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DUBAI
AMAZING
DUBAI ITINERARY:
Day 1
USA/Dubai:
Board your
outbound flight to Dubai. (Optional)
Day
2
Arrival:
Upon arrival in
Dubai, you will be met by our representative and escorted to your
hotel.
Day
3
Dubai: (B)
THE GOLDEN CITY -
HALF DAY DUBAI CITY TOUR: Sample the historic sites and vibrant
cosmopolitan life of Dubai on this comprehensive tour. The tour starts
with a photo-stop at the famous landmark of Dubai, Burj Al Arab.
Proceed to Jumeirah, the picturesque palace and residential area of
Dubai, also home to the famous Jumeirah Mosque, which is a spectacular
example of modern Islamic architecture and is one of the most
photographed sights in Dubai. The tour continues to Al Bastakiya, the
wind towered houses of old merchants, the old part of Dubai, to reach
the museum located in the 180 years old Al Fahidi Fort. All aboard the
Abra (water taxi) to cross the Creek to the spice souk. On your return,
there is time to shop in the most famous landmark of Dubai – the gold
souk.
Day 4
Dubai: (B)
DUBAI DEVELOPMENT
TOUR - HALF DAY: Join an exciting tour to witness first-hand, the
painstakingly planned growth of the multi-cultural metropolis of Dubai.
Our first stop is the prestigious Jumeirah area, home to the upscale
Jumeirah Beach Residence as well as the world’s largest artificially
created Marina. Visit the Sales Office of ‘Nakheel’, developers of the
fascinating Palm Islands. Take a close look at the scale models of this
astounding project; unofficially named as the ‘Eighth wonder of the
world’. Drive next to souk Madinat Jumeirah, an Arabian-themed
marketplace where the history and heritage of the region comes alive.
Continue to Emirates Hills, boasting opulent villas, lakes and The
Montgomerie – a world class golf course. Before returning, make a last
photo-stop at Ski Dubai and see the first indoor ski resort in the
Middle East, offering an amazing snow setting for skiing, snowboarding
and tobogganing or just playing in the snow all year round.
Day 5
Dubai/Cruise: (BD)
CREEK MAGIC -
DINNER ON BATEAUX DUBAI: For elegant dining and a unique sightseeing,
join the “Al Minsaf” Panoramic Cruise. The restaurant deck is made
entirely of glass and offers unobstructed views of the bustling life on
the Creek of Dubai. The menu selection combines Eastern and Western
specialties, freshly prepared by the Chef on board. Enjoy live music
entertainment whilst dining in this enchanting atmosphere. Cruise the
entire length of the Creek and indulge in optimal guest comfort.
Day 6
Dubai/Desert Safari: (BD)
DESERT WONDER -
HALF DAY DESERT SAFARI (4WD): This tour departs in the afternoon across
the desert with photo-stops during an exciting dune drive and visit the
camel farm. The drive continues across the desert. Watch the beautiful
sunset in the desert. Reach our campsite, where you have the
opportunity to do camel riding, sand boarding and try out a henna
design on hands or feet. After working up an appetite enjoy a delicious
barbecue dinner and a shisha (the famous Arabic water pipe). Before
returning, watch our belly dancer performing her show around the
campfire by starlight.
Day 7
Abu Dhabi: (B)
THE ARABIAN JEWEL
- FULL DAY ABU DHABI SIGHTSEEING: Discover the wonders of Abu Dhabi,
capital of the Emirates, known as the Arabian Jewel. An ultra modern
city, Abu Dhabi is situated on an island. Jebel Ali Port, the biggest
man-made port in the world is one of the landmarks that we pass by on
the way to Abu Dhabi. On arrival the first destination is the Women’s
Handicraft Centre, admire the skill and dexterity of local ladies
making traditional handicrafts. The tour proceeds to Abu Dhabi’s the
oldest building, Al Husn Palace built in the 18century. Enjoy a
magnificent view of the city by driving along the beautiful Corniche
and make a photo-stop at the Breakwater. We then visit the Heritage
Village and journey to the past to explore the life before oil was
discovered. Before returning, we tour the Dhow Yard, where wooden ships
are still being built using simple tools.
Day
8
Hatta: (B)
MOUNTAIN SPRINGS
- FULL DAY HATTA SAFARI (4WD): The Four-Wheel Drive vehicles cross a
variety of terrain on their way to Hatta, with spectacular views across
rocky mountain passes. The first stop is at Hatta Heritage Village. The
Hatta Wadi (dry river bed), winds through the mountains revealing lush
green oases and refreshing water pools. Enjoy a picnic lunch en-route.
After lunch the drive continues passing by the sand dunes on the way
back.
Day 9
Dubai: (B)
Day of leisure.
You can spend your day at Dubailand and in the evening enjoy the
Jumana Show - SECRET OF THE DESERT SHOW – ‘Secrets of the Desert’ is an
Arabian love story that celebrates the Middle Eastern region’s rich
history and culture, weaving the rich fabric of fables and folkloric
themes into a spellbinding fantasy. Performed by dozens of dancers and
acrobats, mainly from the region, and using magnificent audio-visual,
pyrotechnics, water and laser effects, some of them never seen here
before, this 65-minutes display of passion, skill and creativity will
hold you spellbound till the very end. Venue: Al Sahra Desert Resort,
the unique eco-tourism resort, which is part of Dubailand.
Day
10 Departure: (B)
After breakfast
at your hotel, transfer to the airport for homeward flight.
DUBAI DELIGHT:
Day 1
Dubai:
Upon arrival in Dubai, you will be met by our
representative and escorted to your hotel, Sheraton Deira. Today
visit Dubailand and in the evening enjoy the Jumana Show - SECRET OF
THE DESERT SHOW – ‘Secrets of the Desert’ is an Arabian love story that
celebrates the Middle Eastern region’s rich history and culture,
weaving the rich fabric of fables and folkloric themes into a
spellbinding fantasy. Performed by dozens of dancers and acrobats,
mainly from the region, and using magnificent audio-visual,
pyrotechnics, water and laser effects, some of them never seen here
before, this 65-minutes display of passion, skill and creativity will
hold you spellbound till the very end. Venue: Al Sahra Desert Resort,
the unique eco-tourism resort, which is part of Dubailand.
Day 2
Dubai: (B)
THE GOLDEN CITY - HALF DAY DUBAI CITY TOUR:
Sample the historic sites and vibrant cosmopolitan life of Dubai on
this comprehensive tour. The tour starts with a photo-stop at the
famous landmark of Dubai, Burj Al Arab. Proceed to Jumeirah, the
picturesque palace and residential area of Dubai, also home to the
famous Jumeirah Mosque. The tour continues to Al Bastakiya, the old
part of Dubai, to reach the museum located in Al Fahidi Fort. All
aboard the Abra (water taxi) to cross the Creek to the spice souk. On
your return, there is time to shop in the most famous landmark of Dubai
– the gold souk.
Day 3 Dubai:
(B)
DUBAI DEVELOPMENT TOUR - HALF DAY: Join an
exciting tour to witness first-hand, the painstakingly planned growth
of the multi-cultural metropolis of Dubai. Our first stop is the
prestigious Jumeirah area, home to the upscale Jumeirah Beach Residence
as well as the world’s largest artificially created Marina. Visit the
Sales Office of ‘Nakheel’, developers of the fascinating Palm Islands.
Take a close look at the scale models of this astounding project;
unofficially named as the ‘Eighth wonder of the world’. Drive next to
souk Madinat Jumeirah, an Arabian-themed marketplace where the history
and heritage of the region comes alive. Continue to Emirates Hills,
boasting opulent villas, lakes and The Montgomerie – a world class golf
course. Before returning, make a last photo-stop at Ski Dubai and see
the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East, offering an amazing
snow setting for skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing or just playing
in the snow all year round.
Day 4
Dubai/Cruise: (BD)
CREEK MAGIC - DINNER ON BATEAUX DUBAI: For
elegant dining and a unique sightseeing, join the “Al Minsaf” Panoramic
Cruise. The restaurant deck is made entirely of glass and offers
unobstructed views of the bustling life on the Creek of Dubai. The menu
selection combines Eastern and Western specialties, freshly prepared by
the Chef on board. Enjoy live music entertainment whilst dining in this
enchanting atmosphere. Cruise the entire length of the Creek and
indulge in optimal guest comfort.
Day 5
Dubai/Desert Safari : (BD)
DESERT WONDER - HALF DAY DESERT SAFARI (4WD):
This tour departs in the afternoon across the desert with photo-stops
during an exciting dune drive and visit the camel farm. The drive
continues across the desert. Watch the beautiful sunset in the desert.
Reach our campsite, where you have the opportunity to do camel riding,
sand boarding and try out a henna design on hands or feet. After
working up an appetite enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and a shisha
(the famous Arabic water pipe). Before returning, watch our belly
dancer performing her show around the campfire by starlight.
Day 6
Departure: (B)
After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the
airport for your homeward flight.
DUBAI ESCAPE:
Day 1
USA/Dubai:
Board your outbound flight to Dubai. (Optional)
Day 2
Arrival:
Upon arrival in Dubai, you will be met by our
representative and escorted to your hotel.
Day 3
Dubai: (B)
THE GOLDEN CITY - HALF DAY DUBAI CITY TOUR:
Sample the historic sites and vibrant cosmopolitan life of Dubai on
this comprehensive tour. The tour starts with a photo-stop at the
famous landmark of Dubai, Burj Al Arab. Proceed to Jumeirah, the
picturesque palace and residential area of Dubai, also home to the
famous Jumeirah Mosque. The tour continues to Al Bastakiya, the old
part of Dubai, to reach the museum located in Al Fahidi Fort. All
aboard the Abra (water taxi) to cross the Creek to the spice souk. On
your return, there is time to shop in the most famous landmark of Dubai
– the gold souk.
Day 4 Dubai:
(B)
DUBAI DEVELOPMENT TOUR - HALF DAY: Join an
exciting tour to witness first-hand, the painstakingly planned growth
of the multi-cultural metropolis of Dubai. Our first stop is the
prestigious Jumeirah area, home to the upscale Jumeirah Beach Residence
as well as the world’s largest artificially created Marina. Visit the
Sales Office of ‘Nakheel’, developers of the fascinating Palm Islands.
Take a close look at the scale models of this astounding project;
unofficially named as the ‘Eighth wonder of the world’. Drive next to
souk Madinat Jumeirah, an Arabian-themed marketplace where the history
and heritage of the region comes alive. Continue to Emirates Hills,
boasting opulent villas, lakes and The Montgomerie – a world class golf
course. Before returning, make a last photo-stop at Ski Dubai and see
the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East, offering an amazing
snow setting for skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing or just playing
in the snow all year round.
Day 5
Monday or Wednesday Hatta: (B)
MOUNTAIN SPRINGS - FULL DAY HATTA SAFARI (4WD):
The Four-Wheel Drive vehicles cross a variety of terrain on their way
to Hatta, with spectacular views across rocky mountain passes. The
first stop is at Hatta Heritage Village. The Hatta Wadi (dry river
bed), winds through the mountains revealing lush green oases and
refreshing water pools. Enjoy a picnic lunch en-route. After lunch the
drive continues passing by the sand dunes on the way back.
Day 6
Departure: (B)
After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the
airport for your homeward flight.
WONDERS
OF DUBAI:
Day 1
USA/Dubai:
Board you outbound flight to Dubai.(Optional)
Day 2
Arrival:
Upon arrival in Dubai, you will be met by our
representative and escorted to your hotel. In the evening enjoy the
Jumana Show - SECRET OF THE DESERT SHOW – ‘Secrets of the Desert’ is an
Arabian love story that celebrates the Middle Eastern region’s rich
history and culture, weaving the rich fabric of fables and folkloric
themes into a spellbinding fantasy. Performed by dozens of dancers and
acrobats, mainly from the region, and using magnificent audio-visual,
pyrotechnics, water and laser effects, some of them never seen here
before, this 65-minutes display of passion, skill and creativity will
hold you spellbound till the very end. Venue: Al Sahra Desert Resort,
the unique eco-tourism resort, which is part of Dubailand.
Day 3
Dubai: (B)
THE GOLDEN CITY - HALF DAY DUBAI CITY TOUR:
Sample the historic sites and vibrant cosmopolitan life of Dubai on
this comprehensive tour. The tour starts with a photo-stop at the
famous landmark of Dubai, Burj Al Arab. Proceed to Jumeirah, the
picturesque palace and residential area of Dubai, also home to the
famous Jumeirah Mosque. The tour continues to Al Bastakiya, the old
part of Dubai, to reach the museum located in Al Fahidi Fort. All
aboard the Abra (water taxi) to cross the Creek to the spice souk. On
your return, there is time to shop in the most famous landmark of Dubai
– the gold souk.
Day 4 Dubai:
(B)
DUBAI DEVELOPMENT TOUR - HALF DAY: Join an
exciting tour to witness first-hand, the painstakingly planned growth
of the multi-cultural metropolis of Dubai. Our first stop is the
prestigious Jumeirah area, home to the upscale Jumeirah Beach Residence
as well as the world’s largest artificially created Marina. Visit the
Sales Office of ‘Nakheel’, developers of the fascinating Palm Islands.
Take a close look at the scale models of this astounding project;
unofficially named as the ‘Eighth wonder of the world’. Drive next to
souk Madinat Jumeirah, an Arabian-themed marketplace where the history
and heritage of the region comes alive. Continue to Emirates Hills,
boasting opulent villas, lakes and The Montgomerie – a world class golf
course. Before returning, make a last photo-stop at Ski Dubai and see
the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East, offering an amazing
snow setting for skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing or just playing
in the snow all year round.
Day 5
Dubai/Cruise: (BD)
CREEK MAGIC - DINNER ON BATEAUX DUBAI: For
elegant dining and a unique sightseeing, join the “Al Minsaf” Panoramic
Cruise. The restaurant deck is made entirely of glass and offers
unobstructed views of the bustling life on the Creek of Dubai. The menu
selection combines Eastern and Western specialties, freshly prepared by
the Chef on board. Enjoy live music entertainment whilst dining in this
enchanting atmosphere. Cruise the entire length of the Creek and
indulge in optimal guest comfort.
Day 6
Dubai - Ras Al Khaimah, Mountain track crossing the Musandum
Peninsula:
The tour brings you along the coast to the
Northern Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Continue through Wadi Bih with its
steep walls of rock and reach a track that winds up the mountain
disclosing deep gorges at a height of some 1200 metres. Pass tribal
settlements and enjoy the breathtaking scenery with fascinating cliffs
and deep canyons before reaching the coastal plain at the old town of
Dibba. Drive along the coast passing fishing villages and reach Khor
Fakkan. Overnight / Breakfast on the East Coast
Day 7
Khorfakkan – Hatta:
The first stop is the Wadi with its manmade dam
behind Khorfakkan. Continue along the coast passing through Fujairah to
the Natural Reserve with the Kalba mangroves, the only breeding place
for the White Collared Kingfisher, a bird in danger of extinction.
Enter a wadi track and stop at Ayn Al Ghamoor to view the hot springs
with sulphurous water. Pass small mountain villages, some of them
belonging to Oman and reach the mountain oasis Hatta. Overnight /
Breakfast in Hatta
Day 8
Hatta-Al Ain:
Visit the Heritage Village of Hatta, an
open-air museum. Then continue to the famous natural pool in Wadi
Khamees. Proceed through wadis and small villages. Admire the unique
rock formations, gorges and water streams before reaching the oases of
Mahda and Khutwa. Marvel at natural gorges filled with water all year
round and with small waterfalls. Overnight / Breakfast in Al Ain.
Day 9
Al Ain – Liwa Desert – Dubai :
Today the tour follows an old Bedouin trail
from the oasis of Al Ain to the Liwa desert. The Liwa area is the
outskirts of Rub Al Khali, the magnificent sand desert of the Arabian
Peninsula. This area was home of the original tribes who settled on the
Abu Dhabi island in the 18th Century. En route we pass salt flats and
spectacular red coloured sand dunes, a fascinating scenery for
photographs.
We depart from Liwa in time to reach the Dubai
desert to enjoy an unforgettable sunset. Arrive at our
campsite where you have opportunity to do camel riding, sand boarding
and try out a henna design on hands or feet. Enjoy a delicious
barbecue dinner and a shisha (Arabic water pipe). Watch our belly
dancer performing her show around the campfire by starlight. Pitch the
tent beneath the star studded sky and sleep the dreams of the desert.
Camp overnight / Breakfast.
Day 10 Departure:
(B)
After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the
airport for homeward flight.
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