5 Days Dubai & Abu Dhabi Land Tour

Morning: Old Dubai & Traditional Markets

9:30 AM – Hotel Pick-up & Drive to Old Dubai

• Start your      tour with a comfortable vehicle pick-up from your hotel.
• Drive to Al      Shindagha Heritage Village, one of Dubai’s oldest      neighborhoods.

Al Shindagha Heritage Village & Perfume House

• Walk      through the beautifully restored Shindagha Heritage District, where      Dubai’s history comes to life.
• Visit the Shindagha      Museum, showcasing Dubai’s pearl diving & trading history.
• Explore the      Perfume House, where you’ll learn about traditional Emirati scents      and the art of Arabic perfumery.

Dubai Creek & Traditional Abra Ride

• Arrive at Dubai      Creek, the historic trading hub of the city.
• Ride a traditional      Abra (wooden boat) across the creek to Deira.

Explore Gold Souk & Spice Souk

Gold Souk:

• Stroll      through Dubai’s famous Gold Souk, home to some of the world’s      largest gold collections.
• See the Guinness      World Record-holding largest gold ring.
• Ideal place      for shopping gold, diamonds, and jewelry.

Spice Souk:

• Walk      through the Spice Souk, filled with the aromas of saffron,      cardamom, cinnamon, and more.
• Purchase authentic      Arabic spices, oud perfumes, and traditional souvenirs.
• Try local      dates and Arabic coffee (Gahwa).

Tip: Bargaining is common in souks, so don’t hesitate to negotiate!

Jumeirah Beach & Burj Al Arab

Jumeirah Mosque (Photo Stop)

• Stop at the      beautiful Jumeirah Mosque, one of Dubai’s most photographed      mosques.

Burj Al Arab (Photo Stop at Jumeirah Beach)

• Head to Jumeirah      Beach, where you can take stunning photos of the Burj Al Arab,      the world’s only 7-star hotel.
• Quick      stroll along the pristine white sands of Jumeirah Beach.

Palm Jumeirah & Dubai Marina

Palm Jumeirah Drive & Atlantis, The Palm

• Drive along      Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest man-made island.
• Stop at Atlantis,      The Palm for a photo session at The Pointe, a scenic      waterfront with breathtaking views.
• Optional:      Visit Lost Chambers Aquarium or AquaVenture Waterpark.

Dubai Marina Exploration

Dubai Marina Walk & Bluewaters Island

• Walk along      the picturesque Dubai Marina, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and      luxury yachts.
• Explore Bluewaters      Island – home to Ain Dubai (world’s largest observation wheel).

Drop off at the hotel

· Conclude the tour with a drop-off back at your hotel by 02:30 pm.

Evening: Pickup & Transfer to Dubai Marina

• Private      transfer from hotel/residence in Dubai at 07:00 pm.
• Comfortable      air-conditioned vehicle.
• Scenic      drive towards the luxurious Dubai Marina.

Arrival & Boarding at Dhow Cruise

• Warm      welcome with Arabic coffee and dates.
• Red carpet      entrance and onboard seating arrangements.
• Enjoy the      beautifully illuminated traditional wooden dhow.

Sailing Through Dubai Marina (Approx. 2 Hours)

Cruise Highlights:

• Sail      through Dubai Marina, Bluewaters Island, JBR, and Ain Dubai     (world’s largest Ferris wheel).
• Stunning      views of skyscrapers, luxury yachts, and waterfront attractions.
• Relax on      the open-air upper deck or the air-conditioned lower deck.

Buffet Dinner Experience:

• International      & Arabic buffet with vegetarian & non-vegetarian options.
• Soft      drinks, water, tea, and coffee included.
• Alcohol at      own expense.

Entertainment & Activities:

• Live Tanoura      dance performance (traditional spinning dance).
• Soft      background music featuring Arabic, Bollywood, and English tunes.
• Photo      opportunities with stunning Marina skyline views.

Return to Marina & Disembarkation

• Smooth      docking back at the Marina.
• Leisure      time for quick photos before departure.

Return Transfer to Hotel/Residence

• Pickup from      the dhow cruise docking area.
• Comfortable      ride back to your hotel.

Private Pickup & Departure

• Your driver      picks you up from your hotel/home in Dubai.
• Drive to Sharjah

Al Noor Mosque (Photo Stop & Visit)

• One of Sharjah’s      most beautiful mosques (open to non-Muslims on guided      tours).
• Located near      Khalid Lagoon with scenic views.

Blue Souk (Central Market) – Shopping Stop

• Famous for gold,      antiques, carpets, and souvenirs.
• A must-visit      for lovers of traditional Arabian shopping.

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization (History & Culture)

• Discover      Islamic artifacts, manuscripts, and astronomy exhibits.
• A great place      to learn about the region’s heritage.

Al Majaz Waterfront – Leisure Stop

• A beautiful      spot by Khalid Lagoon,      perfect for a coffee break.
• Enjoy      waterfront cafés and a relaxing atmosphere.

Ajman Museum (Historic Experience)

• Housed      in an 18th-century fort, showcasing Ajman’s      history.
• See traditional      weapons, manuscripts, and archaeological finds.

Ajman Beach & Corniche (Relaxation & Photos)

• Take a relaxing      walk along the beach or stop at a café.
• Option to      visit Oyster & Pearl Monument     (symbolizing Ajman’s pearl diving heritage).

Transfer back to Dubai

• Afternoon return back to Dubai hotel.

2:30 - 3:30 pm: Pickup from the hotel

• A Private 4x4      Land Cruiser or shared vehicle picks you up from your hotel or      designated meeting point in Dubai.
• Drive towards      the Lahbab Desert (Red Dunes) or Al Marmoom Desert,      approximately 45 minutes from the city.
• Stop for a      quick break at a roadside rest area for refreshments and optional quad      biking (extra charge).

Dune Bashing Adventure

• Your expert      driver deflates the vehicle’s tires and takes you on an exhilarating      dune-bashing ride across the golden-red dunes.
• Experience      thrilling off-road driving for 20-30 minutes as the car      drifts and climbs over dunes.
• Enjoy photo      stops at scenic desert viewpoints.

Arrival at Desert Camp

• Welcome      with Arabic coffee (Gahwa), dates, and soft drinks.
• Explore the      Bedouin-style camp with traditional low seating, carpets, and      lighting.
• Optional henna      tattoo application, shisha smoking, and dressing in traditional      Emirati attire for photos.

Camel Ride & Sand boarding

• Ride a camel     for a short trek and experience traditional Bedouin-style travel.
• Optional,      try sand boarding, gliding down the dunes on a board.
• Capture      stunning sunset photos.

Live Entertainment & BBQ Dinner

Enjoy a lavish BBQ buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options while watching live performances:

• Tanoura      Dance     – A mesmerizing Sufi-inspired whirling dance.
• Fire Show – A      thrilling fire performance by skilled entertainers.
• Belly Dance – Graceful      belly dancing under the starry sky.
• Arabic      Music & Drumming – Enhances the ambiance of the evening.

BBQ Dinner Menu Highlights:

• Drinks:      Soft Drinks, Water, Tea, Coffee
• Alcohol      (own expense)

Return to Dubai (9:30 PM)

• Relax under      the stars before heading back.
• Drive back      to your hotel in a 4x4, arriving around 9:30 - 10:00 PM.

What to Wear & Bring

• Comfortable,      breathable clothes (light jacket in winter)
• Sunglasses,      hat, sunscreen
• Closed      shoes or sandals for dune activities
• Camera or      phone for photos

Morning: Departure from Dubai & Drive to Abu Dhabi

• Pick-up      from your hotel or designated meeting point in a comfortable      air-conditioned vehicle.
• Drive to      Abu Dhabi (approximately 90 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road).
• Enjoy      scenic views of Dubai’s skyline, desert landscapes, and Jebel Ali Port      (the world’s largest man-made port).

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

• Visit Sheikh      Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the world’s largest and most stunning      mosques.
• Marvel at      the white marble architecture, gold chandeliers, and the      world’s largest hand-woven carpet.
• Important      Dress Code:
  • Women: Wear       loose-fitting clothing that covers arms and legs. A headscarf is       mandatory (some tours provide abayas).
  • Men: Avoid       shorts and sleeveless shirts.

Best Spot for Photos:The reflective pools outside the mosque.

Heritage Village & Corniche Drive

• Explore Heritage      Village, a recreated traditional desert village showcasing      Bedouin life, handicrafts, and cultural exhibits.
• Enjoy a      scenic drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche, offering spectacular sea      views, luxury hotels, and the skyline.

Lunch Break (own expense)

• Option 1: Local      Emirati or Lebanese restaurants such as Al Dhafra or Al Fanar.
• Option 2: Food      courts in shopping malls (cheaper alternative).

Emirates Palace & Etihad Towers

• Stop at Emirates      Palace Hotel, an ultra-luxury 7-star hotel famous for its gold      cappuccino (optional).
• Optional visit      the Etihad Towers Observation Deck for panoramic views of Abu      Dhabi.

Best Spot for Photos:The steps leading up to Emirates Palace.

Ferrari World OR Yas Island Photo Stop

• Quick stop      at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi entrance for photos.
• View the      stunning Yas Marina Circuit, home to the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi      Grand Prix.

Note:If you want to experience Ferrari World rides, you’ll need a separate full-day tour.

Return to Dubai

• Relax on      the drive back.
• Drop-off at your hotel around 7:30 - 8:00 PM

Morning: Hotel Pick-up

• Private      vehicle picks you up from your hotel
• Head to Dubai      Mall, approximately 20–40 min depending on location

Arrive at Dubai Mall

• Light      lunch or coffee at The Cheesecake Factory,      Social House, or food court (optional)
• Time to      explore the mall a bit or do some initial shopping
• Browse      through Dubai Mall’s shops (from luxury to local brands)

Visit Burj Khalifa (At The Top – Level 124/125)

• Enter from      Lower Ground level of Dubai Mall
• High-speed      elevator to 124th/125th floors
• Breathtaking      360° views of Dubai, desert, and sea
• Duration: ~1 to 1.5      hrs

Photo Opportunities:

• Sunset/evening      view for a stunning golden cityscape.

Visit Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

• Located on      Ground & Level 2 of Dubai Mall
• Includes      Aquarium Tunnel, Underwater Zoo, and Rainforest Zone
• Spot sharks, rays,      penguins, crocodiles & more

Dubai Fountain Lake Ride (Abra Boat Ride)

• Traditional      wooden boat ride on Burj Lake
• Get close      to the fountains with stunning views of Burj Khalifa
• Duration:      ~30 minutes

Watch the Dubai Fountain Show (from the promenade or Souk Al Bahar Bridge)

• Show runs      every 30 minutes from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
• Duration:      ~5 minutes per show
• Music and      lights choreographed with jets shooting up to 150m!

Hotel Drop-off

• Your      driver will meet you at the arranged pick-up spot near Dubai Mall
• Return to      your hotel safely and comfortably