Manasik Qalbu Programme Equips Umrah Pilgrims with Spiritual Purification
The Umrah travel agency PT Akbar Ghani Wisata (Aghata Tour) has introduced a new dimension to spiritual guidance for Umrah pilgrims prior to departure. Through the ‘Manasik Qalbu’ programme, this approach is expected to complement conventional manasik (ritual training), ensuring that pilgrims are not only technically prepared for the rituals but also spiritually ready to perfect their worship in the Holy Land.
The President Director of Aghata Tour, Haryanti Sonda, stated that the journey to Baitullah is a calling of the soul that demands comprehensive preparation, both physically and spiritually. “For us, manasik is not enough to just teach physical pillars such as the technical procedures of tawaf or sai. Umrah is a journey of feeling and soul purification. Through the Manasik Qalbu programme, we equip pilgrims to organise their intentions and cleanse their hearts from the very beginning in their home country. When the inner self is ready, God willing, the solemnity and success of the worship will be fully experienced,” she said in Depok on Sunday (13/09/2026).
Ideally, Umrah manasik should transcend the memorisation of physical pillars and procedures. Through Manasik Qalbu, pilgrims are invited to organise their intentions, cleanse their hearts, and understand the essence of servitude, so that every ritual process leaves a deep spiritual imprint.
This commitment, Haryanti noted, is paired with excellent service standards and competitive, affordable pricing. This spiritual-based guidance innovation was experienced directly by 35 pilgrims in the Umrah Muhasabah group for the 1–9 September 2026 departure period. This departure also completes a positive record for the company, which has facilitated more than 250 pilgrims between January and September 2026.
Zulkarnain Nasution, a pilgrim from Bekasi, expressed that the presence of Manasik Qalbu provided a new perspective he had not encountered in previous religious journeys. “Usually, manasik only focuses on technical jurisprudence. But at Aghata, through Manasik Qalbu, we are invited to understand how to build quality inner communication. This makes the value of the Umrah departure feel far more meaningful,” said Zulkarnain.
Similarly, Adi Arijantoko, a pilgrim from Kediri, remarked that this spiritual guidance serves as a distinguishing advantage for Aghata Tour compared to other travel agencies. In his view, the provision of heart-touching knowledge before departure is further enhanced by the friendly service provided by the field team from the very first day.
Meanwhile, A. Zamroni, a pilgrim from Cikarang, Bekasi, admitted to being impressed by Aghata Tour’s commitment to challenging negative perceptions regarding affordable Umrah packages. He initially feared that competitive pricing would result in minimal facilities, but the reality on the ground proved otherwise.
“Initially, there were concerns that we would have to carry our own suitcases or that service would be limited because the price is below the market rate. However, from the passport processing to the spiritual management guidance by the Ustaz, my heart was touched. The service—from arrival, food, and baggage handling to the friendliness of the guides—truly exceeded expectations. Everything was coordinated very efficiently,” revealed Zamroni.
Through consistent, comprehensive service—ranging from logistical readiness and friendly assistance to spiritual strengthening through Manasik Qalbu—Aghata Tour is committed to remaining a trusted pilgrimage partner for the wider community.