8 Day Classic Dubai & Abu Dhabi - Friday Departure
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Tour Itinerary
DAY 1, Friday - Depart for the United Arab Emirates
Depart for Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Dubai
Arrive in Dubai, the quintessential land of opulence, wealth and skyscrapers and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Dubai
DAY 3, Sunday - Old Dubai Tour
This morning, head to the iconic Jumeirah Mosque for a photo stop. Then, proceed to the heart of Old Dubai, to visit the famous spice and gold souks. Walk through the maze of narrow alleys of these souks. Board one of the traditional local abras (water taxi) and cross the Dubai Creek to Bastakiya area. View the traditional wind towers and Al Fahidi Fort, housing the Dubai Museum. Afterward, you're invited to the Sheikh Mohammed Center for a specially arranged local Emirati lunch and meeting. Enjoy an open discussion and learn more about Emirati culture and local traditions. Return to the hotel before an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager followed by dinner
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4, Monday - New Dubai Tour
Begin with a photo stop at Dubai's signature landmark Burj Al Arab, the celebrated sail-shaped hotel facing the Persian Gulf. Continue to Jumeirah Palm, a man-made island, which was built in the shape of a palm tree, known for its posh residential buildings, villas, and luxury resorts. Upon entering the island, board the Palm Monorail which will take you to the far end of the palm. Afterward, visit Dubai Marina, one of Dubai's most exclusive districts and proceed to the nearby Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR). Later, continue via Sheikh Zayed road to Burj Khalifa. Here, while at the top, a guide will help answer all your questions from your vantage point on level 124 of the building. Enjoy the evening at your leisure
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Tuesday - Full Day in Dubai
Spend the day at leisure or, join the optional morning tour to Sharjah, cultural center of the Emirates. As you begin your tour, you will have the opportunity for a photo stop of the cultural square. Then, visit the Islamic Museum, and the Heritage Museum depicting Sharjah's rich and diverse heritage. Later, choose the optional Desert Safari this afternoon. Board a 4X4 vehicle in Dubai and head out towards the highest sand dunes of the desert for "dune bashing." Next, arrive at a Bedouin campsite, where will have the option to ride a camel. Then, savor a barbecue dinner, followed by a Tanoura dance show
Optional: Half Day Sharjah Tour (AM)
Optional: Half Day Desert Safari with dinner (PM)
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Wednesday - Al Ain Tour
Today, travel to Al Ain, the Garden City of the UAE, the birthplace of H.H. Sheikh Zayed, the first president of the UAE. Start with a visit to the Al Ain Palace Museum, the former home of Sheikh Zayed, founder father of the UAE and gain insight into his life. Continue to the striking Al Jahili Fort, one of the region's largest fort. Then, head to Qasr Al Muwaiji, which served as a palace and administrative base for Sheikh Zayed. After lunch, depart for Abu Dhabi. Arrive and check into your hotel. Tonight, dinner is at a local restaurant
Overnight: Abu Dhabi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Thursday - Abu Dhabi Tour
Start off the day with a city tour of the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi. Begin at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an iconic symbol of Abu Dhabi. Continue to the Emirates Palace for a photo stop. Drive along the city's Corniche, and stop at the Breakwater, pause to take photos of the skyline. Then, head to the Date Market, and sample some of the many varieties of dates from the region. Afterward, admire cultural art at the Arab World's first universal museum, the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Following lunch at a local restaurant, spend the afternoon at leisure
Overnight: Abu Dhabi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8, Friday - Depart the United Arab Emirates
Transfer to the airport in Dubai for your departure flightSome flights depart shortly after midnight in the very early morning of day 8 and will require a transfer on day 7. Transfers depart the hotel approximately 5 hours prior to flight time
Meals: Breakfast
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Other departure cities available.
Special Features
†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
Not Included:
Optional tours and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
During Ramadan (Mar 1 - Mar 30, 2025), historic and cultural sites may close early and operate with minimal staff. The order of sightseeing may be changed to accommodate the holiday observance. Traffic congestion is common during Ramadan. Some hotels and restaurants may not serve alcoholic beverages. Entertainment may be limited to be respectful of the holiday observance. Modest dress is suggested during Ramadan (no shorts, short skirts, or sleeveless tops). Use discretion when drinking, eating, and smoking in public between sunrise and sunset.
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