UNITED KINGDOM, October 2026: AL Islam Travels, a UK travel agency, has published a practical checklist to help British pilgrims compare providers before booking Umrah.

With many packages available online, travellers often find it hard to judge what is included in the price. The team says a clear comparison of the same few details can prevent most booking problems.

What to check before choosing an Umrah operator UK travellers can compare

The agency advises pilgrims to ask each provider for the following in writing:

1. The ATOL number for packages that include flights
2. Hotel names in Makkah and Madinah, with distance to the Haram in metres
3. Flight times, airline and departure airport
4. Whether the visa, transfers and travel insurance are included
5. Cancellation and change terms
6. A support contact number for use during the trip

Understanding package types

Economy packages usually place guests in shared rooms further from the Haram. Four-star and five-star packages sit closer and often include breakfast and private transfers. Prices rise during Ramadan, Eid and UK school holidays, so the agency recommends booking three to six months ahead for off-peak dates and earlier for peak periods.

Documents and health requirements

Pilgrims need a passport valid for at least six months on arrival and proof of the meningitis ACWY vaccine. Names must match across all documents. Children need their own passports.

Services offered by AL Islam Travels

AL Islam Travels arranges Umrah and Hajj packages from the UK, along with flight bookings, hotel reservations and visa support. The team also handles holiday packages and corporate travel. Families and groups can ask for an itemised quote based on their dates and budget.

Choosing a dedicated Umrah operator UK customers can speak to directly means one team handles the visa, hotels, flights and changes, instead of several separate companies.

About AL Islam Travels

AL Islam Travels is a UK-based travel agency offering Hajj and Umrah packages, flights, hotels, visa services, holiday packages and corporate travel. Contact the team at [email protected] or visit alislamtravels.co.uk.