December Umrah Packages 2026
December is a popular family choice, with the Christmas and New Year school break and pleasantly mild weather in the holy cities. Between the school break and the year's gentlest weather, festive-period hotels near the Haram are always the first to sell out.
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Winter school break. The Christmas and New Year holidays make December easy for family travel.
Mild weather. Comfortable days and cool evenings — among the most pleasant months to walk and worship.
Family-friendly. A meaningful time of year for families to travel together; we arrange family rooms.
Book festive dates early. Late-December dates are in high demand — reserve ahead to secure hotels and price.
Umrah months at a glance
How December compares — typical Makkah conditions and our honest read on crowds and value.
| Month | Weather | Crowds | Value | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramadan 2027 | Mild (Feb–Mar) | Very high | Premium | Reward of Hajj; last ten nights sell out first |
| January | Mild, ~30°C days | Low | Excellent | Quietest month of the year |
| February | Mild, ~32°C | Builds towards Ramadan | Good early on | Half-term; Ramadan begins ~8 Feb 2027 |
| Easter | Warm, ~36°C | High | Fair (school break) | Two-week family window |
| July | Very hot, ~43°C | High | Fair (peak family) | Summer holidays; stay close to the Haram |
| August | Very hot, ~43°C | High | Fair | Last of the school break |
| September | Hot, easing ~41°C | Moderate | Good | Post-summer lull |
| October | Warm, ~38°C | Moderate | Good | October half-term option |
| November | Comfortable, ~33°C | Low–moderate | Excellent | Connoisseur's month |
| December — this page | Mild, ~31°C | High late month | Fair (festive) | Christmas & New Year break |
The winter school holidays make late December one of the easiest times for UK families to travel together, and many choose to spend this meaningful time of year in worship at the Haramain. We're happy to arrange family rooms and dates that fit around the school break.
December weather is among the most comfortable of the year — mild days and cool evenings make walking to the Haram and Ziyarah sites easy and pleasant. It's an excellent month for first-time pilgrims and families with children.
The festive-period dates are in high demand, so hotels near the Haram book up early. Reserving ahead secures your preferred hotel and a better price. From budget to 5-star, we'll match the right package to your family and dates, with 24/7 UK support throughout.
All December Umrah packages
From £795 per person. Based on 4 people sharing a room. Visa, flights and transport included.
7 nights
4N Makkah · 3N Madinah
£795 pp
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5N Makkah · 5N Madinah
£805 pp
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7N Makkah · 7N Madinah
£865 pp
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4N Makkah · 3N Madinah
£815 pp
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5N Makkah · 5N Madinah
£875 pp
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7N Makkah · 7N Madinah
£955 pp
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4N Makkah · 3N Madinah
£970 pp
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5N Makkah · 5N Madinah
£1,055 pp
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7N Makkah · 7N Madinah
£1,090 pp
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4N Makkah · 3N Madinah
£1,095 pp
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5N Makkah · 5N Madinah
£1,155 pp
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7N Makkah · 7N Madinah
£1,215 pp
View package →All fares advertised are subject to availability and start from the prices shown. Fares are only guaranteed once ticketed. Offers may be withdrawn without prior notice.
Good to know before you book
- Is December a good time to perform Umrah?
- Yes. The winter school holidays make it convenient for families, and the mild weather is among the most comfortable of the year for spending time at the Haram.
- What is the weather like in December?
- Pleasant and mild in Makkah and Madinah — comfortable daytimes and cooler evenings, ideal for walking between your hotel, the mosque and Ziyarah sites.
- Are the Christmas and New Year dates busy?
- Yes — the school-break dates are popular and well-located hotels fill early. We recommend reserving as far ahead as possible to secure your preferred hotel and price.
- What's included and how much is it?
- The price covers the lot — visa, return flights, both hotels and every transfer — starting at £795 per person. Festive dates are busier; your consultant confirms the exact price before payment.
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