This 6-day journey through the UAE blends modern marvels with rich cultural heritage. Travelers will explore Dubai’s futuristic skyline and traditional souks, cruise the Marina, marvel at the Miracle Garden and Museum of the Future, visit Abu Dhabi’s grand landmarks including the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Qasr Al Watan, and enjoy a thrilling desert safari with an ATV ride and Bedouin-style dinner. The trip concludes with a visit to the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall before returning home.
Dukes The Palm, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel located on the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, offering panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai Marina.
The property features 279 stylish guest rooms and suites plus about 285 serviced studios and one-bedroom apartments, many with full kitchenettes, balconies, and modern amenities.
Facilities include both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a private beach, several restaurants and bars, a gym with floor-to-ceiling views, spa services, and multiple meeting and banquet spaces—making it equally appealing for relaxation and business travelers.
In Abu Dhabi, shoulder covering and knee covering is highly recommended. To enter the Grand Mosque, men are required to wear long pants and full sleeve shirts. Women are required to cover all but their hands, eyes, and feet when entering the Mosque.
Temperatures throughout the trip will be quite warm and linen clothing is recommended.
luxury accommodations The Palms Duke
Breakfast at the hotel everyday is included.
Two group dinners with optional alcoholic beverages are included as specified in the itinerary.
A river cruise complete with meal & alcoholic beverages is included!
All tours & admission tickets specificed in the itinerary are included.
Airfare to and from Dubai is not included. The trip begins and ends at the host hotel.
All meals not specified explicitly in the itinerary are not included.
The river cruise is the only portion of the trip where alcohol is included. All other beverages purchases are separate.
Required attire to enter the Mosque in Abu Dhabi is not included. BC Tours & Travel recommends purchasing before departure.
On arrival, and after finishing the immigration formalities, baggage claim, and customs, our professional representative will be waiting at the meeting hall to warmly welcome you and escort you to your vehicle. Transfer afterward to your hotel in Dubai. The hotel’s standard check-in is after 3pm.
Dhow Dinner Cruise - Marina - 5 stars Catering: Join others for a chance to see the modern skyline of Dubai Marina, Dhows have been the traditional ships of the UAE for many centuries and tonight you have the chance to board one of these vessels and enjoy a sumptuous buffet and unlimited soft drinks while you quietly cruise by the landmarks of Dubai Marina.
Accommodation: Fairmont The Palm
A city that provides a new setting at every turn, richly mixing the old and the new; A city of ages that rises out of the desert and crowns the gulf coast with its presence, a melting pot of culture and modernism. Our Full day Tour today takes us to Dubai to visit the following places:
Dubai Miracle Garden: Flower exhibition and artwork, spanning over 72000 sqm of space. It boasts various shapes and larger-than-life statues along with wonderful cafes and outlets where one can sit back and enjoy the sights.
Museum Of The Future: An iconic Museum that opened recently in 2022, in the heart of Dubai and consists of several exhibits, portraying life as it could be in 2071, with a focus on technology, natural habitats, and humankind as part of a wider galaxy.
Our tour to the Capital Abu Dhabi Emirates will take us to explore the main sites and areas of the city such as:
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: As one of the world's largest mosques, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is an example of architectural styles from different Muslim civilizations, and it is a place of worship and cultural diversity. Initiated by the late president H.E. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan AL Nahyan, the founder of the UAE, the Mosque features 82 domes, more than 1000 columns, 24-carat gold gilded chandeliers and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet.
Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi Hotel: Photo stop to this iconic hotel of Abu Dhabi with its charmful mix of Islamic & contemporary design.
Stop at Abu Dhabi Corniche & Breakwater: Quick stop for fresh air and probably some photos at the corniche and the Breakwater of Abu Dhabi.
Qasr Al Watan: "Palace of the Nations", or Qasr Al Watan as it is called in Arabic, is a working Presidential Palace and a majestic cultural landmark. Part of the Palace is open to the public to visit. It offers a look into the history of the nation, its traditions, and its ties with other countries. The visit includes The Great Hall, the Spirit of Collaboration Room, the Library and the House of Knowledge, to name a few. Louvre and Ferrari World Photo stop: On the way back, drive through Saadiyat island for a Photo stop at the unique
Louvre Abu Dhabi architectural building and then into Yas Island for another photo stop at the famous Ferrari World Theme Park (The world's largest Ferrari Logo).
Morning is free at leisure.
The highlight of any visit to Dubai is undoubtedly this amazing tour. Board your Private 4X4 vehicles, from the hotel in Dubai, heading out towards the desert.
Our first stop will be at the beginning of the desert for around 30 minutes self-drive ATV bike ride. An exhilarating adventure riding these powerful bikes over the desert golden dunes. The tour continues afterward deep in the desert with your driver. Dune bashing has become known as a fun experience – You will feel the thrill of desert driving as your professional driver takes you up and down on golden dunes. A beautiful photo stop on top of the dune is also included before arrival at the Bedouin camp. No Bedouin experience is complete without a traditional cup of Arabic coffee and a camel ride. This is followed by a typical barbeque dinner, prepared on the open fire, and of course, a magical belly dancing show to complete the evening.
Important note: Guests will be asked to sign a liability waiver form from the supplier of the ATVs.
At The Top - Burj Khalifa Floor 124/125: Visit the World's tallest tower - Burj Khalifa - located in downtown Dubai. Enjoy the multi-media display showcasing how this incredible structure was built. One can enjoy a spectacular view of the whole city through the telescopes on the observation decks.
The Dubai Mall: Free time to explore Dubai Mall. the Largest in the world - Options include shopping, cinema, a wide array of restaurants, ice-skating, and visiting the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, to name a few.
2:00 AM – back to the USA
Time has just come to say goodbye to UAE! Around 4 hours prior to your flight departure time, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Dubai International Airport to join your homebound flight.
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