How large is the religious tourism market, and what is its growth trajectory?
The religious tourism market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $174.98 $ billion in 2024 to $190.53 $ billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the rise of spiritual consumers, growing interest in religious heritage and pilgrimage sites, expansion of religious tourism infrastructure services, government initiatives, and promotional campaigns, and rising disposable income.
The religious tourism market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $263.96 $ billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing interest in spirituality and wellbeing, growing international travel, rising awareness among consumers about travel destinations low-cost air travel, increase in population, and rising demand for specialized faith-based travel packages and tours. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in transportation infrastructure and connectivity, integration of technology into religious tourism experiences, sustainable tourism practices, product launches, and growth of online booking systems.
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What are the key forces behind the religious tourism market’s growth in recent years?
The growing popularity of spirituality and wellbeing is expected to propel the growth of the religious tourism market going forward. Spirituality and wellbeing involve the comprehensive integration of physical, mental, and emotional health and a sense of purpose, connection, and inner peace. The popularity of spirituality and well-being can be attributed to several factors, such as psychological benefits, health-related behaviors, social connections, and eudaimonic well-being. Religious tourism enhances spirituality and wellbeing by allowing individuals to engage in meaningful spiritual practices, gain deeper insights into their faith, and experience inner peace and personal growth through sacred journeys and pilgrimages. For instance, in 2022, according to the United States Department of State, a US-based agency, 46.2% of the population in England and Wales identify as Christian. Among the remaining population, 6.5% identify as Muslim, 1.7% as Hindu, 0.9% as Sikh, 0.5% as Jewish, and 0.5% as Buddhist. Therefore, the growing popularity of spirituality and wellbeing has driven the growth of the religious tourism market
What are the major segments of the religious tourism market?
The religious tourismmarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Domestic, International
2) By Religion Type: Buddhism, Catholicism, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Other Religion Types
3) By Age Group: Below 30 Years, 30-40 Years, 40-50 Years, Above 50 Years
4) By Sales Channel: Offline, Online
Subsegments:
1) Domestic: Pilgrimages Within The Country, Local Religious Festivals, Spiritual Retreats
2) International: Global Pilgrimages, International Religious Festivals, Cross-Border Spiritual Tours
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Which companies dominate the religious tourism market?
Major companies operating in the religious tourism market are Booking Holdings Inc., Expedia Group, Frosch International Travel, Insight Vacations Inc, Viator Inc., Travel Leaders Group, Kesari Tours Pvt Ltd., Collette Travel Service Inc., Exoticca, Corporate Travel Management Ltd., G Adventures Inc., Odynovo Tours, Trafalgar, AAA Travel, Gil Travel Group, Holy Voyages Pvt Ltd., JTB Americas Group, Ovation Travel Group, Heritage Tours & Travels LLC, Holy Land Tours
What major trends will shape the religious tourism market during the forecast period?
Major companies operating in the religious tourism market are focused on developing innovative solutions, such as spiritual tourism platforms, to provide comprehensive travel planning, booking services, and personalized spiritual experiences tailored to the needs of religious travelers. Spiritual tourism platforms are specialized services or platforms that facilitate travel experiences focused on spiritual growth, wellness, and connection to sacred or serene environments. For instance, in October 2023, EaseMyTrip, an India-based travel company, launched the EasyDarshan platform, a dedicated platform for spiritual tourism in India. This platform is a dedicated platform for spiritual tourism in India, offering curated pilgrimage packages to revered sites, including temples, gurudwaras, churches, and mosques. This platform simplifies travel logistics with packages covering transportation, accommodation, guided tours, and special pujas. The platform features diverse destinations, from tranquil southern temples to serene Himalayan shrines, prioritizing safety and sanitation, ensuring convenient and safe spiritual journeys for all travelers.
What are the key regional dynamics of the religious tourism market, and which region leads in market share?
Middle East was the largest region in the religious tourism market in 2024. Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the religious tourism market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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Religious tourism, also known as faith tourism, is a type of travel where individuals or groups journey to places of religious significance. This form of tourism is often motivated by the desire to experience and participate in religious activities, such as pilgrimages, attending religious festivals, visiting sacred sites, or engaging in spiritual retreats.
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