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United Arab Emirates, 6 Days · Classic tour
Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Take a tour of the most iconic landmarks of Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Discover at the hand of experts two of the most fascinating destinations that are rapidly becoming landmarks for travellers from around the world: Dubai, with its spectacular contrast between architectural avant-garde and tradition found in places such as the Spice Souk or its desert camps; and Abu Dhabi, the site of one of the most beautiful mosques of its kind, that of Sheikh Zayed, and a visit that will leave unforgettable memories etched in your mind.
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Departure date
Departures from December 2024 till March 2025
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Travel details
City of origin - Dubai
Departure with destination Dubai. Arrival and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free. Overnight stay.
Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. A half-day excursion to see classic Dubai that will give us a glimpse of the ancient city of Dubai. We will visit the famous and renowned Heritage Village, an open-air museum where we can take a look at the way of life of the ancient people of Dubai through their crafts and the live shows put on by craftsmen, reflecting the traditional life of the UAE. We continue our visit, passing through the Bastakia area with its old merchant houses, galleries, restaurants and cafes. Continuing with a visit to the Dubai Museum, where we will have a glimpse of life in Dubai as it was in pre-oil industry times. Afterwards, we board an "abra" (water taxi) to experience an atmospheric feeling from the other side of the inlet. We will continue to the exotic and aromatic Spice Souk and the gold bazaars, which are the best known in the world. Lunch in a typical restaurant included. Return to the hotel and free afternoon. In the evening, we will enjoy dinner on board a typical dhow cruise (a traditional boat that was used until the 1970s) to enjoy the stunning view of Dubai's illuminated buildings. Overnight stay.
Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. We leave the hotel to visit modern Dubai, providing us with an opportunity to become acquainted with the most developed city on the planet. We start with a visit to the Jumeirah Mosque, continuing with a immediate opportunity for panoramic photos of the Burj Al Arab hotel, the highest hotel in the world. Transfer to "Palm Jumeirah" Palm Island to check out the Atlantis The Palm hotel, returning by monorail (which will give us the opportunity to see the whole palm tree and its branches) and continuing by vehicle to the Dubai Marina, the largest coastal master project of its kind. We continue with a trip to the Mall Of the Emirates to see the Ski Dubai. The visit ends in front of the famous Burj Khalifa tower, the tallest tower in the world at a height of 828 metres. Free time and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Dubai - Abu Dhabi - Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. Full-day excursion to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the Arab Emirates, regarded as the 'Manhattan of the Middle East' and the administrative centre of the country. To reach Abu Dhabi, you pass by the free zone of Jebel Ali - the largest man-made harbour in the world. Upon arrival in Abu Dhabi, we'll visit the Sheikh Zayed mosque, the third largest mosque in the world with a capacity of up to 40,000 people. Continuing to the modern area of Al Bateen, the location of the royal palaces. After that we'll head to the seafront known as the Corniche, where you can take photos of the artificial island of Lulú. Follow the breakwater, from where you can take panoramic photos of Abu Dhabi, and a panorama of the outside the Emirates Palace, known as the world's most luxurious hotel with a 7-star rating and the exterior of the residence palace of the current Sheikh; it was also the residence of Sheikh Zayed. Finally, entry to the Louvre Museum is included (general admission without assistance or guide), an area that houses more than 600 works of art and represents a bridge between civilisations and between East and West. Lunch is included. On the way back to Dubai, stop to take pictures outside the Ferrari Abu Dhabi theme park. Arrival and overnight stay.
Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. Free morning. In the afternoon between 3.30 p.m. and 4.00 p.m., we'll leave the hotel to go on a desert safari with 4x4 vehicles (up to 6 people in each vehicle). During this trip you will enjoy driving among the sand dunes and contemplating the camel farms that we pass along the route. Stop to admire the splendid desert sunset and to practise surfing in the sand. Upon arrival at the camp, you'll have free time before dinner to take a camel if you wish, to smoke a hookah, or to have a henna tattoo. Dinner will be an Arabian-style buffet, enlivened with a belly dance show (except during Ramadan when dances are not performed). Return to the hotel and overnight.
Dubai - City of origin
Breakfast at the hotel. At the prearranged time, transfer to the airport. Flight with destination the city of origin. Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
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Return flight.
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Accommodation in selected hotels or similar category.
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Transfers as per itinerary.
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Transport in vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
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Visits in a guided tour that are detailed in the program and not considered as optional.
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English-speaking local guides.
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Tourist tax for accommodation.
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Diet: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners.
Your trip doesn't include
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Visa to enter in United Arab Emirates.
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Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
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Insolvency protection.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Category A
Voco Dubai - An IHG Hotel
Plot 49 Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre District, Dubai
Excellent
9
Media Rotana Dubai
Hessa Street, Barsha Heights, P.O. Box 503030, Dubai
Excellent
10
Holiday Inn Dubai Festival City, An Ihg Hotel
Gateway Avenue, Festival City, Dubai
Very Good
8
Important remarks
- As per new security regulations, all passengers visiting United Arab Emirates (organised or otherwise) must carry an identification at all times: either an original passport or a photocopy of it is sufficient.
- United Arab Emirates is a Muslim country and the month of Ramadan is of major significance to its residents. During Ramadan, entertainment and alcohol will be restricted in most of the country. The sale of alcohol will be restricted in many places, although some establishments will offer alcohol for sale to tourists. During this period, local businesses may also have shorter opening hours.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- If you are interested in seeing the Khalifa Tower, we recommend making a reservation in advance. It's more expensive to book on the same day.
- During the visit to the mosque in Abu Dhabi it is not allowed to wear shorts, both for men and women, or short-sleeved shirts (men) or sleeveless (women).
- It is general policy in the Arab Emirates that you can request a deposit of money on arrival at the hotel where you will be staying. This deposit is delivered at the time of check-in and is fully recovered upon departure (if you did not incur any expenses at the hotel). Remember that the agency is not responsible for said payment or the consequences of not paying it.
- The authorities of the Arab Emirates reserve the right to close the public without notice, the Qars Al Watan palace in Abu Dhabi for official reasons. In that case, instead of the entrance to the palace, a stop will be made to take pictures of the Ferrari museum from the outside.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.