Alkhalid Tours & Travels

What Alkhalid Tours & Travels does

Al Khalid Tours & Travels is a Mumbai-based private Hajj and Umrah tour operator founded in 1993 by Dr. Yusuf Ahmed Kherada. The company specializes exclusively in Islamic pilgrimage services for Indian Muslim pilgrims, offering bundled Hajj packages (₹7,90,000-₹14,50,000 per person), year-round Umrah packages (₹96,000-₹8,60,000 depending on season and tier), seasonal Ramadan Umrah packages, and Ziyarat tours to Iraq (Baghdad, Karbala, Najaf). All packages are sold as all-inclusive tour products incorporating visa processing, round-trip airfare, hotel accommodation near the Haram, Indian meals, laundry, ground transportation, and religious guidance.

The company operates from six offices across India — Mumbai (headquarters), Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar, Surat, Varanasi (company-owned branches), and Moradabad (franchise) — serving Muslim-dense regions in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh. Revenue is generated through one-time package bookings with no subscription or recurring model. The GTM is multi-channel: branch-led direct sales, Zoho CRM-integrated website inquiries, SMS shortcode (HAJ to 56767), phone inquiries, and word-of-mouth referrals. The founder maintains public visibility via Islamic Travel Mart trade events and earned media coverage.

The company holds no external funding, maintains 11-50 employees, and is recognized by both the Government of India and the Government of Saudi Arabia. Strategic hotel partnerships with Le Meridien Makkah, Hotel Maden, The Oberoi Madina, and Kidana Towers, along with SAPTCo for ground transport, form the operational backbone. The business is asset-light and service-driven, with no proprietary technology platform, no AI/ML capabilities, and no public financial disclosures.

Name

Alkhalid Tours & Travels

Legal name

Al Khalid Tours & Travels

Website

https://alkhalidtours.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Al Khalid Tours & Travels is a Mumbai-based private Hajj and Umrah tour operator founded in 1993, serving Indian Muslim pilgrims with bundled pilgrimage packages across India and Saudi Arabia via six offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Pilgrimage Travel Services

NAICS

Travel Agencies (56151), Travel Agencies (561510), Tour Operators (56152), Tour Operators (561520), Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services (5615)

akta.pro primary industry

Hajj & Umrah Travel Agencies (THAKAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pilgrimage Packages (Air-Inclusive) Tour Operators (THAKAHAK), Umrah/Hajj & Pilgrimage Air Ticketing Agencies (THAKALAI), Pilgrimage Logistics & Visa/Permit Specialists (THAKAHAI)

Keywords

• Hajj pilgrimage packages
• Umrah tour services
• Islamic pilgrimage travel
• Ziyarat tour packages
• Ramadan Umrah tours

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai, Maharastra

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Group Tour Packages: All-inclusive Hajj and Umrah group tour packages priced per person with tiered sharing options (2-share, 3-share, 4/5-share). Revenue is realized per booking; pricing incorporates airfare, visa, accommodation, meals, laundry, and group transfers. Package prices range from approximately ₹96,000 to ₹8,60,000 depending on season, duration, and accommodation tier.
2. Individual / Tailor-made Packages: Customized individual Umrah packages outside group departure dates, allowing pilgrims to select own travel dates and hotel preferences. Additional per-person per-night charges apply for extended stays beyond group dates.
3. Ziyarat Tour Packages: Specialized pilgrimage tours to Baghdad, Karbala, Najaf, and other Islamic heritage sites. Sold as fixed-departure group packages at per-person pricing (e.g., ₹1,60,000 for 10-day Baghdad Ziyarat package).
4. Visa Processing Services: Hajj and Umrah visa processing included as a component of tour packages. Visa fees are passed through to pilgrims as part of the package cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Alkhalid Tours & Travels is a Hajj and Umrah tour operator based in Mumbai, India, selling all-inclusive pilgrimage packages to Indian Muslim pilgrims. Packages bundle Saudi Arabia visa processing, round-trip airfare, hotel accommodation near the Haram in Makkah and Madinah, Indian-cuisine meals, laundry, ground transportation, Mina/Arafat tent stays, and on-ground group guidance. The company also sells Ziyarat tours to Iraq (Baghdad, Karbala, Najaf) and Ramadan-specific Umrah packages, operating across five Indian branch offices plus one franchise.

Product overview

Al Khalid Tours & Travels operates as a travel agency specializing in Islamic pilgrimage services, functioning as a single-brand tour operator rather than a platform architecture. The company's core offerings are Hajj Packages and Umrah Packages, which serve as the primary revenue streams and represent the main product categories. These are supplemented by Ramadan Umrah Packages (seasonal variations of Umrah during Ramadan) and Ziyarat Packages (tours to sacred sites in Iraq). All packages are sold as bundled tour products including visa processing, accommodation, meals, transportation, and guidance services. The company does not offer modular add-ons, APIs, or self-service platforms—the products are sold as all-inclusive package tours.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hajj Packages Comprehensive pilgrimage tour packages to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj ritual. Include visa processing, round-trip airfare, hotel accommodation near Haram in Makkah and Madinah, all meals, unlimited laundry service, ground transportation, Mina/Arafat tent accommodations, and guidance by experienced group leaders. Priced per person across tiered sharing options (2-share to 4/5-share) ranging approximately ₹7,90,000 to ₹14,50,000 depending on season and accommodation tier.
• Umrah Packages Year-round pilgrimage tour packages for Umrah available in 15-day group configurations across Low, Mid, and High Seasons. Include accommodation at hotels near Haram (Le Meridien Makkah, Hotel Maden/Royal Al Nokhba), full board Indian meals, unlimited laundry, group transfers, visa with insurance, and GST. Pricing ranges approximately ₹99,000 to ₹2,30,000 per person depending on season and sharing tier.
• Ramadan Umrah Packages Specialized Umrah packages during the holy month of Ramadan offered in 10-day land, last 10 days with Eid in Makkah, and full-month configurations. Feature premium accommodations (Safwah Tower 3 Makkah, Maden Hotel Madinah, Nozol Royal Inn), full board meals, laundry, and hotel upgrade options. Pricing ranges ₹2,10,000 to ₹8,60,000 per person for land packages.
• Ziyarat Packages Pilgrimage tours to holy Islamic sites in Iraq covering Baghdad, Karbala, and Najaf, with visits to Roza Nabi, Roza Hazrat Salmaan Al Farsi, Roza Imam E Hussain, Roza Hazrat Abbas, and other significant sites. 9-night/10-day tours with accommodation at Al Mansour, Al Hayat, Noor Land Baghdad, Al Fairoz Hotel Karbala, and Al Sahla Land Hotel Najaf. Starting price ₹1,60,000 per person.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tents at Mina located 0.9 km from Jamarat (within minutes of the stoning site)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SAPTCo (Saudi Arabian Public Transport Company)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAl Khalid Tours has a strong association with SAPTCo for ground transportation during Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages. SAPTCo provides 49-seat luxury buses with wide seats and good legroom for comfortable travel between hotels and places of worship in Saudi Arabia. During Hajj, Mercedes buses (some with on-board toilets) and luxury buses are deployed for pilgrim transport.
• IATA (International Air Transport Association)minorOthersIATA is an international trade body representing over 230 airlines comprising 93% of scheduled international air traffic. Al Khalid Tours is affiliated with IATA as part of its industry certifications, indicating compliance with international air travel standards.
• All India Haj Umrah Tour Organisers AssociationminorOthersIndustry association established in 1997 in Mumbai to represent and support private Hajj and Umrah tour organizers, helping them address regulatory and operational challenges collectively.
• Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI)minorOthersTAFI is a dynamic organization formed in 1986 to regulate the travel industry in India in accordance with sound business principles and ethics. Al Khalid Tours holds membership as part of its professional credentials.
• Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI)minorOthersTAAI was formed in 1951 by leading travel agents to regulate the Indian travel industry. Al Khalid Tours holds membership, indicating industry standing and adherence to professional standards.
• ISO (International Organization for Standardization)minorOthersISO is the world's largest developer and publisher of International Standards. Al Khalid Tours claims ISO certification as part of its professional credentials and quality standards.
• Le Meridien MakkahcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLe Meridien Makkah is a key hotel partner used in Al Khalid Tours' packages. Located 150 meters from King Abdul Aziz Gate of Masjid al-Haram, the hotel features 255 guest rooms and suites with Arabic hospitality, central AC, en-suite bathrooms, multiple dining halls, and 5 lifts. Used as primary accommodation for Makkah stays in most packages.
• Hotel Maden (Royal Al Nokhba)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHotel Maden (Royal Al Nokhba) in Madinah is located 200 meters from Masjid al-Nabawi. Features classic air-conditioned rooms, flat-screen TVs, en-suite bathrooms, and on-site restaurants with views of the Prophet's Mosque. Ladies' Lounge and Kids' Club available. Used as primary Madinah accommodation across package tiers.
• The Oberoi MadinacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Oberoi Madina is positioned amongst premier hotels in Madinah, offering luxury accommodation just steps from Al Masjid al-Nabawi. Features spacious rooms with complimentary high-speed internet, health club, massage and steam rooms (men only), and multi-cuisine dining by masterchefs. Available as a premium upgrade in Hajj packages.
• Kidana TowerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKidana Towers is a modern multi-story alternative to traditional Mina tents, offering comfortable accommodation for Hajj pilgrims with dining halls, prayer areas, medical clinics, and 24/7 hot and cold beverages. Used in Classic and Premium Non-Shifting Hajj packages. Located near Jamarat and key holy sites.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Thomas Cook (India) / SOTC: Large Indian outbound travel operator with dedicated Hajj and Umrah programs. Comparable on Indian source-market Hajj pilgrim customer, though Alkhalid is more specialized and lacks Thomas Cook's scale and corporate reach.
• Cox & Kings (India): Historic Indian travel operator that historically offered Hajj and Umrah packages. While now restructured, remains a reference comparable on Indian outbound pilgrimage customers and package-tour operating model.
• Akbar Travels: India-headquartered travel agency chain with Hajj and Umrah offerings alongside general leisure and corporate travel. Overlaps with Alkhalid on the Indian outbound Muslim pilgrimage customer but competes from a broader portfolio and brand.
• Al Rajhi Hajj & Umrah Services: Saudi Arabia's largest Hajj and Umrah operator, part of Al Rajhi Banking Group. Operates at much larger scale than Alkhalid with similar products (Hajj packages, Umrah, Ziyarat) and is the dominant incumbent; relevant for competitive benchmarking on Saudi-side inventory and pricing.

Regional players

• Muttahida Hajj & Umrah Services: India-based specialist Hajj/Umrah operator serving Muslim pilgrims. Comparable niche specialist model in the India outbound pilgrimage market, with overlapping product offering (Hajj, Umrah, Ziyarat).
• Dar Al-Hijaz Hajj & Umrah Tours (India): India-based Hajj and Umrah tour operator with similar product structure (group packages, individual packages, tiered pricing). Direct competitor for the Indian Muslim pilgrim customer but typically serves different regional catchment than Alkhalid.

Emerging players

• HalalBooking: Online booking platform for halal-conscious travelers including Umrah-friendly hotels in Makkah and Madinah. Comparable on Umrah inventory and Muslim traveler customer base, though primarily a hotel marketplace rather than full package operator.
• STH Hajj & Umrah (Serenity Travel & Holidays): UK-based but India-focused B2B Hajj and Umrah platform with strong Indian pilgrim sourcing. Comparable as a specialist Hajj/Umrah operator targeting Indian diaspora and subcontinent pilgrims, often partnering with Indian sub-agents.

Others

• VFS Global (Hajj & Umrah Services): Visa outsourcing partner for Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a competitor/complement on visa processing — a critical leg of every Hajj and Umrah package. Included as an ecosystem peer rather than a direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Hala Travel: Saudi Arabia-headquartered Almosafer-owned Hajj and Umrah digital platform serving pilgrims from multiple source markets including South Asia. Directly comparable as a Hajj/Umrah specialist with both offline and online booking, premium hotel inventory, and Saudi on-ground operations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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