Join us as we embark on our very first Umrah Retreat! We invite you on this journey where we'll learn about the inner and outer dimensions of Umrah with Mustafa Briggs. We'll perform our Umrah together and apart. It will be an opportunity to connect to Allah, ourselves and fellow believers. We've curated an experience that combines a spiritual and adventurous journey and we hope that you benefit from it.

Vuslat in Turkish means 'A union or a reunion after being apart for a long time with one's beloved'. We embark on this journey with the intention to ground our visions to Allah's throne and seek his Mercy. Toska in Russian means 'An immense ache for nothing and everything all at once. An anguish from the bottom of the heart'. This longing is connected to the distance we create between ourselves and our Creator, it is our intention, on this retreat, to bridge this gap within and traverse it with ease and grace.

Most people visit Saudi Arabia to perform their Hajj and Umrah, not realizing the land is diverse, beautiful and full of surprises.  We invite you to explore parts unknown. We'll begin in Mecca, make our way to Jeddah, explore the desert and canyons of Al Ula and finish off in Madinah, the city of our Beloved Prophet (PBUH). 

We'll pray, explore historical Jeddah, Mecca and Madinah, hike, bike, shop and stargaze You'll meet various locals and entrepreneurs who are doing wonderful things for the advancement of their communities. We've planned a few surprises that we won't share with you just yet.... Bismillah!

Join us as we travel inwardly and outwardly, with heart open and spirit ready insh'Allah!

Burgundy Roots prides itself in unique and curated travel experiences. In order for us to fulfill our promise, we must pay our suppliers ahead of time. Please note that once your deposit is processed, it cannot be recuperated as our suppliers are paid upfront months ahead of time. Thank you for your understanding. Please read carefully through our cancellation policy and message us if you have any questions.

Deposit/payment terms:  Please note that all deposits and payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. Deposits must be  received within the time specified at the time of booking in order to confirm your booking and avoid automatic cancellation. If you are unable to attend for whatever reason, you may transfer the trip to a family member or friend. 

Cancellation charges: 

Please note that  deposits and payments are non-refundable.  In the event of a travel ban due to COVID-19 or any other unforeseen circumstances, retreat dates will be altered to a later date. No refunds will be granted. Discomfort/unease with regards to travel or quarantine upon return will not be considered. All payments are final and non-refundable.

Final payment: 

Final payments are due 80 days prior to the trip. Any cancellation made 80 days or more prior to the trip is subject to a 50% penalty (your card will be charged another 25% of the retreat fee). Any cancellation made 79 days or less prior to the trip is subject to full payment of the retreat fee.  

Vaccination: 

It is incumbent upon each traveler to check the rules and regulations in regards to vaccination demands in each country. Each traveler must ensure that they meet the criteria upon entry, as no refund will be granted if one does not meet the criteria. You may sell your slot or send someone else on your behalf instead, however no refund nor credit will be granted. 

On arrival day, we'll keep it simple and low key. We'll begin with an orientation session at the hotel to prepare for our journey to Mecca. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a delicious welcome dinner and ice breaking games & activities to get to know each other better!

We'll depart for Mecca in the morning. (1 hour 15 min). Upon checking into our hotel, we will have an orientation session, complete our Umrah and give everyone the rest of the day to explore the mosque and blessed city.

We'll begin our day after Fajr, after our breakfast we'll visit the Holy sites around the city and the Kiswa factory. If time permits, we will try to make a stop at the Quran factory. The rest of the evening will be devoted to free time for worship and exploration.

We'll begin our day after praying Jumua in Mecca. We'll head to our hotel in Jeddah, check-in and give everyone a free evening to relax & unwind. 

We'll begin our day at noon, giving you time to explore the corniche and waterfront or neighboring plazas and cafes. At noon, we will make our way to old Jeddah to meet with local artists and artisans for traditional workshops. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a guided tour of the timeless old city, a freshly prepared and catered lunch and some free time to shop and wander every alleyway.

Enjoy the day, shop and eat! Jeddah is a hub for coffee shops, you'll find all kinds of delicious foods. If you're looking for stylish Abayas, Hijabs, Thobes or contemporary gifts, this is your day!

Every retreat we host has an element of seclusion in nature, we've chosen Al Ula for its serene desert and breathtaking canyons. Be prepared for stargazing and bonfire sessions as we camp out in the desert and enjoy evening lectures with Mustafa Briggs.

Departure: 7:30 AM 

Length of drive: 8/9 hours.

We'll begin our day with a tour of Hegra, afterwards we have a surprise lunch for you and we'll finish off with dinner under the stars.

Before heading out to Medina, we want to finish off our stay in Al Ula with a short hike and a buggy ride in the desert! We'll make our way to Medina after lunch inshallah!

Departure for Medina: 3:00-4:00 PM

Duration of the drive: 4 hours

Arrival times in Medina: 7:30-8:30 PM

Once we arrive in Medina, we'll visit the mosque and meet for an orientation session about the next day's itinerary.

We'll begin our day after Fajr and explore the blessed city of Medina. After the tour, you will enjoy a few hours of free time to spend at the mosque and market place insh'Allah.

We'll begin our day after Fajr, explore the city, enjoy our last few hours there. We will wrap up our retreat in a secret location for our farewell dinner inshallah!

Departures day: Please note that departures should be done from Madinah city. We will have 3 airport shuttles to Madinah airport, anyone leaving after 2:00 pm will need to book their own transportation to the airport. (taxi)

If you are flying out of Jeddah, please note that there is a train from Madinah to Jeddah (1h45 mins) that goes straight to the Jeddah airport.