Halal Travel Guide Reviews 239

This was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Uzbekistan is an extraordinary mixture of culture and history. The tour was excellently planned every step of the way, with our comfort in mind. The local guides were incredibly knowledgeable and under the excellent leadership of our tour leader Humayun, who was very accommodating and diligent, we thoroughly enjoyed each city. The architecture was amazing, the ancient madrassas and mausoleums were absolutely mesmerizing and awe inspiring. The locals are warm and friendly, the traditional food is delicious, the handicrafts/bazaars are a treat and being part of a wonderful group was an absolute bonus.

This trip was spiritually uplifting for me, which made it more special. I would highly recommend it. Thank you Soumaya for arranging such a wonderful tour! I hope to travel with the group in the near future.

I travelled to turkey with my 2 daughters alone and was very reluctant at first but Halal Travels made the whole journey and process easy by providing an exceptional service. I would highly recommend them for your next adventure abroad in shaa Allah 🙏🙂

My first trip with HTG and it has truly been an amazing experience in Jordan! Soumaya had the whole trip very well organized and made sure everyone was taken care of. Definetely recommend booking a trip with HTG!

Third trip with HTG but this one was a special one to end the year with. The trip was a road trip so be prepared to be travelling a lot and living out of the suitcase. However this is what made it adventurous for me, as we got a good sneak peek of the bustling capital, Bedouin desert experience and of course the historic site of Petra all in one week! This was culturally and spiritually fulfilling and as usual the host Soumaya provided a 5* service and hospitality throughout the entire trip. We had a really amazing group and I have met some wonderful people. My favourite was the Bedouin experience allowing me to connect with nature. Cannot wait to travel with HTG again.

This winter I have been on my 4th trip with HTG and 2nd trip to Jordan. As always HTG s meticulous planning meant that every detail was taken care of incl spiritual and adventurous itineraries, very comfortable accomodation, delicious meals, comfortable transport, a trusty driver and highly informative, lively, local Bedouin tour guide.
From the quiet, reflective maqqams of various sahabi to the massive, ocean carved landscapes of Petra and Wadi Rum, there is much to see, do and reflect upon in this captivating, blessed country. The warm hospitality of the Bedouins and the wholesome family values they uphold are in stark contrast to the corrupt, decadent and fast- unravelling decline of the fractured society we find ourselves living in the UK.
As always HTG plants trees on our behalf both to offset the carbon emissions as a result of our flights and as sadaqah jariya. HTG emplys local businesses making travelling to the destination beneficial for the traveller and the locals at the destination.
Thank you HTG for facilitating a meaningful, safe, beautiful trip filled with so much goodness.
Looking forward to my next trip with HTG inshaAllah

This was my first trip with HalalTraveGuide and it was truly an amazing trip. I feel very lucky to have been part of this wonderful experience and especially to meet such great people. Soumaya was a great host and organisator.

I definitely will travel again with HTG - looking forward to the next trip💜💗 Samire

My 3rd trip with HTG to end the year was to Jordan. Like the previous trips this one also was an experiance I will never forget. Our guide Abu Omar was an excellent guide and an interesting person to listen to. Ahmed our host at Rum Planet Camp was also an exceptional person and very welcoming. Everyone in Jordan made us feel very welcome and like family. My favourite experiance was camping in Wadi Rum and learning about the stars. The 4X4 desert ride was also a very fun experiance. I liked that we were given free time on the last day to explore downtown Amman. I was lucky to be a part of a good group, which made the experiance that much more better.

My perception of Bosnia is a small, quaint European city. Our knowledgeable tour guide, Almir, started our trip in Old Town Sarajevo and took us throughout the country. We visited forests, olympic village and Mostar town. The country has many winding river waterfalls which are peaceful and beautiful. Taking a cable car up to the hiking trails showed beautiful landscapes of the city down below. I liked that the package price was as promised and included hotel breakfasts, tasty dinners, and tours. Hotel was nice, clean, and friendly staff. This tour is for those looking for a quaint, historic, halal, Islamic experience. I am ready for another experience and would recommend Halal Travel Guide.

It was a well planned tour, very professional and friendly tourguides. Overload of plov! But it was yummy, my favourite was the Samarkand plov. The masterclass was very disappointing as the Master himself couldn’t come and his students shown their talents, which is amazing but I didn’t think it was worth it. We still had time to do our own thing which was awesome. But all the sights was breathtaking.

I was searching for a halal way of experiencing adventure tours. Having found HTG on a Google search, I was mesmerised by the trip itineraries. One of the regions of Turkey I really wanted to visit was Cappadocia. Not only was I amazed by the breathtaking views of the region from the hot air balloon ride and quad biking, but the entire trip had a family vibe. Learning from Uncle Hassan (our amazing tour guide) who grew up in Cappadocia added a personal touch. Staying at the family-run Aren Cave hotel added a personal touch. Visiting potters and artists from the region added a personal touch. I felt like I was travelling with family and that's what travelling with HTG feels like. What a family holiday should be! Everything was organised brilliantly from the airport pick-ups and drop-offs to the activities, meals and hotel stay. I was really well looked after. Thank you Soumaya, Salma and team Halal Travel Guide for making this a retreat of a lifetime. Can't wait to go on another HTG tour soon!

What an incredible experience. To summarise, as a young woman, I felt empowered for a number of reasons. Firstly, the trip was well organised which allowed me to not worry about the small things and take a break from the chaos of planning for once. I really enjoyed staying at the stunning family run business: Aren Cave Hotel. Secondly, the itinerary also has proven to be flexible and rich in activities on offer. This included quad biking, learning about Turkish culture and exploring the carved cave buildings with Uncle Hassan (our local tour guide and ALSO local resident of Cappodocia). Thirdly, the option to join a woman’s only group allows girls like me, who’s parents are concerned of a female travelling alone, to travel safely.
I felt very fortunate to have been in a group where a warm and friendly atmosphere developed fairly quickly. Soumaya and her little helper Selma checked in on us in the first night and dropped off some snacks. Such small gestures and attention to detail contributed to a comfortable and homely vibe. Finally, just want to add, although not included in the package, the hot air balloon ride was literally the BEST experience of my life. The views were insanely breathtaking and I hope to bring my family back next time to Cappodocia In Shaa Allah.

A massive Thank you to HTG and Soumaya for making my first solo trip perfect. Everything was perfect from the amazing Aren Cave Hotel to our amazing tour guide. I would recommend booking with HTG with your eyes closed. I have already booked my second trip HTG. Go for it!!!! I did and it was the best decision of my life!!!!

The entire Cappadocia tour and experience was amazing from start to finish. It was organised excellently and packed full of exciting activities, outings and experiences, from start to end. Thank you so much to Soumaya and HTG for an unforgettable experience and opportunity to build special memories that will last a lifetime ✈️🌍💕

As a Turkish woman living in London Cappadocia has been on my bucket list for years, I just never had the time or opportunity.
My friend had been on a trip with Soumaya of HTG before and booked herself onto the Cappadocia tour. Well, when I found out I literally forced myself onto the tour! I’m so glad I did because it was a trip like no other. Sharing it with my friend was extra special.
Soumaya and her little helper Salma were wonderful hosts, organising everything with precision.
The Aren Cave hotel, the balloon ride( you have to do it, it really is amazing and not scary!) the quad biking ( loved it at the end only because I was rubbish!) the amazing landscapes, fairy chimneys, caves were breathtaking. The local guide Hasan Abi was a local man who had grown up in the very caves he showed us, So knowledgable!
This trip also showed me that women of any age can travel solo and experience the wonders of the world without a man! Our group of ladies were friendly and fun. Friendships were definitely made.
Soumaya did all the research and checked out the hotels, restaurants, guides prior to the trip. You feel safe and cared for.
Thank you Soumaya and Salma. I hope to join you again one day.

This was my very first solo trip. So it was so important that my expectations were met and basically have a safe and amazing experience. All I have to say from start to finish HTG did not let me down. From the onset Soumaya was at hand, any questions, and itinerary was provided, to ensure that trip is well planned and organised. Once we got there, the accommodation was stunning at Cappadocia, a cave hotel. Stunning views and a great bed and breakfast were provided. Our host Soumaya of HTG was always at hand and accompanied us with the excursions that were planned. Soumaya kept us up to date with any changes or protocols. From the balloon ride at sunrise to the horse ride through the rocky landscapes at sunset what a great start to the first day. Then it just got better, visiting parks, view points, caves everything had its unique beauty and story. Just like to say a MASSIVE THANK YOU to Soumya and Halal Travel Guide for making my first solo trip a memorable one. I will hopefully see you next year....watch this space! Ps I took my mum with me, almost 70 and she loved it too!

My 1st trip with HTG and it was amazing!
Travelling with HTG I felt safe and found like minded travellers that enriched the experience.

The itinerary was well planned with lots of things for us to do and see. I was not aware of all the Islamic history in Uzbekistan and this was an eye opener for me. I also liked that we got to take part in pottery and calligraphy masterclass and plov making.

Loved the country, the hospitality and hope to visit again soon inshaAllah.

We visited Bosnia with Halal Travel Guide. It was an incredible experience, the local guides they chose were extremely knowledgeable and gave us an experience we couldn't have had ourselves. You can tell they have put a lot of research and care in to their tours to ensure they are perfect, I look forward to travelling again with them in the future.

Amazing trip alhumdulilah! Learnt so much on my recent trip to Bosnia, a full on and well managed itinerary. Sami was an amazing host full of energy and Emir was also an excellant and passionate tour guide letting us know the history of Bosnia. Really recommend if you want to experience it and also learn a lot about yourself when travelling with a group

This was my first time traveling with HTG and it was truly one of the best trips I have ever been on!
Soumaya is great, her hard work, passion and planning is very apparent when you travel with her.

I would really recommend the Bosnian trip, such an underrated travel destination, yet a very rich historical place and an overall beautiful country!

I attended the Bosnia Retreat as my first HTG trip and it was one of the best trips I have experienced. Soumaya is caring and attentive of guests and takes feedback on board. She created a fantastic and broad-ranging itinerary where there was something for everyone whilst also being flexible and ensuring the group visited the sites they wanted to. If any issues emerged, Soumaya would immediately look to rectify them and make sure everyone was happy and well-looked after.

She created a very welcoming atmosphere where all guests bonded and felt comfortable with one another very quickly. This is a unique travel company who can cater to different needs, especially for Muslims and solo travellers looking to learn more about different cultures, immersing with locals and making new friends. I would highly recommend booking with Halal Travel Guide and will look to join more trips in the future.