A Tale of Two Cities
We are excited to present our annual umrah trip, a unique opportunity created especially for converts to Islam to visit the holy lands in a supportive and welcoming group.
Our journey begins in Manchester, travelling together to Medina and then on to Mecca for a truly life-changing spiritual experience. The trip includes daily reminders, visits to historical sites, guided excursions, and sessions with local scholars, all designed to help you feel confident, connected, and spiritually uplifted throughout your journey.
- Prayers in congregation
- Daily classes
- Daily guided umrah in Mecca
- Visit to the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina
- Visits to historical landmarks
- Visits to prominent historical mosques
- Visits to museums and exhibitions
- Meeting with local scholars
- Socialising and discussions
- Shopping
Please note that there are only 50 spaces available. Your place will be secured after filling out the registration form and making the first payment. We are unable to hold any spaces without full payment.
Departure from Manchester: Thursday 22nd October 3.30pm
Departure from Mecca: Monday 2nd November 4am
Cost per person:
Full Package (with flights):
Double: £2,035
Triple: £1,835
Quad: £1,780
Land Package (without flights):
Double: £1,235
Triple: £1,035
Quad: £990
Full Package Monthly (x4 payments):
Double: £560
Triple: £510
Quad: £499
Land Package Monthly (x4 payments):
Double: £360
Triple: £310
Quad: £299
We recommend that you avoid the quad room unless you are a family of four or have been to umrah before.
additional information
Hotels
Mecca: Address Jabal Omar* A newly built 5-star hotel of the highest standards with a free 5 minute shuttle service to the mosque and back.
Medina: Shaza Regency Plaza* A highly-rated 5-star hotel, very close to popular food courts.
Breakfast is included.
Both are within 5-10 minutes’ walking distance of the sacred mosques.
If your selected room choice isn’t full, you’ll be moved to a different room, which may result in an extra charge.
*Subject to change
Travel
For those who have flights booked, the exact flight details are as follows, supplied by Qatar Airlines:
1 . 22OCT MAN to DOH 2145 to 0635
2 . 23OCT DOH to MED 0730 to 0955
Return:
3 . 02NOV JED to DOH 0410 to 0620
4 . 02NOV DOH to MAN 0745 to 1230
You are responsible for arranging your own transport to and from Manchester Airport. Luggage allowance is normally 7kg cabin luggage and 30kg holding luggage.
All other transport, including visits to heritage sites within Saudi Arabia are provided for. However, if you request the train option from Medina to Mecca, there will be a fee of £70. You will be responsible for your own luggage at all times.
Health Requirements
A Covid-19 vaccine is not currently required for umrah. Please check the Saudi embassy for updated health requirements.
There are many hospitals which provide free healthcare for pilgrims. There are also some private, fee-charging hospitals. Over-the-counter medicines are widely available.
If you are pregnant or suffer from severe mental or physical health problems, we will require a fit-to-fly certificate from your GP.
Payment
Payment must be made upon registration, otherwise the application will be rejected.
A choice to pay in 4 monthly installments is available at a slightly additional cost. e.g.:
Double: £520 x4 = £2,080
Triple: £480 x4 = £1,920
Quad: £460 x4 = £1,840*
Prices are for illustrative purposes only
Refunds cannot be given once flights are booked; if you cannot make it, then we encourage you to find someone else to fill your space.
Children
Children are allowed to come but you must ensure you are with them at all times. New Beginnings assumes no liability for any injury caused to children.
You must register each child individually mentioning the name of the parent on the application form. A maximum of 2 children are permitted to come. Any child over 2 years old will incur the same costs as an adult.
Couples & non-convert Muslims
Heritage Muslim spouses can come too; they must register individually and include their spouse’s name on the registration.
There are also limited spaces for heritage/non-convert Muslims to join. This will depend on rigorous vetting from us.
Visas
E-Visa waivers are included in the final price, please make sure that you have at least 6 months remaining on your passport at the time of travel. The waiver does not include travel insurance, unlike a full visa. If you are travelling on a visa waiver, then you must purchase your own travel insurance.
If you wish to arrange your own visa, you can do so at a reduction of £35 in the total price.
Cancellation
If you cancel for any reason, we cannot guarantee a refund. We encourage you to try and find someone else to take your space. If we have a waiting list, we will most certainly try and offer your space to others.
Visits & Tours
Visits to locations within Saudia Arabia of special interest will be provided, such as Mount Hira, Arafat, Quba Mosque, Mosque of the 2 Qiblahs, Badr, and Uhud.
Visits to the new museums and exhibitions will also be arranged.
See What Others Are Saying About Our Umrahs
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Salaam!
Absolutely loved this Umrah trip — it felt so well planned and full of heart. The classes were brilliant, mashallah.
Fab organising such a big trip, we had an amazing time!
This was such a spiritually uplifting trip. I loved the brotherhood and the group vibe — everyone looked out for each other. The Ziyarah was a real highlight for me, and the laundry service deserves its own 5 stars 😂. Both scholars delivered excellent sessions. May Allah bless you all for your efforts!
The trip was smooth, organised, and full of laughter and learning. The scholars’ sessions were both inspiring in their own way. Loved every bit of it. I’ve already recommended NB to a few friends!
By far the best itinerary I have experienced. It all went smoothly, and I learnt so much from this trip. The classes were brilliant. I actually learnt a lot this year, however, I only attended 2 classes last year, but attended most of them this year. Keep these classes all the time.
I can go on all night, but this was the best experience. I got this whole feedback from about 3 or 4 people from the group but overall the best value for money and the best Umrah group! May Allah accept it from us all.
It’s been an indescribable experience beyond all my expectations, and I’m so grateful to have shared it with an amazing bunch of people.
I have seen my fair share of groups throughout my lifetime and I have to say this was the best group. The price was spot on and value for money and the hotels were really nice.
Honestly, it was one of the best decisions I have ever made for myself, alhamdulillah. It was such a special trip. Something very special about praying with a group of sisters, learning together, eating together, finding our way around the mosques together ❤️.
I did Umrah with New Beginnings last October, and I 100% recommend it! I don’t normally go for organised group trips, but this experience was amazing alhamdulillah.