Example Itinerary
Price is based on double or twin hotel room occupancy and includes accommodation, transfers, car/driver, English-speaking guide, activities and entrance fees, breakfasts and some casual lunches while touring. Flights and optional special activities will be quoted separately. Most personal expenses, including dinners, alcoholic beverages, spa treatments and gratuities can be paid on the spot while traveling. Prices may vary depending on season, choice of accommodation and other factors.
Tour two of the United Arab Emirates on this six-day tour of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Begin your exclusive excursion with day trips through Dubai. Take in both contemporary and historic sites, from the world’s tallest tower to a history museum housed in an ancient fort. Roam the desert on four wheels and by camel, take in a blazing sunset over the Arabian sand dunes and enjoy a Bedouin barbeque under the stars. Round off your trip in the extravagant metropolis of Abu Dhabi. Revel in modern feats of architecture that seem to defy logic and gravity. Visit the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Yas Marina Circuit and Ferrari World, among many other famous and fascinating sites.
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Upon your arrival at Dubai’s decadent International Airport, a friendly driver will be waiting to welcome you and escort you to the lavish Armani Hotel Dubai, situated in the heart of downtown Dubai. Take in sweeping views of the city from the world’s largest tower and relish in the exquisite luxury of your decadently-decorated suite, designed by Giorgio Armani, himself. Enjoy the hotel grounds or venture into the city for some shopping and dinner. The world’s largest mall, along with exclusive leisure and business outlets, are all within walking distance.
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Wake when you wish and enjoy a leisurely morning on your first full day in the city. Following lunch, begin your half-day Dubai tour. You will be chauffeured about with your personal tour director who will take you on a whirlwind excursion through this decadent metropolis. Gain insight into the region’s history with a visit to sights like the old Fahidi Fort, now home to the Dubai History Museum. Make a stop at Dubai’s most famous landmark, the Gold Souk, before enjoying another evening at the hotel.
The morning is yours to discover Dubai at your leisure. Of course, you may choose to relax in preparation for the action-packed afternoon ahead. In the late afternoon, take a safari trip through the desert of golden sand dunes and witness a true Arabian sunset. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a camel ride at dusk. The safari will take you to a Bedouin campground. Here, beneath the stars, atop Persian rugs, enjoy a barbeque dinner prepared over open flame.
Transfer to the Yas Viceroy Hotel in Abu Dhabi today and experience luxury beyond 5-stars. Pamper yourself at the ESPA spa, have a dip in the infinity pool and take your pick from one of the hotel’s twelve restaurants, serving up a range of Asian, Italian, Mediterranean and Japanese cuisines.
Today you will explore Abu Dhabi on a half-day, privately-guided city tour. The largest of the seven emirates, the city is one of the richest in the world. The large gardens, parks and lush green boulevards do their best to deceive visitors into believing they are anywhere but the desert. Visit the majestic Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Yas Marina Circuit and Ferrari World. The evening is yours to enjoy.
Enjoy your last morning in Abu Dhabi, and wish the UAE farewell before being transferred back to the Dubai International Airport for the next leg of your travels.
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