Dubai: City of Gold
United Arab Emirates is a modern and dynamic country immersed in culture and history, a fascinating place where traditionalism meets modernism and technology is integrated with traditional values. Opulence and extravagance are the second name of this oil rich emirate. Dubai has hundreds of unique sightseeing locations and is the only place in world where you can enjoy Jet-skiing, snow skiing, desert safari, scuba diving and hot air balloon ride in one day.
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Day 1
Arrival – Dubai
Fly from the UK to Dubai International Airport. On arrival you will be met by an English speaking guide and transferred to your hotel. Check-in, relax and enjoy the hotel facilities.
Day 2
Dubai Tour
After breakfast, you will have a chance to explore Dubai with a guided tour. Dubai is the second largest Emirate of the U.A.E. Drive down Sheikh Zayed Road, the business hub of Dubai, which is lined with magnificent skyscrapers and the world-renowned Burj Khalifa tower. Continue to Jumeirah beach, where you will have spectacular views of the iconic Burj Al Arab and the Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Afterwards, visit Al Fahidi Fort (Dubai Museum), Ruler’s Court, Old Mosque, Textile Street, Central Bank, Ministry of Finance, Heritage Village and finally the Spice and Gold Souks. Stop for lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you will go on a desert safari in a 4×4. See the breath taking and spectacular desert sunset, and then experience a warm Arabian welcome with Arabic coffee on arrival at the desert camp. At the camp take part in various activities such as camel riding and henna painting before a BBQ buffet dinner. End the evening with a belly dancing show. Return to your hotel.
Day 3
Abu Dhabi and Ferrari World
This morning you will travel to the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi. Enjoy a guided tour of the city which includes a visit to the beautiful and absolutely mammoth Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Clad in Macedonian marble, the mosque is Abu Dhabi’s landmark building. It fuses Mameluke, Ottoman and Fatimid design elements to create a harmonious and thoroughly modern mosque that celebrates Islamic architecture. You will stop for lunch at a local restaurant before transferring to Ferrari World. The world’s first Ferrari-branded theme park is home to a winning mix of Ferrari inspired rides and attractions. Beneath its gigantic, iconic red roof it houses numerous high-adrenaline rides including the spectacular new Flying Aces ride, featuring the highest rollercoaster loop in the world and Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest rollercoaster, with a top speed of 250kmph in 4.9 seconds. Return to Dubai, stopping at a restaurant on the way for dinner. You will have the evening at leisure.
Day 4
Atlantis Hotel
Enjoy the morning at leisure before being transferred to the luxurious Atlantis Hotel. Set on the iconic Palm Jumeirah Island with views of the Arabian Gulf, this resort is home to the largest water park in the Middle East. After lunch, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in the water park or on the private beach surrounded by lush tropical landscapes. After a fun filled day, sit down for an evening meal at an award-winning restaurant.
Day 5
Departure
After breakfast at the hotel you will have morning at leisure. You will be transferred to Dubai International Airport for your return flight to Manchester.