Is it safe for a woman travelling alone to join a group pilgrimage tour?

Reputable group pilgrimage operators pair solo women travelers with a same-gender roommate/co-passenger for the duration of the trip and keep group sizes manageable for oversight by tour guides. One published customer account of a Bangalore-based operator describes a solo woman traveler being paired with another passenger and reporting a positive, well-supported experience. As a general safety practice, solo travelers should confirm in advance: room-sharing arrangements, guide-to-group ratio, and a direct emergency contact for the trip leader.