From Indonesia to Makkah: How This Man Walked Across 7 Countries For Umrah!

Some people travel for leisure. Others travel for work. But for Hendy, a 30-year-old from Tangerang, Indonesia, travel became a soul-stirring mission. His destination? The Holy City of Makkah. His transport? His own two feet.

Yes, you read that right—Hendy spent almost nine months walking across seven different countries to fulfil his dream of performing umrah. No planes, no trains—just endless roads, changing landscapes, and the sheer willpower to keep going.

A journey that started with faith

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Hendy set off from Tangerang in late 2024 with one goal: to reach Makkah in time to perform umrah. It was a journey of thousands of kilometres, and he knew it wouldn’t be easy. But faith, as they say, moves mountains—and in this case, it moved Hendy across borders, climates, and cultures.

The route wasn’t just physically demanding—it was emotionally transformative. He crossed bustling cities, sleepy rural towns, and stretches of open wilderness. At every stop, strangers became friends, offering food, shelter, or simply a smile of encouragement.

Seven countries, countless stories

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While the article doesn’t list all the countries in order, imagine the sheer diversity Hendy would have experienced—each border crossing bringing a new language, new foods, and a whole new rhythm of life. From the humid tropics to arid deserts, his feet touched landscapes many of us only see in travel documentaries.

Along the way, Hendy wasn’t alone in spirit. He kept his supporters updated through live streaming, turning his personal pilgrimage into a shared adventure for thousands of people online. Every step, every blister, and every sunrise on the road became part of a virtual travel diary that inspired viewers across the globe.

The arrival in Makkah

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On Sunday, 3 Aug 2025, Hendy finally stepped into Makkah. It was the moment he had been walking towards for nearly a year—a mix of exhaustion, gratitude, and overwhelming joy. His arrival wasn’t just a personal victory; it felt like a triumph for everyone who had followed his journey online.

In the Holy City, surrounded by the majestic minarets and the hum of pilgrims from all corners of the earth, Hendy’s long road finally came to an end. The physical journey was over, but the spiritual one had only just begun.

More than just a walk

Hendy’s story is more than a tale of endurance—it’s a reminder of the power of intention. In a world where speed is everything, he chose the slowest, hardest way to travel, and in doing so, found connection, kindness, and a deeper sense of purpose.

For travellers, it’s a beautiful lesson: the journey matters just as much as the destination. Sometimes, the longest road leads to the most meaningful arrival.