For Pakistani pilgrims, 4th of Zil Hajj is the last day to enter Saudi Arabia for performing Hajj. However, this policy vary country to country and Saudi Airline can take Hajj pilgrims till 6th of Zil Hajj.
For Pakistani pilgrims, 14th of Zil Hajj is the 1st day to leave Saudi Arabia after performance of Hajj. This policy again vary country to country.
There are 3 main different types of Hajj;
It is also known as the isolated Hajj, Hajj-ul-Ifrad is performed by the residents of Miqat, haram,
and Jeddah. While the pilgrims do wear ihram, they do so only to perform Hajj, not to perform Umrah.
It is this intention that differentiates Hajj-ul-Ifrad from the rest of the forms of Hajj, both of
which involve Umrah.
As a Mufrid, you are not supposed to exit the state of ihram until you’re done throwing stones at
Jamarat. The practice of stoning Jamrah Al Aqabah is performed on the day of Eid. Although you are
not required to offer animal sacrifice when performing Hajj-ul-Ifrad, you may do so if you want to.
Hajj-ul-Qiran
Hajj-ul-Qiran is truly a blessing for Muslims who live far away from the sacred Mosque, Masjid
al-Haram. It allows them to perform both Hajj and Umrah in a single visit. In fact, the Qarin (a
person who performs Hajj-ul-Qiran) must enter the state of ihram with the intention to perform both
Hajj and Umrah.
The pilgrim is supposed to perform Umrah first and then proceed for Hajj. Regardless of the length
of duration between the two rituals, the Qarin must perform Hajj and Umrah in the same ihram.
Upon arriving at Masjid al-Haram, Makkah, the pilgrim begins with Tawaf and Sai’e, the two key
rituals Umrah. After performing Umrah, you should not clip your hair or shave until you’ve performed
Hajj and offered animal sacrifice. Keep in mind that animal sacrifice is a mandatory in
Hajj-ul-Qiran, unlike the case for Hajj-ul-Ifrad.
Hajj-ul-Tamattu
Hajj-ul-Tamattu is the third type of Hajj, and the person performing this Hajj is referred to as
Mutamatti. Again, the pilgrim is supposed to perform Umrah before Hajj, but he is not obliged to
perform the two rituals in the same ihram.
A Mutamatti enters the state of Ihram with the intention of performing Umrah only. Once the Umrah is
performed, the pilgrim exits the state of Ihram and put on a new Ihram when proceeding to Hajj on
the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah. This way, the pilgrim is relieved of the restrictions imposed by Ihram
during the time between Umrah and Hajj.
t’s important to understand here that Umrah must be performed during the Hajj season. Any Umrah that
is performed before the start of Shawwal or during the days of Hajj is considered invalid. Also,
anyone who performs Umrah as part of Hajj-ul-Tamattu can’t leave without performing Hajj. No matter
what, they must perform Hajj before going back to their destinations.
As in the case of Hajj-ul-Qiran, a pilgrim must offer animal sacrifice when performing
Hajj-ul-Tamattu. If for some reason, you can’t offer animal sacrifice, you must do a 10-day fasting
as a substitute. However, do not fast during the day of Eid-ul-Adha; it’s forbidden to fast on any
of the Eid days.
Hajj Tamattu is the most type of Hajj that is performed by the pilgrims. It is performed as briefly narrated hereunder;
The Saudi Hajj ministry has allowed women to perform the pilgrimage without a male relative or Mehram. This is if they go in a group
This largely depends on individual preference. One of the considerations may be the ease of
travelling, especially for those with flight time of over 6-8 hours. If you are travelling to
Madinah before Hajj you don’t need to be in the state of Ihram and your travelling is quite similar
to a regular international travel. Apart from this convenience, it is comparatively easy and quicker
at Madinah Airport to get through immigration, collect luggage and to arrange private pickups as
compare to Makkah / Jeddah Airport.
If you choose Madinah after Hajj, you might face more challenges. There’s more paperwork, and you’ll
need to travel for about 2 hours to reach Mecca. After arrival, you might have to wait at the
terminal for 2 to 3 hours after immigration and getting your luggage. Private transportation options
can be tricky to manage in Jeddah, and is expensive as well.
However, this decision remains linked with specific requirement of the pilgrim and the package that
is selected for performance of Hajj. At Riaz we offer packages for both “Madinah
before Hajj”
and “Madinah after Hajj” to cater varying requirements of our valued guests.
There may be three types of Qurbani;
The last type, Eid Qurbani, is something that Hujjaj can arrange in their home countries. However, Riaz Travels may provide assistance at additional cost if the guest wants to do Eid Qurbani in Makkah.
On the 9th Zil Hajj, the pilgrims have to reach Arafat before noon Here they offer supplications, repent for sins they have committed, seek the mercy of Allah and listen to the sermon delivered by Islamic scholars. They stay in Arafat from noon till sunset, known as wuquf. It is said to be one of the most important rites of Hajj. The pilgrims need to spend the afternoon in Arafat or else the Hajj is regarded as being invalid. The pilgrims leave Arafat before Maghrib prayers and offer Maghrib and Isha prayers in Muzdalifah
Mina is a valley that is surrounded by mountains. Pilgrims spend the nights of 9th, 11th and 12th of
Zil Hajj here. They occasionally can spend the night of the 13th here as well.
It is important to stay in Mina because pilgrims spend a full day as well as night within the tents
located at Mina. This is knowns as Layali al Tashriq. Pilgrims will read the Holy Quran and offer
prayers. They will worship Allah SWT and perform Zikr. They also listen to Islamic lectures.
The night of 10th Zil Hajj is spent at Muzdalifah. This will be under the open sky and the Hujjaj pray to Almighty Allah for His blessings and forgiveness. Here pilgrims will gather pebbles to throw at the pillars of Jamarat.
When at Muzdalifah the pilgrim can pray to Allah SWT. They will ask for blessings and forgiveness. Here they can rest to prepare themselves for the next three days of Hajj
Seven small stones are thrown at Jamarat.
Hajj includes a series of rituals which are offered by Hujjaj in and around Mecca and cover a period of five to six days.
There is no obligatory dua that you need to recite during Tawaf. You can read the verses that are
from the Holy Quran. You may take the name of Allah. One can recite personal Duas in any language.
There are some recommended Duas that you can read while circling around the Holy Kaaba.
Ali ibn Talib (RA) recited the following dua:
سْمِ اللَّهِ وَاللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُمَّ إِيْمَاناً بِكَ وَتَصْدِيْقاً بِكِتَابِكَ،
وَوَفَاءً
بِعَهْدِكَ، وَاتِّبَاعاً لِسُنَّةِ نَبِيِّكَ مُحَمَّدْ
Translation: In the name of Allah, Allah is the greatest. O Allah, out of faith in You, conviction
in Your book, in fulfilment of Your covenant, and in emulation of Your Prophet’s Sunnah (PBUH).
[Al-Tabarani]
At the Rukn al-Yamani
It is recorded by Ibn Majah, that whoever recites the following Dua at the Yemeni corner, seventy
thousand angels say “Amin” to it:
There is no obligatory dua that you need to recite during Tawaf. You can read the verses that are
from the Holy Quran. You may take the name of Allah. One can recite personal Duas in any language.
There are some recommended Duas that you can read while circling around the Holy Kaaba.
Ali ibn Talib (RA) recited the following dua:
سْمِ اللَّهِ وَاللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُمَّ إِيْمَاناً بِكَ وَتَصْدِيْقاً بِكِتَابِكَ،
وَوَفَاءً
بِعَهْدِكَ، وَاتِّبَاعاً لِسُنَّةِ نَبِيِّكَ مُحَمَّدْ
Translation: In the name of Allah, Allah is the greatest. O Allah, out of faith in You,
conviction
in Your book, in fulfilment of Your covenant, and in emulation of Your Prophet’s Sunnah (PBUH).
[Al-Tabarani]
At the Rukn al-Yamani
اللهم إني أسألك العفو والعافية في الدنيا والآخرة
Translation: O Allah, I ask You for Your forgiveness and protection in this life
and the next.
Between the Rukn al-Yamani and the Hajar al-Aswad
The following supplication was recited by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH):
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِيْ الدُنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَّفِيْ الآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَّقِنَا عَذَابَ
النَار
Translation: O our Lord, grant us the good of this world, the good of the Hereafter, and
save us
from the punishment of the fire.
Generally speaking, there is no other supplication specified in the Sunnah to recite during
the
Tawaf. One should endeavour to recite as many supplications and remembrance they can from their
heart at this point.
Sa’i tends to be the ritualistic walking that occurs between the two mountains that are of Safa and Marwa. Between the green lights you need to slowly run without affecting other Hujjaj.
When going between Safa and Marwa one should say:
رَبِّ اغْفِر وَارحَم، تَجَاوَز عَمَّا تَعلَمْ، إِنَّكَ أنتَ الأَعَزُّ الأَكرَمُ .الَلَّهُمَّ آتِنَا
فِي الدُّنيَا حَسَنَةً وَ فِي الآخِرةِ حَسَنةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Translation: Oh my Lord, forgive, have mercy, and pardon that which You know. Truly You are
the Most
Mighty, the Most Noble. Oh Allah, grant us good in this world and in the Hereafter, and protect
us
from the punishment of Hell-Fire.
Riaz Travels Hajj Group choose the locations of Azizia accommodations very carefully. One of the
things
Riaz Travels Hajj Group consider is making it easy for you to reach the Jamarat bus station and
escalators. You only have to walk to this station or point twice to perform Ramy. Hajj.
Riaz Travels Hajj Group’s accommodations are in a good spot that’s convenient for daily activities,
traffic flow to the Haram, and getting taxis or other transportation. On the 10th and 11th days of
Zil Hajj, when you need to go to the Jamarat escalators or the Jamarat bus station, it’s a short
walk. For older folks and kids, Riaz Travels Hajj Group has handy carts and air-conditioned vans
(subject to approvals) to help you cover this short distance of a few hundred meters.
New pilgrims often have a question: “How do we get from Azizia to the Haram for our daily prayers?”
Well, Riaz Travels Hajj Group has made it simple. They’ve set up a special bus service just for
this,
and you can find the schedule on boards and screens. Here’s how it works: All the buses take you to
a certain point. From there, you switch to buses that go right to the Haram through a tunnel. This
is how you get there and back. The bus service goes until the 4th of Zil Hajj and then starts up
again after the 14th of Zil Hajj. This follows the local rules, so you can easily reach the Haram
for your daily prayers.
Now, if you don’t want to take the bus, you have other choices. You can get to the Haram by taxi,
Careem, Uber, or even Makkah’s public transport. There’s an app you can use to manage this. When you
hop in a taxi, just tell the driver to drop you under the Ajyad tunnel, which is a well-known spot
above the tunnel gate called Abdul Aziz of Haram. Taxi prices can vary, and you can usually
negotiate. On average, it might cost around SAR50 to SAR100 each way. But during the busiest Hajj
days (the 10th, 11th, and 12th of Zil Hajj), some taxi drivers might charge SAR50 to SAR100 per
person for those days.
Usually, between the 10th and 12th of Zil Hajj, most pilgrims (hujjaj) make a single visit to the
Haram for Tawaf-e-Ziarat. If you’ve opted for Ar Rahim one-way bus service to the Haram’s Bus
Terminal on the 10th or 11th Zil Hajj (subject to availability, and this service is not included in
the package cost), you will only need to cover the expense of a one-way taxi ride back to your
Azizia accommodation. To be on the safe side, it’s a good idea to budget around USD$100 per person
for potential taxi expenses from the 5th to the 13th of Zil Hajj. Also, it’s always prudent to have
some extra cash on hand.
Tawaf-e-Ziarat: Tawaf-e-Ziarat, also known as the “Tawaf of Ifadah,” is an
obligation (one of Faraiz) for all Hajj pilgrims. This significant ritual occurs on the 10th, 11th,
or even the 12th of Zil Hajj, before sunset. After returning from Muzdalifah, many pilgrims follow a
specific sequence of rites, including symbolic stoning of the devil (Rami) on the first day,
offering Hajj Qurbani (animal sacrifice), getting a haircut, and removing the Ihram. Following these
steps, pilgrims perform Tawaf-e-Ziarat, which can be done while wearing regular clothing. After
Tawaf-e-Ziarat, it’s customary for pilgrims to engage in Sa’i, the ritual walks between Safa and
Marwah.
Tawaf-e-Wida: Tawaf-e-Vida, known as the Farewell Tawaf as well, is conducted as
pilgrims prepare to
depart from Makkah, marking the conclusion of their Hajj pilgrimage. This Tawaf takes place after
all other Hajj rituals have been fulfilled. Unlike other specific days, there is no set day for
Tawaf-e-Wida; it can be performed during the pilgrim’s final visit to the Kaaba before leaving
Makkah.
Upon your arrival at your hotel or accommodation in Makkah, here is a straightforward guide for your first Umrah;
This makes your first Umrah experience smoother and more fulfilling.
The key distinctions for Category A camps in Mina, with additional details:
Category B camps in Mina, offer below services;
sCategory C camps in Mina, offer below services;
Category D camps in Mina, offer below services;
“Mashair” refers to the important holy places that pilgrims visit. These places include Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah. During this journey, pilgrims spend at least five (05) days in these locations:
These days in the Mashair are a vital part of the Hajj journey, with specific rituals and prayers performed at each location.
Arafat day is a most important part of the Hajj, on the 9th of Zil Hajj. Pilgrims remain in Arafat
from noon till sunset of the 9th Zil Hajj. This stay is referred to as “waqoof-e-Arafat,” it’s
preferrable for pilgrims to arrive in Arafat early in the morning of the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah or, at
the latest, before noon.
For Category A, buses typically commence their journey at 4 am, right after Fajr prayers and before
sunrise. However, this timing may be adjusted per local regulations and traffic conditions.
In Categories B, C, and D, the journey from Mina to Arafat starts after dinner and Isha prayers of
8th Zil Hajj, generally at around 11 pm. The purpose is to ensure that all pilgrims reach the Arafat
camps well in advance of the Fajr prayers. This early arrival allows them to rest before and after
Fajr, preparing for their worship starting at noon. Buses are conveniently parked near the Arafat
camps. Moving during the night offers certain advantages, such as reduced traffic and additional
time to reach Arafat. In Category A, the possibility of departing after Fajr depends on local
conditions and permissions
Category A Camps in Arafat offer the following features and services:
Waqoof-e-Arafat: The main Hajj ritual is the “waqoof-e-Arafat,” which takes place on the 9th of Zil Hajj. This stay in Arafat is from noon to sunset.
In Category A, Riaz Travels provides high-quality, latest model buses with seat-to-seat sitting for all Hujajj. These luxury buses are equipped with ambient lighting, toilets, cold water, drinks, and sometimes sleeping bags for use in Muzdalifa.
Category B Camps in Arafat offer services:
In Category B as well, Riaz Travels provides high-quality, latest model buses with seat-to-seat sitting for all Hujajj. These luxury buses are equipped with ambient lighting, toilets, cold water, drinks, and sometimes sleeping bags for use in Muzdalifa.
Category C & D Camps in Arafat offer the following services:
Muzdalifah Stay Guidelines:
Accommodation Arrangements:
It’s essential to be mentally prepared for this unique and challenging experience. After spending two days in the state of ihram following their journey from Mina and Arafat, pilgrims may find staying on the roadside with small rocks and buses moving around to be unsettling. However, by discussing their expectations with riaz travels representatives or seeking advice from those who have experienced Muzdalifah before, pilgrims can better prepare themselves.
Snacks in Muzdalifah:
Movement Out of Muzdalifah:
Please note that Jamarat bus service can be unpredictable due to rush and bus availability, without prior notice, and without responsibility
Handling of Pakistani Passports during the entire Hajj journey / trip involves unique international travel procedures:
Hajj pilgrims (Hujjaj) may notice that Saudi authorities handle passports of different nationalities differently. Our focused and below guidelines and procedures are based on Pakistani Machine Readable Passport with Valid Hajj Visa Only.
In short, handling of Pakistani passports during Hajj follows specific Saudi guidelines and is a legal requirement for the pilgrimage. It’s important to adhere to these guidelines to ensure a smooth and trouble-free Hajj experience. Nonetheless, maintaining a scanned copy of your passport and complying with necessary procedures will contribute to a smooth Hajj experience.
Hajj packages are typically categorized into two main subcategories: shifting (fix Azizia) packages and non-shifting (fix Makkah hotel) packages. Within these categories, pilgrims are presented with a diverse array of options to suit their varying budgets, preferences, and specific requirements. These choices encompass factors such as the type of accommodation, budget constraints, room preferences, hotel star ratings, service quality, and proximity to the Haram. Pilgrims carefully select from these options based on their individual preferences, financial considerations, and any recommendations they may have received. Additionally, further categorization occurs based on Maktab categories, which are tailored to specific Mashair Hajj days.
Shifting Packages (Azizia Packages)
Non-Shifting Packages (Fix Makkah Packages)
These accommodations ensure pilgrims enjoy unparalleled services and comfort, with effortless access to the Haram throughout their pilgrimage.