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Dubai 8 Days Tour


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Enjoy an 8 day guided tour around Dubai. Dubai is one of the safest countries in the world, which allows you to venture almost anywhere freely. However, on the first visit to Dubai let your trip be escorted by those in the know.


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - On the Plane

 
On a Jet Plane

Board your overnight transpacific flight.

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Day 2 - On the Plane

 
Are we there yet

Enjoy your meals and entertainments on board.

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Day 3 - Dubai

 
We have arrived

You will arrive Dubai in the earlier morning, then transfer to you hotel to rest or start exploring this Vibrant cosmopolitan city. Afternoon, we will take you to Sharjah, the "Pearl of the Gulf". One of the many landmarks to see during the tour is King Faisal Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the Emirates. You will visit the renovated Fort of Sharjah, former residence of the ruling family originally built in 1820, then continue to the Sharjah Heritage Museum and proceed to wander through the adjacent souk, Al Arsa. Before returning to your hotel, you have time to stroll and shop at souk Al Markazi a treasure trove of carpets, jewelry and handicrafts. Don't forget to pick up a unique souvenir of your trip to the Middle East while you are here! (B)
Hotel: Delmon Hotel Dubai

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Day 4 - Dubai

 
Camping, Camels, Bellydancer

After breakfast, you will Sample the historic sites and vibrant cosmopolitan life of Dubai on Dubai City Sightseeing Tour. The tour starts with a photo-stop at the famous landmark of Dubai, Burj Al Arab. The unique billowing sail design of this world renowned luxury hotel makes it a must-see for all visitors. You will 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.
This afternoon, you may take an optional ultimate Arabian Desert Wonder Safari with your own private 4x4 vehicle! Depart Dubai and take a thrilling sand dune drive to your first destination, the camel farm. The drive continues across the desert where you will witness a beautiful desert sunset. This is one of the highlights of a trip to the Arabian deserts.
Prepare to be amazed!
Upon arrival at the campsite, you will have the opportunity to ride a camel, go sandboarding and try out a henna design on your hands or feet. Please note, the afternoon and evening activities at the camp site may be shared with other travelers. Next, enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner and a shisha (the famous Arabic water pipe). The evening includes a belly dancer performing her show around the campfire by starlight. (B)
Hotel: Delmon Hotel Dubai

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Day 5 - Abu Dhabi

 
Wait there's more

In the morning, this city sightseeing tour you will discover the wonders of Abu Dhabi, capital of the Emirates, known as the Arabian Jewel. On your way to Abu Dhabi you will pass by Jebel Ali Port, which is the biggest man-made port in the world. On arrival the first destination is the Women's Handicraft Center. Admire the amazing dexterity and skill of local women making traditional handicrafts. This center was established to provide training and job opportunities for women in the region, as well as preserve and protect the local heritage. You continue to the city through the well laid out roads, surrounding lush greenery, beautiful parks, and rows and rows of trees until we reach Abu Dhabi's oldest building, Al Husn Palace built in the 18th century. Enjoy a magnificent view of this modern city after driving along the beautiful Corniche to the Breakwater. You then visit the Heritage Village and journey to the past to explore the life before oil was discovered. Before returning to Dubai/Sharjah, tour the Dhow Yard where wooden ships are still being built using simple tools and techniques handed down through many generations, all without blue prints!(B)
Hotel: Delmon Hotel Dubai

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Day 6 - Dubai

 
Al Aim Oasis

Enjoy a great day out, taking in the sights and sounds of the beautiful Garden City of Al Ain. Your tour begins with a drive through the fascinating and ever changing desert scenery before reaching the Hajar Mountains. In Al Ain, you will visit the museum and the renovated Old Palace of H.H. Sheikh Zayed, the late ruler of Abu Dhabi and the late President of the UAE. Your next destination is the largest camel market in the U.A.E, where dealers come from around the Gulf to buy and sell racing animals. Step back in time at the Hili Gardens, famous for the archaeological excavations from the third millennium B.C and the site of some of the UAE's most impressive ancient tombs. (B)
Hotel: Delmon Hotel Dubai

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Day 7 - Dubai

 
Shopping

After breakfast, we will visit The Dubai Mall, the biggest one in the world – it is a shopping paradise with duty free merchandises. Afternoon, we will have free time at Emirates Mall to see the biggest indoor ski Dubai in the middle east.
Hotel: Delmon Hotel Dubai

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Day 8 - Los Angeles

 
Homeward

Transfer to airport for your homebound flight. (B)

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