Holiday Travel to Dubai 8 Days

Upon arrival, a pick-up service from the airport to your hotel is offered from 8:00 to 23:00*.  

Enjoy some leisure time to explore the city and prepare for your stoked itinerary tomorrow. 

Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates, known for luxury shopping and ultramodern architecture blended with Arabic history and culture. 

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*Customers are responsible for providing (1) full name(s), (2) Flight number, (3) pick-up and drop-off times by the required due date. Delays may result in the inability to service. While we take all necessary precautions to provide a reliable and timely service, we cannot be held liable for any delays, losses, or damages caused by unforeseen circumstances such as flight changes, airline delays, adverse weather, or other events beyond our control. 

Start point Please provide us with your departure flight information 30 days before departure to arrange the pick-up service. , Dubai, United Arab Emirates 

After breakfast, make a photo stop at Dubai" s signature landmark Burj Al Arab, the celebrated sail-shaped hotel erected in the Persian Gulf, connected by a bridge with the seashore. Designed by Atkins as the first 7-star ultra-luxury hotel in the world, the Burj Al Arab, also named "Arab Star," the "Tower of Arab," has been nominated to be the first place of the global top 10 most deluxe hotels by "Conde Nast Traveler." Continue our journey to touch down on the Jumeirah Palm, the world" s first artificial island in the ocean, innovatively constructed as if it were a palm tree floating on water. Board the bus and ride to the tiptop of the palm tree. En route, admire the perfectly designed villas and houses on each palm branch. Disembark, and you will see the grand and posh Atlantis Palm Resort standing before you, surrounded by a turquoise ocean, a white beach, and the Lost Chambers of Aquarium. Walk to the Blue Waters Island. Next, you will be bused to the 2716ft/828m high world's tallest building, the 162-story Burj Khalifa, a masterpiece of the famed SOM. Take a super high-speed escalator to the observation deck – "At the Top Sky," on the 124th floor in 59 seconds. This is your WOW moment to enjoy the azure ocean, golden desert, towering minarets, and miracle skyline 1820ft/555m above the ground. Head to the gigantic commercial complex-Dubai Mall, which is believed to be the largest in the world, housing big brands, boutique stores, gift shops, a food court, Michelin restaurants, an amusement arcade, movie theaters, an ice rink and, to your surprise, a huge Mall Aquarium. This two-floor high indoor aquarium is unimaginably built inside a shopping center resembling natural underwater scenery. Get into the Dubai Emirates Mall, where you can ski in SKI Dubai(self-fee), the world's largest indoor ski field. Your last highlight of the day is watching the Dubai Fountain Show on the Burj Khalifa Lake, which is a must on the agenda for travelers worldwide. Animated with performances set to light and music, Dubai Fountain is by far the largest and tallest of its kind worldwide, visible from some 20mi/32km away. Free up your energy and shake a leg to the dynamic "Dance of Water" rhythm. 

Breakfast at the Hotel. Today you can explore Dubai on your own or join us for an incredible optional journey with lunch included. 

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Optional Tour: Dubai City tour with lunch U$129/person(min of 2 participants) 

Today, we will venture into Deira Dubai, the old section of town where the traditional lifestyle has been well preserved. Dubai was a small fishing village, but because of its prime location and easy transportation, it has been the trade and wholesale hub for a long history of spices, jewelry, and textile in the Middle East. Join our group to walk through the hustle and bustle of Fabric Market, where the locals often come to pick their favorite materials, choose various accessories, and have custom-made apparel. Jump into a Water Taxi Abra with the natives to ride across the Dubai Creek and call on the Dubai Spice Souk, an inviting place full of colorful, aromatic ingredients and herbs. Wander along the narrow alleyways lined with stalls offering all kinds of spices and additives from the Middle East and as far as India. If you are so curious, pinch and taste the flavors and ask for the recipes from the friendly vendors as you explore this fragrant marketplace. Dubai Gold Souk is another must-see spot not far from the spice bazaar, where you have more small passages to discover. The stores here expose travelers to an endless array of stylish gems, silver, platinum, and gold, from around the world that attract dealers and brokers in large numbers every year. There must be something to your liking from the range of products here, and get ready to practice your bargaining skills with these outlet owners and select a piece of keepsake to take home. Follow our guide to meet our bus via Perfume Souk. Bastakiya Quarter is a historical district where old wind-tower houses of wealthy merchants are still in good shape. If you wish to know more about the city behind all the looming skyscrapers, step into the art gallery, the café, and Sheikh Mohammed Centre to learn how Dubai emerged from a small unknown town to such a futuristic cosmopolitan metropolis within 50 years. Meet and chat with your host in this old neighborhood about the traditions and history of the city, followed by a lunch of authentic Emirati cuisine. 

Come back to the hotel, and the rest of the day is at leisure, or you are welcome to opt for our optional Dubai by Night excursion. 

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Optional Tour: Dubai by Night with dinner and traditional music on cruise U$99/person 

The Dubai Marina portrays the vibrant life of new Dubai-The new and mesmerizing Jumeirah beach area—home to many traditional dhows and most modern yachts, malls, and skyscrapers. See the Ain Dubai, the world"s biggest ferris wheel symbolizing the promising future of Dubai. Board the Arabian Dhow Cruise with fellow travelers to admire sparkling Dubai landmarks lit up at night. Enjoy dinner onboard with live entertainment/music. Depending on the possibility, your relaxing dhow may enter from Dubai Creek to the sea. 

Breakfast at the Hotel. Today you can explore Dubai on your own or join us for an amazing optional journey with a special dinner included. 

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Optional Tour: 4X4 Desert Safari with dinner show in Bedouin village U$99/person 

After the heat, your excursion will be set off in the afternoon by jumping on a 4X4 vehicle with our skilled professional driver and moving on to Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Take part in the heart-beating dune bashing ride, quad biking, and sandboarding. Make a quick stop on the highest dune for photo ops of the spectacular sunset. Proceed to the camel farm located in the heart of the desert and hop a camel for a short ride across the desert to a Bedouin Campsite where you are invited to participate in various cultural activities like henna painting, falconry displaying, Arabic bread-making and photo shooting in Arabic costume. Try Arabic coffee, dates, and shisha smoking (from a water pipe) before experiencing Emirati hospitality by tasting the starlight Arabian BBQ buffet for a special dinner around the campfire, accompanied by the Tanura Dance and Belly Dance Performance. 

Return to the hotel in Dubai with unforgettable memories. 

Breakfast at the Hotel. Depart for Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, after breakfast. Make our first stop at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an eye-catching symbol of the city which nobody wants to miss out on. Being one of the world's largest mosques featuring different Islamic architectural schools, the pure white mosque was constructed in memory of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of the UAE, with 4 tall minarets and 82 white marble domes. 1,096 jasper-embedded columns, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers, and the world" s largest hand-knotted carpet, the massive architectural work of art is unparalleled and will certainly impact history. Make a few photo stops and admire the gleaming architectural marvels, including the new CBD-Etihad Towers, the "Leaning Tower of Abu Dhabi"-Capital Gate, the world-only 8-star super deluxe hotel-Emirates Palace Hotel, and a quick visit to the Heritage Village where you step back to the past life of Bedouin nomadic tribe before oil was found. Walk into local workshops and see how the artisans make metalwork, weave fabric, bake pottery, carve woodwork, and blow glass. Explore the Qasr al-Hosn, known as the "White Fort" or "Old Fort." This oldest stone building was constructed in 1761 as a watchtower to protect the only freshwater well in the area, and now it has been converted into an exquisite history museum. 

Stay overnight in Abu Dhabi. 

Breakfast at the Hotel. Today is free for your activities, or you could join us for an optional day trip with lunch covered. 

Optional Tour: Abu Dhabi City tour with lunch U$179/person(min of 8 participants/a surcharge is needed subject to the number of passengers if less than 8 participants) 

• We invite you to step into the extravagant presidential palace-Qasr al Watan, a well-designed and beautifully decorated White House demonstrating the spirit of UAE. Then visit the Louvre Abu Dhabi, one of the "Modern Urban Architecture Miracles" worldwide. Sponsored by the Louvre, as the "Largest Cultural Project Outside France," the Louvre Abu Dhabi was designed not only for housing and exhibiting priceless works of art but also as a timeless architectural masterpiece harmoniously combined with elements of white wall, blue ocean, golden desert, and silver dome, depicting that the UAE is undergoing a speedy development and gaining full confidence marching towards the future. Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital (ADFH) is by far and without question the largest medical institution in the world, offering healthcare services exclusively for falcons. As this magic and skillful bird has played an important role in Bedouins' lives throughout history, the falcon is becoming the country's national bird and cultural symbol of the city today. You can visit the museum and wards or even try your hand at the garden to make friends with one of them when it sits on your arm. 

Stay overnight in Abu Dhabi. 

Breakfast at the Hotel. Drive along the Corniche and Breakwater before heading to Al Sharjah(100 mi/164 km) via the world" s only Ferrari Theme Park (outside view) 

Al Sharjah is the third largest city in UAE. Taking pride in some notable museums, mosques, and heritage sites, Sharjah is also named the "Cultural Capital of the Arabic World" by UNESCO. Photo stop at Cultural Square, the city center encircled by the Royal Palace, Royal Mosque, public library, and cultural center. Immerse yourself in the Museum of Islamic Civilization, featuring 5000 pieces of antiquities showcasing Islamic history, culture, religion, tradition, and art. Step into Bait Al Nabooda House, built in the mid-19th century as a residence, and get a glimpse of how the wealthy pearl merchant lived back then. Come back to Dubai. 

Overnight stay in Dubai. 

Day 8 Depart from Dubai 

Breakfast at the Hotel. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. 

Please note: Hotel check-out is before noon. (Late check-out may be available for a fee subject to the hotel policy). 

End point Please provide us with your return flight information 30 days before departure to arrange the drop-off service., Dubai, United Arab Emirates