Dubai & Abu Dhabi – Independent Guided
$1360 $1224
per personGet ready for an extraordinary adventure! Our 6-day tour blends ancient traditions with amazing modern marvels. Feel the golden desert’s vastness at sunset before marveling at futuristic icons like the Burj Khalifa. Shop at the spectacular Dubai Mall and witness the grandeur of Abu Dhabi’s national mosque.
This trip is your ticket to a world of dazzling contrasts and unforgettable moments.
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6 Days, 5 Nights: Dubai & Abu Dhabi
ⓘ Daily Departures Includes hotels, daily breakfast & 1 dinner, guided excursions, admission fees, excursion transfer and private airport transfers
ⓘ Experience Independent Exploration, Elevated. Enjoy a masterfully planned itinerary featuring pre-booked guided excursions, premium hotels, and effortless intercity travel.
Dubai Tour Highlights
Guided Dubai City Tour & Burj Khalifa; Afternoon Desert Safari & Dinner
Abu Dhabi Tour Highlights
Abu Dhabi Excursion with Grand Mosque and Etihad Towers
Premium
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hotels at City Centers
ⓘ Optional Add-ons
Additional hotel nights are available
ⓘ Upgrade
Flex departure date, private guide, customizations; classic or deluxe hotels
Burj Al Arab
Traditional wooden Abra boat crossing Dubai Creek in Old Dubai
Sand Dune Bashing on ATV
64 kg Gold Ring at Gold Souk
Dubai Waterway
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
5-Night Accommodation
Dubai Itinerary
🛏️. 5 NIGHTS IN DUBAI
DAY 1: ARRIVE DUBAI, UAE
After arriving at Dubai International Airport (DXB), you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Dubai offers an incredible blend of futuristic luxury and traditional Arabian culture, with world-class shopping, stunning architecture, and thrilling desert adventures, making it a truly unique vacation destination.
🍴 Meals: None
DAY 2: GUIDED DUBAI CITY TOUR & BURJ KHALIFA
A guided excursion of Dubai (group, 5 hours in the morning):
- Visit Dubai Creek. Dubai Creek is the historic heart of the city, offering a glimpse into Dubai’s past as a bustling trading port.
- Explore the souks and markets of the historic Old Dubai district. Get a sense of what commerce was like back in the old days by strolling through the city’s traditional souks (bazaars): Gold Souk (gold market) and Spice Souk (spice market).
- Admire the impressive Jumeirah Mosque. Its stunning architecture built in the medieval Fatimid style.
- Proceed to Burj Khalifa At-the-Top entrance at the reservation time of your ticket (at non-prime hours, self-guided). Take the elevator to 124th floor. Step out onto the highest outdoor observation deck in the world soaring at 452 meters (1,483 ft) high and then walk up the spiral staircase to the 125th floor.
Take advantage of your free time after Burj Khalifa At-the-Top to explore the world-renowned Dubai Mall, a destination in itself. You’ll be able to see famous sights like the mesmerizing Human Waterfalls and the spectacular Dubai Fountain show. With countless shops and a diverse selection of international cuisines, you’ll have plenty to experience at your own pace before heading back to your hotel on your own.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: ABU DHABI EXCURSION WITH GRAND MOSQUE AND ETIHAD TOWERS
Full day guided excursion to explore the splendid city of Abu Dhabi, the federal capital of the United Arab Emirates or UAE. (group, 10 hours in the morning)
Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. It features 82 domes, more than 1,000 columns, 24-carat-gold gilded Swarovski chandeliers and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet.
Behold panoramic views of the city from the observation deck of Etihad Towers.
Photo op at the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum and Qasr Al Watan palace. Take a glimpse into the tradition and architecture of UAE at Qasr Al Watan which is a working presidential palace and showcases the gold-plated cage-like “Power of Words” sculpture as well as ancient artifacts. Return to Dubai.
Please note the required dress code for visiting Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque:
- Women: Loose long trousers or skirts reaching ankles and long sleeves reaching wrists. Shoulders must be covered. No shorts, tight or transparent clothing and no visible tattoos. Women must cover their heads and hair with a scarf.
- Men: Long pants and shirts with sleeves.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: AFTERNOON DESERT SAFARI WITH QUAD BIKE, SANDBOARD & DINNER
Morning is free.
Afternoon Desert Safari with Barbeque Dinner at desert camp (7 hours in the early afternoon).
In the afternoon, we head into the desert for a one-hour drive to enjoy an exhilarating sand dune bashing experience. This safari includes all-terrain vehicle (ATV) quad biking and sandboarding. You’ll plunge through the golden dunes with Instagram worthy photo stops.
Transfer to a traditional Arabian desert campsite. Enjoy a brief camel ride and falcon photo op, get a henna tattoo. Watch the picturesque desert sunset. Dance performances including belly dance, tanoura dance and fire dance. Cap it off with a BBQ buffet (vegetarian & non-vegetarian dishes, Arabic sweets and fresh fruits) under the starry night sky. Return to your hotel in the late evening.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5: DAY AT LEISURE
The day is yours to enjoy as you wish, offering the perfect opportunity for independent exploration of the city.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: DEPART DUBAI
Your tour ends today. Hotel check-out and transfer to Dubai International Airport (DXB) for your flight home. Most flights arrive in the USA on the same day.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
- ‣ Hotel check-out time is generally around 11 am. If your flight departs in the evening or past midnight, we suggest you consider adding a post-tour hotel night during booking, to be comfortable and well rested before your flight home.
- ‣ The duration and start time of excursions are subject to change without prior notice.
Optional Add-ons:
- ‣ Additional hotel nights are available.
- ‣ Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrades are available in the same hotel. Classic 3-star and deluxe 5-star hotels are available, please advise the budget.
- ‣ Day 5 Optional Add-on: Miracle Garden and Global Village (4 hours in the morning. Only available from October to April).
Miracle Garden – Discover the world’s largest flower garden, featuring a floral Airbus A380, Smurfs Village,
and butterfly garden. See the floating lady sculpture, floral clock, and umbrella tunnel. Later, visit Dubai’s
Global Village for rides, and cultural shows. Explore their delicious spread of international food and shop
for souvenirs.
Daily Departures (Land Only, price per person)
| Tour Season
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| Year 2026 | Year 2027 | |
| January | – | $1,958 $2,175 |
| February | $1,863 $2,070 | $1,958 $2,175 |
| March | $1,863 $2,070 | $1,958 $2,175 |
| April | $1,377 $1,530 | $1,445 $1,605 |
| May | $1,323 $1,470 | $1,391 $1,545 |
| June | $1,224 $1,360 | $1,287 $1,430 |
| July | $1,224 $1,360 | $1,287 $1,430 |
| August | $1,224 $1,360 | $1,287 $1,430 |
| September | $1,224 $1,360 | $1,287 $1,430 |
| October | $1,508 $1,675 | $1,584 $1,760 |
| November | $1,589 $1,765 | $1,670 $1,855 |
| December | $1,737 $1,930 | $1,827 $2,030 |
- ‣ For single/triple occupancy, pre/post-tour nights, or 3 to 5-star hotel upgrades; please inquire.
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Hotels
We carefully handpick our hotels to ensure they provide you with the best comfort and experience. For Private Tours, you may request a specific hotel as one of the customizable options.| Destination |
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| Dubai | Holiday Inn Dubai Business Bay by IHG |
- * Hotels mentioned are subject to availability at the time of reservation.
- * Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrade available in the same hotel.
Accommodation Classification
- CLASSIC ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- DELUXE ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
Hotel Check-in and Check-out
Pre-Tour Hotel Add-on and Post-Tour Hotel Add-on
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Save 10% | Up to $200 Off Ends February 27
Daily Departures (Land Only, price per person)
| Tour Season |
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| Year 2026 | Year 2027 | |
| January | - | $1,958 $2,175 |
| February | $1,863 $2,070 | $1,958 $2,175 |
| March | $1,863 $2,070 | $1,958 $2,175 |
| April | $1,377 $1,530 | $1,445 $1,605 |
| May | $1,323 $1,470 | $1,391 $1,545 |
| June | $1,224 $1,360 | $1,287 $1,430 |
| July | $1,224 $1,360 | $1,287 $1,430 |
| August | $1,224 $1,360 | $1,287 $1,430 |
| September | $1,224 $1,360 | $1,287 $1,430 |
| October | $1,508 $1,675 | $1,584 $1,760 |
| November | $1,589 $1,765 | $1,670 $1,855 |
| December | $1,737 $1,930 | $1,827 $2,030 |
- ‣ For single/triple occupancy, pre/post-tour nights, or 3 to 5-star hotel upgrades; please inquire.
Tour Price Details
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply during applicable major holidays. Surcharge dates: Easter Holiday, Dec 16-31, Jan 1-5 and major holidays.
- ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
- ‣ If the hotels mentioned are unavailable then similar properties will be substituted. You will be advised of any changes to the price.
- ‣ This tour operates with a minimum of 2 guests. Excursion group size varies from 12 - 50 people.
Flight Add-On
- ‣ We work with all major airlines for the best routes and competitive pricing.
- ‣ The nearest airport is Dubai - Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- ‣ Contact us for more detail and pricing.
Inclusions
- ‣ Private Airport Transfers
- ‣ Hotel Accommodations
- ‣ Daily Breakfast and 1 Dinner (See tour plan for details)
- ‣ English-speaking Local Guide
- ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
Exclusions
- ‣ Airfare
- ‣ Tourism Tax per room per night paid directly to the hotels (for example between 3-4 Euros)
- ‣ Travel Insurance
- ‣ Medical Expenses
- ‣ Visa Fee (if applicable. Free visa-on-arrival for American & Canadian)
- ‣ Gratuity
- ‣ Personal Expenses
Optional Add-Ons
- ‣ Pre-tour hotel night
- ‣ Post-tour hotel night
- ‣ Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrades available in the same hotel. Classic 3-star and deluxe 5-star hotels are available, please advise the budget.
- ‣ Note: Add-Ons must be booked with your tour reservation
Deposit
- ‣ A deposit of 30% of the tour price is due within 3 days of booking confirmation. Full payment to be made 70 days prior to the departure date.
- ‣ The airfare is due upon flight booking. Airfare and flight schedule shown are indicative only. Actual prices and schedule will be available at flight booking. All airfares are subject to change until paid in full at time of ticketing..
- ‣ Credit card fee for non-US issued credit card is 1%. No charge for most other credit cards.
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Suggested Gratuity
- ‣ Local Guide: US $7 per person per day of sightseeing. US $4 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Driver: US $5 per person per day of sightseeing. US $3 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Gratuities may be paid in local currency or US dollars. You can tip the guides and drivers when they finish their assignment with you e.g. end of day, end of city stay, on departure, etc.
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