Best of the Arabia

Arrival in Dubai
Welcome to Dubai! Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to your hotel for the check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip. Alternatively, you can choose one of our carefully planned optional tours.

Optional: Option Burj Khalifa observation floor and diner at the roof top

Departure to Muscat
After breakfast at your hotel and check-out, you meet your private driver for the transfer. 

Arrival & City Tour
Upon arrival, your guide-driver meets you at the airport and you set off on an exploration of the gems of Oman's Muscat. With your professional guide-driver, discover the highlights of Muscat in 4 hours.

Today you also see the Sultan's palace, which is considered by the Omanis as a symbol of the revival of the country and is flanked by the 16th-century Portuguese forts "Jalali and Mirani".
Spare time in the souk in the aromatic paths of scents of incense, there abound jewels, antiques, earthenware, small business sector, money(silver), carpets(mats), ornaments, spices, and many other beautiful treasures.
Visit the National Museum of Muscat. Recently opened, this museum contains more than 7000 objects tracing the history and presenting the heritage of the sultanate, exposed on 4000 m2 of surface, in a dozen permanent galleries. The latter are divided by themes such as prehistory, Islam, Oman, the world, maritime history, weapons and armor, land, and the people of Oman.

After the tour, you are transferred to your hotel for check-in and have the evening at leisure.

Exploring Nizwa & UNESCO-listed Bahla Fort
After breakfast at your hotel, you meet your private guide-driver to discover the Old Capital of Oman - Nizwa, and the UNESCO-listed heritage site of Bahla Fort on a full-day tour.

Today you have a chance to step back in time, and first on your list is the city of Nizwa. This ancient city is often referred to as Oman's heart, here you visit its hallmark site - the round fort, dating back to the 16th century. You also have a chance to stroll the souq market which surrounds it, here in the market you get to take in the authentic atmosphere and see local craftsmen create jewelry and other objects of silver - a craft the town is famous for.

Next on your agenda is the neighboring town of Bahla, where you enjoy its UNESCO-listed site, the Bahla Fortress. It is one of the earliest dating structures of its kind in Oman and was erected approximately in the 13th century. Following time for lunch in a local restaurant, you continue to one more fort called Jabrin. This castle-fort was built in the 1670s and was once home to the ruling Imam. You see its imposing interiors and learn more about its history before returning to Muscat.

After the tour, you are transferred to your hotel and have the evening at leisure.

Departure 
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the transfer. 

Arrival in Dubai

Welcome to Dubai! Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip. Alternatively, you can choose one of our carefully planned optional tours.

Optional tours: Burj Khalifa observation floor and diner on the rooftop.

Old Dubai, Gold Souk & Vintage Desert Safari
After breakfast at your hotel, you meet your private guide-driver and set off on a 4-hour Old Dubai City Tour to discover the historical highlights of this vibrant emirate. During the tour, you stop at the gorgeous Shindagha museum. Set along the historic waters of Dubai Creek, Al Shindagha Museum tells the proud story of the nation's past and reverent traditions. It's a place that you can't imagine, you can learn and see about UAE history and culture in one place with high technology. Following some walking down Dubai Creek, you proceed towards 3A Street to the Bur Dubai Abra Station. This waterway continues to reflect Dubai's historic roots, back when early settlers relied on its waters for their livelihood. Enjoy a short trip across the Creek to Deira on traditional wooden boats, known as abras. 

A short, breezy ride later, and you’re on the other side of Dubai Creek. Now cross Baniyas Road and follow Old Al Baladiya Street for one kilometer before turning right into the original Gold Souk district, where all that glitters is definitely gold. After that, you will have an opportunity to visit the Perfume Souk and enjoy the fragrance. The next stop is the Spice Souk. The souk is easy to find - just turn right onto Baniyas Road and follow the aroma of cardamon, turmeric, dried lemons, and rose petals. Then you visit Dubai's Textile Souk to see a huge and rich collection of luxurious fabrics and high-end textiles, which suit all tastes.   

We also planned a very unusual lunch, which is organized by the government of Dubai. You will not only try local cuisine and flavors but will also have a discussion with locals about the tradition and culture of the Emirates. Please note, lunch meetings are arranged at a set time, and are for a small group of people. 

After lunch, we embark on the most awarded desert safari in Dubai. Ideal for the whole family as this educational, yet fun desert safari is unique from others. Be a part of history and experience the desert like never before. Your professional Conservation Guide will take you on a nature safari through the Dubai Desert Conservation Drive while telling you all about the desert fauna and flora and how the Bedouin used to survive. Take in a magnificent Arabian sunset while watching a spectacular falconry performance  After the tour we take you back to your hotel.

Dubai Marina and The Palm
After breakfast at your hotel, you will discover the famous Dubai skyscrapers with your professional guide-driver. 

We start with an amazing Palm-view and come to a 52nd-floor observation desk. 

Afterward, we proceed to see an amazing Dubai Marina and the marvel of engineering Atlantis the Palm at the peak of the Palm Jumeirah. This incredible man-made island system has captured the fascination of people all over the world. After that, you make a photo stop by Palm Jumeirah. Next to the iconic Palm Jumeirah, you find the Souk Madinat Jumeirah, which is an endless maze of tiny alleys and wood-framed walkways. 

Together with your guide-driver, you proceed to the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a vibrant district, alive with art galleries representing work by emerging and established artists from around the world. Spot iconic landmarks and hidden gems of this beautiful city. After the DIFC you proceed to Dubai Downtown, which is the city’s busy tourism hub, home to the towering Burj Khalifa skyscraper, with its observation deck, and the dancing Dubai Fountain, where people gather to watch music and light shows.

Optional tours: Inside BAA tour with alcoholic drinks and Sunset.

Dubai by the sea with speedboat 1.30h tour

Departure to Abu Dhabi
After breakfast at your hotel and check-out, you meet your private driver for the transfer. 

Arrival & City Tour
Upon arrival, you enjoy the 4-hour sightseeing tour around the most outstanding highlights of the emirate. You start the tour with driving through the famous Abu Dhabi Corniche that stretches along the waterfront and sandy beaches of the entire length of the northwest shore of the city.

Then you visit the stunning Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the biggest mosques in the world. Then you proceed to the Heritage Village, a reconstruction of a traditional desert village, where you'll have an opportunity to get a better understanding of local culture and customs. Today you also see the Presidential Palace and visit Date Market, the biggest one in Abu Dhabi.

The final point of your tour is the amazing Yas Island where you'll be able to see Formula 1 track and take pictures in the biggest indoor Ferrari theme park. After the tour, you are taken to your hotel for check-in and have the evening at leisure.

Louvre Abu Dhabi Tour & Lunch in a local restaurant
After breakfast at your hotel, you meet your private driver, who takes you to the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the first universal museum in the Arab world, which was created based on an intergovernmental agreement signed on March 6, 2007, between the United Arab Emirates and France.

The appearance of the structure itself is quite extraordinary, but it reflects the vision and achievements of the whole nation. Built-in 2017, the museum is designed in light colors and has a huge silver floating dome with geometrical ornaments, so when the sun passes above, the light, filtering through the perforations in the dome, creates an inspiring play of light and shadows inside the building.

After your visit to Louvre, you proceed to the Emirates palace (outside) and make a photo stop. Emirates Palace is one of the most remarkable buildings in Abu Dhabi when it comes to architecture. Enjoy your photo stop at Qasr Al Watan. It is the presidential palace of the United Arab Emirates, located in Abu Dhabi.

After such a great experience you have lunch in a local restaurant. 

Your driver takes you back to the hotel.

Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the departure transfer to Dubai Airport.