5–9 day trips from Dubai to Almaty, Azerbaijan, Russia & Europe. From AED 2,199. Visa help included.
UAE National Day 2026 falls on Wednesday, December 2. Combined with Commemoration Day on December 1 and the regular weekend, you get a four-day break from December 1 to December 4. Take one extra day off and you have five days, enough for a real trip out of Dubai.
This page brings our National Day holiday packages from Dubai into one place. We run 5- to 9-day trips to Almaty, Azerbaijan, Russia, and Europe, with prices starting from AED 2,199. Visa assistance is included where you need it, and we handle the parts that usually slow people down: documents, flight bookings, and hotel confirmations.
For the full date breakdown, see our UAE National Day 2026 holiday calendar. Want a quick quote? WhatsApp us. We usually reply within two hours.
Most people in Dubai wait for Eid or summer holidays to plan a trip. That means National Day is often overlooked, which is exactly why it works. Hotels and flights are easier to book, airports are less crowded, and destinations like Almaty and Baku feel festive without the peak-season prices.
The weather also lines up well. While Dubai stays warm in early December, Central Asia and the Caucasus are crisp and clear. Russia has proper winter snow. Europe is in Christmas-market mode. You get four or five days that feel like a real holiday, not a rushed weekend.
We have run National Day trips for the past three years. The most common feedback we hear is that people wish they had booked earlier, because the best hotel options near city centers and main attractions sell out by mid-November.
| Date | Day | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 1, 2026 | Wednesday | Public holiday | Commemoration Day |
| December 2, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday | UAE National Day |
| December 3, 2026 | Friday | Weekend | Regular Friday off |
| December 4, 2026 | Saturday | Weekend | Regular Saturday off |
| December 5, 2026 | Sunday | Working day | Take one day of leave for a 5-day trip |
This gives you a four-day break with no leave days used. Add Sunday and you have five days. Add Monday too and you have six, perfect for our Europe winter tour or Russia package.
We picked these four packages because they fit the December 1–5 window, have workable flight times from Dubai, and feel different from a usual short-haul weekend. Open a package to see inclusions, dates, and booking.
Quick pick: short leave → Almaty or Azerbaijan. Want real winter cities → Russia. Can take more days → Europe.
| Destination | Visa required for UAE residents? | Processing time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | No | n/a | Visa-free up to 90 days |
| Azerbaijan | E-visa / visa on arrival | 1-3 days | We assist with e-visa application |
| Russia | Yes | 7-10 days | Mapshore handles the visa |
| Europe / Schengen | Yes | 15-20 days | Book by November 1 |
If you are a UAE resident but not a UAE passport holder, the rules may differ based on your nationality. We check this before confirming any booking. Need help figuring out your visa situation? See Mapshore visa services.
We are a Dubai-based, IATA-certified travel agency. We have been booking trips for UAE residents for years, and we know the specific problems that come up: visa timing, flight changes, hotel quality, and what to do when something goes wrong while you are abroad.
We also do not use generic hotel descriptions. When we say a hotel is included, we tell you the name, the neighborhood, and why we picked it.
Pick the package and travel dates that work with your leave days. Most guests book Almaty or Azerbaijan for the four-day window, or Europe/Russia if they can take extra days.
Passport copy and UAE residence visa copy. For Russia and Schengen, also a photo, employment letter, and bank statements. We send a full checklist.
Once visa and payment are done, we send flight tickets, hotel vouchers, and itinerary, plus WhatsApp support for last-minute questions.
UAE National Day 2026 is Wednesday, December 2. It marks the 55th anniversary of the founding of the United Arab Emirates.
You get two public holidays: December 1 (Commemoration Day) and December 2 (National Day). Combined with the regular Friday-Saturday weekend, that is four days off. Take one day of leave on December 5 and you have five days.
The best short-to-medium trips are Almaty, Azerbaijan, Russia, and Europe. Almaty and Azerbaijan work for a four-day break. Russia and Europe need five or more days but offer a bigger experience.
No. UAE residents can enter Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 90 days. This applies to UAE passport holders. Residents with other passports should check with us before booking.
Most UAE residents can get an e-visa or visa on arrival for Azerbaijan. Processing for the e-visa is usually 1-3 days. We help with the application.
A Russia tourist visa from Dubai takes 7-10 days once the application is submitted. We recommend booking by mid-November to allow enough time.
All packages include flights, accommodation, daily breakfast, guided tours, and airport transfers. Russia and Europe packages also include visa assistance. Travel insurance is included on packages above AED 2,500.
Yes. We can extend your stay, upgrade hotels, or add day trips. Customizations depend on the destination and availability. Contact us for a custom quote.
Cancellation terms vary by package and how close to departure you cancel. We share the full policy before you confirm the booking. We also recommend travel insurance for all trips.
Book by November 1 for Europe and Russia, and by November 15 for Almaty and Azerbaijan. After that, flight prices rise and hotel availability becomes limited.
The four-day window is short, but it is enough for a real trip if you choose the right destination. Whether you want a quick visa-free break to Almaty, a culture-focused trip to Azerbaijan, a snowy week in Russia, or a full Europe winter tour, we can put it together for you.
Get your quote in two hours. WhatsApp us or use the planning form on this page.
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