Make the most of the UAE National Day break. Five trips from the UAE — from a 4-day escape to the trek of a lifetime — all organised by us, so you just pack and go.
Whether you want to slow down by a lake or stand at the foot of Everest, there’s a trip that fits the break.
TrekkingThe trek of a lifetime to 5,364 m, timed around the National Day break so you use fewer days of annual leave.
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AdventureHorses in the snow, skiing in Karakol, hot springs, eagle hunters and a night in a yurt in the Tian Shan.
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DiscoveryAncient monasteries, mountain roads and Mount Ararat on the horizon. One of the world’s oldest cultures, a short flight from the UAE.
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CultureDzongs, prayer flags and the iconic hike to the Tiger’s Nest — the Himalayan kingdom that measures happiness, not GDP.
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NatureLake Phewa, sunrise over the Annapurnas, boat rides and slow mornings. A gentle escape for solo travellers, couples and families.
View trip →An outstanding experience with Thin Air Trips! Isa and the team brought so much care, enthusiasm and professionalism to the whole adventure. Their thoughtful planning, clear communication and attention to detail made everything feel smooth and well organised, allowing me to relax and enjoy the experience.
What stood out most was the personal approach. Isa was approachable, helpful and always happy to answer questions. You could really feel her passion for the mountains and her commitment to making the trip special.
A fantastic team that I would happily recommend to anyone looking for a memorable trekking or mountain adventure. Thank you, Isa and Thin Air Trips—I would love to join you again!
I’ve now travelled with Thin Air Trips twice — to Torres del Paine and Kyrgyzstan — and both trips were absolutely incredible. Two very different destinations, but equally unforgettable adventures!
One of the best things about travelling with them is that they take care of everything. From planning the itinerary to organising accommodation, transport and all the logistics along the way, they make the whole experience feel easy. There’s so much that goes into organising trips like these, and having it all managed means you can relax, enjoy the adventure and focus on the places you’ve come to explore.
Torres del Paine was spectacular, and Kyrgyzstan was another amazing experience, with breathtaking mountains and landscapes that will stay with me for a long time. Both trips gave me so many special moments and memories that I’ll always treasure.
For me, the real value of Thin Air Trips is being able to experience these extraordinary destinations without the stress of coordinating everything myself. You get all the excitement of an adventure, with the reassurance that the details are taken care of.
The fact that I booked a second trip after my first probably says it all! I would happily travel with them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a well-organised, memorable adventure. An easy five stars!
Fuimos con ellos al Ararat y todo perfecto, organización de 10, muy buena comunicación antes y durante el viaje, y muy buenos guías. Repetiremos!
I had a fantastic experience travelling to Russia to summit Mt Elbrus. Isa has been really communicative and helpful. I had a lot of hestitations about travelling to the region, but all went smooth and the entire trip was amazing. The team on ground were also just as professional and helpful, really helping to take off the logitical pressure and allowing me to focus on the summit.
Espectacular!!la ruta , la organización , la gente…repetiré sin duda!
Viaje top y equipo mejor aún!
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UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad) falls on 2 and 3 December 2026. With the weekend, that’s a long break — ideal for a 4-day getaway, or to stretch your annual leave further on a longer trip like Everest Base Camp.
All five are group departures timed around the break: Everest Base Camp (27 Nov–11 Dec), Kyrgyzstan (30 Nov–6 Dec), Armenia (2–6 Dec), Bhutan (3–6 Dec) and Pokhara (2–6 Dec). Message us and we’ll tell you what works best from the UAE.
Not for most of them. Pokhara, Bhutan, Armenia and the Kyrgyzstan winter tour are easy and open to everyone. Everest Base Camp needs good fitness.
Yes. Many of our travellers join on their own.
Fill in the form or message us on WhatsApp. We’ll send you the itinerary, price and next steps for the trip you choose. To confirm your place we ask for a non-refundable deposit, and you can pay in euros, dirhams or US dollars.
Yes. If someone books a trip on your recommendation, you each get $100 credit towards your next trip with Thin Air ($50 if the trip they book costs under $1,500). The credit isn’t taken off the trip being booked now: it’s used on the following one. They just need to mention your name when booking.