Hajj and Umrah Tour Packages 2024-2025

Executive Summary

This report analyzes the tour package offerings for Hajj 2024-2025, focusing on premium and luxury categories. The company has demonstrated significant growth, serving 5,002 pilgrims across 25 countries in the previous year, with plans to expand to 32 countries and reach 7,000 pilgrims in the upcoming season.

Package Categories

1. Luxury Category

A. Platinum Package

• Duration: 14 days (May 28 – June 10, 2024)
• Hotels:
  • Mecca: Modern Hotel (behind Hilton)
  • Medina: Keramu Hotel
• Camp: VIP Majority Camps
• Special Features:
  • Fast train transportation
  • VIP camp location (10-15 minutes walking distance to Jamarat)
• Pricing:
  • Base Package: 50,000 SAR (~$13,500)
  • With Flights: 60,000 SAR ($16,200)

B. Gold Package

• Hotels:
  • Mecca: Sheraton Makkah
  • Medina: Valley Hotel
• Camp: Myasim Camps
• Pricing (per bed in quad room):
  • Starting from 35,000 SAR (~$9,460)
  • Range: 35,000-45,000 SAR ($9,460-$12,160)
  • Additional flight costs: ~10,000 SAR ($2,700)

2. Premium Category

A. Silver Package

• Hotels:
  • Welcome Hotels (both in Mecca and Medina)
  • 4-star hotels with 5-star service agreement
• Camp: Myasim Camps
• Pricing:
  • Starting from 30,000 SAR (~$8,100)
  • With flights: $9,000-11,000

B. Economy Package

• Duration: 20 days (May 23 – June 13, 2024)
• Hotels:
  • Mecca: Marine Mitfare Hotel (5-minute shuttle to Haram)
• Camp: Myasim Camps
• Pricing:
  • Base package: Starting from 27,000 SAR (~$7,300)
  • With flights: Starting from $8,000

Camp Facilities Analysis

VIP Camps

• Represents 10% of total capacity
• Location: 10-15 minutes walking distance to Jamarat
• Enhanced facilities and services
• Premium area with upgraded amenities

Myasim Camps

• Standard accommodation for 90% of pilgrims
• Location: 45-60 minutes walking distance to Jamarat
• Good quality services and facilities
• Cost-effective option

Operational Highlights

Starting Location Strategy

• All packages begin from Medina
• Benefits:
  1. Less crowded airport compared to Jeddah
  2. Faster immigration processing
  3. Shorter transfer time (30 minutes to city center)
  4. Opportunity for Hajj preparation seminars
  5. Convenient Ihram arrangements

Support Services

1. Educational Support:
   • Regular spiritual and technical seminars
   • Comprehensive pre-departure preparation
   • Bluetooth headsets for guide communication
2. Transportation:
   • Luxury buses
   • Fast train service for select packages
   • Organized transfers
3. Additional Services:
   • Complementary Umrah visits (Hudaybiyyah and Jirana)
   • Hajj backpack and ID card
   • Telegram group support
   • Continuous updates and communication

Company Performance

Previous Year Statistics

• Total Pilgrims Served: 5,002
• Countries Served: 25
• Languages Supported: 10
• Local Staff in Saudi Arabia: 80

Future Targets

• Projected Pilgrims: 7,000
• Target Countries: 32
• Service Expansion: 28% growth

Recommendations for Pilgrims

1. Early Planning
   • Begin preparation 7-8 months in advance
   • Participate in educational seminars
   • Join communication channels early
2. Package Selection Considerations
   • Budget allocation including flight costs
   • Preferred accommodation standards
   • Physical capability for camp distances
   • Duration preferences
3. Pre-Experience Options
   • Consider Umrah packages in November/December
   • Test services before Hajj commitment
   • Family referral benefits

Notes on Pricing

• All packages quoted in Saudi Riyals (SAR)
• Exchange rate: 1 USD = 3.7 SAR
• Flight costs vary by origin:
  • US: ~10,000 SAR
  • Istanbul: ~3,700 SAR
  • Dubai: ~740 SAR
  • Karachi: ~1,850 SAR