Outstanding Group!
Just got back from a 2 week trip with Awaited Travels in Iraq, and I can honestly say it was worth every penny spent as I had a fantastic time from the moment I landed in Baghdad airport till the flight out of the country. This was my second time travelling with Awaited, and it will definitely be my go to group for every future Ziyarah trip inshallah. They make sure everyone’s needs is taken care of every single day.
I had booked a flight a day before everyone else arrives as I like to have a day’s rest before the adventure begins. I was picked up from the airport at 2am by a team member who drove me all the way to Najaf, and also gave me the card to my hotel room in the car so I don’t have to deal with the reception desk at all, that was so thoughtful and truly appreciated.
We had been sent an itinerary of the trip a week before, so when the rest of the group arrived the next day, everyone already knew each day’s plan, and therefore was able to know exactly when to rest and when to be ready for group outings.
In Najaf we stayed at a hotel right next to the shrine of Imam Ali (as) called Jar Al-Amer, so getting up to go pray fajr at the shrine was super easy and an advice I’d give everyone visiting, the atmosphere is indescribable, absolutely fascinating, not to be missed.
Alhamdillah we were able to do a quick night’s trip to Karbala for 15th Sha’baan. The atmosphere there reminded me of Arbaeen, but with happy vibes all over the city. Felt remarkably lucky to have had the opportunity to be in Karbala the night 124,000 prophets visit Imam Hussain (as).
A couple of days later we went to stay in Karbala and the hotel chosen for us was the best one in the city. It’s called Royal Karbala Hotel (google it if you don’t believe me). The bed was so comfy, it made it difficult to get out off. It also had a pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna, mornings were for women and afternoons were for men. The hotel also has 24/7 luxury shuttle cars to take and pick you up from the Harem, therefore going for fajr prayers there is always super convenient.
Both hotels had extravagant buffets and the only downside is you’ll gain weight having breakfast, lunch and dinner, as the options are endless.
The group also took us on a night’s trip to Kadhamiya and Samarra. They booked a remarkable first-class coach with the most comfiest reclining seats so everyone was able to take naps as the drive took a few hours.
Everyday we had congregational prayer and a short reflection lecture afterwards.
A special thanks and admiration to Sheikh Mohammed Khani, who is always on hand to answer questions even when he’s off duty, and gives truly magnificent beneficial lectures throughout the day. Also a special thank you to Sayed Mohammed Safieddine who joined us from Lebanon to recite all the Duas and Ziyaraat with his incredible voice mashallah.
And last but not least, a remarkable appreciation to all the team members for their constant strive to make every single group member feel at home and have all their needs met asap, no matter the time of day or night. At times some people can feel frustrated and difficult to deal with, but the team upholds the upmost respect and patience, with true professionalism and sophistication.
The only negativity was that the days went by so quick, wish the trip was a month long instead! Nevertheless, met wonderful people in the group who will definitely be friends for life.
We were also all given beautiful meaningful gifts to take home with us, as a reminder to the magnificent journey we had together.
Now back in London and counting down the days till my next adventure with Awaited Travels, see you soon inshallah.
2. Februar 2026
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