A sacred revival is underway as Muslims worldwide prepare to embark on the 2025 Al Aqsa Tour, a journey that is as much about belief as it is about presence. Organized by Aub Dalabay Tours in partnership with Salaamedia, the tour will run from the 8th to the 18th of July, aligning with the school holidays to allow for broader community participation. The heart of the journey is Al Aqsa Mosque, the first Qibla of Islam, and a place that continues to echo with centuries of spiritual and historical significance.
Al Aqsa has always been more than just a destination. It is where countless prophets walked, where revelation was witnessed, and where the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) led the prayer of prophets during Isra and Mi’raj. Yet, despite its importance, Al Aqsa remains overlooked in comparison to other pilgrimage sites. This tour seeks to awaken that connection, urging Muslims to re-establish a relationship with a place that anchors our faith.
While Makkah and Madinah receive millions, Al Aqsa remains distant in the minds of many. This journey confronts that distance by offering an opportunity for spiritual reform, faith-based learning, and meaningful solidarity. In a time when Al Aqsa’s sanctity is being tested and its people are enduring hardship, the tour represents a commitment to being present both physically and spiritually.
Participants will explore not only the mosque itself but also surrounding landmarks rich with Islamic history.
From the footsteps of Ibrahim (Abraham) to the legacy of Isa (Jesus), Al Aqsa ties together the stories of prophets and reminds us of the responsibility we carry to protect what they once preserved.
The tour will include guided visits, community discussions, and moments for personal reflection, all rooted in the theme of reviving faith and supporting those under oppression.
What makes this tour different is its purpose. It is not a sightseeing trip.
It is a form of ibadah, a declaration of unity with Palestinians, and a reminder that spiritual journeys are not always measured by how far we travel but by how deeply we feel.
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What is the main purpose of this?
The concept of iman, or faith, is central to this experience. It is about choosing discomfort over convenience, conviction over complacency.
The tour also provides a learning space for young people, offering them a way to connect with their heritage while witnessing the reality of the Muslim ummah. For many, this journey becomes a defining moment. They return not just inspired, but transformed.
Why choose Al Aqsa in 2025? Because it needs you. Because showing up matters. Because walking into the mosque, praying between its walls, and saying Labbayk not only to Allah but also to the call of history, is something this generation must not delay any longer.
This year, let your footsteps speak. Let your prayer echo through the stones of Al Aqsa. Let your faith rise in the very place where prophets once stood.
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