Religious preparation
Understand the rites, their sequence and the key rulings before you travel, so each day is familiar.
Hajj
Hajj — preparation for the journey of a lifetime
Guidance, preparation and registration of interest, so that when verified arrangements are announced you are ready to go.
The fifth pillar
A once-in-a-lifetime journey deserves careful preparation.
Hajj combines worship, physical effort, large-scale movement and strict operating rules. Travellers deserve clear communication well before departure.
Siru Travel's approach puts preparation first: understanding the rites, getting physically ready, organising documents early and knowing exactly how the journey will run on the ground.
The journey
Stages of Hajj
A simplified overview. Detailed guidance on each rite is given in pre-Hajj preparation sessions.
- 8 Dhul Hijjah
Mina
Enter ihram and travel to Mina, where pilgrims spend the day and night in prayer.
- 9 Dhul Hijjah
Arafah
The Day of Arafah — the heart of Hajj — spent in supplication until sunset.
- Night of the 9th
Muzdalifah
Pilgrims move to Muzdalifah for the night and collect pebbles.
- 10 Dhul Hijjah
Jamarat, sacrifice & Tawaf
Stoning of Jamrat al-Aqabah, the sacrifice, shaving or trimming, and Tawaf al-Ifadah.
- 11–13 Dhul Hijjah
Days of Tashreeq
Return to Mina and the stoning of the three Jamarat on each day.
- Before departure
Farewell Tawaf
Tawaf al-Wada' is performed before leaving Makkah.
Preparation
Four parts of preparation
Health & stamina
Prepare for heat, long walks and crowds. Take medical advice early and build up your walking.
Documents
Passport validity, photographs, permits and vaccination records — organised well before the deadline.
Travel logistics
Flights, baggage, accommodation, transport between the holy sites and group meeting points.
Pre-Hajj programme
Seminar-style preparation before departure
Registered pilgrims will be invited to preparation sessions once a Hajj programme is confirmed.
Rites and sequence
The Hajj journey explained step by step, in chronological order.
Practical operations
Luggage, transport, accommodation, group communication and meeting points.
Health and safety
Hydration, medication, mobility, crowd awareness and emergency contacts.
Questions and documents
Outstanding questions answered and documents checked before departure.
Traveller support
What pilgrims can expect
The support structure will be confirmed with each Hajj programme.
- Clear communicationWritten updates on documents, deadlines and departure details.
- Group coordinationMeeting points, timings and movements between the holy sites.
- Religious guidanceSupport with the rites from preparation through to the farewell Tawaf.
- Verified informationOnly confirmed arrangements are published — never assumptions.
Register interest
Be first to hear when Hajj arrangements are confirmed.
Registering interest does not commit you to anything. It helps Siru Travel understand demand and contact you with verified details as soon as they are available.
- No payment is requested at this stage
- Eligibility is explained for your nationality
- Preparation guidance shared with registered pilgrims
FAQs
Hajj questions
Does Siru Travel currently offer Hajj packages?
Hajj arrangements are published only once places, accommodation and operating arrangements are confirmed. Register your interest and Siru Travel will contact you when verified details are available.
Who can go on Hajj through Siru Travel?
Hajj places and permits are allocated under arrangements set by the Saudi authorities, and eligibility rules differ by nationality and country of residence. Siru Travel will explain what applies to you when you register interest.
When should I start preparing?
As early as possible. Religious learning, physical preparation, documents and medical advice all take time — many pilgrims start at least several months before the season.
What vaccinations do I need?
Requirements are set by the Saudi authorities and can change each season. Take advice from your doctor or travel clinic and confirm current rules with Siru Travel before travel.
Can I bring a family member with reduced mobility?
Please tell us when you register interest. Hajj involves long walks, heat and dense crowds, so suitability and available assistance need to be discussed early.
Travel enquiry
Questions about Hajj?
Talk to Siru Travel about eligibility, preparation or travelling as a family or group.