Explore the Emirates
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United Arab Emirates EXPLORE THE EMIRATES 8 Days FROM $2,815 Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi HOSTED PROGRAM (2) Dubai • (1) Abu Dhabi • (1) Al Ain • (1) Fujairah • PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS (1) Sharjah • (1) Dubai •From Dazzling Dubai to amazing Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Fujairah, and Sharjah, explore the best of the UAE at every turn Sharjah 1 •Delve into the amazing cities of Dubai and Sharjah Dubai 2 Fujairah 1 1 on half day city tours •Experience a splendid dinner cruise onboard a Abu Dhabi 1 Al Ain traditional Arabian dhow boat 1 •Discover Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and UAE’s East Coast on full day excursions UNITED ARAB EMIRATES •Visit imposing mosques and shop in traditional souks for unique gifts and mementos •Embark on a 4x4 Safari adventure and savor an authentic Arabian barbeque dinner # - No. of overnight stays Arrangements by DAY 1 I DUBAI Upon arrival in the United Arab Emirates, transfer from the Dubai airport to your hotel for check-in and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure in this fascinating city. DAY 2 I DUBAI After breakfast, you will start your tour of Dubai with a visit of the magnificent twin minaret mosque and the Jumeirah Mosque, a spectacular example of modern Islamic architecture. Pass by the Palastquater “Zabeel” and Skyline at the Dubai Creek and continue towards Bastakiya to see the wind towered houses of old merchants. After a visit of the Dubai Museum that is housed in the 180-year-old Al Fahidi Fort, you will cross the Dubai Creek onboard an “Abra” (water taxi) for a visit of the Spice Souk and Gold Souk. Return to your hotel. This evening, join in a dinner cruise along the historic Dubai Creek on a traditional Arabic “dhow” boat. (B,D) DAY 3 I DUBAI I ABU DHABI Power up with breakfast at your hotel and head out towards Abu Dhabi, passing the largest man-made seaport in the world. Stop for photos at the former residence of previous UAE president Sheikh Zayed, and then see the third biggest mosque in the world – the Sheikh Zayed Mosque. The tour continues to the Al Bateen area, home to the palaces of the Royal Family. Enjoy a shopping break in the world-famous Marina Mall before arriving at your hotel. (B) DAY 4 I ABU DHABI I AL AIN Today you will head out towards the Eastern Emirates and Al Ain, situated in opulent terrain and dotted with abundant underground water springs. The former seat of the Al Jahili Fort, Al Ain Sheikhs, here you will find a wealth of desert culture in this formerly vital trading center, including an 18th century bazaar, a camel race track, and a livestock market. Visit the Al Ain National Museum and INCLUDED FEATURES Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum before ascending Jebel Hafeet. At the •Meet and Greet services base of the mountain, soak in the healing hot springs so abundant in •Hotel accommodations for 7 nights this area. Then transfer to your hotel in Al Ain. (B) •9 included meals consisting of: - 7 breakfasts DAY 5 I AL AIN I FUJAIRAH Depart from Al Ain and proceed to Fujairah - 2 dinners where you will enjoy the balance of your day at leisure to explore this •Sightseeing, including all entrance fees and English-speaking fabulous town. Overnight in Fujairah (B) guide as follows: DAY 6 I FUJAIRAH I EAST COAST I SHARJAH After breakfast, head - Half day city tour of Dubai out on a desert drive through Oasis Al Daid to Masafi, stopping at the - Dhow dinner cruise local “Friday Market” along the way. Your journey continues through - Full day city tour of Abu Dhabi the rugged Hajar Mountains and descends to the azure waters of - Visit the Falcon Hospital the Gulf of Oman to the picturesque old fishing village of Dibba. Visit - Full day city tour of Al Ain the Bidiyah Mosque, the oldest mosque in UAE. Your route takes - Full day tour of UAE’s East Coast you along the coastline to Khorr Fakkan. On the way back pass by - Half day tour of Sharjah Fujairah, the only Emirate on the East Coast. Then transfer to your - Jeep Safari with barbeque dinner •All transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle/coach hotel in Sharjah. (B) •Round trip transfers to & from the airport to the hotel DAY 7 I SHARJAH I DUBAI After breakfast, start your tour of the •Document holders and luggage tags Emirate of Sharjah, often called the cultural center of the Middle •Hotel taxes and service charges East. Your visit begins at the monumental culture roundabout before heading off to the Natural History Museum in the desert. Returning to (or similar) the city, head to the Corniche with its golden Al Majara Souk, and then PREFERRED HOTELS City Nts. Hotels venture into the heart of the heritage district where the Al Naboodah Dubai 2 Movenpick Bur Hotel House and the Al Arsa Souk provide a glimpse of the past. The tour Abu Dhabi 1 Al Raha Beach Hotel ends at the Central Souk, brimming with a vast selection of carpets, Al Ain 1 Mercure Grand antiques, and curios that will surely satisfy the most discriminating of Fujairah 1 Novotel Fujairah shoppers. Later this afternoon, experience the sheer thrill of driving Sharjah 1 Copthorne Hotel up and down the golden yellow sand in 4x4 vehicles. Drive over Dubai 1 Movenpick Bur Hotel the high sand dunes before entering the campsite where you can relax in the tranquility of the desert and enjoy an authentic Arabian Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Other hotels are available upon Barbeque. Transfer back to your hotel in Dubai. (B,D) request. Blackout periods apply. DAY 8 I DUBAI TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY) After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the Dubai Airport for your departure. (B) (B) Breakfast - (D) Dinner Arrangements by.