Cheap Umrah packages for December 2026 from UK— Conclude The Year With A Blessed Pilgrimage

Saudi Arabia cools down considerably by December. Daytime temperatures usually sit between 18°C and 28°C, a big drop from the 40°C+ heat of summer. That makes Tawaf, Sa’i, and long hours of prayer far more comfortable, especially for children and elderly pilgrims.

December also lines up with the Christmas and New Year school break, so families can travel together without pulling children out of term time. Many workplaces slow down over the holidays too, which makes it easier to take time off.

For families specifically, this timing is hard to beat. Parents don’t have to request leave during term, children don’t miss lessons, and grandparents can often join too since everyone is off work and school at the same time. It’s one of the few windows in the year where a multi-generational Umrah trip is genuinely easy to plan around everyone’s schedule.

December is the ideal month for UK families to perform Umrah. it easier for parents and children to travel together and enjoy a peaceful pilgrimage.

Crowds are also lighter than during Ramadan or the Hajj season. You’ll generally find shorter queues for Zamzam water, more room during Tawaf, and a bit more space for quiet dua at the Haram.

Best for Groups

Most Umrah agencies run group packages from the UK to match UK holiday periods. Because December falls in school and work holidays, demand for group Umrah is high — which pushes agencies to offer group packages at lower prices. This makes December one of the cheapest months to book an Umrah package.

December Umrah Package Options

Taqwa Tours offers three package levels, so you can pick based on comfort level and budget rather than being pushed into a one-size-fits-all deal.

3-Star Packages

A budget-friendly option with clean, comfortable hotels and every essential covered — flights, visa, transport, and accommodation. Good for solo travellers, students, and larger families travelling on a tighter budget.

4-Star Packages

Our most booked tier. Hotels sit closer to the Haram, rooms are more spacious, and service is a step up, without moving into luxury pricing. Well suited to families and first-time pilgrims who want comfort without overspending.

5-Star Packages

5 star Umrah packages include premium hotels within very close reach of Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi, with higher-end rooms and amenities throughout. Aimed at pilgrims who want to minimise walking and maximise comfort, including older travellers.

What’s Included in Every Package

• Return flights from UK and Ireland airports
• Saudi Umrah visa and Nusuk permit processing
• Hotel accommodation in both Makkah and Madinah
• Airport transfers and intercity transport
• Ziyarat tours on request
• 24/7 support throughout your trip

There are no hidden add-ons. The price you’re quoted is the price you pay.

What’s Not Included

To keep things transparent, here’s what sits outside the standard package price:

• Qurbani or animal sacrifice, if you choose to arrange it
• Travel insurance, unless you’ve specifically added it on
• Personal spending, shopping, and souvenirs
• Meals outside the plan stated on your package (some tiers are room-only or bed and breakfast)
• Ziyarat tours beyond what’s included in your package tier
• Excess baggage charges from the airline
• Laundry and other hotel extras
• Visa costs for any dependants or nationalities that fall outside the standard Umrah visa arrangement

Your Taqwa Tours consultant will go through this with you before booking, so there are no surprises once you’re travelling.

Flying from the UK and Ireland

Taqwa Tours arranges December Umrah travel from cities across the UK and Ireland, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, and Dublin. We work with a range of airlines — Saudia, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Etihad, EgyptAir, and Gulf Air — so we can match your budget and preferred routing, whether that’s a direct flight or a cheaper connection.

London and Manchester are usually where we can offer direct flights to Jeddah or Madinah, typically with Saudia or British Airways. Departures from Birmingham, Glasgow, and Dublin generally route through a hub such as Istanbul, Doha, or Dubai, which adds a few hours to the journey but often costs less than flying direct. If a direct flight matters more to you than the price, tell us when you enquire and we’ll build the package around it.

Sacred Sites in Makkah and Madinah

A December trip gives you the space and time to visit the historic sites around both holy cities, not just the two Haramain. Our Ziyarat tours typically cover:

In Makkah

• The Kaaba and the Maqam Ibrahim, at the centre of Masjid al-Haram
• Safa and Marwa, where pilgrims walk Sa’i
• The Zamzam well
• Jabal al-Nour, home to the Cave of Hira
• Jabal Thawr, where the Prophet ﷺ sheltered during the migration to Madinah

In Madinah

• Masjid an-Nabawi, and the Raudah (Riyadh al-Jannah) within it
• Jannat al-Baqi, the historic cemetery beside the mosque
• Quba Mosque, the first mosque built in Islam
• Masjid al-Qiblatain, where the qibla direction changed
• Mount Uhud, site of the Battle of Uhud

What to Pack for December Umrah

Saudi evenings turn cold in December, even though days stay mild, so packing for both ends of the day matters.

For men

• Two sets of Ihram (unstitched white sheets), plus a spare
• Ihram belt and safety pins
• Comfortable sandals that slip on and off easily for prayer
• A light jacket or thermal layer for cold evenings and early mornings
• Comfortable walking shoes for outside the Haram
• A small money belt or pouch for cash and documents

For women

• Loose, modest travel clothing and a spare abaya
• Hijabs and a warm shawl for cooler evenings
• Comfortable flat shoes that are easy to walk long distances in
• A jacket or cardigan, as air-conditioned areas and December nights are both cold
• Personal hygiene and skincare items, since dry air and long walking days can be tough on skin

For everyone

• Passport, visa confirmation, and printed copies of both
• Prayer mat and personal Quran or Dua book
• Any regular medication, plus a basic first-aid kit
• Phone charger, adapter, and a portable power bank
• A reusable water bottle
• Light sun protection for daytime, alongside the warmer layers for evening

ATOL and IATA Protected

Taqwa Tours is ATOL (ATOL No. 74904) and IATA certified. That means your payments are financially protected, and your booking is handled to recognised UK travel industry standards from start to finish.

Booking Early for December

December is a popular month, and hotel rooms near the Haram fill up quickly. Booking 3 to 4 months ahead — ideally by September — gives you the widest choice of flights, room types, and price points. If you’re also thinking ahead to Ramadan 2027, December is a sensible time to get that booking in early too, while availability and pricing are still favourable.

Payment Options of Taqwa Tours

Our payment options are flexible, so paying for your Umrah is as easy as possible.

Full Payment

• Bank transfer — easy, and our recommended method
• Credit card — a small processing fee applies
• In person — visit our London office at 13 Station Rd, London SE25 5AH, UK to pay by cash or card

Instalment Plan Start with just £50 to secure your package, then pay a monthly instalment based on your chosen package until it’s paid in full.

Start Planning Your December Umrah

Get in touch with Taqwa Tours to build a December Umrah package around your budget, comfort level, and travel dates. Our team will talk you through flights, hotels, and everything in between.