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Downtown UAE Providing Fascinating Travel Experiences
Emirates Experience
7 days
Dubai, Sharjah, Hajar Mountains, Dubai Desert, Abu Dhabi
UAE, dating back to the 15th century. The mosque was once known as the Ottoman Mosque, but its name comes f rom the person who constructed it rather that the Ottoman Empire. Enjoy amazing views from the mountain road as you travel through the Hajar Mountain range, and more, before heading back to Dubai for overnight at your hotel. [B/L]
Day 5: Dubai (Nature Drive and Desert Safari)
The desert presents a unique opportunity to explore a natural habitat and a fragile ecosystem. A morning nature drive in the Dubai Desert will bring you to the Conservation Reserve. Upon arrival try a camel ride before visiting the reserve. This tour offers you magical wildlife photo opportunities and will make it a true enjoyable day. From September through May you’ll have
the chance of enjoying a traditional breakfast in the desert. During the other months the option is not available because of the heat. Free time in Dubai for you to relax and get ready for tonight’s dinner. Experience an afternoon dune drive through the desert to arrive at the camp where you may opt to try a camel ride, sand boarding, henna painting or the hookah filled with aromatic shisha. A delicious barbeque is served followed by coffee and desserts while typical music and belly dancing maintain a magical ambience. Return to Dubai for overnight at your hotel. [B/D]
Day 6: Abu Dhabi
The day is dedicated to the first Emirate, Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates and the country's center of political and industrial activities and a major cultural center. Explore the sights and
landmarks of Abu Dhabi with a refreshment stop on Yas Island, close to the Yas Marina Formula 1 Circuit. Stop at Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi and enjoy lunch at one of the cafés. Lunch is not included in the tour price due to the variety of options available. Then a drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche continuing past the Emirates Palace Hotel. We’ll end the tour with a visit to the spectacular Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Return to Dubai for overnight at your hotel. [B]
Day 7: Dubai, USA
Free time until the appointed time for your transfer to Dubai International Airport to board your flight to your next destination. [B]
Your Tour includes:
F Arrival and departure transfers
F Assistance at the airport
F 6 nights’ accommodation at chosen hotel F Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
F Sightseeing of Dubai
F Full-day private tour of Sharjah
F Full-day shared tour of Fujeirah & Hajar
Mountains
F Half-day shared Desert Safari
F Full-day shared tour of Abu Dhabi F Entrance fees for visits provided F English speaking guides for tours F All local taxes
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