Umrah Deals

Generally, the climate of Saudi Arabia is extremely hot and it becomes nearly unbearable for those who are not used to such climatic conditions during the summer season. The temperatures during this time of the year are often over the level of 40-Degree Celsius during daytime and it may drop to about 30-Degree Celsius at night. Winters are relatively pleasant with temperatures ranging from 18-Degree Celsius to 30-Degree Celsius during the day. This is the reason why many of the Muslims choose this time of the year to perform their Umrah. They are mostly the ones living in countries with freezing temperatures during winters. An Umrah in December is preferred by pilgrims from such countries as this is the time when the weather in the holy city of Makkah would be extremely pleasant for them. It not only allows them to escape the freezing temperatures of their home country but also gives them the opportunity to fulfil their dream of performing this pilgrimage. Umrah is Prophet...

The United Kingdom is home to a significant number of Muslims and many of them dream of performing the Islamic pilgrimage of Umrah, which is often described as the 'lesser pilgrimage' or the 'minor pilgrimage'. In contrast to the major pilgrimage of Hajj, the lesser pilgrimage is not an obligation for Muslims and can be performed at any time during the year. Although lesser in importance when compared to the major pilgrimage, it is held in high regard by Muslims across the world as it is the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Just like Hajj, Umrah involves making a journey from one's place of residence to the holy city of Makkah, located in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. There is no denying the fact that this journey involves a certain amount of cost and it is something that many of the Muslims residing in the UK may not afford. However, the Umrah packages UK tour operators specialising in the Islamic religious tours provide can bring down ...

The United Kingdom is home to numerous Muslims who dream of performing their Umrah by visiting the holy city of Makkah located in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is one of the Islamic pilgrimages undertaken by millions of Muslims worldwide and is quite different from the major pilgrimage of Hajj, which is performed in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah. Umrah involves lesser rituals as compared to Hajj and can be accomplished within a few hours. This is the reason why it is often referred to as the 'lesser pilgrimage' or the 'minor pilgrimage'. Another difference between these two pilgrimages is that the lesser pilgrimage can be performed at any time of the year. The Umrah packages UK tour operators specialising in Islamic religious tours provide have made it a lot easier for the country’s Muslims to perform their lesser pilgrimage. As these tour operators have an online presence today, the prospective pilgrims can browse through all the available packages on their...

D ecember is the time when most of the countries in the world, especially the ones in the Arctic circle or close to it experience an extremely cold climate characterised by freezing temperatures. This is also a time when most of the countries in this part of the world enjoy their holidays, as the last week of this month is of Christmas and New Year celebrations. Muslims living in these countries and also many of the other countries across the world can escape the harsh weather of their home country in this month and fulfil their dream of performing Umrah by embarking on a journey to the holy city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia. Umrah is one of the Islamic pilgrimages that Muslims around the world perform every year. It is also called the 'lesser pilgrimage' or 'minor pilgrimage' as the major pilgrimage in Islam is Hajj, which is also one of its five pillars. They can begin by booking their desired package for performing Umrah in December well in advance. By booking...

Those who are not accustomed to the hot desert climate of Makkah can have a tough time while on a visit to this holy city in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. After experiencing the extreme heat of October that reaches the level of 47-Degree Celsius at times, a relatively lesser heat is experienced in the month of November. From this month until January, the holy city of Makkah may get small amounts of rain. This month is chosen by many of the Muslims across the world to embark on a sacred journey to Makkah and perform their Umrah. An Umrah in November is made possible with the cost-effective packages offered by the tour operators or travel companies in recent times. One of the Islamic pilgrimages, it is also called the 'lesser pilgrimage' or 'minor pilgrimage' as the major pilgrimage and one of Islam's five pillars is Hajj. The major pilgrimage is performed in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah, while the lesser pilgrimage can be performed at any time during the year. A...

There are over 3 million Muslims residing in the United Kingdom today and many of them dream of performing Umrah, which is one of the pilgrimages in Islam. It is also called the 'lesser pilgrimage' or 'minor pilgrimage', as the major pilgrimage in Islam is Hajj. There are some differences in both these pilgrimages. To begin with, the major pilgrimage is compulsory for all physically and financially capable Muslims and must be performed at least once in their lifetime. Although there is no such obligation with regards to Umrah, it is the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and therefore of great importance among Muslims worldwide.   Over the years, the Umrah packages UK tour operators provide for Muslims living in the country has helped many of them fulfil their lesser pilgrimage. There was a time when Muslims of the UK had to depend on a local travel agent to get their journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia arranged. During those days the cost involv...

Every year, numerous Muslims from different corners of the world visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from their home countries to perform Umrah, which is also known as the 'lesser pilgrimage' or the 'minor pilgrimage'. The major pilgrimage in Islam is Hajj, which is mandatory for all Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey from their homes to the holy city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia. The lesser pilgrimage is not obligatory for Muslims but since it is the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), it is held in high regard by Muslims across the world. About two decades ago, Muslims who wanted to perform their minor pilgrimage had to rely on a travel agent to get their journey to Makkah arranged. The amount charged by such travel agents made the journey unaffordable for many and they had no option but to postpone their plans of performing the pilgrimage. Today, the Umrah packages made available by several tour operators giv...

Makkah, a holy city in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has a hot desert climate, which is characterised by extremely hot temperatures during the summer season. The city gets some respite during the winter season in terms of temperatures beginning from the month of December. This is the time when most of the Muslims living in countries with freezing winter temperatures visit the holy city to perform their Umrah. This Islamic pilgrimage is often called the 'lesser pilgrimage' and can be performed within a few hours as it involves lesser rituals when compared to the major pilgrimage of Hajj. There are certain benefits of performing an Umrah in December for Muslims, especially those living in countries of Northern Europe. One of them is the holiday season that they get to enjoy during this month, especially in its last week. This is the time when most of the educational institutions and offices remain closed owing to Christmas and New Year celebrations. Muslims can make the m...

Umrah is one of the Islamic pilgrimages performed by numerous Muslims across the world by visiting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This pilgrimage is also known as the 'lesser pilgrimage' as it involves fewer rituals as compared to the major pilgrimage of Hajj. As the number of rituals is lesser in Umrah, it can be performed within a few hours. Although the lesser pilgrimage brings some great spiritual benefits for the pilgrim, it is not obligatory when compared to the major pilgrimage of Hajj. Another major aspect of Umrah is that it can be performed at any time during the year as compared to Hajj, which is performed in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah. Many of the Muslims residing in the United Kingdom also dream of visiting the holy city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia. The lack of adequate finances for making this journey still remains a major concern for most of them. However, the situation has improved a lot today as there are many tour operators in the UK today than ever before...