WINTER ZIYARAH:
A JOURNEY OF SPIRITUAL RENEWAL
Embark on a profound spiritual journey with us during the sacred winter break. Together, we will visit the holy cities of Makkah, Karbala, Najaf, and Mashhad, performing the rites of Umrah and paying homage to the shrines of our revered Imams. This spiritual retreat offers the perfect blend of devotion, reflection, and renewal. If you're seeking a meaningful, life-changing experience, choose from our exclusive Winter Ziyarah packages, and let your soul be refreshed and your faith renewed.
DAILY PROGRAMS: ZIYARAH & REFLECTION
DEC 18 - ARRIVAL IN MEDINA
Arrival: Land at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED), Medina.
Transfer: Private A/C transport to hotel near Masjid al-Nabawi.
Check-In: Settle into accommodations and rest.
Evening: Attend a welcome briefing covering Umrah rituals, local customs, and itinerary overview.
Spiritual Activity: Offer prayers at Masjid al-Nabawi,
DEC 19 - ZIYARAH OF MEDINA
Morning Ziyarah: Visit Jannat al-Baqi cemetery.
Explore Masjid Ghamama and Tour Mahalla Banu Hashim and Masjid Ali.
Afternoon: Free time for personal worship and reflection at Masjid al-Nabawi.
DEC 20 - HISTORIC TOUR OF MEDINA
Full-Day Excursion: Visit Masjid Quba, the first mosque built in Islam.
Tour Masjid al-Qiblatain, known for the change of Qibla.
Explore the Seven Mosques (Sab’ah Masajid) area.
Ascend Mount Uhud and visit the graves of martyrs, including Sayyiduna Hamza (ع).
View the site of the Battle of the Trench (Khandaq).
Evening: Return to hotel; rest and prepare for the journey to Mecca.​
DEC 21 - JOURNEY TO MECCA & UMRAH
Morning: Check out from Medina hotel.
Afternoon: Stop at Miqat (Dhul Hulayfah) to enter into Ihram.
Travel to Mecca via High-speed Train.
Check into hotel near Masjid al-Haram.
Evening: Perform Umrah rites: Tawaf, Sa’i between Safa and Marwah, Hair trimming, and Tawaf Nisa.
DEC 22 – ZIYARAH OF MECCA
Morning: Visit Jabal al-Rahmah in Arafat.
Tour Mina and Muzdalifah (sites of Hajj rituals).
Explore Masjid al-Khaif and Jamarat area.
Evening: Free time for personal worship and reflection at Masjid al-Haram.
DEC 23 – SPIRITUAL LANDMARK OF MECCA
Morning: Ascend Jabal al-Noor to see the Cave of Hira.
Visit Jabal al-Thawr, site of the Prophet's (PBUH) refuge during Hijrah.
Afternoon:Explore Masjid al-Jinn and Jannat al-Mu'alla cemetery.
Evening: Participate in a Q&A session addressing Umrah experiences and spiritual growth
Perform Tawaf al-Wada (farewell Tawaf) at Masjid al-Haram.
DEC 24 – DEPARTURES
Check-Out: Depart hotel and transfer to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah for return flight.
IRAQ
DEC 24 – ARRIVAL IN NAJAF
Arrival: Land at Baghdad International Airport and meet your Ahlulbayt Travels representative.
Transfer: Travel via private coach to Najaf, the city of knowledge and light.
Check-In: Settle into hotel accommodations near the Haram of Imam Ali (ع).
Evening Orientation: Group welcome briefing with overview of the Ziyarah experience, group etiquette, and reflections.
Spiritual Activity: Visit the shrine of Imam Ali (ع).
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DEC 25 – SPIRITUAL LANDMARK OF NAJAF
Morning: Visit Wadi-us-Salaam, the world’s largest cemetery.
Afternoon: Continue to Masjid Kufa, where Imam Ali (ع) led prayers and was ultimately struck.
Ziyarahs Include:
Muslim Ibn Aqeel (AS) – cousin of Imam Hussain (ع) and his ambassador to Kufa
Mukhtar al-Thaqafi (AS) – the revolutionary who avenged Karbala
Hani Ibn Urwah (ع) – loyal supporter of Muslim Ibn Aqeel
House of Imam Ali (ع) – preserved home of the Commander of the Faithful
Hazrat Mesum Tammar (ع) – close companion of Imam Ali (ع)
Evening: Return to Najaf for dinner and personal reflection.
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DEC 26 – HISTORIC MOSQUES OF NAJAF
Morning Ziyarah: Masjid Hannana – believed to have tilted in grief during the funeral procession of Imam Husayn (ع)
Masjid Kumail (ع) – associated with the heartfelt Dua Kumayl
Masjid Sahla – one of the holiest mosques, linked to the awaited reappearance of Imam Mahdi (عج)
Evening: Rest and spiritual preparation for the journey to Karbala.
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DEC 27 – JOURNEY TO KARBALA
Transfer: Depart Najaf and journey toward Karbala.
Check-In: Arrive at hotel near the shrines of the Ahlulbayt (ع) in Karbala.
Evening Ziyarah: Visit the blessed shrine of Imam Husayn (ع) and Abu al-Fadl al-Abbas (ع) .
Spiritual Time: Pray in the courtyards and reflect on the eternal legacy of Karbala.
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DEC 28 – SPIRITUAL LANDMARK OF KARBALA
Morning Ziyarah: Khaymaga Hussaini (ع) – site of the tents of the Ahlulbayt on the Day of Ashura
Tila-e-Zainabiya (س) – the elevated point where Lady Zainab (س) witnessed the battlefield
Muqam-e-Ali Akbar (ع) – site of the brave martyrdom of the son of Imam Hussain (ع)
Muqam-e-Ali Asghar (ع) – place of the infant martyr’s sacrifice
Muqam-e-Imam Zamana (عج) – associated with the hidden Imam
Muqam of Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (AS)
Muqam-e-Al Qama
Evening: Free time for individual Ziyarah or group reflection.
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DEC 29 – FULL-DAY EXCURSION TO KHADIMIYA & SAMARRA
Morning Departure: Spiritual road trip to: Kadhimiya and Samarra
Kadhimiya Ziyarahs:
Imam Musa al-Kazim (ع) – the 7th Imam, known for his unmatched patience and devotion
Imam Muhammad al-Taqi (ع) – the 9th Imam, remembered for his vast knowledge from a young age
Samarra Ziyarahs:
Imam Ali al-Hadi (ع) – the 10th Imam, known as the model of humility and wisdom
Imam Hasan al-Askari (ع) – the 11th Imam, whose life was marked by secrecy and strength
Sardab (The Sacred Cellar) – the place associated with the occultation of Imam al-Mahdi (عج)
Evening Return: Head back to Karbala after a powerful day of connection to the legacy of the Imams.​​
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DEC 30 – COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & FINAL ZIYARAHS
Morning Visits:Orphanage Outreach: Engage in a meaningful community visit to support local children and reflect on givingZiyarah at:
Hazrat Hur (ع) – the general who joined Imam Hussain’s side on Ashura
Tiflan-e-Muslim (ع) – young sons of Muslim Ibn Aqeel (AS), martyred in cold blood
Evening: Final reflections, group dua, and spiritual closure before departure.
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DEC 31 – DEPARTURES FROM KARBALA
Check-Out: Depart from your hotel in Karbala.
Transfer: Private transport to Baghdad International Airport for return flights.
Farewell: Leave Iraq spiritually transformed, carrying the light of the Ahlulbayt (ع) in your heart.
IRAN
DEC 31 – ARRIVAL IN MASHHAD & ZIYARAH OF IMAM REZA (ع)
Arrival: Arrive at Mashhad International Airport and meet your Ahlulbayt Travels representative.
Transfer: Private coach transport to your hotel near the Haram of Imam Reza (ع).
Check-In: Settle into your accommodations and prepare for your first Ziyarah.
Welcome Briefing: Group orientation covering Iran’s sacred sites, cultural customs, and daily schedule.
Spiritual Activity: Perform your first Ziyarah of Imam Ali ibn Musa al-Reza (ع), the 8th Imam of Ahlulbayt, whose shrine is a beacon of divine light and healing.
JAN 1 – SPIRITUAL TOUR OF MASHHAD & HARAM COMPLEX
Morning: Guided tour of the Haram of Imam Reza (ع) including its historical courtyards and central museum featuring Islamic relics.
Afternoon: Experience the Dastarkhwan (blessed meal) of Imam Reza (ع), a spiritual tradition rooted in generosity and Barakah.
Evening: Free time for additional personal Ziyarah and reflection.
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JAN 2 – EXCURSION TO NISHAPOUR & QADAMGAH OF IMAM REZA (ع)
Day Trip: Journey to Nishapour, a historically rich city visited by Imam Reza (ع) during his journey to Khorasan.
Visit the Qadamgah of Imam Reza (ع) – the site where the Imam’s footsteps are honored and preserved.
Evening: Return to Mashhad for rest and evening Ziyarah at the Haram.
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JAN 3 – JOURNEY TO QOM & ZIYARAH OF LADY MASOOMA (س)
Transfer: Travel to Qom, the center of religious scholarship and devotion in Iran.
Check-In: Arrive and settle into accommodations near the shrine.
Spiritual Activity: Perform Ziyarah of Lady Fatima al-Masooma (س)
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JAN 4 – JAMKARAN MOSQUE & FAREWELL PROGRAM
Morning: Visit Masjid Jamkaran, a mosque deeply connected to Imam Mahdi (عج) and frequented by pilgrims from across the world.
Afternoon: Participate in a majlis (gathering) at the Haram of Lady Masooma (س), commemorating her noble virtues and legacy.
Q&A Session & Reflections: Join scholars and fellow travelers in a closing session to reflect on your journey and share personal experiences.
JAN 5 – DEPARTURES FROM QOM
Check-Out: Depart from your hotel in Qom.
Transfer: Private coach to Imam Khomeini International Airport in Tehran for your return flight.
Farewell: Conclude your sacred journey through the blessed lands of the Ahlulbayt (ع) with hearts full of peace, purpose, and prayer.
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