Carry your passport, Ihram, comfortable footwear, personal medicines, prayer mat, reusable water bottle, toiletries, and essential travel documents.

Q. Can I take photos during Umrah?

Yes, but pilgrims should avoid disturbing others and always maintain respect for the holy places while taking photographs.

Q. Why choose Alif Hajj and Umrah Services for your Umrah journey?

Alif Hajj and Umrah Services, Nagpur, India offers affordable Umrah packages from India, Saudi Umrah Visa assistance, flight booking, hotels near Masjid Al-Haram and Masjid An-Nabawi, transportation, Ziyarat tours, and complete support from departure to return.

Q. What are the main pillars (Arkan) of Umrah?

The two main pillars of Umrah are Tawaf (circling the Holy Kaaba seven times) and Sa'i (walking between Safa and Marwah seven times). These rituals are essential for completing your Umrah.

How to Visit the Holy Kaaba Kiswa Factory?

The King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa in Makkah is where the Kiswa, the sacred cloth covering the Holy Kaaba, is made by skilled craftsmen. Visiting the factory is a unique opportunity to learn about the history and craftsmanship of the Kiswa.

How to Book a Visit

Register on the official Kiswa Factory booking portal.
Log in and submit your visit request.
Complete the required verification.
Choose your preferred date and time.
For group or official visits, a request letter may be required.
Wait for approval before visiting.

Important

Visits are by prior appointment only.
Entry is subject to the latest rules of the King Abdulaziz Complex.
Carry a valid ID and follow all visitor guidelines.

Q. What is the Talbiyah?

Talbiyah is the special prayer recited after entering Ihram, expressing your intention and answering Allah's call for pilgrimage.

Q. Is Zamzam water available for pilgrims?

Yes. Zamzam water is freely available inside Masjid Al-Haram, and pilgrims can also bring approved quantities home according to airline rules.

Q. What is Halq or Taqsir?

After completing Tawaf and Sa'i, men shave or trim their hair, while women trim a small portion of their hair. This marks the completion of Umrah.

Q. Why should I book my Umrah package with a trusted travel agency?

A trusted Umrah travel agency helps with your Saudi Umrah Visa, flights, hotels in Makkah and Madinah, transportation, and guidance, making your journey safe and stress-free.