• We are the first company in Australia offering accommodation at Makkah’s brand new upmarket Hotel, The Movenpick Hotel & Residence in Makkah which is inside the courtyard of the Haram & Shaza Kempenski Hotel in Madinah which is next to King Fahd Gate of the Prophet’s Mosque.  Enjoy private double rooms in both these great Hotel
• During your Aziziyah stay, our package includes exclusive traditional Indian Sub-Continent meals catering to the taste of our Indian, Pakistanis, Sri Lankan, Bangladesh, South African, Fijian, Malaysian & Indonesian clients.
• Our group consists of small number, personally accompanied by experienced Staff.
• Accompanied by Sheikh Khalid Shah, Khatib of Umma Centre, Doncaster & son of Imam Gul Saeed Shah
• Our Company is a professional Travel Company with office located on Collins Street in Melbourne CBD and we are accessible weekdays from 9am to 5pm EST on 1300 66 20 34 from anywhere in Australia at the cost of a local call.
• The persons organising this package are experienced Travel Industry personnel with wide contacts with Hotel suppliers & other ground Operators.
• We are a fully licensed Travel Agency and a member of Travel Compensation Fund (TCF), which is a Federal Government initiative established to protect the interests of the Travel Industry clients

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS :

• Australia / Jeddah / Australia flights
• Taxes & fuel surcharges
• 4 Nights before Mina and 1 Nights after Mina at an Apartment very close to Jamaraat, 4-6 Persons sharing a Room (Applicable for both Premium & Deluxe packages)
• Exclusive traditionally cooked Indian Sub-Continent meals including Biryani, Korma, Dhal, Paratha & depending on availability Paya & Magaz plus lots more
• Daily Coach transfer from Aziziyah Apartment to Haram
• 4 Nights in Mina in Air-Conditioned Tents with Sofabeds
• Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner in Mina (Hot Packed Meals)
• 6 Nights at Movenpick Hotel & Residence in Makkah including International Menu Buffet Breakfast (2 Per Room for Premium Package & 3 Per Room for Deluxe Package)
• 9 Nights at Shaza Kempenski Hotel in Madinah including International Menu Buffet Breakfast (2 Per Room for Premium Package & 3 Per Room for Deluxe Package)
• Moussassah fees
• Qurban fees
• Pre departure Hajj briefing with dinner held in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane & Perth
• Service of a qualified Islamic Scholar with Bayans in English & Urdu
• Ongoing Hajj briefing during the Hajj days
• Ziarat tours in Madinah & Makkah
• Free Ihram for Men &/or Hijab for Women
• Free Ismail David’s book “Getting the best out of Hajj”
• Free Saudi Mobile SIM Card
• Complimentary Travel Bag
• Complimentary 10 litre of Zam Zam Water
• Side trips to Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Europe, etc, can be added at a supplement cost.

IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE: Like all other packages, we do not offer transportation from Mina to Jamaraat for Rami nor do we offer transportation from Mina or Jamaarat to Haram for Tawaaf ul Ifaada (Tawaaf ul Ziarath).  All other transportation is included in your package price.

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Movenpick Hotel & Residence located at Hajar Tower which is part of the Abraj Al Bait Complex in Makkah. The Complex is located directly on the Haram Court with magnificent views of the Haram

Lounge                                                                                         Lounge

Ensuite facilities                                                                                                                      Lobby

Question: Why does your package look more expensive than others?
If you consider our inclusions like stay at the Movenpick Hotel in Makkah & Shaza Kempenski in Madinah which are top of the range Hotels located within the courtyards of the Haram & also the fact that you get private double rooms for each couple, ours is the cheapest package available.

Question: Do you have a manned office or just a answering machine answering calls?
Yes we are located on Collins Street in Melbourne CBD and are open from 9 AM to 5 PM Mon-Fri and we are reachable by 1300 number from anywhere in Australia for the cost of a local call.

Question: I live in the outback? How can I reach you if I have any queries when I decide to book your package?
No matter where you live in Australia, you can call us on the 1300 66 20 34 no. for the cost of a local call during office hours or leave a message when you call outside of office hours.

Question: Do you guarantee the Hotels you advertise?
The reservations process for Hajj & Umrah works differently to other tourist destinations.  Invariably we provide the Hotel we advertise however, in certain cases, if the Hotel we have advertised is unavailable, we will ensure we offer similar or higher standard Hotel for the same price without any supplementary extra cost.

Question: When do we pay deposit?
As ours is a small group with niche people, we sell out fast. Since you only need to pay $100 at the time of booking, its advisable to book as early as you can if you are planning on doing Hajj this year.

Question: When is the balance payment due?
To make it easy for our Clients to fulfil one of the main pillars of Islam, we have come up with a exclusive installment payment option, werein you only pay $100 now and the balance in installments of $1000 per month starting from May 2011.

Question: How can I pay the monthly installments:
You can pay installments by credit card over the phone, direct deposit into our account by net banking, post a cheque or pay cash over the counter at our office.

Question: How can I book this package?
Simple way is to either call us on 1300 66 20 34 or email us from this website or on enquiry@amazingdestinations.com.au or even fax us on 03-9663 8334.

Question: I want to visit my country of birth either before or after Hajj, can you organise that ?
Yes we take pride in our expertise in organising complicated itineraries. As we are a Licensed Travel Agent, we have access to some of the best airfares to various destinations around the world. Please give us a call to discuss your travel plans.

Question: While I am there, I would like to visit other countries and see some of the important Islamic historical sites. Can you organise that?
That is our speciality. We have fantastic tour packages to Egypt, Turkey, Jordan, Palestine including ziarat of Masjid Al Aqsa, Morocco, Gulf countries, etc. Please call us to discuss your travel plans.

Question: I am travelling with my kids, will they get special discount?
Yes if children are sharing parents bed, we can offer fantastic deals for them. Even otherwise they will get discount if they are below 12 years of age.

Question: As this is my first Hajj, will there be bayan and briefings on Hajj rituals before departure & during Hajj to guide me through the rituals?
Yes we will have Hajj briefings before the group departs Australia and also ongoing briefing right until the last day in Mina and our bayans will be in English & Urdu.

Question: When we arrive in Jeddah, how long do we have to stay & if I take your All Inclusive Premium Package, will I get shortened processing time at Jeddah Airport?
Since there are millions of pilgrims arrive at Jeddah Airport during Hajj season, there will be long delays and no matter what passports you are travelling on, expect to be delayed at Jeddah Airport before your transportation is ready to transfer you to your accommodation. From our past experience, it takes around 10-15 hours from the time your flight arrives until you reach your accommodation.

Question: On you All Inclusive Premium Package, will we get special buses?
All coach transportation is organised by United Agents Office, a confederation of Operators initiated by Saudi Hajj Ministry and all internal transportation is done by such coaches travelling as groups.

Question: Will we get deluxe buses for our transfers ?
All coach transportation is organised by United Agents Office, a confederation of Operators initiated by Saudi Hajj Ministry and they use a variety of coaches which will have a/c & comfortable seating.

Question: What type of food do you provide in Aziziyah ?
We are the only Australian Hajj Operators to provide traditionally cooked Indian Sub-Continent meals including Biryani, Korma, Paya, Dhal, Paratha, etc.

Question: What type of food do you provide in Makkah & Madinah?
Immaterial of what package option you have taken, a very elaborate international menu buffet breakfast at your Makkah & Madinah Hotels is included in your package. However lunch & dinner is at your own expense.

Question: Will my clothes be washed and pressed during Hajj?
Yes, we will provide one complimentary laundry service each in Aziziyah, Makkah & Madinah stays.

Question: Are health vaccinations included in your price?
Yes, if you have taken our All Inclusive Premium Package, all cost associated with obtaining vaccinations for visa purpose are included.

Question: Will I get guide books on Hajj, Ihram for me, Hijab for my wife, etc?
Yes, you will get Ismail Davids famous Hajj guide book “Getting the best out of Al Hajj” plus a Ihram for men or Hijab for women.

Question: Do you guarantee that you will only allocate 3 persons in a room while we stay in Makkah & Madinah Hotels?
Yes, immaterial of which package option you take, we guarantee that there will be only 3 persons or less in a room during your Makkah & Madinah Hotels stay.

Question: I want a double room just for me & my wife while in Makkah & Madinah Hotels. Is that possible?
Yes for a small supplement cost, you can have the option of having a private room for yourself during Makkah & Madinah hotels stay.

Question: How many people will stay in a room in Aziziyah Apartment?
Our Aziziyah Apartments are newly built providing all amenities for a comfortable stay. One floor will be allocated for women and one for men and there are 3 to 4 toilets/showers in each floor. Each room will have between 4 to 6 people. We will endevour to allocate just 4 persons in each room however if circumstances dont permit, we may put one or two persons more.

Question: I am travelling with my wife and another member of my family. Will we get one room for ourself?
Yes, immaterial of which package option you take, for your Makkah & Madinah Hotels stay, we can allocate one private room without additional cost.

Question: Since we are just husband & wife? How can I contact my spouse when he/she is in the men’s/women’s section?
All our Hujaj gets a Saudi SIM Card which you can insert in your mobile phone that you carry from Australia. You can use the Mobile to contact your spouse.

Question: Who will we know when the group is moving from one place to another like from Mina to Arafat? Will you inform us or do we just stay together with the rest of the Group to avoid being left behind?
Taking into consideration the confusion that Hujaj go through everytime there is a transfer involved from one place to another & lack of information regarding important matters relating to the group, we use the system of SMS messaging to inform all our Hujaj about any movement or any other important information that needs to be conveyed to the Hujaj..

Question: Will you show us all the historical places on your ziarat tours? 
Yes both our package options include one each ziarat tour in Makkah & Madinah. However, that is subject to traffic conditions and any route restrictions imposed by the Saudi Authorities.

Question: Will you show us all the historical places on your ziarat tours? 
Yes our package includes one each ziarat tour in Makkah & Madinah. However, that is subject to traffic conditions and any route restrictions imposed by the Saudi Authorities.

Question: I have a few more question to ask that you have not answered above. What do I do? 
We are always available to talk to. Give us a call on 1300 66 20 34 and we will be glad to answer them.

1. Booking Form

2. Visa Form

1. Passport Valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to Australia with atleast 4 empty pages. 

2. Visa application with four [4] photographs (on a White Back ground with applicant’s name on back of each photo). 

3. Vaccinations Certificate from GP stapled / inserted in the passport 

4. Copy of Marriage Certificate for Couples 

5. Copy of Birth Certificate for the children 

6. A letter from your local Islamic Centre/Mosque confirming that you are a Muslim

1. BEFORE HAJJ: Make sure that issues like paying debts, writing will, redressing all wrongs, arranging adequate funds, getting information about Hajj and Saudi Arabia , obtaining a passport and visa is done before hand.

2. TYPES OF HAJJ: Collect information about Tamattu, Qiran, and Ifrad Hajj. Chose whatever suits you best.

3. BEFORE TRAVELING: Have your Ihram clothes ready in your flight, ship, or vehicle. Also memorize the Talbiyah before departing as you will need it later.

4. REACHING MIQAT: Wear Ihram clothes (before/in the flight) before reaching the exact location.

5. STARTING IHRAM: Say the intention of Ihram of Hajj. Start observing Ihram obligations: No haircut, no nail clipping, no perfumes, no animal killing or hunting, no sexual intercourse, no marriage proposals or contracts.

6. REACHING MAKKAH: Enter Makkah. Make an ablution or take a shower then enter Al-Masjid Al-Haram from Assalam gate saying ” Oh My Lord, open to me the doors of Your mercy”.

7. PERFORMING TAWAF: Move 7 times round the Ka`bah(tawaf) starting from the black stone (Hijr-e-Aswad). Recite du’a while making Tawaf. After finishing the Tawaf, pray two rak’ats anywhere in the masjid then drink Zamzam water.

8. MAKING SA’II: Start from Safa. Praise Allah and make takbeer 3 times, Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik. Labbaik Laa Shareeka Laka Labbaik Innal Hamda Wannimata laka walmulk Laa Shareeka Lak each time you walk from Safa to Marwah and vice versa. Speed your walk between the two green signs. Make du’a during Sa’ii. The 7th round ends at Marwah.

9.FINISHING IHRAM: After the 7th round, shave or trim your hair. Then take off your Ihram clothes.

10 . IHRAM OF HAJJ: On the 8th of Zul-Hijjah, take a shower or make Wudu and then wear the Ihram clothes again and say the intention of Hajj. Go to Mina before noon. Keep receiting the takbeer. Observe the Ihram obligations.

11. STAYING IN MINA: At Mina, pray 5 daily prayers starting with Zuhr and ending with Fajr. Shorten the 4 rak’at-prayer but do not combine them. Stay in Mina until the sunrise of the 9th of Zul-Hijjah.

12. ATTENDING ARAFAT: Leave for Arafat after the sunrise while repeating the Takbeer. Pray Zuhr and Asr there and stay the whole day until sunset. Make du’a for your self and other Muslims. After sunset, leave for Muzdalifah.

13. STAYING IN MUZDALIFAH: Leave for Muzdalifah quietly. Stay the night in Muzdalifah. Pray Maghrib and Isha, combine them and shorten Isha. You can sleep immediately after Isha. Leave Muzdalifah for Mina after sunrise. Pass by AL-Mashar AL-Haram and make du’a.

14. THROWING PEBBLES AT JAMRAT AL-AQABAH: On the 10th, when you reach Mina, go to Jamrat Al-Aqabah ( Al-kubra). Throw 7 pebbles successively. Throw each one while making takbeer. Be sure that each pebble falls inside the fence.

15. SACRIFICE OF AN ANIMAL: After finishing the throwing of pebbles, check which the Authorities if your sacrificial animal is sacrificed.

16. CUTTING YOUR HAIR: Get your hair shaved or trimmed starting with the right side. By then you have reached the stage of Al-Tahlul AL-Asghar (partial ending of Ihram). i.e. you are allowed to practice your normal life except sexual intercourse.

17. MAKING TAWAF IFADAH: Go to Makkah. Circle the Ka’bah 7 times starting from the black stone making Takbeer each time you come to it. Make du’a during Tawaf. After Tawaf pray 2 rak’ats anywhere then drink Zamzam water.

18. MAKING SA’II (IF SELECTED TAMATTU, IF NOT THEN SKIP IT): Start from Safa. Praise Allah and make takbeer 3 times each time. Walk from Safa to Marwah and vice versa. Speed your walk between the 2 green signs. Make du’a during Sa’ii. The 7th round end at Marwah

19. STAYING IN MINA: Leave Makkah for Mina. Spend the night there, at least from midnight until sunrise. Pray the daily and night prayers at Mina. Shorten the 4 rakat prayer but do not combine.

20. THROWING PEBBLES AT 3 JAMRAT: On the 11th of Zul-Hijjah, go to Jamrat site after noon time. Start with the 1st Jamrah. Throw the 7 pebbles successively while making Takbeer with each pebble. Then go to the 2nd and do the same. Then go to the 3rd and do the same. 
21. STAYING IN MINA: Go to Mina. Spend the night there, at least from midnight until sunrise. Pray the daily and night prayers at Mina. Shorten the 4 rakat prayer but do not combine.

22.THROWING PEBBLES AT 3 JAMRAT: On the 12th of Zul-Hijjah, go to Jamrat site after noon time. Start with the 1st Jamrah. Throw the 7 pebbles successively while making Takbeer with each pebble. Then go to the 2nd and do the same. Then go to the 3rd and do the same.

23. STAYING IN MINA: Go to Mina. Spend the night there, at least from midnight until sunrise. Pray the daily and night prayers at Mina. Shorten the 4 rakat prayer but do not combine.

24. THROWING PEBBLES AT 3 JAMRAT: On the 13th of Zul-Hijjah, go to Jamrat site after noon time. Start with the 1st Jamrah. Throw the 7 pebbles successively while making takbeer with each pebble. Then go to the 2nd and do the same. Then go to the 3rd and do the same.

25. MAKING FAREWELL TAWAF: Go to Makkah. Circle the Ka’bah 7 times starting with the black stone making takbeer each time you come to it. Make du’a during Tawaf. After finishing the Tawaf, pray 2 rak’ats anywhere, the drink Zamzam water.

26. BACK HOME: You can go to visit the Mosque of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) at Madinah (If you have not been there already before the start of Hajj) or pack your bags and leave Makkah. Do not spend the night at Mina. Visiting Madinah, though it is highly recommended, is not part of the Hajj rituals.