Iran & Iraq Ziyarat
Ziyarat tours to Iran & Iraq, arranged from the UK
Our packages
Ziyarat packages from the UK
Iraq-only, Iran-only and combined itineraries across three hotel standards. Every package includes return flights, visa processing, hotels near the shrines and all transfers.
Most Popular
🕐 7 Nights
📍 From London
7 Nights Economy Iraq Ziyarat Package
- 7 Nights in Iraq
- Return Flights
- Visa Processing
- Guided Ziyarat
Starting From
£649 per adult
Deposit from £100
ATOL Protected
Most Popular
🕐 7 Nights
📍 From London
7 Nights Economy Iran Ziyarat Package
- 7 Nights in Iran
- Return Flights
- Visa Processing
- Guided Ziyarat
Starting From
£749 per adult
Deposit from £100
ATOL Protected
Most Popular
🕐 9 Nights
📍 From London
9 Nights Standard Iraq Ziyarat Package
- 9 Nights in Iraq
- Return Flights
- Visa Processing
- Guided Ziyarat
Starting From
£959 per adult
Deposit from £150
ATOL Protected
Most Popular
🕐 9 Nights
📍 From London
9 Nights Standard Iran Ziyarat Package
- 9 Nights in Iran
- Return Flights
- Visa Processing
- Guided Ziyarat
Starting From
£959 per adult
Deposit from £150
ATOL Protected
Most Popular
🕐 14 Nights
📍 From London
14 Nights Iran & Iraq Combo Ziyarat Package
- 8 Nights in Iraq
- 6 Nights in Iran
- Return Flights
- Visa Processing
- Guided Ziyarat
Starting From
£1,149 per adult
Deposit from £200
ATOL Protected
Most Popular
🕐 10 Nights
📍 From London
10 Nights Premium Iran Ziyarat Package
- 10 Nights in Iran
- Return Flights
- Visa Processing
- Guided Ziyarat
Starting From
£1,199 per adult
Deposit from £200
ATOL Protected
Most Popular
🕐 10 Nights
📍 From London
10 Nights Premium Iraq Ziyarat Package
- 10 Nights in Iraq
- Return Flights
- Visa Processing
- Guided Ziyarat
Starting From
£1,249 per adult
Deposit from £200
ATOL Protected
Most Popular
🕐 17 Nights
📍 From London
17 Nights Standard Iran & Iraq Combo Ziyarat Package
- 10 Nights in Iraq
- 7 Nights in Iran
- Return Flights
- Visa Processing
- Guided Ziyarat
Starting From
£1,399 per adult
Deposit from £250
ATOL Protected
What's included
Everything in one booking
No separate arrangements to manage and nothing to organise once you land.
Return flights
Direct and one-stop flights from London, Manchester and Birmingham, with regional connections on request.
Visa processing
Iraq and Iran visa applications handled by our team as part of your package.
Hotels near the shrines
3, 4 and 5-star hotels within walking or short shuttle distance of the harams.
All transfers
Airport transfers plus intercity transport between every city on your itinerary.
Meals are provided on a full-board or half-board basis depending on the package. Personal expenses, optional excursions and travel insurance are not included unless agreed at the time of booking.
Ziyarat from the UK, arranged end to end
For many British Muslim families a ziyarat to Iraq and Iran is among the most significant journeys they will undertake. Standing at the haram of Imam Hussain (AS) in Karbala, walking through Wadi us Salaam in Najaf, or praying at the rawdah of Imam Reza (AS) in Mashhad carries a weight that is difficult to put into words.
Meezab Air arranges complete ziyarat packages from the UK covering Najaf, Karbala, Kazmain, Samarra, Mashhad and Qom. Flights, visas, hotels, transport and guided ziyarat are organised together, so the practical side is handled and your attention stays where it belongs.
What is a ziyarat package?
A ziyarat package is a guided pilgrimage that brings the principal holy sites of Iraq and Iran together into one organised trip. A typical package covers return flights from the UK, visa processing for both countries, hotel accommodation near the shrines, intercity transport, and a guide who leads the ziyarat dua at each site.
These tours suit anyone who wants to perform ziyarat with proper guidance — whether travelling alone, as a couple, with elderly parents, or as part of a wider family or community group.
Where you will travel
In Iraq
- Najaf — the haram of Imam Ali (AS) and the historic Wadi us Salaam cemetery.
- Karbala — the harams of Imam Hussain (AS) and Hazrat Abbas (AS).
- Kazmain — the harams of Imam Musa al Kadhim (AS) and Imam Muhammad al Jawad (AS) in Baghdad.
- Samarra — the harams of Imam Ali al Hadi (AS) and Imam Hassan al Askari (AS), and the Sardab.
In Iran
- Mashhad — the haram of Imam Reza (AS), the eighth Imam.
- Qom — the haram of Bibi Masooma (SA) and one of Iran's principal centres of learning.
Most packages cover these sites, with optional additions such as Jamkaran Mosque and time in Tehran on longer itineraries.
Package types and pricing
3-Star economy
Budget-conscious group packages with clean, comfortable hotels within walking or shuttle distance of the shrines. A sensible choice for first-time pilgrims and anyone keeping costs down without losing the religious programme.
4-Star standard
Our most-booked tier. Better-located hotels, larger rooms and fuller meal arrangements — a balanced choice for families and couples.
5-Star premium
Hotels closest to the haram of Imam Hussain (AS) in Karbala and the haram of Imam Reza (AS) in Mashhad, with private transfers and upgraded meals. Worth considering for elderly travellers, where a shorter walk matters more than any room feature.
Customised tours
Tell us your dates, group size and preferred cities and we will build a private itinerary around you. Popular with extended families and community groups travelling together.
Ziyarat by occasion
- Arbaeen — the walk from Najaf to Karbala, the largest annual gathering of its kind.
- Ashura — ziyarat e Ashura performed in Karbala on the 10th of Muharram.
- Ramadan ziyarat — retreat-style trips combining fasting, ibadah and ziyarat.
- 13 Rajab and Arafah — shorter trips built around specific dates in the calendar.
Places for Arbaeen and Ashura are taken months ahead. If either is your intention, speak to us early — it is the difference between travelling and not.
Group tours or a private package?
Group tours are more affordable, more sociable, and come with a fixed religious programme. They work well for friends, neighbours and members of the same Imambargah travelling together.
Private packages give you control over dates, hotels and pace — better suited to families with young children, elderly relatives, or particular dietary and mobility needs.
When to book
Muharram (Ashura), Safar (Arbaeen) and Ramadan are the peak periods, when hotel demand in Karbala and Mashhad is at its highest. Late autumn and early spring bring cooler weather, lower prices and a calmer experience at the shrines.
We would suggest three to six months ahead for peak dates, and at least eight to ten weeks for any other tour.
Departing from the UK
We arrange direct and one-stop flights from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham. Connections from other UK airports can be added on request — tell us your nearest airport when you enquire.
Travelling as a family or group
Travelling together is one of the more rewarding ways to perform ziyarat. Children learn the history of Karbala standing in the place it happened, elderly relatives are looked after, and the journey is shared.
Group rates are available for parties of ten or more, with concessions for children. We regularly arrange travel for UK Imambargahs and community organisations.
Who these tours are for
- Families with children of all ages
- Groups, Imambargahs and community organisations
- Elderly travellers, including those needing wheelchair assistance
- First-time pilgrims who want a fully guided experience
- Couples and solo travellers joining a wider group
What you will need
- Passport — valid for at least six months beyond your return date.
- Visa — Iraq and Iran visas processed by our team as part of the package.
- Health — a polio vaccination is required for travel to Iraq; check NHS Fit for Travel for current guidance.
- Documents — passport copies, photographs and your completed booking form.
Why book with Meezab Air
- A UK-based team you can call, seven days a week
- ATOL protected and IATA accredited
- Fixed quotes — the price you accept is the price you pay
- Hotels chosen for their proximity to the shrines
- Support throughout your trip, not just at the point of booking
Customise your package
Tell us your dates and group
We arrange private and customised ziyarat itineraries as well as group departures. Send us your preferred cities, dates and number of travellers and we will come back with a fixed quote — usually the same day.
- Iraq only, Iran only, or a combined itinerary.
- Group rates for ten or more travellers, with concessions for children.
- Wheelchair assistance and mobility needs arranged on request.
- ATOL protected — your money is financially secure.
Questions
About ziyarat tours
Return flights from the UK, hotel accommodation near the shrines, Iraq and Iran visa processing, airport and intercity transfers, meals on a full-board or half-board basis, and guided ziyarat. Personal expenses, optional excursions and travel insurance are not included.
Most run between 7 and 17 nights depending on whether the itinerary covers Iraq only, Iran only, or both countries. Arbaeen tours are usually longer.
For most pilgrims, yes. Group tours are more affordable, include guided ziyarat and remove the organisational burden. Private packages suit families with particular requirements around dates, mobility or diet.
Prices vary with the season, hotel standard and exchange rates. Send us your dates through the enquiry form and we will give you a current, no-obligation quote.
Yes. Iraq and Iran visa processing is handled by our team as part of every ziyarat package. We will tell you exactly which documents we need and when.
We follow UK Foreign Office guidance and work with established local partners. Before you book we will talk you through the current advice for the specific cities on your itinerary, and we would encourage you to read the FCDO guidance yourself.
Yes, and we arrange this regularly. Tell us at the time of enquiry and we can prioritise hotels closest to the harams, request accessible rooms, and arrange wheelchair assistance at the airports.
Yes. Ziyarat packages can be secured with a deposit, with the balance due before departure. We will confirm the deposit amount and balance date in writing when you book.