Itinerary Details

Alexander+Roberts

Dubai Stopover

Day 1: Our VIP Welcome to Dubai

On arrival at the airport, our VIP Services include a warm personal greeting and Fast-Track processing through immigration formalities. You'll then be escorted to the arrivals hall where your personal driver awaits; step in to your air-conditioned vehicle and transfer 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. We also offer a variety of guided tours, activities and dining experiences to enhance your stay. Some of these excursions are full-day activities that require at least one more night's stay here in Dubai. Call us for attractive rates at any of our deluxe or luxury hotels and experience more of this fascinating city: + 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 Tour Todays 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 to relax before you join fellow travelers for a traditional barbecue dinner followed by lively entertainment 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: Depart Dubai

After breakfast, you'll be chauffeured to the airport for your onward journey. With our VIP Departure Services, our experienced staff will personally assist you with Fast-Track processing through check-in, immigration and security procedures. Meals B