From Dubai To Abu Dhabi
From Dubai To Abu Dhabi
From Dubai To Abu Dhabi
5 Days Starting and ending in Dubai
Visiting: Dubai, Bastakiya, The Palm Jumeirah, Burj Khalifa, Al Shindagha Museum, Sharjah, Desert Safari Dubai, Dune Bashing Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Emirates Palace
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Tour code:
53847
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 24
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, exploring the best of the United Arab Emirates. Begin your adventure in Dubai with a visit to iconic landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Marina, and the historic Bastakiya district. Experience the thrill of a desert safari and enjoy a traditional dhow dinner cruise along Dubai Creek. Discover the cultural treasures of Abu Dhabi, including the Abrahamic House, Louvre Museum, and the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Mosque. With guided tours, local cuisine, and comfortable accommodations, this tour offers a perfect blend of modern marvels and rich heritage.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Dubai ( / / )
Location: Dubai
Accommodation Name: Hampton by Hilton Dubai
Arrival at Dubai International Airport. After collecting your luggage and completing the formalities, meet one of our English-speaking representatives who will meet you in the arrival hall at the airport, welcome you and then accompany you to meet your driver. Your driver will take you to your hotel (Transfers with an English-speaking driver, without a guide).
Overnight stay at a Dubai hotel.
Day 2 : Full–Day Dubai Tour & Dhow Cruise Creek (B/L/D)
Location: Bastakiya, The Palm Jumeirah, Burj Khalifa, Al Shindagha Museum, Dubai
Accommodation Name: Hampton by Hilton Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel.
Dubai is a unique and spectacular city. Start your visit with the discovery of the skyscrapers along the famous Sheikh Zayed highway which runs along the city. After a photo stop in front of the Burj Al Arab, an iconic 7-star hotel in Dubai.
Continue to the Dubai Marina and stop for a moment to admire the various buildings, before heading to Palm Jumeirah for some Instagram worthy photos with the famous Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal as a backdrop.
Taking the Sheikh Zayed Road back towards the city we stop in Downtown Dubai, home of the tallest building in the world. We’ll visit the highest observation deck in the world at level 124 of Burj Khalifa to take in some stunning 360-degree views of the city.
We stop for lunch at a local restaurant.
After discovering the modern part of the city, the scenery changes as we stroll through the narrow streets of the historic Bastakiya district with its Arabic wind towers. Learn more about Emirati history and traditions at the Al Shindagha Museum (including a visit to the childhood home of Sheikh Al Maktoum). Cross Dubai Creek on board an abra (local, traditional water taxi) to reach the spice and gold souks where you can show off your bargaining skills. At this point, your guide will leave in the hands of your capable driver who will accompany you until the departure of the dinner cruise.
Dine aboard a traditional dhow on the waters of the creek, you can discover the "Old Dubai" from another viewpoint. Admire the district of “Bastakiya” by night as you sail past the skyline of Dubai.
Dinner is an International buffet on-board a traditional Arabian trading boat – Dhow (cruise duration is 2 hours).
Your driver will drop you off at the hotel after dinner.
Overnight stay at a Dubai hotel
Day 3 : Free Morning – Pm: Safari With Bbq Dinner (B/ /D)
Location: Sharjah, Dubai, Desert Safari Dubai, Dune Bashing Dubai
Accommodation Name: Hampton by Hilton Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free morning.
In the early afternoon, 4x4 vehicles will pick you up from your hotel for a Safari in the desert (English-speaking drivers without a guide - 6 people per vehicle).
As you cross the golden sands, deep in the dunes, the safari guide will demonstrate his expert hand at the wheel and you’ll experience an exhilarating “dune bashing” adventure unique to the desert. Stop at the top of a dune to admire one of the most beautiful sunsets you can imagine and then drive onwards to a Bedouin camp for dinner. Relax for a while and be entertained by lively belly dance and traditional tanoura dance performances.
Your driver will then accompany you back to the hotel.
Day 4 : Full–Day Abu Dhabi Tour With Abrahamic House, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Heritage Village & Louvre Abu Dhabi (B/L/ )
Location: Abu Dhabi, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Dubai, Emirates Palace
Accommodation Name: Hampton by Hilton Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leave Dubai and discover the Capital city of the UAE: Abu Dhabi!
The day tour of Abu Dhabi will begin with a visit to the newly opened Abrahamic House, where you can learn more about the three great monotheistic religions and their cohabitation in the United Arab Emirates. Then head to the Louvre Museum (entrance included and free visit – a guided tour is available at an additional cost)
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (food and soft drinks included).
Continue with a panoramic city tour along the Corniche, passing iconic architectural structures such as Emirates Palace Hotel, Etihad Towers and Qasr Al Watan. Take a short stroll through Heritage Village.
End the day by visiting the splendid Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest Mosques in the world and an architectural work of art. This historically significant Mosque blends architectural styles and embodies Islam's message of tolerance and peace.
Following this visit, the driver will then accompany you to your Hotel in Dubai.
Dinner is at your leisure. Overnight stay at a Dubai hotel.
Day 5 : Departure From Dubai (B/ / )
Location: Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Dubai International Airport with English speaking driver (without guide).
What's Included
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Transfer from/to Dubai airport without guide
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Full Day visit of Dubai with English speaking guide & lunch at local restaurant in Dubai
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Dinner Cruise at Dubai Creek without guide; with transfers on shared basis & Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner on sharing basis
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4 Nights accommodation in BB
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Entrances according to the itinerary
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Full Day Abu Dhabi with English speaking guide & lunch at local restaurant in Abu Dhabi
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5% Value Added Tax (VAT)
What's Not Included
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Insurance and personal costs (telephones; drinks...) and the carrying of luggage at the airport and in hotels
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Tourist tax Dirham (Night/room) to be paid on site
Tourist tax Dirham per night per room is not included and must be paid on site.
Rates are 20 AED for 5* hotels, 15 AED for 4* hotels, and 10 AED for 3* hotels. -
All meals not mentioned in the program
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Guide services during dinner aboard a dhow and desert safari with BBQ dinner
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Tips to the driver and guide
Tips to the driver and guide are not included.
Recommended tips are 5 USD per person per day for guides and 4 USD per person per day for drivers. -
Tourist tax Dirham (Night/room) to be paid on site 5* hotels: 20 AED (approx. 6 USD) 4* hotels: 15 AED (approx. 4 USD) 3* hotels: 10 AED (approx. 3 USD)
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Tips to the driver and guide (Recommended; if the service is good: 5 USD/Pax per Day for guides and 4 USD/Pax per Day for drivers)
Mode of Transport
Transfers include airport pick-up and drop-off with an English-speaking driver, city tours with an English-speaking guide, and shared transfers for dinner cruises and desert safaris.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay at the Hampton by Hilton Dubai, offering modern amenities and a convenient location for exploring the city.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes transfers from and to Dubai airport without a guide, as well as transportation with an English-speaking driver for various activities. For the desert safari, 4x4 vehicles will be used.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes breakfast at the hotel, lunch at local restaurants in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and a BBQ dinner during the desert safari. Dinner is also provided during the dhow cruise.
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Is there a guide available throughout the tour?
An English-speaking guide will be available during the full-day visits to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. However, there will be no guide during the dinner cruise and desert safari.
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What activities are included in the desert safari?
The desert safari includes dune bashing, a stop to admire the sunset, and a visit to a Bedouin camp for dinner with belly dance and traditional tanoura dance performances.
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What are the main attractions visited in Abu Dhabi?
In Abu Dhabi, the tour includes visits to the Abrahamic House, Louvre Museum, Corniche, Emirates Palace Hotel, Etihad Towers, Qasr Al Watan, Heritage Village, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation at the Hampton by Hilton Dubai with breakfast included.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?
Yes, entrance fees according to the itinerary are included in the tour package.
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What is the dhow cruise experience like?
The dhow cruise includes a 2-hour dinner cruise on Dubai Creek aboard a traditional Arabian trading boat. An international buffet dinner is served, and you can admire the night skyline of Dubai, including the Bastakiya district.
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What is the policy on tips for drivers and guides?
Tips to the driver and guide are recommended if the service is good. The suggested amount is 5 USD per person per day for guides and 4 USD per person per day for drivers.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not included are insurance, personal costs (telephones, drinks), luggage handling at the airport and hotels, tourist tax Dirham, all meals not mentioned in the program, and guide services during the dinner cruise and desert safari.
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How does Today Voyages work?
We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?
Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.
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What is an additional excursion or tour optional?
Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!
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What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?
If you purchase one of our Group vacation packages, you will be escorted by a professional tour guide and will be traveling with other like-minded travelers you may not know. The group size depends on the tour you select. If you purchase one of our Private vacation packages, you will be traveling only within your group of friends. You may or may not be escorted by a professional tour guide; this depends on the type of private tour you are interested in.
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When and how will I receive the travel documents (vouchers)?
If you book one of our Group or Private tours, you will receive your travel documents via email approximately 20 days prior to travel date. If you reserve one of our Vacation Rentals, you will hear back from the property manager via email a few days prior to checking-in. We recommend checking your emails on a regular basis as this is our most reliable method of communication. If you have questions or need additional support, you can always chat with us or email us directly.
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What happens if a Group tour does not get confirmed?
It is very simple... you will be offered an alternative departure date or be refunded the full amount you pre-paid. No questions asked!
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What happens after I book?
The majority of our tours are confirmed at the time of booking. This means that, after submitting the payment online, you will receive an order confirmation email; make sure to save this email and to note down your confirmation number for any future communication with us. Some tours may be sold on a 'on request' basis. This means that for these tours we reserve the right to check the availability of your spot(s) with the Tour Operator before confirming the tour to you. As soon as you submit the payment online for a 'on request' tour you will receive an email notification that confirms your order request. Within 72 hours, you will receive either a confirmation email or a denial email. Do not worry... we will do everything we can to confirm your tour!
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Low Deposit
Today Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of today voyages charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.