Sparkling Dubai is the brand, the legend and one of the most influential metropolises in the world. The largest city of the UAE has just been built in the middle of the wild desert and has become the city of the future in only 20 years.
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.
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.
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.
After the tour, you have a transfer to Abu Dhabi and a check-in to your hotel.
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
Sparkling Dubai is the brand, the legend and one of the most influential metropolises in the world. The largest city of the UAE has just been built in the middle of the wild desert and has become the city of the future in only 20 years.
In the afternoon after your tour you will check in to a different are of the city, famous Dubai Marina. Just 20 years ago it was a desert, and today an amazing man-made modern miracle.
Rest of a day is free, enjoy a dinner on a beautiful promenade!
After breakfast at your hotel, you meet your private guide-driver and set off on an 8-hour Cultural Abu Dhabi Tour to discover the historic highlights of this city.
Your guide 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.
You are then invited to have lunch in an international restaurant in Abu Dhabi.
Then you proceed to the largest mosque in the country - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. While walking around the city, you make a photo stop near Emirates Palace and a photo stop near Qasr Al Watan, which is the presidential palace of the United Arab Emirates.
After the tour, we take you back to your hotel in Dubai.
After breakfast at your hotel and check-out, you meet your private driver for the transfer.
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
What's included
- Accommodation at remarkable downtown hotels;
- Breakfasts at the hotels;
- Airport transfers and all transportation according to the itinerary;
- Breathtaking sightseeing tours according to the itinerary with professional English-speaking guides;
- Support line during the trip.
Note: Hotels availability is subject to change. In case current hotels are booked out we will provide alternative hotels of an equal value for you.
Note: We include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.
Note: Сity taxes are not included in the price. This is a small tax (1-5 EUR per person per night) collected by many European cities. You will need to pay it at the hotel on checkout.
Not included: international flights, multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, local city taxes, and all personal expenses.
What To Know
- Stress-free Booking: Book your journey without stress and at convenient pace. You can pay a deposit of 20% to book any tour in any major currency; the final balance will be due 90 days before start date. In event if you decide to change or postpone your trip, you can transfer your deposit to any other packages we offer. Cruise bookings and special offers may be subject to different booking terms.
- Trip Assurance: If you need our assistance during your trip, you can call our support line available from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. (CET) on weekdays and weekends.
