Makkah hotel
4-star Makkah hotel or similar
- Approx. 5 minutes’ walk to Masjid al-Haram
- Quad, triple or double rooms
- Bed & breakfast
Package overview
December at a glance
Duration10 nights · 11 days
Night split5 Makkah · 5 Madinah
Makkah hotel4-star · approx. 5 min walk
Madinah hotel4-star · approx. 3 min walk
FlightsReturn from the UK
TransfersAirport and Makkah–Madinah, by coach
Meal planBed & breakfast
SupportUK team, Mon–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat 10am–3pm, Sun closed
Mild days in Makkah, cool evenings in Madinah and time off at the year-end: December suits Umrah well. This December Umrah package gives you five nights in each city, with flights, hotels and coach transfers arranged together as one booking.
Both hotels are 4-star and a short walk from the Haram. Christmas and New Year dates fill first, so ask us early. 7 Continents Travel Ltd has traded since 2004 and is IATA accredited.
Where you’ll stay
Hotels for your December Umrah
We confirm your December hotels when you book. “Or similar” means the same star rating, just as close to the Haram.
Madinah hotel
4-star Madinah hotel or similar
- Approx. 3 minutes’ walk to Masjid an-Nabawi
- Quad, triple or double rooms
- Bed & breakfast
Package inclusions
What your December package includes
Part of your package
- ATOL protected return flights from the UK
- 5 nights in a Makkah 4-star hotel
- 5 nights in a Madinah 4-star hotel
- Airport transfers and the coach to Madinah
- Saudi entry guidance and Nusuk support
- UK-based support before and during your trip, Mon–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat 10am–3pm, Sun closed
Not included, or on request
- Guided ziyarah in Makkah or Madinah, as a paid extra
- Extra nights or more time in one city
- Meals other than the hotel breakfast
- Travel insurance, which we advise you to take
- Your MenACWY vaccine certificate
Flights
December Umrah flights
London HeathrowDirect to Jeddah available
ManchesterDirect to Jeddah available
BirminghamDirect to Jeddah available
Other UK airportsVia a connecting flight
Fly direct to Jeddah from Heathrow, Manchester or Birmingham, or connect from other UK airports. Your quote shows the route, times and baggage.
As flights are included, this December package is ATOL protected under ATOL 10416. It applies if 7 Continents Travel Ltd fails financially.
Prices
December price and similar packages
Guide prices per person, four sharing, with return flights, hotels and transfers. Want fewer nights or a different hotel level? Compare below.
- Christmas and New Year departures cost more than early December ones.
- Book with a deposit. Paying the balance fixes your price.
Day by day
December itinerary
A day-by-day plan for your December Umrah. Flight times can change the order slightly.
Day 1
Fly to Jeddah and reach Makkah
Board your flight from the UK to Jeddah. Put on your ihram before you fly, as the plane passes the miqat on the way. When you land, our coach is ready to take you by road to your hotel in Makkah.
Days 1–2
Perform Umrah in your own time
Once you have rested, go to Masjid al-Haram. Complete tawaf around the Kaaba and sa’i between Safa and Marwah, then finish with halq or taqsir. There is no set time, so go when you feel ready.
Days 2–5
Prayer and tawaf in Makkah
Spend these days at Masjid al-Haram for the five daily prayers and extra tawaf, made easier by the mild December weather. A guided ziyarah to Jabal al-Nour and Jabal Thawr can be added on request for an extra fee.
Day 6
Madinah by coach
After check-out, the coach takes you approx. 450 km north to Madinah. It is a long drive with rest stops on the way, so keep a jumper and snacks with you.
Days 7–10
Five nights in Madinah
Pray at Masjid an-Nabawi and offer your salam to the Prophet (peace be upon him). You need a Nusuk permit to visit the Rawdah, and our team helps you book it. December mornings are cold, so pack a layer. Quba Mosque and Uhud are optional ziyarah.
Day 11
Fly back to the UK
Our coach takes you to the airport for your return flight. You fly home from Madinah or Jeddah, depending on the airline, as shown on your quote.
Package FAQs
December Umrah, answered
Is December a good time for Umrah?
Yes. December is a good time for Umrah from the UK: the weather is mild, schools and many offices are closed, and families can travel together. It is busy, so book early.
How much is a December Umrah package?
Our December Umrah package starts from £1,295 per person for 10 nights, with four sharing, 4-star hotels and return flights from the UK.
Is Makkah crowded in December?
Yes, mainly in the last two weeks. School holidays in the UK and other countries bring more pilgrims at Christmas and New Year. Early December is quieter, and it is calmer than Ramadan.
When should I book December Umrah?
Book December Umrah three to five months ahead, and earlier for Christmas or New Year week. Flights from the UK sell out first, and prices rise as the dates get closer.
How warm is Makkah in December?
Makkah is around 28°C to 32°C by day in December. Madinah is cooler, and nights can fall to 12°C to 15°C, so pack a light jacket or shawl.
What does the December Umrah package include?
It includes return flights from the UK, 5 nights in a 4-star Makkah hotel, 5 nights in a 4-star Madinah hotel, breakfast, airport transfers, the Makkah to Madinah coach and Nusuk and Saudi entry guidance.
