DAY 1, Tuesday | Depart for the United Arab Emirates Depart for Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) |
Day 2 Wednesday | Arrive in Dubai Arrive in Dubai, the quintessential land of opulence, wealth and astonishing skyscrapers, that stand alongside traditional mosques, and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure Overnight: Dubai |
Thursday Day 3 |
Breakfast at the Hotel 9:00 AM Half Day Modern Dubai Tour with Burj Khalifa. Begin at the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa, located right next to The Dubai Mall one of the world's largest shopping malls. Here, while at the top floor at level 124 of the building, a guide will help answer all your questions. Then, continue to Dubai Marina, an exclusive environment for living, leisure, and business, followed by a trip to Palm Jumeirah, a man-made island. Opportunity for a photo stop opposite the luxurious Atlantis The Palm hotel. Conclude the tour at Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a colorful, and vibrant market. Stroll through the bustling alleys of the souk, allowing the mystical aromas of numerous spices tantalize your senses |
Friday Day 4 |
Breakfast at the Hotel Today depart Dubai, and travel to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. On arrival, check into your hotel, with free time to explore Abu Dhabi on your own |
Saturday Day 5 |
Breakfast at the Hotel Half Day Abu Dhabi Tour. Embark on a tour of Abu Dhabi, where modernity meets tradition. Visit the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. Continue to the Heritage Village where you can experience traditional Emirati life, and craftmanship firsthand. Next, head to the Central Souk, and browse the stalls offering everything from spices, and textiles to exquisite jewelry, and handicrafts. Venture to Sheikh Zayed Center, a cultural hub dedicated to preserving the legacy of the UAE's visionary leader Sheikh Zayed, known as the "Father of the Nation." End the tour at the Date Market to view all the different varieties of dates from across the Middle East |
Sunday Day 6 |
Breakfast at the Hotel Approximate tour duration is 6 hours. Half Day Desert Safari with dinner. Board a 4X4 vehicle, and head out towards the highest sand dunes of the surreal surrounding desert*. Feel the thrill of "dune bashing" as you spiral up and down the enormous golden dunes. Upon reaching the Bedouin campsite, you'll be welcomed with traditional Arabic coffee and will have the option to ride a camel. Then, savor a specially prepared barbecue dinner. Later, enjoy a Tanoura dance show, then watch as a captivating belly dancer enchants you with her swirling dances before returning to Abu Dhabi the Middle East |
Monday Day 7 |
Breakfast at the Hotel Transfer - Depart the United Arab Emirates |