Caliph Travels, founded on March 4, 2019, we are your gateway to unforgettable journeys, offering global holiday services with a deep expertise in Umrah. Whether you’re embarking on a spiritual pilgrimage or planning the perfect getaway, we take care of every detail. From visas and flights to seamless transport and luxurious hotels, our comprehensive services cover all your needs. Serving clients across the USA, we ensure your Umrah experience is nothing short of extraordinary, with comfort, convenience, and peace of mind at every step. Trust us to turn your travel dreams into reality.
Caliphtravels (caliphtravels.com) has 71 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5.
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Staten Island, New York
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2026
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Warning: Fraudulent Business and Abusive Management
I am writing this review to warn others about this company's fraudulent practices.
False Location: They advertise an address in Staten Island, USA, to appear legitimate, but they actually operate out of Pakistan.
Unprofessional Payment Demands: They insist on payments through Zelle—a payment method legitimate U.S. businesses cannot force you to use exclusively—giving customers zero consumer protection.
Failure to Deliver Services: We paid in full for visas and travel tickets, but they never issued them or delivered the service.
Predatory Paperwork: After failing to provide services, they pressured us into signing agreements attempting to block any refund.
Abusive & Hostile Behavior: When confronted, a representative named Zakria used abusive language and threatened us, showing a complete lack of decency or professional conduct, particularly in how he addressed female clients.
Avoid this business at all costs. They are running a scam and harassing customers who ask for the services they paid for.
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ABUBAKAR
This company is a scam
This company is a scam. They scam me and my friend of our hotel reservation. According to the hotel they have refund all money back to the agent. Because of the war in the gulf countries. All money has been refund Accordingly.
Response from CaliphtravelsAug 12, 2026
WAR AFFECTED — REPEATED ALLEGATIONS REGARDING THE SAME BOOKING
Assalamualaikum Brother Abubakar,
This appears to be a second review concerning the same booking and the same allegations that have already been addressed.
We respectfully reiterate that Caliph Travels strongly denies the accusation that we “scammed” you. As explained previously, this was a Ramadan group booking involving multiple travel components, including flights, visa, transportation, accommodation, and other services. A significant portion of the costs associated with these services had already been incurred or utilized on your behalf, and several components were subject to non-refundable terms.
The statement that “all money has been refunded to the agent” does not, by itself, establish that the entire amount paid by a customer is refundable. Supplier refunds must be reconciled against the actual booking, services utilized, cancellation conditions, and amounts already incurred for other components of the package.
Despite the applicable terms and the costs already incurred, our team repeatedly attempted to communicate with you and explore a reasonable solution. We have not simply ignored your concerns.
We also respectfully reject any suggestion that Caliph Travels intentionally withheld money belonging to you. The relevant booking records, supplier communications, payment records, and correspondence have been retained and can be reviewed through the appropriate channel.
We understand that you are dissatisfied with the outcome, and you are entitled to raise genuine concerns. However, repeatedly publishing the same serious accusation without presenting the complete booking circumstances does not help resolve the matter.
If you have documentary evidence from the hotel confirming the exact amount refunded, the booking reference to which that refund relates, and the date of the refund, we are willing to review it against our records.
We will continue to deal with this matter professionally and through the appropriate channels. Because this is a public forum, we will not disclose your private booking or financial information.
Caliph Travels
📞 +1 (718) 219-5136
✉️ [email protected]
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Ibn M.
Think twice before trusting Caliph…
Think twice before trusting Caliph Travels with your Umrah journey.
I am sharing this after seeing the experience my brother and his family had with Caliph Travels.
They booked a Ramadan 2026 Umrah package. When the flight arrangements fell apart due to the situation in the Middle East, the package could not be delivered as promised.
The issue was not the disruption itself, but how the company handled it. Instead of providing a fair solution, my brother faced a SEVERELY difficult refund process, including an AGGRESSIVE response from management when he requested his money back. The proposed resolution involved booking another package before receiving a partial refund. This is EXTREMELY unfair, to be honest.
An Umrah journey is too important to be handled this way. Based on what my brother and his family experienced, I would strongly advise others to research carefully before booking with Caliph Travels.
Response from CaliphtravelsAug 12, 2026
OFFICIAL RESPONSE — REVIEWER WAS NOT THE BOOKING CUSTOMER
Dear Ibn Mumeen,
We respect everyone’s right to share their opinion; however, we must clarify that you were not the customer who made this booking, nor were you directly involved in the communications or resolution discussions regarding this case.
Your review appears to be based entirely on information provided to you by another person. Therefore, you do not have firsthand knowledge of the booking terms, supplier conditions, communications, proposed resolutions, or the circumstances surrounding the case.
We strongly disagree with the characterization that Caliph Travels handled the matter unfairly or that our management responded aggressively. As explained in our response to the original review, the booking was significantly affected by regional conflict and airline disruptions that were outside our control. The applicable booking documentation also contained the relevant non-refundable terms.
Despite those terms, our team continued to explore possible solutions, including alternative travel arrangements and future booking credit, in an effort to assist the customer.
We also categorically deny any allegation that our management threatened, harassed, or intimidated the customer. Relevant communications and records have been retained and can be reviewed through the appropriate channel.
We therefore respectfully ask that reviews and allegations about our company be based on firsthand knowledge and verifiable facts rather than second-hand accounts. Publishing serious allegations about a business without having personally participated in or verified the underlying events can create an inaccurate and misleading impression.
We have no issue with genuine customer feedback, including criticism. However, we will not accept false or misleading statements presented as facts, particularly from individuals who were not a party to the booking or the communications in question.
We would prefer to resolve matters professionally and directly rather than engage in public arguments. If you believe any statement in your review is based on firsthand evidence, we invite you to provide the relevant evidence to us so that it can be reviewed objectively.
Caliph Travels remains committed to addressing genuine customer concerns professionally and transparently.
AA
Akeem A.
Avoid this agency at all costs
Avoid this agency at all costs. My family and I booked a seemingly easy Ramadan 2026 umrah package with Caliph Travels (Invoice #CT0119) with payment via Zelle. Due to regional conflicts in the middle east, the flight itinerary they constructed completely collapsed, rendering the entire package undeliverable.
Instead of taking accountability as an agency or helping us find a solution, their management attempted to shift the blame onto us. When I reached out to resolve the issue speaking with agents Hamza and another that I can't remember his name now, I was forced to send a mail to the company asking for a refund as the package I paid for could not be delivered. Upon sending the mail, I got a call from an unnamed manager from Caliph travels who became verbally abusive, yelling and threatening me over the phone. My wife even had to block their number due to the harassment and disrespect.
To make matters worse, the manager explicitly stated that they do not issue refunds and openly threatened that he would personally ensure I do not get a single cent back simply because I asked for a refund for services they failed to deliver.
By way of compensation for a package they never delivered as stated by their manager, they wanted me to sign a contract tying a partial refund to me booking another umrah package with them at a time of their choosing. Under their terms, I would have to pay the full price for a brand-new package first, and only then would they refund a part of the money I paid for my original package that was never fulfilled.
Also, Caliph travels is not accredited by Better Business Bureau (BBB) so you have no protective cover. Save yourself the immense stress, financial risk, and verbal abuse. Look elsewhere.
Response from CaliphtravelsAug 12, 2026
WAR-AFFECTED TRAVEL DISRUPTION
Assalamualaikum Brother Akeem,
We are genuinely sorry that your family’s travel plans were affected. We understand how frustrating this situation was, particularly for an important religious journey. However, we respectfully disagree with several statements in this review and would like to clarify the circumstances.
1. The package was not “undeliverable.”
Your booking was significantly disrupted due to regional conflict and resulting airline cancellations and operational changes. These circumstances were completely outside Caliph Travels’ control. The original itinerary could no longer operate as planned because of these disruptions. This was not a situation where Caliph Travels simply refused to provide the package.
2. Refund and non-refundable terms
Your booking documentation clearly contained the applicable terms and conditions, including the non-refundable nature of the package and its components. As a travel agency, flights, hotels, transportation, visas and other services are arranged through third-party airlines and suppliers, and we cannot independently override their refund and cancellation policies.
Despite these terms, our team made repeated efforts to find a reasonable settlement or compensation solution.
3. Allegations of harassment, abuse and threats
We categorically disagree with the allegation that our management or staff verbally abused or threatened you or your wife. Our team is expected to maintain professional standards, and threats or harassment are not acceptable business conduct.
We have records of the relevant communications and calls and are willing to review any specific allegation objectively.
4. Your wife's flight
Our team communicated concerns regarding the developing situation because it was our responsibility to inform you of the potential travel difficulties caused by the regional disruption.
Regarding the flight purchased for your wife from Singapore, the requested flight was provided and that segment was subsequently used. Therefore, it cannot be treated as an unused or cancelled service for refund purposes.
5. Efforts to resolve the matter
Despite the applicable terms and the circumstances beyond our control, we remained willing to assist. We offered alternatives including an alternative Umrah package or a credit/voucher toward a future booking.
These options were offered as practical solutions to assist you and were not intended to deprive you of any legitimate refund.
6. Management allegations
We strongly deny that our management threatened or intimidated you. We have retained relevant communication records and can review them through the appropriate channel if required.
7. Our position
We understand your disappointment and sincerely regret the inconvenience caused by the regional travel disruption. However, we cannot accept responsibility for airline cancellations and regional circumstances outside our control, nor can we agree that Caliph Travels intentionally failed to assist, refused to provide a resolution, or threatened your family.
Because this is a public forum, we will not disclose private booking or payment information. We remain open to reviewing the matter directly and providing the relevant documentation, booking records, supplier terms and proposed resolutions.
Our intention throughout has been to assist our customer and find a reasonable solution despite circumstances beyond our control.
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Tamanna A.
Do Not recommend this company at all
I don't know how this going to be. But I booked my Umrah package whit this company back in June 2025. As usual, they were nice till I made payments. But till the last moment I had to call them for any update, Ihram cloths for my both son, and the travel information. As I informed them this is my first time visit with my children. We started here ok, but the experience was bad with ground transportation, I had to call a force them to pick me up from my location as they said, they can't due to some law enforcement issue, asked me to walk to the end of the road which was 15 minutes walk with all my luggage. Even though they knew we are about to travel 4 hrs drive to Madina. After waiting hours they sent the transportation. The very last day when we returning, at Washington airport we found that our domestic flight was cancelled from that airport. If I want to go I have to go to a different airport which was 45 mins away to catch next flight. Which I did, because I had no choice. I paid uber $60 to take me to other airport. I have not receive any apologize call. But when we were having issue and I put the review they forced me to change my review other with they fire the person who was helping me. So, these are the people who try to do a business in the name of Umrah or Hajj and when their business is done, it doesn't matter what was the travelers experience. So, If this whole review sounds rude then I am sorry. But we should not experience all these as I requested that I will be traveling with my children alone.
Response from CaliphtravelsFeb 26, 2026
Dear Mrs. Tamanna Akter,
Assalamu Alaikum,
We are writing to address your feedback regarding your Umrah journey with Caliph Travels and to clarify the facts. While we take our guests’ experience seriously, we cannot allow false claims or misrepresentations to go unchallenged.
Point 1 – Package Inclusions & Ihram Payment:
You booked a complete Umrah package, and all services included in your package were fully provided. Regarding the Ihram garments, you explicitly stated that you would manage it yourself and asked our team not to intervene. Despite this, as a courtesy, we sent the payment as a gift. We have clear proof (Zelle payment screenshots) showing the payment was made using the details you provided. Any claim that the payment was not received is factually incorrect. Additionally, all confirmed hotels and services were delivered without any compromise.
Point 2 – Transportation & Compensation:
Any minor transportation delay was due to local circumstances during peak Umrah season, such as prayer times and road regulations. Our driver personally ensured your safety and handled your luggage. Beyond that, we went above and beyond by providing complimentary Madinah Ziarat, lunch for your family, and Arabic dates, all accepted by you at the time. These gestures demonstrate our dedication to making your journey smooth and spiritually fulfilling, yet they were ignored in your review.
Point 3 – Accuracy of Allegations:
The agent who assisted you remains an active and respected member of our team. Misrepresenting staff actions or employment status is false and misleading. Furthermore, your initial 5-star review clearly indicated satisfaction with our services, which directly contradicts the claims made weeks later.
Point 4 – Domestic Flight Change:
Your domestic flight from Washington was cancelled by the airline, which was entirely beyond our control. Our team promptly attempted to secure the next available flight from the same airport and requested a few minutes to confirm the options. However, the call was ended from your side, and you chose to proceed independently at the airline counter, incurring additional expenses to reach a different airport. Any implication that this situation resulted from our negligence is entirely incorrect.
Conclusion:
Sister, these allegations are false and misleading. Caliph Travels has delivered all services promised in your package professionally and fully documented every step. We will not tolerate any attempts to misrepresent facts or mislead others regarding the services we provide.
We pray that Allah accepts your Umrah and grants you and your family peace, blessings, and guidance.
Best regards,
Caliph Travels
📞 +1 (718) 219-5136
✉️ [email protected]