Itinerary Details
Alexander+Roberts
Our Spectacular Dubai
Day 1: Our Concierge Arrival Service in Dubai
With our exclusive Concierge Arrival Service, you'll be warmly greeted and escorted to the Ahlan Lounge where you can enjoy complimentary light refreshments. Then our experienced staff will personally assist you through immigration formalities, baggage claim and customs. You'll then be escorted to our awaiting air-conditioned vehicle. Your personal driver will chauffeur you into the city to the deluxe or luxury hotel of your choice.
Day 2: Discover Dubai
After breakfast, our private car, driver and guide will be waiting to take you on a tour of this vibrant and fascinating city. You'll begin inside the historic Al Fahidi Fort, built in 1787. Here the Dubai Museum offers well-curated exhibits that trace Dubai's evolution from a quiet village of pearl divers and fishermen to a 21st-century icon of commerce, finance and style. Then cross Dubai Creek in a traditional Arabian abra to explore the bustling narrow alleyways of the gold and spice souks. At the Women's Museum, you'll learn about the historical and present-day cultural roles of women in the United Arab Emirates. Next you'll admire the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Palace, the opulent residence of Dubai's ruler and Prime Minister of the UAE. Admire the beautifully ornamented façade and minarets of the Jumeirah Mosque and then visit the Islamic Art Museum, heralded for its worldwide collection. Take in the spectacular sail-inspired silhouette of the Burj Al Arab before returning to your hotel. The balance of your afternoon and evening are at leisure to enjoy and explore at your own pace. If you prefer another organized activity, we offer a variety of guided sightseeing tours and dining experiences to enhance this day:+ Observation Deck at Burj Khalifa The world's tallest building is a marvel of engineering, architecture and design - an elegant spire that stands apart in Dubai's impressive 21st-century skyline! In a high-speed elevator traveling up to 32 feet per second, you'll ascend to the Observation Deck where floor-to-ceiling windows provide breathtaking 360° views of the city, desert and Arabian Gulf.+ The Taste of Dubai Walking TourTodays 4 hour tour takes guests through Bastakiyya as well as several local markets and even a water taxi. Your local Emirati guide will introduce you to several Emirati dishes, small snacks and regional specialties. + Dhow Cruise + Dinner For centuries, the Dhow was the traditional sailing ship of Arabian merchants - used to transport fruit, fresh water and goods along the coasts of Eastern Arabia, East Africa and Southeast Asia! This evening, we invited you aboard a beautifully furnished Dhow for a delightful 2 hour cruise along Dubai Creek. It's a wonderful way to experience a traditional facet of Arabian culture as you sit down to a congenial onboard dinner and enjoy the marvelous views of the glittering Dubai skyline!+ Desert Safari + Dinner With our professional private driver in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4x4, you'll venture across the desert dunes to visit a camel farm. Then continue to our enchanting campsite where you'll be greeted with Arabic coffee and sweet dates. There'll be time for a came ride before you sit down with fellow travelers to a delicious barbecue dinner followed by some lively entertainment and a chance to relax under the desert stars.+ Abu Dhabi: Full Day Tour with Louvre This privately guided excursion starts with a comfortable drive of about ½ hour to the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital where visitors join a guided tour of the facility and learn about the importance of the tradition of falconry in this part of the world. Next we visit the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the most important examples of contemporary Islamic architecture in the world. Later drive along the corniche, with a quick photo stop at the Emirates Palace Hotel before visiting the iconic Louvre, designed by the French architect Jean Nouvel Designed to celebrate Abu Dhabi's location between land and sea, as well as its traditional Arab architecture, the admission ticket allows visitors to visit the galleries, the exhibitions, the children museums and also the public spaces underneath the dome. Meals B
Day 3: Thrill to a Desert Safari + Dinner
After a lavish buffet breakfast, this morning is yours to relax, explore at your own paces, or shop to your heart's content. In the afternoon, you'll head out for an unforgettable adventure in the desert... With our experienced professional driver in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle, you'll venture across the undulating dunes outside of the city. Visit a camel farm and learn about the ancient nomadic traditions of the region. Then continue deeper into these desert landscapes to our enchanting campsite where you'll be warmly greeted with Arabic coffee and sweet dates. Enjoy traditional music and dance before a delicious barbecue dinner under the vast desert sky. Delight in the mesmerizing colors and slowly fading light as the sun dips below the horizon. Then as the stars begin to shine, enjoy some belly dancing before returning to your hotel in the city. Meals B+D
Day 4: Dubai at Your Leisure
After breakfast, this entire day is yours to do as you wish. We also offer a variety of guided tours, activities and dining experiences to complement your stay:+ Observation Deck at Burj Khalifa The world's tallest building is a marvel of engineering, architecture and design - an elegant spire that stands apart in Dubai's impressive 21st-century skyline! In a high-speed elevator traveling up to 32 feet per second, you'll ascend to the Observation Deck where floor-to-ceiling windows provide breathtaking 360° views of the city, desert and Arabian Gulf.+ The Taste of Dubai Walking TourTodays 4 hour tour takes guests through Bastakiyya as well as several local markets and even a water taxi. Your local Emirati guide will introduce you to several Emirati dishes, small snacks and regional specialties. + Dhow Cruise + Dinner For centuries, the Dhow was the traditional sailing ship of Arabian merchants - used to transport fruit, fresh water and goods along the coasts of Eastern Arabia, East Africa and Southeast Asia! This evening, we invited you aboard a beautifully furnished Dhow for a delightful 2 hour cruise along Dubai Creek. It's a wonderful way to experience a traditional facet of Arabian culture as you sit down to a congenial onboard dinner and enjoy the marvelous views of the glittering Dubai skyline!+ Desert Safari + Dinner With our professional private driver in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4x4, you'll venture across the desert dunes to visit a camel farm. Then continue to our enchanting campsite where you'll be greeted with Arabic coffee and sweet dates. There'll be time for a came ride before you sit down with fellow travelers to a delicious barbecue dinner followed by some lively entertainment and a chance to relax under the desert stars.+ Abu Dhabi: Full Day Tour with Louvre This privately guided excursion starts with a comfortable drive of about ½ hour to the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital where visitors join a guided tour of the facility and learn about the importance of the tradition of falconry in this part of the world. Next we visit the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the most important examples of contemporary Islamic architecture in the world. Later drive along the corniche, with a quick photo stop at the Emirates Palace Hotel before visiting the iconic Louvre, designed by the French architect Jean Nouvel Designed to celebrate Abu Dhabi's location between land and sea, as well as its traditional Arab architecture, the admission ticket allows visitors to visit the galleries, the exhibitions, the children museums and also the public spaces underneath the dome. Meals B
Day 5: Depart Dubai
After a final buffet breakfast, you'll be chauffeured to the airport for your onward journey. With our exclusive Concierge Departure Services, our experienced staff will assist you through all immigration and security procedures. You'll then be personally escorted all the way to your boarding gate. Meals B
