The Perfect 10-Day Umrah Itinerary 2026: Jeddah > Makkah > Madinah

The Perfect 10-Day Umrah Itinerary 2026: Jeddah > Makkah > Madinah

Last Updated: December 3, 2025

Planning an Umrah trip can feel like a puzzle.

• How many days in Makkah?
• When should I go to Madinah?
• Will I have time for shopping?

Most pilgrims make the mistake of packing too much into the first few days, getting exhausted, and then falling sick.

I've designed this 10-Day Itinerary to be the perfect balance of worship (Ibadah), rest, and sightseeing. It assumes you are landing in Jeddah and flying out of Madinah (or returning to Jeddah).

Day 1: Arrival & The First Umrah

• Morning/Afternoon: Land at Jeddah Airport (JED).
• The Move: Take your pre-booked private transfer to Makkah. Don't stress about taxis now. Just get to the hotel.
• Check-in: Drop bags, shower, and rest for 2 hours. Do not skip the rest.
• Evening: Perform your Umrah. The evening air is cooler, and the crowd often thins out after Isha.
• Dinner: Al Baik (You have to try it once!) or a light meal near the hotel.

Day 2: Rest & Haram Connection

• Focus: Recover from travel.
• Prayers: Try to pray all 5 prayers in the Haram.
• Activity: Just sit in front of the Kaaba. Make dua. Soak it in.
• Tip: Drink plenty of Zamzam. It's the best energy drink.

Day 3: Makkah Ziyarat (History Day)

• Morning (7:00 AM): Book a Ziyarat tour to visit:
  • Jabal Thawr (Cave of Migration)
  • Jabal Al-Noor (Cave of Hira) - View from bottom unless you are fit to hike.
  • Mina, Arafat, Muzdalifah (The Hajj route).
• Afternoon: Rest and Dhuhr/Asr in Haram.

Day 4: Free Day / Shopping

• Activity: Explore the Clock Tower mall or the markets in Aziziyah for gifts (prayer mats, perfumes).
• Evening: Tawaf. Try to do a voluntary Tawaf after midnight when it's quieter.

Day 5: The Journey to Madinah

• Morning: Check out of Makkah hotel.
• The Move: Travel to Madinah.
  • Option A: Haramain Train (Fast, but you need taxi to/from stations).
  • Option B: Private Car (Door-to-door, scenic route, stop for tea).
• Arrival: Check into Madinah hotel. The vibe here is instantly more peaceful.
• Evening: Salam to the Prophet (ﷺ).

Day 6: The Rawdah & Riaz-ul-Jannah

• The Big Event: Your pre-booked Nusuk slot for the Rawdah.
• Note: Arrive 30 minutes early. The angels are present here. Pour your heart out.

Day 7: Madinah Ziyarat (Sunnah Day)

• Morning (7:00 AM): Visit Masjid Quba.
  • Hadith: Wudu at home + Prayer in Quba = Reward of Umrah.
• Next: Mount Uhud (Visit the Martyrs' cemetery).
• Next: Masjid Qiblatain and The Seven Mosques.

Day 8: Spiritual Reflection

• Focus: Spend as much time as possible in Masjid An Nabawi.
• Activity: Read Quran. The peace in this mosque is unlike anywhere else on earth.

Day 9: Last Shopping & Farewell

• Shopping: Dates! Buy Ajwa dates from the Madinah date market. They are fresh and cheaper here.
• Evening: The Farewell Salam. It's emotional. Promise yourself you will come back.

Day 10: Departure

• The Move: Transfer to Madinah Airport (MED) or drive back to Jeddah Airport (JED).
• Tip: If driving back to Jeddah (4.5 hours), book a comfortable SUV so you can sleep on the way.

Why This Itinerary Works

It gives you buffer time. It doesn't rush you. And it prioritizes the most important thing: your connection with Allah.

Need help with the logistics? We can handle all the driving for you.

• Jeddah Airport -> Makkah
• Makkah -> Madinah
• Makkah/Madinah Ziyarat
• Madinah -> Airport

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