Al-Maqasid Umrah 2023

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents will I need to register?

  • Clear scanned copy of passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of the trip date; must have room for visa 

  • Clear scanned copy of recent passport sized color photo with white background

  • $1,000 non-refundable deposit and payment platform processing fee

What are the transportation logistics?

  • We will be flying via Turkish Airlines from JFK Airport in New York City. There will be a connecting flight in Istanbul to Madinah and on the return trip from Jeddah to New York. 

  • Ground transportation from airport to hotel in Madinah, Makkah to Jeddah airport and all group transportation for ziyarat sites are included in every package. Transportation will be via air conditioned private bus.

  • High speed rail from Madinah to Mecca with baggage being transported via delivery from hotel to hotel.

What are the accommodations for the trip?

  • This trip includes 5 nights in Madinah and 4 nights in Makkah both are 5 star rated hotels. 

Hotel Details:

  • Quad: Shared standard room with 1 bathroom and 4 beds*

*Please note that one of the 4 beds in the Quad package could be a cot

  • Triple: Shared standard room with 1 bathroom and 3 beds

  • Double: Shared standard room with 1 bathroom and 1-2 beds

  • Single: Standard room with 1 bathroom and 1 or 2 beds


Deviation to packages at an extra cost and will go directly through the travel agent after completing purchase of package.


Can non-US/Canadian Passport holders register for this trip?

  • Yes and the following requirements must be met

  • Women under the age of 45 will need to travel with a mahram (male relative) 

    • Proof of relationship will need to be submitted (marriage or birth certificates)

  • Original documents need to be sent by FedEx to one of the Adam Travel offices in New York or Washington DC with a return FedEx label (from our office address to the client's address)

    • Original passport 

    • One passport-size color photo with a white background 

    • Original green card 

Will a mahram be required for women to perform umrah?

  • Sisters over the age of 45 will be able to travel without a mahram

  • Sisters under the age of 45 who are US passport holders will be able to travel on a Saudi Tourist Visa without a mahram

  • Sisters under the age of 45 who are non-US passport holders must register with a mahram to travel on an Umrah Visa

*This may differ depending on the country you are traveling from.

Why is capacity limited?

  • We aim to be intentional in all aspects of this Umrah trip including the group size. Besides spiritual programming offered by Shaykh Yahya and Sayed Tarif, a key goal of this trip is suhbah. Our hope is to provide an intimate experience for attendees to truly connect with the tradition of our beloved Prophet ﷺ and with one another. 

When is the full balance of the trip cost due?

  • Full payment must be submitted within 30 days of receiving the invoice (approximately within 1-2 weeks of making the deposit).

Is there financial aid available?

  • We are currently accepting sponsorship in order to be able to offer financial assistance for this trip. Please let us know if you’re able to help sponsor someone’s journey or indicate if you’ll be needing assistance by emailing us at umrah@almaqasid.org

Traveling with children


Children 2 and under *must be 2 years of age upon return

  • Travel cost per child $850

  • One lap child per parent 

  • Does not include a airline seat or a bed

  • Children 2-10 years of age

    • Ticket price $2,600

    • Includes seat on plane and shared room with parents 

    • Does not include bed. Child will share with parents 

    • One-to-one ratio child to parent. Additional costs will apply for more than one child per parent. 

For any further questions, please reach out to umrah@almaqasid.org