A holiday is one of the biggest spends a family makes in a year, and the travel agency you choose decides how smoothly it goes. Before you pay an advance to any travel agent in Lucknow, run through these eight checks.
1. Is the agency IATA-approved?
IATA accreditation means the agency is authorised to issue airline tickets directly and has met financial and operating standards. It is a basic marker of a serious, established travel company.
2. Does it have a real office you can visit?
A permanent office with a verified Google Business Profile, a consistent address and fixed working hours tells you the business is accountable. Visit once before paying a large amount.
3. How long has it been in business?
Years in operation and the number of travellers handled show how well an agency manages peak seasons, last-minute changes and emergencies.
4. What do recent reviews say?
Read the latest Google reviews, not just the rating. Look for detailed reviews about real trips, and check whether the agency replies to feedback — especially complaints.
5. Is the quote fully transparent?
A good quote lists inclusions and exclusions clearly: hotel names or categories, meals, transfers, sightseeing, and government taxes such as GST and TCS as applicable. Vague quotes lead to surprise costs later.
6. Does it handle visas in-house?
An in-house visa desk that checks your documents before submission saves time, money and the risk of refusal — especially for Schengen, UK, US and Singapore visas.
7. What support will you get during the trip?
Ask who to call if a flight is cancelled or a transfer doesn't show up. Agencies with branches or partners at the destination can solve problems on the ground.
8. Are payments and paperwork in order?
Pay only into the company's official account, insist on a proper invoice, and get the itinerary and cancellation policy in writing before you confirm.
Sheeraz Tours at a glance
- Experience: 19+ years in travel
- Accreditation: IATA-approved
- Travellers served: 50,000+ travellers yearly
- Office: Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow
- International support: our own branch in Dubai
- Community: 500,000+ social media followers
- Services: international and domestic tours, fixed departures from Lucknow, flights, hotels, cruises, visa and passport assistance, travel insurance, corporate travel and MICE
Visit us in Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, request a quote on sheeraz-tours.com, or WhatsApp our team. Travelled with us before? We'd love to hear about your trip in a Google review.
Frequently asked questions
What should I check before booking with a travel agency in Lucknow?+
Check IATA accreditation, a real office address, years in business, recent Google reviews, a transparent written quote, in-house visa support, on-trip support and secure payment to the company account.
Is Sheeraz Tours IATA-approved?+
Yes. Sheeraz Tours (P) Ltd. is an IATA-approved travel company.
Where is the Sheeraz Tours office in Lucknow?+
Sheeraz Tours is located in Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow.
How long has Sheeraz Tours been in business?+
Sheeraz Tours has 19+ years of experience and serves 50,000+ travellers yearly.
Does Sheeraz Tours offer fixed departures from Lucknow?+
Yes. Fixed departures from Lucknow bundle flights, hotels and sightseeing at one fixed price for popular international and domestic destinations.