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Umrah Retreat with Ustadh Mohamad Baajour

January 2026

Join us for a spiritually uplifting journey to the Holy Cities with Ustadh Mohamad Baajour, carefully designed to deepen your connection with Allah and provide practical guidance for living your faith. This retreat will offer a blend of learning, reflection, and worship, while traveling in the company of like-minded believers.

Your experience will include hotel accommodation at Voco Hotel in Makkah and Al Sham Hotel in Madinah, daily breakfast, and guided Ziyarah visits. Join Ustadh Mohamad Baajour for spiritual sessions designed to strengthen your connection with Allah ﷻ and deepen your understanding of faith. Ground transport will be provided throughout the journey to ensure a smooth and spiritually fulfilling Umrah experience.

Travel Dates: 8th – 17th January 2026

Exclusive to South Africa and Botswana

Limited seats available — book early to secure your place.

Get to Know Your Guide: Ustadh Mohamad Baajour

Ustadh Mohamad Baajour is a distinguished Islamic scholar and educator, specializing in Dawah and the philosophy of Islam. With deep expertise in theology, jurisprudence, and comparative religious studies, he is renowned for his engaging teaching methods and profound insights into the principles of Islam.

Since January 2015, Ustadh Baajour has served as the Director of Tarbiyyah (Education) and Community Development at EPIC in Texas, USA. Originally from Lebanon, he has lived in the United States for over 35 years, contributing to community development and interfaith dialogue while pursuing advanced studies in Islamic Education at Mishkah University.

His inspiring approach has touched the lives of Muslims worldwide, making him an ideal guide for this unique Umrah retreat.

Ustadh Mohamad Baajour

Umrah Retreat with Ustadh Mohamad Baajour

A spiritually uplifting journey to the Holy Cities

Retreat Dates & Pricing

8th – 17th January 2026

Package Pricing:

  • R20,000 ≈ P14,600 – Triple Sharing
  • R21,000 ≈ P15,330 – Double Sharing

Flights from approximately R13,100 (JNB) – subject to date and travel agent

A deposit of R10,000 ≈ P7,300 is required to secure your place. Spaces are limited and expected to sell out quickly.

Package Details

What's Included

Hotel accommodation
Makkah: Voco Hotel
Madinah: Al Sham Hotel
Daily breakfast
Ground transport
Ziyarah (guided visits)
Spiritual sessions with Ustadh Mohamad Baajour

Not Included

Flights (agents available to assist with bookings)
Visa
Travel insurance

Retreat Itinerary

Day 1
  • Meet & Greet at Madinah Airport Arrival Halls
  • Transfer to hotel
  • Arrival at Hotel & handover room keys
  • Relax at Hotel / Proceed to Masjid e Nabawi for Fajr Prayer
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Get ready and proceed to offer JUMAH Prayer at Masjid E Nabawi
Day 2: SATURDAY, January 10, 2026
  • Breakfast at Hotel
  • 09:00 – 09:30 am slot for Ziarat (duration 2 hours)
  • Masjid e Nabawi / Jannat Ul Baqi / Uhud Mountain / Cave / Masjid Ghamama / Masjid Quba / Masjid Qiblatin / The Seven Mosques
  • Come back by Duhur / Pray at Masjid E Nabawi
  • Overnight at Hotel
Day 3: SUNDAY, January 11, 2026
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Time to pray at Masjid e Nabawi
  • Umrah Preparation lecture by Ustadh Mohamad Baajour
  • Evening Madinah Walk by Ustadh Mohamad Baajour
  • Overnight at the hotel
Day 4: MONDAY, January 12, 2026
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Visit Madinah Museum 09:30AM – 12:00AM, return by Dhuhr Prayer
  • Time to pray at Masjid E Nabawi
  • Grand Dinner in Madinah
  • Overnight at the hotel
Day 5: TUESDAY, January 13, 2026
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Check Out from Hotel at 12:00
  • Hujjaj change into IHRAM / Proceed to Madinah Train Station or Private Bus at 01:30PM
  • Check-in at Makkah Hotel
  • Proceed to Masjid Al Haram to perform UMRAH
  • Overnight at hotel
Day 6: WEDNESDAY, January 14, 2026
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Time to pray at Masjid Al Haram
  • Leisure / Plan your own activity
  • Overnight at hotel
Day 7: THURSDAY, January 15, 2026
  • Breakfast at Hotel
  • 08:30AM – 09:00AM Slot for Ziarat (Tour duration 3 HRS)
  • Masjid Al Haram / Masjid e Aisha / Jannat al Maula / Cave of Hira / Cave of Thaur / Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad PBUH / Muzdalifah / Jamarat
  • Visit Revelation Museum (Entry ticket included)
  • Return by Duhur / Pray at Masjid Al Haram / Rest
  • Overnight at Hotel
Day 8: FRIDAY, January 16, 2026
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Proceed to Masjid Al Haram for JUMAH PRAYER with Ustadh Mohamad Baajour
  • Optional 2nd UMRAH for interested participants
  • Overnight at hotel
Day 9: SATURDAY, January 17, 2026
  • Meet at hotel lobby
  • Check out and transfer to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) by Private bus
  • Check-in formalities and Flight Departure

Reserve Your Spot

Spaces are limited — early booking is highly recommended.
Exclusive to South Africa & Botswana.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers about the retreat

It’s a spiritually uplifting journey to the Holy Cities with Ustadh Mohamad Baajour, combining Umrah with guided lessons, reminders, and supplications to deepen your connection with Allah.

The retreat will be led by Ustadh Mohamad Baajour, who will guide participants through spiritual sessions, daily reminders, and practical advice for a meaningful Umrah experience.

The package includes:
– Return flights from your city (to be confirmed)
– 4★ hotel accommodation for comfort and convenience
– Guided spiritual retreat sessions
– Daily reminders, lessons, and supplications
– Group support for a smooth and enriching journey

The retreat is scheduled for January 2026. Exact travel dates will be confirmed closer to the time.

This retreat is exclusive to participants from South Africa and Botswana.

Seats are very limited, so early booking is highly recommended to secure your place.

Yes. Ustadh Mohamad Baajour will conduct guided sessions, daily lessons, and group supplications to ensure the journey is spiritually enriching.

Details on registration and payment will be shared shortly. Since spaces are limited, it’s best to reserve your spot as soon as bookings open.

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