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Emirates Experience
7 days
Dubai, Sharjah, Hajar Mountains, Dubai Desert, Abu Dhabi
Day 1: Dubai
Upon arrival at Dubai International Airport, you will be met by our English- speaking driver and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Accommodation at your hotel.
Day 2: Dubai
Today’s tour provides the opportunity to be fascinated by Dubai’s rich history and tradition. The tour is designed to bring you to best city spots with photo stops close to the famous Burj Al Arab hotel and Jumeirah Mosque and a drive by Zabeel Palace. Then, walk through the Al Fahidi Cultural Neighborhood to see the famous wind-tower architecture and visit the Dubai Museum. Continue with a traditional water taxi (abra) crossing over Dubai Creek to finally lose yourself in the market winding
through the Spice and Gold Souks. Overnight at your hotel. [B]
Day 3: Dubai (Sharjah Heritage)
After breakfast at the hotel start your drive East towards Sharjah Emirate, rich in tradition and art, to explore the museums and cultural sites of the city. You’ll have a chance to see over five thousand artifacts at the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization. Discover the museums and heritage sites of Sharjah, stroll along the cobbled streets and view cultural sites. Lunch at your leisure (not included in the price). The tour itinerary will vary based on opening times of the museums and your guide will tailor- make the tour to best suit everyone, possibly visiting Sharjah Fort, demolished in the 1970s and rebuilt as the Sharjah Heritage Museum, Al
Mahatta Aviation Museum, and the Sharjah Maritime Museum among others. Return to Dubai for overnight at your hotel. [B]
Day 4: Dubai (East Coast and Fujairah)
Explore the northern Emirates passing by Sharjah and visiting Kalba and Dibba Al Fujairah’s Museum and Fujairah Heritage Village, as well as Fujairah Fort perched high on a hill. Once the center of Fujairah life, the former sentry has housed a prison and has withstood attack f rom British naval forces and occupation by fearsome Wahabbists. Today, the historic landmark has opened its gates to the public to provide an insight into the pivotal role it once played. Stop for lunch at the Hotel Meridien Al Aqua Beach Resort. Continue to the oldest mosque in the
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