Question 1

How much does Umrah from Egypt cost now, and what is the lowest price available?

Accepted Answer

The lowest price available now for an Umrah program on 4Safar starts at EGP 37,000 per person in a quad room for 14 nights with Al Mashrek Tours. Its nearest departure is on 25 November 2026. Half of the 104 programs available start at EGP 55,125 or less, and the most expensive starts at EGP 111,000. The price depends on the room type, the hotel level and the travel date.

Question 2

What is the difference between Economy, Premium and VIP Umrah?

Accepted Answer

The level depends on the hotel class and how close it is to the Haram: a higher level usually means a closer, better hotel and a higher price. Programs on 4Safar now: Economy: 14 programs from EGP 37,000; Premium: 55 programs from EGP 37,500; and VIP: 34 programs from EGP 49,900 per person. Some programs offer more than one level, each with its own hotels and price. You can filter programs by level on this page.

Question 3

Which Umrah programs have hotels closest to the Haram?

Accepted Answer

In Makkah: Al Marwa Rayhaan Rotana (5 stars), 48 meters from the Haram; Al Safwah Royal Orchid Hotel (5 stars), 80 meters from the Haram; and Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Hajar Tower Makkah (5 stars), 81 meters from the Haram. In Madinah: Frontel Al Harthiya Hotel (5 stars), 70 meters from the Haram; and Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah (5 stars), 142 meters from the Haram. 71 programs include a Makkah hotel within 500 meters of the Haram. 74 programs include a 5-star hotel in Makkah. Each program page shows its hotels, their distance from the Haram and the nights in each city.

Question 4

How long are the available Umrah programs?

Accepted Answer

Programs last from 5 nights to 30 nights, split between Makkah and Madinah. The most common durations: 9 nights (33 programs, from EGP 42,500); 13 nights (14 programs, from EGP 42,500); 14 nights (14 programs, from EGP 37,000). Prices are per person, starting from the cheapest room.

Question 5

When are the upcoming Umrah departure dates?

Accepted Answer

The nearest trip departs on 12 October 2026 with Al Wesam Tours, and the latest date currently offered is 14 February 2027. Use the departure-date filter to see only the programs that travel on or after your date.

Question 6

What are the Umrah seasons, and how much do programs cost each month?

Accepted Answer

Programs available by travel month, with the starting price per person: October 2026 (Jumada I): 69 programs from EGP 37,500; November 2026 (Jumada I and Jumada II): 74 programs from EGP 37,000; December 2026 (Jumada II and Rajab) — Rajab season: 34 programs from EGP 43,750; January 2027 (Rajab and Shaʻban) — Rajab and Shaban season and mid-year school break: 4 programs from EGP 49,900; February 2027 (Shaʻban and Ramadan) — Shaban and Ramadan season and mid-year school break: 3 programs from EGP 59,950. Ramadan, Rajab, Shaban and the mid-year school break are the busiest seasons, so prices are usually higher and places fill up early; the other months are usually quieter and cheaper.

Question 7

How much is Ramadan Umrah 1448 AH?

Accepted Answer

1 program on 4Safar travels in Ramadan 1448 AH, starting from EGP 79,500 per person, with the first departure on 12 February 2027.

Question 8

What do Umrah programs usually include?

Accepted Answer

Most programs include the hotel stays in Makkah and Madinah. Of the 104 programs on 4Safar that list what they include: the flight ticket (101 of 104), bus transfers (93 of 104), the train between Makkah and Madinah (74 of 104), the Umrah visa (64 of 104), a religious guide (60 of 104), visits to holy sites (55 of 104) and meals (11 of 104). What is included differs from one program to another, so check the list on each program page before booking.

Question 9

Do Umrah programs include flights? Which airlines and airports?

Accepted Answer

The flight ticket is included in 101 programs of 104 and not included in 3 programs. In those, the ticket price is added later depending on the travel date, and their cards carry a "Flights not included" tag. Airlines: EgyptAir (56 programs), Saudia (36 programs), Air Cairo (11 programs), Nesma Airlines (1 program). Departure from Cairo in 86 programs and from Alexandria in 18 programs. Arrival in Madinah in 58 programs and in Jeddah in 46 programs.

Question 10

Which holy sites do Umrah programs visit?

Accepted Answer

Most programs include visits to the well-known sites of Makkah and Madinah: in Makkah, the Cave of Hira (Jabal al-Nour), the Cave of Thawr, Arafat, Mina and Muzdalifah; in Madinah, Quba Mosque, Mount Uhud and the Qiblatain Mosque. Each program page shows what its program includes.

Question 11

Is the Rawdah visit booking included in Umrah programs?

Accepted Answer

In most programs, booking a visit to the Noble Rawdah is up to the pilgrim, who books the slot through the Nusuk app. Some programs include it: 4 programs on 4Safar say the Rawdah booking is included. Check the included and not-included lists on each program page.

Question 12

Which travel companies organize these programs, and are they licensed?

Accepted Answer

The programs are organized by 22 companies. Those with the most programs: International Masr El Gdeda Tourism (14 programs), West Al-Balad Travel (11 programs), Al Dahma Tours (9 programs). Every company shows its Ministry of Tourism license number on its page. Each company has a page on 4Safar with its address, branches and listed programs.

Question 13

What is the role of 4Safar? Is it a travel company?

Accepted Answer

4Safar is an online platform, not a travel company. It shows Umrah programs from travel companies licensed by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, so you can compare prices, hotels and dates in one place. Your booking request goes straight to the company running the program, which contacts you to confirm the booking, agrees the payment with you and runs the trip. Sending a request is free and does not commit you to book.

Question 14

What documents do I need for Umrah from Egypt?

Accepted Answer

Usually: a passport valid for at least 6 months from the travel date and a recent personal photo with a white background. Men of military-service age also need a travel permit from the army. The travel company issues the Umrah visa and tells you of any other document your program needs.

Question 15

How do I book an Umrah program on 4Safar?

Accepted Answer

Open the program, choose the travel date and room type, then send a booking request. The travel company contacts you to confirm the booking and agree on payment. You can also message the company on WhatsApp from the program page.

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