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Luxurious Dubai City and Desert
Middle East

Luxurious Dubai City and Desert

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  • Donna BlumerisDonna B.Africa
  • Ian SwainIan S.Co-President

Overview

From glitzy shopping malls to towering skyscrapers in the city, to the golden dunes of the desert; Luxurious Dubai City and Desert showcases both new and old Dubai together as one. Delve into Dubai, the perfect place to soak up the sun, visit mosques and traditional markets and understand the true culture of the United Arab Emirates. Escape to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve located about 45 minutes from Dubai. Relax and enjoy the luxurious resort as you uncover the heart of Arabia on camel or horseback.
Luxurious Dubai City and Desert
Day by day

Your journey, day by day

  1. Day 1

    Welcome to Dubai

    Welcome to Dubai! Upon arrival at Dubai International Airport you will be met and transferred to your accommodation.

    Enjoy an evening at leisure in vibrant Dubai. The city comes alive at night offering visitors plenty of choice from live music venues, bars, world-class restaurants to shopping in Dubai Mall or wondering the traditional souqs.
  2. Day 2

    Discover Abu Dhabi

    With the opening of various brand-new cultural landmarks, the capital city has become a hub for world-class cultural exhibits. Stop by Yas Island and take photos at the iconic Ferrari World. Explore the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the only outpost for the famous French museum, which is also the largest art museum in the Arabian Peninsula. Here discover the incredible art and civilization museum. Sneak a peek into the relaxed modern city life in Abu Dhabi as you are driven to the heart of the city, along the Corniche. Marvel at the grandiose Emirates Palace along the way and remember to take photos. The next stop at the Qasr Al Watan, the official presidential palace of the UAE, which is now officially opened to the public. Explore the majesty of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a palatial architectural wonder that is one of the world’s largest mosques.
    • Breakfast
  3. Day 3

    Dubai City and Desert

    This morning explore the vibrant city of Dubai. Towering skyscrapers have risen from the sands through the years in the fast-growing city of Dubai but never has it forgotten a vibrant heritage and its golden traditions. Learn more about Dubai's rich history and tradition on a tour of oldest neighborhoods of Dubai, and discover the well-preserved cultural treasures. Board an Abra, a traditional water taxi that ferried the locals across the Dubai Creek through the years. Walk through the gold and spice souk. Enjoy a stop by the city’s most photographed mosque, the Jumeirah Mosque which brings the tour to an end. After you morning city tour, transfer to the iconic Dubai desert. Nothing beats a firsthand experience signature luxury Desert Safari. 
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  4. Day 4

    Al Maha at Leisure

    Today is at leisure to enjoy activities around the area or relax at the resort. Your resort may offer from exciting activities including sunrise or sunset desert exploration, falconry, a camel ride at sunset, and more. At the hotel, take time to explore these activities at your own expense.
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  5. Day 5

    Al Maha to Dubai Beach

    This morning you will be transferred to your Dubai beach hotel. A beach within this massive city, you will have the opportunity to explore the surrounding area or relax at the property and take in its offerings.
    • Breakfast
  6. Day 6

    Dubai Beach at Leisure

    Today is at leisure to enjoy your surroundings. Spend the day soaking up the sun on white sand beaches, taking in the view of the ocean or exploring the exhilarating city, just moment's away from the hotel. With so much to keep you as active or inactive as you want, there is something for everyone.
    • Breakfast
  7. Day 7

    Depart Dubai

    Transfer by private vehicle to the airport for your onward flight.
    • Breakfast

Pricing

Package level

Luxury

Pricing for this package is on request. Please call a Swain Destinations Specialist to customize this journey.


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