Hajj & Umrah FAQ

A 10–14 night Umrah package costs roughly $1,900–$2,600 with 4★ hotels, $3,200–$4,800 with 5★ hotels within 300 m of the Haram, and $5,400 or more for Ramadan and private journeys. Rihla packages include return flights, the Saudi visa, hotels, transfers and guided ziyarah.

Yes. Citizens of the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and most European countries can apply for a Saudi tourist e-visa online and perform Umrah outside the Hajj period. Rihla files the visa application for you as part of every package.

Pilgrims living in Europe, the Americas and Australia book Hajj through Nusuk Hajj, Saudi Arabia's official platform. You create an account, confirm eligibility, choose a package from an authorised provider such as Rihla, pay through Nusuk and receive your Hajj visa electronically.

Hajj 2027 (1448 AH) is expected between about 14 and 19 May 2027, with the Day of Arafah on approximately 15 May and Eid al-Adha on approximately 16 May. Exact dates depend on the sighting of the moon.

Saudi regulations currently allow women to perform Umrah without a mahram, and Rihla runs women-only groups led by a female scholar. Scholarly opinions differ on this question, so we encourage you to follow the guidance you trust; our scholars are happy to discuss it.

Essentials hotels are about 600 m from Masjid al-Haram, Signature hotels about 150 m, and Elite hotels about 50 m with Haram-view rooms. In Madinah, every tier stays within 300 m of Masjid an-Nabawi.

Every package includes return flights, the Saudi visa, hotels in Makkah and Madinah, airport and intercity transfers, guided ziyarah, a travelling scholar and our 24/7 ground team. Signature and Elite add the Haramain train in business class and more meals.

November to February is cooler and calmer, which suits families and older pilgrims. Ramadan carries the greatest reward but is the busiest and most expensive time, so book four to six months ahead. The summer months are very hot but often the best value.

Yes. Saudi Arabia requires proof of meningococcal ACWY vaccination, given at least 10 days before you arrive. Seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccines are recommended. Check the latest Saudi Ministry of Health guidance before you travel.

Flight-inclusive packages sold in the UK are protected under our ATOL licence, and all customer payments are held in a dedicated client trust account until you travel. You receive a booking confirmation and protection certificate with every payment.

Yes. Secure your place with a $500 deposit per person and pay the balance in monthly instalments until eight weeks before departure. Hajj packages follow the payment schedule set by Nusuk.

Yes. We design private Umrah journeys for two or more travellers on any dates, and community or masjid groups of 15 or more with group pricing and a dedicated scholar.