no longer required to wear an "abaya" (a long dress covering the entire body). However, women are advised to wear loose-fitting clothing and avoid short sleeves and dresses above the knee.

Men should wear trousers and avoid shorts or Bermuda shorts.

Islam is the only religion allowed in Saudi Arabia. All manifestations of affiliation to other religions (practice, proselytism, symbols, etc.) are prohibited.

Only Muslims are allowed to visit Mecca, where access is strictly controlled. As for Medina, access to the Prophet's Mosque is forbidden to non-Muslims.

During the month of Ramadan, travellers should take special care to respect Saudi customs and practices.

Saudis strictly observe the fasting period. It is absolutely forbidden to eat, drink or smoke in public on pain of arrest and deportation. Women must pay particular attention to their dress code.

Transport included
This price includes :
  • Private tour of 6 days / 5 nights in 4-star hotels (local standards)
  • Stay in a Standard Room
  • Breakfast option
  • Booking fees
  • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle according to itinerary
  • Return airport/hotel transfer
  • Domestic flight from Riyadh to Medina
  • Welcome and assistance at the arrival airport
  • Local taxes included
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Mandatory airport taxes
This price does not include :
  • Personal insurance (unless taken out at time of booking)
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Excursions not included in the booking or purchased separately
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the description
  • Visa fees
  • And, more generally, everything not mentioned in the "This price includes" section above

Useful information

Useful information

Practical details

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.
Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.
Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.
The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.
Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...
Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.
Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.
Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.
To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.
The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.
See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.
In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.
You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.
You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.
There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.
Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.
In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.
Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.
Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

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