Umrah Arrangements
Reviews describe Umrah-by-bus trips as comfortable and well organised, including transportation and hotel arrangements.
Saifco Travel & Tourism L.L.C - Dubai, UAE.
Deira
Saifco Travel & Tourism is a Deira tour operator handling Dubai experiences, travel arrangements and Umrah journeys. Reviews are especially useful for its Umrah-by-bus packages, Saudi visa assistance and desert safaris with dune driving, camel rides and camp entertainment.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
117 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Visa Help
Customers report smooth Saudi visa processing, including a multiple-entry visa completed without hassle.
Safari Variety
Desert safari bookings can include dune driving, camel rides, sandboarding, quad bikes, dinner and dance shows.
Family Friendly
One family said the children particularly enjoyed the camel ride, while the driver arrived on time.
Group Handling
A three-day itinerary for 28 guests was accommodated smoothly, with extra transport added for other events.
Flexible Booking
Customers have reported prompt communication, booking changes and help arranging last-minute activities and transport.
Yacht Setup
A private yacht charter review praised the clean vessel, helpful crew and pre-arranged birthday decorations and cake.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm Hotels. Before booking Umrah, ask for the hotel’s distance from the mosque and whether a 4-star or 5-star option is available.
Ask Costs. For a desert safari, confirm which add-ons cost extra before paying, since one reviewer found them poor value.
Avoid Heavy Meals. Avoid a heavy lunch shortly before dune driving; a reviewer found the drive stomach-wrenching after eating.
Consider Mornings. If Dubai’s heat concerns you, ask whether a morning desert safari is available; one customer switched successfully.
Plan the Journey. Allow for the long Dubai-to-Makkah bus journey when choosing an Umrah package and setting expectations.
Plan the visit
Practical details
United Arab Emirates - 3 16th St
Ayal Nasir - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Bus Reliability
One Umrah review reported an unhygienic bus that broke down repeatedly, causing a return journey of more than 30 hours.
Hotel Distance
A customer said the Madinah hotel was far from Masjid al-Nabawi and did not match the promised proximity.
Room Standards
The same review described dirty bedsheets, five beds in one room and limited air-conditioning control.
Safari Add-ons
One safari customer found the camp and dinner merely alright and felt the add-ons were not worth the money.
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The Bottom Line
Saifco Travel & Tourism is a Deira tour operator covering both Dubai activities and travel arrangements. The clearest strengths in the reviews are Umrah-by-bus packages, Saudi visa processing and desert safaris. Customers describe smooth visa handling, comfortable buses and organised transportation and hotel arrangements, while safari guests mention dune driving, camel rides, sandboarding, quad bikes, dinner and dance shows.
The desert experiences suit different groups. A family said the children enjoyed the camel ride, and another party of 28 guests had a three-day itinerary arranged with extra transport for other events. A separate private yacht charter included pre-booked birthday decorations and cake, with a clean, spacious yacht and helpful crew.
Flight-booking support also received praise for providing multiple options before purchase. There is one important Umrah caution. A 2024 review reported a dirty bus that broke down repeatedly and a Madinah hotel far from Masjid al-Nabawi, with cramped rooms and dirty bedsheets; the return journey took more than 30 hours.
That experience contrasts with several newer reviews, so confirm the vehicle, hotel name, mosque distance and accommodation category in writing. For safaris, ask about add-on costs, and consider a morning departure if the heat is a concern.