Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira
The mountain where the first verses of the Quran were revealed to the Prophet ﷺ.
Umrah / Masjid al-Haram
Makkah al-Mukarramahالمسجد الحرام
Masjid al‑Haram
The most sacred masjid on earth and the home of the Kaaba, the qiblah of every Muslim in every prayer. This is where your Umrah is performed, and where KBM Tours pilgrims spend four nights a short walk from its gates.
The House of Allah
Where every prayer turns
At the center of Masjid al-Haram stands the Kaaba, the House of Allah, raised by Prophet Ibrahim and his son Ismail, peace be upon them. Millions of pilgrims circle it every year, and a single prayer here carries a reward like no other.
For many of our pilgrims, the first sight of the Kaaba is the moment they have waited for all their lives. Our team walks with the group into the Haram for that first moment, and through every step of the Umrah that follows.
- Hotels near the Haram and in the Clock Tower
- Umrah performed together, guided by our group leader
- Four nights in Makkah on our group Umrah
Umrah step by step
The rites of Umrah
Umrah takes a few hours to perform. Before you travel, we explain every step in our online preparation session, and in Makkah our team performs it together with you.
الإحرام
Ihram at the Miqat
Bathe, put on the Ihram garments and make your intention for Umrah at the Miqat. On our group this is Dhul Hulayfah, on the way from Madinah.
التلبية
Talbiyah
From the Miqat onwards, recite the Talbiyah: Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk. Here I am, O Allah, here I am.
الطواف
Tawaf
Circle the Kaaba seven times, starting from the line of the Black Stone, with the Kaaba on your left.
مقام إبراهيم
Prayer and Zamzam
Pray two rak’ahs near Maqam Ibrahim if there is space, then drink the blessed water of Zamzam.
السعي
Sa’i
Walk seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah, remembering Hajar’s search for water for her son Ismail.
الحلق والتقصير
Halq or Taqsir
Men shave or shorten their hair, and women trim a small lock. Your Umrah is complete, and the restrictions of Ihram are lifted.
Inside the Haram
Places you will see
Our group leader points out each of these on your first visit, so you can find your way on your own for the rest of your stay.
The Kaaba and the Mataf
The House of Allah, draped in the black and gold kiswah, and the open courtyard around it where Tawaf is performed day and night.
The Black Stone
Set in the eastern corner of the Kaaba, it marks the start and end of every circuit of Tawaf.
Maqam Ibrahim
The station of Prophet Ibrahim, peace be upon him, near the Kaaba, where pilgrims pray after Tawaf.
Hijr Ismail
The semicircular area beside the Kaaba. Praying inside it is like praying inside the Kaaba itself.
Safa and Marwah
The two hills, now inside the masjid, between which pilgrims walk for Sa’i.
Zamzam
The blessed water that has flowed since the time of Hajar and Ismail, available everywhere in the Haram.
Historic Makkah
Our guided tour of Makkah
On our group Umrah, one morning is set aside for a guided tour of the sites where the story of Islam began. We are back at the hotel by lunch.
Arafat and Jabal al-Rahmah
The plain where pilgrims stand on the day of Arafah, and the Mount of Mercy at its center.
The Clock Tower
The towers next to the Haram, where our recent groups have stayed just a short walk from the masjid.
Jabal Thawr
The mountain cave where the Prophet ﷺ sheltered during the Hijrah to Madinah.
Mina and Muzdalifah
The valley of tents and the open plain that fill with millions of pilgrims during Hajj.
Jannat al-Mu’alla
The historic cemetery of Makkah, resting place of many of the Prophet’s family, including Khadijah, his beloved wife.
Good to know
Tips for your days in Makkah
Set up Nusuk before you flyYour Umrah permit is issued in the Nusuk app. We help every pilgrim set it up before departure.
Drink plenty of waterMakkah can be very hot. Zamzam is available throughout the masjid, so drink often during Tawaf and Sa’i.
Carry a small shoe bagTake your shoes with you inside the masjid, so you can leave from any gate.
Choose your timeLate night and after Fajr are often calmer times for Tawaf, especially for elders and children.
Agree a meeting pointThe Haram is vast. Our group always fixes a meeting point, such as a numbered gate, before going in.
Make a list of duasWrite down the duas you want to make for yourself and your family before you arrive.
Plan your Umrah
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Questions
About Umrah in Makkah
What is the best time to perform Tawaf?
The mataf around the Kaaba is often calmer late at night after Isha, or in the hours after Fajr. Our group leader times the group’s Umrah to avoid the heaviest crowds where possible.
Do I need a permit to perform Umrah?
Yes. Every pilgrim needs an Umrah permit in the official Nusuk app before entering Makkah for Umrah. We help every pilgrim in our group set this up.
Can women and children perform Umrah with the group?
Yes. Many families perform Umrah with us, including young children and elders. Our staff walk with the group through Tawaf and Sa’i, and wheelchairs can be arranged for anyone who needs one.
Can I perform more than one Umrah?
Many pilgrims choose to perform another Umrah on the free day. Our team can explain how and take you to the Miqat at Masjid at-Tan’im if you wish.
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