Arabian nights: Dubai & Abu Dhabi discovery

Dubai Airport - Deira - Dubai Hotel

Day 1: Welcome to Dubai!

Upon arrival, you'll be met by our representative who will assist you with a smooth airport experience before transferring you to your hotel in Dubai.

This evening, after checking in and freshening up, our driver will escort you to Dubai’s most promising luxury neighborhood, The Marina, where you will be greeted with a red carpet welcome and experience Arabian hospitality as your host welcomes you to the luxury boat with Arabian coffee and dates. 

You'll cruise on waters with stunning views of the city which include the high rises of Dubai Marina, Blue Water Island, and Ain Dubai - the largest ferris wheel in the world -  and JBR area.

Enjoy a delicious mouth-watering buffet and end the night with onboard entertainment like Tanoura dance and female vocalists performing the popular songs.

Dubai Museum - Dubai Marina - Burj Khalifa

Day 2: Journey through Time in Dubai

After breakfast, a guide will meet you at your hotel to begin a tour to learn about the history and traditions of the city. 

Our first stop is Al Bastakiya, an area where you can find parts of the city which existed over 40 years ago, before boarding an Abra, a traditional water taxi, across Dubai creek to reach the Dubai Gold and Spices Souk, to uncover the culture of the city's past.

We'll then come face-to-face with modern Dubai, starting at Jumeirah Beach where you will have the best view of the iconic Burj Al Arab, the world’s most luxurious hotel. Afterward, we'll head to Madinat Jumeirah, built to recreate the enchanting beauty of ancient Arabia.

The city tour will then take you to another man-made wonder, Palm Jumeirah Island, a palm-tree shaped artificial archipelago before visiting the Marina area, ending at Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest skyscraper which towers above the city.

Atlantis Aquaventure Theme Park - Lost Chamber Aquarium - Dubai Hotell

Day 3: Have Fun in the Waters of Atlantis

Experience the rides and slides of the Aquaventure Waterpark today, and learn about more marine life at the Lost Chambers Aquarium at the Atlantis the Palm Hotel.

Aquaventure is the best place for a family outing where you can experience the thrill and chills of the best water theme park in the Middle East. Get your heartbeat hustling on 30 slides and attractions, giggle your way down Dubai's longest Lazy River, and unwind on 500 meters of the private seashore.

At the Lost Chamber, you'll be able to get up close to more than 65,000 marine animals. Stroll among the remains of a lost city and get live the day as a marine life expert. While here, there are optional dolphin activities where you can swim in sparkling waters to have a genuine one-on-one interactive session with the dolphin.

End the day with dinner at one of the many, world-class gastronomic options at Atlantis the Palm Hotel.

Dubai Desert Safari - Desert Camp - Overnight In Desert

Day 4: Adventure through the Dubai Desert

You'll have this morning free to explore before we head to the desert for your next UAE adventure.

Prepare to experience an adrenaline-filled safari with a delicious BBQ dinner and live entertainment in a Bedouin-style desert camp beneath a blanket of stars.

Upon arrival prepare for dune bashing. Fasten your seats and sit tight and get ready for a ride into the desert to experience ups and downs and curves that make you feel like you are on a roller coaster. During the safari, you will be given multiple options to experience the desert up close.

Upon arrival at your camp, you'll be met by the feeling of an oasis in the desert. You will have a unique experience of knowing the camels up close, including a ride!

After a delicious dinner and belly dance show, spend the rest of the evening in a traditional seating called majlis or sit by the atmospheric bonfire.

Dubai Desert - Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi Hotel

Day 5: Journey to Abu Dhabi

Wake up to the smell of Arabian coffee and early morning desert landscapes that will give you a stunning view.

Experience Bedouin-style hospitality this morning with a healthy breakfast including smoked salmon, cold meats, free-range eggs, caviar, fruit, bread, tea, and coffee before returning to your hotel in Dubai.

Once you've checked out, your driver will escort you to the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi. After checking into your hotel, the rest of the day is free to spend at your own pace and leisure.

Grand Mosque Abu Dhabi - Louvre Museum - Qasar Al Watan Palace

Day 6: Discover the Secrets of Abu Dhabi

After breakfast at your hotel, a guide will take you on a tour to discover the secrets of the UAE capital.

Starting with a visit to the biggest mosque of UAE, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, you'll come face-to-face with a monument that captures the unique interactions of the Islamic world with world cultures. 

The city tour will continue with a drive through the Al Bateen Area which hosts the presidential palace, royal family palaces, and high-rise Iconic hotels overlooking the Persian Gulf.

Afterward, we'll continue to the heritage village of Abu Dhabi, where you will have the chance to experience the traditional aspects of the desert way of life, before continuing to the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the first universal museum in the Middle East that translates the spirit of openness of cultures.

End at Qasar Al Watan, not only a traditional palace but a tribute to the Arabian heritage and artistry.

Abu Dhabi Hotel - Dubai City - Dubai International Airport

Day 7: Say Farewell to the UAE

This morning you’ll be transferred from your hotel back to Dubai. Depending on when your flight is, you may need to head straight to the airport.

Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end but we hope you have enjoyed your time exploring the very best that Dubai and Abu Dhabi have to offer. The rich natural beauty, storied history, and the people that make the Emirates what they are.

We hope you have had a memorable trip and wish you pleasant onward travels!