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    Madinah experience · Arabic packages · 2026

    Madinah
    Retreat
    Learn Arabic in Madinah

    Learn Arabic in the city of the Prophet through structured 1, 2 and 4 week packages built around language, worship, Seerah, brotherhood/sisterhood and serious growth.

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    How it works

    From application to departurein four steps

    1. Take the free level test

      In about 15 minutes you know your level, your entry point in the curriculum and which package fits you. Optional, but useful.

    2. Submit your application

      You choose your package, your start month and whether you want us to arrange accommodation.

    3. Book your intake

      In a personal conversation we confirm your level and discuss any extra wishes.

    4. Pay after intake and acceptance

      You receive payment instructions and then an invoice with the correct tax information.

    Groups are small and fill up in order of registration. A valid visa for Saudi Arabia is your own responsibility.

    Free level test

    Free level test

    Not sure which level you are?

    Take the free test (~15 min) and get your level, a matching curriculum entry point and personalised package advice right away.

    Start the level test

    One attempt per participant — take your time.

    Masjid Nabawi courtyard in Medina

    The experience

    Arabic is the goalMadinah is the experience

    You come to learn Arabic, but you step into an environment where the language gains meaning. Classes take place in a classroom in Madinah, with daily worship, Seerah sites and a serious group to grow with.

    For students who want more than casual lessons: structure, discipline, brotherhood/sisterhood, Umrah and a deeper connection with the language of the Qur'an.

    Learn Arabic through immersion

    Build confidence with daily lessons, repetition and an environment where the language feels close.

    Pray in the Haram

    Experience worship in and around Masjid an-Nabawi, with days shaped by salah, Qur'an and reflection.

    Live the Seerah

    Visit places you normally only read about and connect knowledge to real locations.

    When you learn Arabic in Madinah, you do not only learn words. You connect the language to worship, Qur'an, Seerah and memories that stay with you.

    Trips & activities

    Madinah beyond the classroom

    See Quba, Uhud and Badr with your own eyes, head into the desert, and share a meal at an istiraha.

    See trips & activities
    • Visitors on the Archers' Hill, with the mountains of Uhud behind

      Uhud and its martyrs

    • Masjid Quba with white minarets and domes under a blue sky

      Masjid Quba

    • Two men on quad bikes, seen from behind, in the desert at sunset

      Quad biking

    • A lit garden with floor cushions, a low tea table, palm trees and a pool

      Istiraha

    What you really receive

    A complete Madinah journey

    Arabic classes are the foundation. Around them, you receive worship, Seerah, guidance, discipline and a serious group of like-minded brothers and sisters.

    1. Step 1 of 10

      Learn Arabic through immersion

      Build confidence with daily lessons, repetition and an environment where the language feels close.

    2. Step 2 of 10

      Pray in the Haram

      Experience worship in and around Masjid an-Nabawi, with days shaped by salah, Qur'an and reflection.

    3. Step 3 of 10

      Live the Seerah

      Visit places you normally only read about and connect knowledge to real locations.

    4. Step 4 of 10

      Discover Islamic history

      Quba, Qiblatain, Uhud and other visits make the journey tangible and memorable.

    5. Step 5 of 10

      Build brotherhood/sisterhood

      Travel with a small, serious group and build bonds with like-minded people that can continue long after the program.

    6. Step 6 of 10

      Speak with more confidence

      Develop courage in spoken Arabic through an intensive but supportive learning environment.

    7. Step 7 of 10

      Umrah in Makkah

      Two days and one night in Makkah, included in the journey. Only the train ticket there is yours to buy.

    8. Step 8 of 10

      Reconnect spiritually

      Space for reflection, mentorship and personal growth in the city of the Prophet.

    9. Step 9 of 10

      Fitness & recreation

      Activities outside class keep the group energetic, connected and motivated.

    10. Step 10 of 10

      Coming soon

      Selected journeys may include Qur'an recitation sessions and business-minded reflections with guest contributors.

    Packages

    Choose your Madinah experience1 week, 2 weeks or 1 month

    Each package is more than a set of lessons. You choose a structured learning journey in Madinah, built around Arabic classes, worship, Seerah, guidance and a serious group.

    Madinah Arabic Experience

    1 week

    950all in

    A focused introduction to Arabic, worship, Seerah and life in Madinah.

    • 5 days of structured Arabic classes
    • 4 hours of learning intensity per day
    • 20 hours of Arabic training total
    Explore the Experience
    Popular

    Madinah Arabic Journey

    2 weeks

    1450all in

    More immersion, deeper learning and more time to experience Madinah.

    • 10 days of structured Arabic classes
    • 3 hours of learning intensity per day
    • 30 hours of Arabic training total
    Explore the Journey
    Best value

    Madinah Arabic Intensive

    1 month

    2300all in

    A complete Arabic immersion experience for serious personal growth.

    • 20 days of structured Arabic classes
    • 3 hours of learning intensity per day
    • 60 hours of Arabic training total
    Explore the Intensive

    Included in every package

    • Small serious group (max. 6)
    • Stay in our house included — shared or private room
    • Food and drinks included (breakfast and dinner)
    • Umrah in Makkah: 2 days, 1 night (included)
    • Access to the Haram atmosphere
    • Seerah visit: Quba
    • Seerah visit: Qiblatain
    • Seerah visit: Uhud

    Not sure which level you are? Start the level test

    Start dates

    When do you want to go?A new group every month

    Groups are small and fill up in order of registration. Below are the next start months and how many places are left.

    1, 2 or 4 weeksfrom 950 all in

    September 2026

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    October 2026

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    November 2026

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    December 2026

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    Another month in mind? You pick your own start month during registration.

    Accommodation

    Stay comfortablyin the heart of Madinah

    You sleep in our own house in Madinah, with the classroom in the same building. The stay is part of the package price, so you can focus fully on learning, worship and the journey.

    Our stay in Madinah

    With the classroom in the same house

    Included

    Shared room

    For students who want to stay together.

    Maximum 4 people2 rooms2 people per roomIncluded in the price
    Included

    Private bedroom

    More privacy during your stay. Ideal if rest and personal space are important.

    2 solo rooms1 person per roomPrivate bedroomIncluded in the price

    Shared living room

    A place to relax, drink tea and study together

    The stay is part of every package. You choose a shared room or a private bedroom; it makes no difference to the price. While places last, it is first come, first served.

    FAQ

    Frequently asked questions

    No. Beginners can start from the foundations. If you already know some Arabic, we use the assessment and intake to place you better.

    Participant experiences

    The first groups are on their way

    Ready for more than a course?A package that gives direction.

    Apply for a serious Madinah learning package built around Arabic, worship, Seerah, brotherhood/sisterhood and personal growth.

    Apply

    Limited places · Intake required · Serious applicants only