Best Countries to Spend Ramadan & Eid 2025 on a Budget
Ramadan is the holy month for Muslims. It is the most sacred month of the Islamic year which brings increased rewards and blessings from Allah Almighty. During this month, Muslims observe obligatory fasting throughout Ramadan on a daily basis i.e. from Fajar till Maghrib. A lot of Muslims also travel for the holy rituals with all-inclusive Umrah packages 2025 and perform the minor pilgrimage because of its higher spiritual significance.
Planning to travel with your family to spend Ramadan and Eid in foreign? Here are the best countries to spend your Ramadan and Eid on a budget.
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia houses the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. During Ramadan, millions of Muslim pilgrims arrive form across the globe with their Umrah packages and observe the rites of minor pilgrimage. This is because Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) said in a hadith ‘Umrah performance in Ramadan is equivalent to Hajj in reward.
Accommodation:
The top hotel accommodation choices in Saudi Arabia include; Jeddah Hilton, Mövenpick Hotel Tahlia, InterContinental Jeddah, Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah, Makkah Clock Royal Tower., Swissotel Makkah, Dar Al Eiman Grand, and Al Safwah Royale Orchid..
Restaurants:
Nusret Steakhouse Riyadh, Azzurro Restaurant, Porterhouse, Al Nakheel, Toki, Sakura, Al Deyafa Restaurant, Al Baik, The Blue Restaurant, Piatto, Steak House and Al Rawdha Restaurant.
Fasting Time:
Approximately 12 hours.
Top Attractions and Activities:
The Grand Mosque of Makkah i.e. Masjid al-Haram, Prophet's Mosque in Madinah i.e. Masjid al-Nabawi (SAWW), Cave of Hira and Cave of Thawr, Quba Mosque, Al-Baqi and Al Mualla Cemetery, Red Sea Mall, King Fahd Fountain and Al-Balad.
Cultural Events and Festivals:
The major events here include Iftar and Suhoor in local mosques as well as recitation of Holy Quran and Lectures.
Turkey:
Turkey is another popular tourist destination for halal travel because the country offers a range of family friendly activities, and halal options for your food.
Best hotels:
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultan Ahmet, Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul, The Marmara Taksim, Museum Hotel, Cappadocia Cave Suites, Sultan Cave Suites, Akra Hotel, Rixos Downtown Antalya and Lara Barut Collection.
Top restaurants:
Nusr-Et Steakhouse, Mikla Restaurant, Balıkçı Sabahattin, Topdeck Cave Restaurant, Old Cappadocia Cafe & Restaurant, Seraser Fine Dining, 7 Mehmet, and Arma Restaurant.
Fasting Time:
Approximately 14 hours.
Top Attractions and Activities:
The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, The Grand Bazaar, Hot air balloon rides in Cappadocia, Antalya Beaches, Düden Waterfall and Ancient ruins of Aspendos.
Cultural Events and Festivals:
1. Ramadan drummers waking people up for Suhoor.
2. Iftar gatherings at Sultan Ahmet Square.
3. Street food festivals.
Spending Ramadan in Qatar:
Qatar is alive even at night during Ramadan as here are a lot of public gatherings in local parks, markets, and mosques.
Top Hotels:
Four Seasons Hotel Doha, The Ritz-Carlton Doha and Mondrian Doha.
Best Restaurants:
Nobu Doha, IDAM by Alain Ducasse and Al Mourjan Restaurant.
Fasting Time:
Approximately 12 hours.
Top Attractions and Activities:
The Museum of Islamic Art, Souq Waqif, Katara Cultural Village, The Pearl-Qatar and Al Wakrah Souq.
Cultural Events and Festivals:
Ramadan markets at Souq Waqif and Cultural shows at Katara Cultural Village.
Morocco:
Morocco is another popular Islamic country to visit with Halal Holidays. Its cities like Marrakech, Casablanca, and Fez living to their fullest in Ramadan. Bustling with street vendors and traditional foods, you can have the best Ramadan travel experience here.
Top Hotels:
La Mamounia, Royal Mansour Marrakech, El Fenn, Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca, Kenzi Tower Hotel, Hyatt Regency Casablanca, Palais Faraj Suites & Spa, Riad Fes, and Karawan Riad.
Best Restaurants:
Le Jardin, Nomad, La Maison Arabe, La Sqala, Rick's Café, Le Cabestan, The Ruined Garden, Cafe Clock and Dar Roumana.
Fasting Time:
Approximately 12 hours.
Top Attractions and Activities:
Djemaa el-Fna, Jardin Majorelle, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, Hassan II Mosque, Old Medina, Ain Diab Corniche, Al-Qarawiyyin University, Fez Medina and Bou Inania Madrasa.
Cultural Events and Festivals:
Night markets in Djemaa el-Fn and Quran recitations as well as Sufi music performances.
So, these are the best countries to spend Ramadan and Eid 2025 on a budget.