9 Days. 3n MADINAH 4* | 3n MAKKAH 4* | 2n JERUSALEM

About the destination: Medina is a city located to the north of Mecca and is considered the second holiest city in Islam. It is a city of peace and tranquility, home to many historic and archaeological sites, as well as several significant Islamic battle sites. Medina is rich in culture, heritage, and museums. The city is surrounded by vast date plantations and features ancient traditional markets (Souks) alongside modern shopping malls and arcades. Yanbu boasts some of the most beautiful beaches, where sunlight gently caresses the coral reefs beneath the sea, creating a unique and rarely seen landscape akin to a painting. It is a city of creativity that competes with other cities around the world. Madain Saleh, also known as Al Hijr, is a UNESCO World Heritage pre-Islamic archaeological site located in Al Madina Province. Upon entering the area, you will find yourself surrounded by interconnected mountains and separate rocky cliffs spread across a vast landscape. Madain Saleh was the capital and an important city of the Nabataeans, second only to Petra in Jordan.

About the destination: Mecca or Makkah located in western Saudi Arabia, is the holiest city in Islam. Every year millions of pilgrims flock to Mecca. As a result there has been a lot of construction to cater for the accommodation of the pilgrims, and extensions to the mosque itself. Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter the holy city. Mecca also has a very rich history as it is a very old city which has been considered sacred since the early Middle Ages. In Mecca’s city center there is the Sacred Mosque, considered the holiest site in Islam. The Kaaba is located at the center of the Sacred Mosque, all Muslims pray in the direction of Kaaba, believed to have been originally built by Adam and rebuilt by Abraham and his son Ishmael. Other major sites to see in Mecca are Mina, the Hill of Arafat and Jabal Rahma, the cave Jabal Al Thur and Masjid e Taneem Mosque. Undeniably, Mecca is one of the most spiritual places on Earth.

About the destination: Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel and it's a sacred city to the three major monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Jerusalem is situated in the Judean Mountains between the Mediterranean Sea and the Dead Sea. Despite the conflicts that surround the city, it exudes a harmonious atmosphere that you can feel the moment you step into the city, as if the weight of its spiritual surroundings descends upon your shoulders. The Old City and its Walls are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient city houses holy sites for Jews, Christians, and Muslims, and is brimming with locations of immense religious importance and a vibrant approach to life. The three main attractions within the Old City are the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Temple Mount area which includes the Dome of the Rock and Al Aqsa mosque. Via Dolorosa is the most frequented street within the Old City, particularly among Christian pilgrims as it is believed to be the path that Jesus Christ took on his way to his crucifixion. There are 14 Stations of the Cross along this route. The 14th Station of the Cross, which is the final and most significant location in Christianity, is located in the center of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Modern Jerusalem, where most of the hotels and restaurants are found, is built around the Old City. Jerusalem is the holiest of Holy Cities and offers a wealth of sights to see and explore. The city is a captivating mix of tradition, religion, and modern life. It manages to feel utterly exotic and mysterious, yet entirely familiar and welcoming.

About the destination: Cairo, one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East, is the capital of Egypt. Cairo has been a center of great importance to many civilizations, cultures, and religions. From Pharaonic and Greco-Roman to Ottoman and European, and encompassing Jewish, Christian, and Islamic influences, each of its identities has left a strong imprint on Cairo, making it one of the most fascinating cities in the world. The Giza Plateau, which includes the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, is the only remaining monument of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the country's most famous tourist attraction. The sheer mass of the pyramids is awe-inspiring. Islamic Cairo, the center of historic Cairo, is best explored on foot. Located east of downtown, it is full of charming little mosques and water fountains. The most important sites to visit are the Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Khan el Khalili, the main bazaar, some historic mosques, and displays of medieval architecture, as well as some of Cairo's Turkish baths or Hammams. No visit to Cairo is complete without seeing the Egyptian Museum. With its exotic atmosphere, chaotic traffic, thousands of minarets, noise, and charming people, Cairo is a fascinating city. Few cities in the world surpass Cairo in the number of monuments or architectural styles. Cairo is not an ordinary city; Cairo is a whole world.