6-Day Private UAE Tour with Dubai Desert Adventure and Abu Dhabi

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Helicopter flightseeing over Dubai's modern skyline
• 02 Desert adventure with dune bashing, sand boarding, quad riding, and camel riding
• 03 Visit Abu Dhabi's Presidential Palace and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
• 04 Traditional dinner cruise through Dubai Marina
• 05 Explore five Dubai souks, Dubai Mall aquarium, and Burj Khalifa
• 06 See Burj Al Arab Hotel, Miracle Garden, and Global Village

Experience the United Arab Emirates on a 6-day journey based in Dubai, with private guided excursions that combine traditional experiences and modern landmarks. Cruise through Dubai Marina on a traditional boat, soar above the city by helicopter, and head into the desert for dune bashing, sand boarding, quad riding, camel riding, and a belly dance show. Discover Abu Dhabi's Presidential Palace and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, then explore Dubai's souks, aquarium, Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab Hotel, and seasonal attractions such as Miracle Garden and Global Village.

There is no better way to start this morning than with a flightseeing tour over Dubai.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Abu Dhabi, Dubai

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Dubai and Marina Dinner Cruise

• We begin our trip to the United Arab Emirates in Dubai, where we are based for the entire duration of the tour.
• From here, we make daily excursions packed with unique adventures and excitement.
• Today, we pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel. In the evening, we go on a traditional boat cruise inside the marina. Dinner is included on this evening's cruise.

2

Day 02

Dubai Helicopter Tour and Desert Activities

• There is no better way to start this morning than with a flightseeing tour over Dubai.
• Afterward, we head to the desert. There, we go dune bashing, sand boarding, quad riding, and camel riding, as well as watch a belly dance show. Dinner is included on today's tour.

3

Day 03

Abu Dhabi Landmarks and Palm Hot-Air Balloon Ride

• Today, we make a day trip to Abu Dhabi, specifically to the glamorous and ornate Presidential Palace and then to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
• We then return to Dubai and go on a hot-air balloon ride over the 'Palm'.
• This consists of three artificial islands: Palm Jumeirah, Deira Islands, and Palm Jebel Ali. Construction began in 2001 and ended around 2007.

4

Day 04

Dubai Souks, Aquarium, Light Show, and Burj Khalifa

• Today is all about exploring Dubai. We start by visiting five different souks (also known as bazaars): Gold Souk, Perfume Souk, Spice Souk, Bur Dubai Souk, and finally Souk Madinat.
• Outside Souk Madinat, we go on a boat ride. The surrounding buildings are quite charming. We then head to Dubai Mall so we can check out its impressive and large aquarium.
• We then walk outside the mall to enjoy the light show, as well as what is essentially Dubai's central downtown area.
• Lastly, we ascend the world's largest skyscraper, Burj Khalifa. The views from above are marvelous.

5

Day 05

Burj Al Arab, Miracle Garden, and Global Village

• Best known for its white sands, clear waters, and prestigious, innovative, and world-renowned hotel resorts, Dubai has rightfully been a mecca for tourists for several years now. True, Dubai is not generally known for its historical landmarks.
• Nonetheless, its modernistic attractions are both impressive and undeniably creative.
• Highlights for today include Burj Al Arab Hotel, the world's only 7-star hotel, a flower garden called Miracle Garden (seasonal), and a cultural, entertainment, and shopping destination called Global Village (seasonal).

6

Day 06

Departure from Dubai

• Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport in Dubai.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Lodging

• English-speaking tour guides

• All ground and water transportation

• All activities in the itinerary below

• All entry fees

• Your own on-call concierge

• Breakfasts

• Dinners x 2

What's Not Included

• Any airfare
• Alcohol
• Travel insurance
• Any government-imposed visa fees
• Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

• Strap for your sunglasses (to wrap around your head while on the hot-air balloon)
• Mobile hand/wrist strap (to prevent your phone from falling while in the air)
• Mask and motorcycle goggles (to block the dust while riding in the desert)
• Adapters for your electronic devices

Know before you go

• Although airfare is not included in the price, we will find you the flights you need. Just ask.
• All participants must book travel insurance within 72 hours of booking this tour. At a minimum, such insurance must cover cancellations, medical expenses, evacuations, flight loss or delays, and 24/7 assistance.
• 1-2 persons for one room: $950
• 3-4 persons for two rooms: $1,900
• 5-6 persons for three rooms: $2,850
• 7-8 persons for four rooms: $3,800
• 9-10 persons for five rooms: $4,750
• International airfare is included for VIP members only. Ask us for details.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Tour start

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.