Taking a much-awaited International trip doesn’t have to be expensive. Would you be taken by surprise when we say, it wouldn’t even cost as much as the new iPhoneX? What you heard is true. Without further ado, here are some incredible international destinations that you can visit from UAE without having to burn a hole in your pocket: 

• Thailand

Thailand, known as the land of Smiles and the land of White Elephants, is a fascinating country brimming with natural beauty, exotic beaches, and serene ambience. Gorgeous beaches, ancient ruins, blue lagoons, and traditional farming villages add a mystical element to Thailand.

Places to see: The islands like Phuket, Pattaya, and Ko Phi Phi are individually so vivid and wonderful that you can plan a trip just focusing on these islands alone! For nature lovers and lovers of Buddhist architecture, places like Chiang Rui, Pai, Railay, Khao Sok National Park could offer an escape into the suave side of Thailand. Thailand is also known for its culturally and historically significant destinations, such as the capital city of Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Kanchanaburi, Ayuthaya, and Phanom Rung.

Travelling to Thailand From UAE: A package trip to Thailand for 3-5 days would only cost anywhere between 950 AED to 1999 AED. The round trip flight tickets from UAE would cost approximately 3000 AED. A non-stop flight could take 6-7 hours to reach Thailand from any airport in the GCC.

• Singapore

While Singapore is known to the world as a high-end shopping destination filled with shopping streets and luxury hotels, this small Asian country is a heaven for nature and leisure tourists too. Singapore is famed for its futuristic cityscapes while incorporating natural ecosystem inside the city itself, living up to its reputation as ‘the Garden City’.

Places to see: Some of the must-visit places in Singapore are Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Flyer, Gardens by the Bay, Botanic Gardens, Singapore Zoo, and the famous islands of Singapore. Along with this, Singapore is also known for its melting pot of cultures. There are regions specific to various cultural communities that you should visit, including the Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam.

Travelling to Singapore from UAE: The flight tickets to Singapore would fetch around 1700-2000 AED, while the travel in Singapore could be quite cheap if you’re travelling on a package trip. For travelling on your own, you should carry an average of 200-400 AED per person for each day spent in Singapore. It takes approximately 8 hours for a non-stop flight from UAE to reach Singapore.

• Malaysia

Malaysia has its own charm and elegance. It is well known for its rich cultural heritage, colonial towns, beautiful islands, amazing wildlife, and of course, orangutans. One more thing that will intrigue you during your visit is the European influences in the Malaysian culture and architecture, which almost perfectly blends with the influences from the other Asian countries like China, India, and Indonesia.

Places to see: There are two main regions of Malaysia; the peninsula and Borneo, which offer quite different experiences, both spectacular in their own rights. Some of the places you shouldn’t miss in Malaysia are the Kuala Lumpur, George Town, Penang Island, Mulu Caves, Perhentian Island, Langkawi, Mount Kinabalu, Taman Negara, and Sipadan.

Travelling to Malaysia from UAE: You can get a flight to Malaysia for as cheap as 1300 AED, while a 2-3 days package trip covering the major places would cost around 900 AED. You can reach Malaysia via flight in approximately 8 hours.

• Sri Lanka

A country that you see as a teardrop falling from the tip of India in the maps, Sri Lanka has a legendary reputation for being one of the most beautiful island countries in the world. The palm-fringed shores, the friendly people, and the magnificent natural beauty of Sri Lanka are reasons why the Persian traders called the country as Serendib — the Persian word from where the ‘serendipity’ finds its origins!

Places to see: Sri Lanka is full of beautiful places, each better than the other in some way or the other. Some of the best places you should visit while travelling to Sri Lanka are Kandy, Trincomalee, Nilaveli, Ella, Mirissa, Weligama, Negombo, and Bentota.

Travelling to Sri Lanka from UAE: Travellers from UAE can reach Sri Lanka by a direct flight in just under 5 hours. While the flight charges start from around 1400 AED, you may need to carry around 300 AED per person for each day in Sri Lanka.

• Indonesia

With 17,000 islands, Indonesia is one of the most diverse countries in the world and one of the cheapest tourist destinations on the planet. Nevertheless, the breathtaking view of the beaches, the idyllic landscapes, the beautiful natural world, and the incredible architectural and cultural beauty of Indonesia is sure to captivate your mind and soul!

Places to see: Jakarta is a bustling city full of shopping centres and markets and you’d probably visit Jakarta as your entry or exit point. Bali, Yogyakarta, Mount Bromo, Lake Toba, Lombok, Tana Toraja, and Raja Ampat are just a few of the other magical attractions in Indonesia.

Travelling to Indonesia from UAE: The travel time to Indonesia is around 8 hours and the round trip flight charges start from approximately 2800 AED. The travel cost in Indonesia could be as cheap as 100 AED per day to 300 AED per day, including your accommodation.

• Georgia

Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, honeymooner, art-lover, or an admirer of medieval architecture, Georgia has something for every traveller! This is a country where guests are considered as a gift from God, and the hospitality has become a way of life. Spectacular buildings, magnificent alpine landscapes, and rustic villages are some of the everlasting memories from a Georgian trip.

Places to see: In order to cover Georgia entirely, you might need to stay for at least a month. However, you can plan your itinerary or get a package tour that covers some of the most interesting places in Georgia, such as Savannah, Gergeti Trinity Church, Narikala, Mount Kazbek, Vardzia, Jvari, Ananuri, Batumi Botanical Garden, and Uplistsikhe.

Travelling to Georgia from UAE: You can get flight tickets to Tbilisi for as low as 900 AED to 1000 AED, or even cheaper if you book in advance. The travel duration is approximately 5-6 hours. The daily travel charges inclusive of the hostel/hotel reservation charges could be to 300-800 AED per day. You can even get cheaper deals when you opt for a packaged tour.

• Maldives

The sugar-white sand, cyan-blue waters, and hundreds of cute little islands make Maldives one of the best holiday destinations in the world. Maldives also has some of the most sought-after diving & snorkelling sites, and perhaps, the best beaches in the world. The best part is, you can travel to Maldives on a really low budget when compared to many other exotic islands, and get an even better experience after the trip!

Places to see: While Maldives has a lot of inspiring landscapes and islands, the most important places you should visit are Malé, Addu City, Vilamendhoo, Veligandu Island, and Alimatha Island. Being a predominantly Muslim country, there are some beautiful mosques that you can visit, including Grand Friday Mosque and Hulhumale Mosque.

Travelling to Maldives from UAE: The travel around Maldives is quite cheap, and more often than not, you can see tourists choosing to take a leisurely walk to cover most of the landmarks and tourist destinations inside the cities. Budget resorts tend to cost you around 400-1200 AED per night, but you can get accommodation in guest houses for as cheap as 300 AED per night. The flight tickets to Maldives is generally around 900 AED to 1500 AED. You may even get cheaper deals when you book in advance.

• Kenya

If you’ve seen the pictures showing the best of the African wildlife and wilderness, that’s probably Kenya. The incredibly beautiful tropical rainforests, thriving wildlife, and amazing tribal communities including the Maasai, the Turkana, the Samburu, and the Swahili make Kenya one of the hotspots for nature tourists and wildlife enthusiasts.

Places to see: The Maasai Mara National Reserve, Amboseli National Reserve, Tsavo National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lamu, and Lake Naivasha are some of the top-rated tourist destinations that you should pay a visit to while in Kenya.

Travelling to Kenya from UAE: The airfare is mostly seen around 1000 AED and you can assure the lowest prices if you book a couple of months in advance. The best way to enjoy Kenya without taking any hassles or troubles is to find a custom tour package that might cost you anywhere between 3000 AED to 4000 AED for a 3-4 days trip.

• Czech Republic

One of the most famous tourist destinations in Europe, the Czech Republic offers you the finest of the Gothic-style architecture which is nearly intact since the medieval age. Once you escape from the major cities, you can see the elegant, rustic landscapes and natural beauty of this country. If possible, go on a train journey through the farmlands and villages — the sight out of the window is nothing but magical.

Places to see: Best known for its ornate castles and magnificent monument, the Czech Republic is an interesting destination for travellers who love the archaic architecture of the Slavic region. While the capital city of Prague gives you a glimpse of the grand and culturally significant buildings, there are other beautiful towns like Cesky Krumlov, Kutna Hora, Karlovy Vary, and Castle Karlstejn that show how quaint and picturesque the country is.

Travelling to the Czech Republic from UAE: The flight from GCC would take approximately 10 hours to reach Prague and would cost you around 1300 AED for the flight tickets. The per-day cost of staying in the Czech Republic, including your hotel bill, can be as inexpensive as 600 AED.

• Taiwan

From stunning mountain sceneries to white sandy beaches, Taiwan offers a real treat to its visitors. Taiwan is famed for its food, authentic culture, and impeccable classical Chinese-styled architecture.

Places to see: Taiwan is a small island nation, but the experience it offers to its visitors surpasses many better-known countries in the world. Some of the top attractions in Taiwan include the once world’s highest building — Taipei 101, Taroko Gorge, National Palace Museum, Kenting National Park, Tainan, Yangmingshan National Park, and the hot springs of Taiwan.

Travelling to Taiwan from UAE: The flight tickets to Taiwan would cost you around 1500 AED to 2000 AED when the price is at its lowest. The average daily travelling charge, including your accommodation, would be around 1000 AED.

Now, making a trip on your own may not guarantee this insanely low price. What you can do here is, book your tour package with a reputed and internationally recognised travel agency, such as houseoftours.com and avail any of these completely customizable packages for under 4500 AED! Drop us a line using our contact page to know more about these incredible offers and more.