UAE National Day Holiday Packages 2026

Overview

UAE National Day is one of the few fixed long breaks in the calendar, and December 2026 marks the 55th, which makes it a natural time to travel. With the public holiday falling midweek, a day or two of leave on either side turns it into the best part of a week away, and the cool early-December weather across the destinations on this page is at its best just as the Gulf winter sets in.

Travelwings offers 14 National Day holiday packages from Dubai for 2026, from AED 3,900 per person, all with return flights included. The range is wider this year than ever, spanning the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, Turkey, Europe, South East Asia and East Africa, with trips from three to seven nights to suit both a short break and a longer escape. Every package is built around the holiday dates, so the flights, hotels and transfers are already lined up with the break.

This page sets out all 14 packages, what each includes, what they cost, the December weather at each destination and how to choose between them. Prices are per person and each trip departs from Dubai.

From AED 3,900 per person · 14 packages · 3 to 7 nights · Flights included · Best for the UAE National Day travel break

When Is UAE National Day 2026?

UAE National Day falls on 2 December every year, marking the union of the seven emirates in 1971, and 2026 is the 55th National Day. It is preceded by Commemoration Day on 1 December, which honours the country's fallen heroes. In 2026 Commemoration Day lands on a Tuesday and National Day on a Wednesday, giving a midweek public holiday that many travellers extend into a longer trip by adding a day or two of leave on either side. Exact days off are confirmed by official announcement closer to the time, but this is the standard schedule. It is among the most heavily booked periods in the UAE calendar, with flights and hotels filling quickly, so booking early is well worth it.

What Makes a National Day Package Different from a Regular Holiday?

The difference is timing and convenience rather than the destinations themselves. A National Day tour package is an all-inclusive trip built specifically around the early-December holiday and departing from Dubai, so the dates are already aligned with the break and you are not trying to fit a trip around work. Instead of booking flights, hotels, transfers and tours separately, everything is bundled into a single fixed price per person. Because the public holidays cover part of the trip, you can be away for several days while spending very little annual leave, which is much of the appeal. For 2026, every package includes return flights from Dubai, so the largest single cost is already accounted for in the headline fare.

Why Travel During the UAE National Day Break?

The National Day holiday is a rare fixed long weekend in the UAE, which makes it one of the easiest times of the year to get away without using much leave. Because 1 and 2 December are public holidays, a day or two on either side stretches a midweek break into the best part of a week. The timing works in your favour abroad too: early December is cool and crisp across the Caucasus, Central Asia and Russia, mild and pleasant in Turkey and South East Asia, and warm in Kenya as the short rains clear, all of it a change from the Gulf winter. For families it lines up with a school break, and for couples and groups of friends it is a chance to see somewhere with a completely different feel. Booking a package built around these exact dates takes the planning out of it.

Which National Day Holiday Packages Can You Book from Dubai?

Fourteen packages are available for 2026, grouped below by region. Fares are per person and all include return flights from Dubai.

The Caucasus

Georgia Holiday Package: Tbilisi (3 nights, from AED 3,900). The joint-cheapest trip on the page and one of the shortest, a three-night break in the Georgian capital with return flights, breakfast, accommodation, transfers, travel insurance, sightseeing and an English-speaking guide. Tbilisi's old town, sulphur baths and wine culture make it a lot of trip for a short break, and December brings a crisp, atmospheric feel to the cobbled streets.

Azerbaijan Highlights: Baku, Gabala and Absheron (3 nights, from AED 3,900). The other joint-cheapest option, pairing the striking modern architecture of Baku with the mountain scenery of Gabala and the Absheron peninsula. The three nights include return flights, four-star accommodation, transfers, insurance, sightseeing and a guide. A strong choice for a short cultural break with variety packed into it.

Armenia Discovery: Yerevan and Tsaghkadzor (4 nights, from AED 4,249). Four nights taking in the Armenian capital and the mountain resort town of Tsaghkadzor, with return flights, four-star accommodation, transfers, insurance, a city tour and a guide. Ancient monasteries, a walkable capital and mountain air make this a well-rounded introduction to the country.

Central Asia

Almaty Adventure: Charyn Canyon and Shymbulak (4 nights, from AED 4,400). Kazakhstan's largest city as a base for the dramatic Charyn Canyon and the Shymbulak mountain resort above the city, over four nights. The package covers return flights, transfers, insurance, sightseeing, daily breakfast and an English-speaking guide. December often brings the first snow to the peaks, which suits the mountain setting.

Kyrgyzstan Adventure and Yurt Experience (4 nights, from AED 4,499). A four-night trip built around Kyrgyzstan's mountain landscapes and nomadic heritage, including a yurt experience. Return flights, transfers, insurance, guided sightseeing and daily breakfast are all included. One of the more distinctive escapes on the page for travellers wanting something off the usual track.

Kazakhstan Scenic Journey: Almaty and Kolsai Lake (4 nights, from AED 4,500). A different take on Kazakhstan, pairing Almaty with the alpine Kolsai Lakes, over four nights, with return flights, accommodation, transfers, insurance, a guide and daily breakfast included. The lakes and surrounding forests are the draw here, a scenic counterpoint to the city.

Uzbekistan Cultural Escape with Samarkand and Chimgan (4 nights, from AED 4,549). Four nights along the Silk Road, taking in the fabled architecture of Samarkand and the Chimgan mountains. The four nights include return flights, transfers, insurance, guided touring, a local guide and daily breakfast. For history and architecture, this is among the richest trips in the collection.

South East Asia

Thailand Highlights: Bangkok, Pattaya and Coral Island (4 nights, from AED 5,200). A four-night mix of city, beach and island, combining Bangkok with the coast at Pattaya and a Coral Island day. Return flights, hotels, transfers, insurance, sightseeing and daily breakfast are included. A warm-weather alternative to the cooler destinations, and a good all-round family trip.

Krabi Island Escape: Beaches and Island Adventure (4 nights, from AED 5,400). Four nights on Thailand's Andaman coast, built around Krabi's beaches and island-hopping. The trip covers return flights, accommodation, transfers, insurance, sightseeing and daily breakfast. The most beach-focused trip on the page, for travellers who want to swap the cool for the tropics.

Russia

Russia Twin Cities Escape: Moscow and St Petersburg (4 nights, from AED 6,100). Russia's two great cities linked by high-speed rail, over four nights with return flights, breakfast, accommodation, transfers, insurance and the fast-train tickets between them. Moscow's Red Square and St Petersburg's imperial palaces are at their most atmospheric under early-December snow.

Russia Northern Lights: Moscow and Murmansk Escape (5 nights, from AED 10,600). The most premium trip on the page, a five-night journey pairing Moscow with Murmansk inside the Arctic Circle for a chance to see the Northern Lights. The five nights include return flights, hotels, transfers, insurance, sightseeing and daily breakfast. A genuine bucket-list experience timed for the dark, clear Arctic nights of December.

Turkey and Europe

Turkey Highlights: Istanbul and Cappadocia Tour (7 nights, from AED 6,500). A full week spanning Istanbul's mosques and bazaars and the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, with return flights, meals, transfers, insurance, sightseeing, accommodation and a guide. Seven nights allows a proper look at two very different sides of the country, with the hot-air balloons of Cappadocia the highlight for many.

France and Switzerland Highlights: Paris, Lyon and Zurich (7 nights, from AED 9,800). A seven-night European tour linking Paris, Lyon and Zurich, with return flights, meals, transfers, insurance, sightseeing, accommodation and a guide. The classic Western European combination of a great capital, French gastronomy and Swiss scenery, dressed for the festive season in December.

East Africa

Kenya Safari Escape: Nairobi and Maasai Mara (4 nights, from AED 7,200). A four-night safari taking in Nairobi and the world-famous Maasai Mara, with return flights, transfers, insurance, sightseeing, game drives, a guide and meals as per the plan. December falls in a warm, greener window as the short rains clear, and the Mara's game viewing is the draw for a completely different kind of National Day trip.

What's Included in a National Day Tour Package?

Inclusions vary by trip, but the packages share a common core. The lists below describe what is typically covered and what to budget for separately.

Inclusions

✅ Return flights from Dubai
✅ Hotel accommodation for the full trip
✅ Airport transfers at the destination
✅ Travel insurance
✅ Sightseeing and guided tours on most packages
✅ An English-speaking guide on most packages
✅ Daily breakfast, or meals as specified, on most packages

Exclusions

❌ UAE departure and any applicable tourism taxes not stated
❌ Visas for the destination country
❌ Lunches and dinners unless the package specifies meals
❌ Optional excursions and personal spending
❌ Anything not listed in the specific package inclusions

Inclusions differ between packages, so confirm exactly what your chosen trip covers before booking.

How Much Do UAE National Day Packages Cost?

For 2026 the packages run from AED 3,900 to AED 10,600 per person, all with return flights included. The Caucasus trips to Georgia and Azerbaijan are the most affordable entry point at AED 3,900 for three nights, while the Central Asia packages cluster between AED 4,400 and AED 4,549 for four nights. The mid-range is filled by the South East Asia and Russia twin-cities trips, and the premium end by the week-long Turkey and Europe tours and the Russia Northern Lights escape at AED 10,600.

What sits behind the price is mainly the destination, the number of nights and the level of the flights and hotels rather than any single factor. Longer tours covering more ground, such as the seven-night Turkey and Europe trips, naturally cost more than a three-night city break. All fares are per person sharing a room, so those travelling alone should check the single-occupancy rate, and the earlier you book the better the availability over this busy window.

What Is the Weather Like at These Destinations in December?

Early December suits every destination on this page, though the character varies widely.

The Caucasus and Central Asia are cold and crisp, with daytime temperatures often around freezing to the low teens Celsius and the first snows dusting the mountains around Almaty, Shymbulak and the Kyrgyz and Kazakh ranges. Russia is properly cold and often snowy, which is much of the appeal for Moscow and St Petersburg, and colder still in Murmansk, where the dark Arctic nights give the best chance of the Northern Lights. Turkey is cool and pleasant, ideal for sightseeing in Istanbul and Cappadocia without the summer heat. France and Switzerland are cold and festive, with Christmas markets and Alpine scenery. Thailand is warm and tropical, a welcome contrast at around 30 degrees Celsius, and Kenya is warm and turning green after its short rainy season, with good game viewing in the Mara.

How Do You Choose the Right National Day Package?

The choice usually comes down to what kind of break you want and how long you have. For a short, affordable trip, the three-night Georgia and Azerbaijan packages deliver a great deal for AED 3,900. For mountains and Silk Road history, the Central Asia trips to Almaty, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan are the pick. For a warm-weather escape, Thailand and Krabi swap the cool for the tropics, while Kenya offers a safari instead.

For something more special, the week-long Turkey and Europe tours cover more ground over seven nights, and the two Russia trips run from the classic twin-cities rail journey to the bucket-list Northern Lights escape. If none of these is quite the trip you have in mind, you can explore many more destinations on our full range of international holiday packages from Dubai, which brings together getaways across Asia, Europe, Africa and beyond, timed for any date rather than only the holiday.

Who Are National Day Holiday Packages Best For?

• Families: the break lines up with school holidays, and trips like Thailand, Kenya and the Central Asia adventures suit mixed ages.
• Couples: the shorter city breaks to Tbilisi, Baku and Yerevan, or the Russia twin-cities trip, work well for a quick, atmospheric winter escape.
• Groups of friends: the mountain and adventure trips across Central Asia and the beaches of Krabi suit a group looking for something active or social.
• Bucket-list travellers: the Russia Northern Lights escape and the week-long Europe tour are the trips to look at when you want something memorable.
• Anyone short on leave: every package is timed around the public holiday, so you get a full trip for very little annual leave.

What Should You Know Before You Book?

A few practical points are worth checking before you commit. Visas are not included in the package price, and requirements differ by destination and by your nationality and residency, so confirm what your chosen country needs and allow time to arrange it, particularly for Europe, Russia and Turkey. Prices are quoted per person sharing, so a solo traveller should ask what a single room adds. Because National Day is one of the busiest travel windows of the year, the best-value flights and hotels go first, so the earlier you book the better your choice and price. And since inclusions vary between trips, read the specific package details rather than assuming, especially around meals and which tours are covered.

How Do You Book a UAE National Day Holiday Package?

Choose a package on this page and enquire online, or speak to the team directly. Call +971 4 563 5800 or email holidays@travelwings.com to book or to ask about any of the trips. The team can confirm exactly what each package includes, advise on visas for your destination, arrange room upgrades or extra nights and put together a group booking for families or friends travelling together. Fares are quoted in dirhams per person, and eligible bookings can be paid off in Easy Installments.

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Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative lead-in fares per person on a shared-room basis and are subject to availability, departure date, room category and change without notice. Package inclusions, itineraries and flights vary by trip. National Day dates are subject to official government announcement. Visas are not included. Please confirm current prices and full details with Travelwings before booking.

Frequently Asked Questions: UAE National Day Holiday Packages

1. When is UAE National Day 2026?

National Day falls on 2 December 2026, the 55th since the union in 1971, preceded by Commemoration Day on 1 December. In 2026 these fall on a Tuesday and Wednesday, giving a midweek holiday, with exact days off confirmed by official announcement closer to the time.

2. How much do National Day holiday packages cost?

For 2026 the packages run from AED 3,900 to AED 10,600 per person, all with return flights from Dubai. The three-night Georgia and Azerbaijan trips are the most affordable, and the Russia Northern Lights escape the most premium.

3. How many packages are available and where do they go?

Fourteen packages spanning the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, Turkey, Europe, South East Asia and East Africa, from three to seven nights, so there is a trip to suit a short break or a longer escape.

4. Are flights included in the National Day tour packages?

Yes. Every one of the 14 packages for 2026 includes return flights from Dubai, along with accommodation, transfers and travel insurance, with most also including sightseeing, a guide and breakfast.

5. Do I need a visa for these trips?

Visas are not included and depend on your destination, nationality and residency. Several destinations, including Europe, Russia and Turkey, need a visa arranged in advance, so confirm the requirements and allow time before you travel.

6. Which is the cheapest National Day package?

The three-night Georgia and Azerbaijan packages are the joint-cheapest at AED 3,900 per person, both including return flights, accommodation, transfers, insurance and sightseeing.

7. Are these packages good for families?

Yes. The break aligns with school holidays, and trips such as Thailand, Kenya and the Central Asia adventures suit mixed ages. Family rooms and connecting rooms can be arranged on request.

8. Can I extend a package or add nights?

Yes. The team can arrange extra nights, room upgrades and other adjustments. Contact them with the package and dates you have in mind and they will tailor it.

9. When should I book for National Day?

As early as possible. National Day is one of the busiest travel windows in the UAE, so the best-value flights and hotels sell first, and booking ahead secures both your choice of trip and a better price.

10. Are the prices per person or per couple?

Per person, on a shared-room basis. Solo travellers should ask about the single supplement, and children may qualify for reduced rates depending on the package.

11. What is the weather like at these destinations in December?

It varies widely: cold and crisp across the Caucasus and Central Asia, snowy in Russia, cool and pleasant in Turkey, festive in Europe, warm and tropical in Thailand, and warm with clearing rains in Kenya.

12. How do I book a National Day holiday package?

Choose a package on this page and enquire online, or call +971 4 563 5800 or email holidays@travelwings.com, and the team will confirm the details and complete the booking.