Is it worth visiting the UAE in summer, and are package holidays significantly cheaper because of the heat?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 10 days ago
TL;DR
Summer in the UAE is extremely hot, so many travelers find it uncomfortable for outdoor holidays. Package tours are often much cheaper—sometimes around half price—but the lower cost is mainly due to the harsh weather.
What the community said
According to the most recent traveler feedback, a package holiday to the UAE can sometimes be cheaper than booking flights and a hotel separately. However, this was described as an exception, so travelers should compare both options before buying.
10 days ago package tour cheaper than independent booking
Another traveler who visited the UAE in summer two years in a row confirms that tours are cheaper in this season specifically because of the extreme heat. In other words, the lower price is tied directly to the climate.
10 days ago summer tours are cheaper because of the heat
There is also a strong warning not to trust claims that the UAE is 'not hot or humid' in summer. One example shared was a traveler who spent the trip mostly inside the hotel and nearly suffered heatstroke. The same message noted that tours can be about 2 times cheaper in summer.
10 days ago about 2 times cheaper