United Arab HIGHLIGHTS OF & ABU DHABI

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Dubai

HOSTED PROGRAM (4) Dubai • (2) Abu Dhabi • (1) Dubai PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS •Share in the magic of UAE’s Dubai and Abu Dhabi with the perfect balance of planned experiences and free time to explore

Dubai 4 1 •Delve into the amazing cities of Dubai and Sharjah on half day city tours Abu Dhabi 2 •Experience a splendid dinner cruise onboard a traditional Arabian dhow boat •Discover Abu Dhabi on a full day excursion •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, featuring belly dancing, sand boarding, and henna painting

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Arrangements by DAY 1 I SUN 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 MON 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 and continue towards Bastakiya to see the wind towered houses of old merchants. After a visit of the that is housed in the 180-year-old Fort, you will cross the Dubai Creek onboard an “” (water taxi) for a visit of the Spice Souk and Gold Souk. Return to your hotel. (B) DAY 3 I TUE I DUBAI I SHARJAH I DUBAI After breakfast, depart for the Emirate of Sharjah, often called the cultural center of the Middle East. Your tour starts at the monumental culture roundabout before heading off to the Natural History Museum in the desert. Returning to the city, head to the Corniche with its golden Al Majara Souk, and then venture into the heart of the heritage district where the Al Naboodah House and the Al Arsa Souk provide a glimpse of the past. The tour ends at the Central Souk, brimming with a vast selection of carpets, antiques, and curios that will surely satisfy the most discriminating of shoppers. Later this afternoon, experience the sheer thrill of driving up and down Abu Dhabi waterfront the golden yellow sand in 4x4 vehicles. Drive over the high sand dunes before entering the campsite where you can relax in the tranquility of the desert and enjoy an authentic Arabian Barbeque. After the DAY 7 I SAT I ABU DHABI I DUBAI Head back to Dubai for a chance barbeque, professional dancers will demonstrate the ancient art of to experience superb shopping opportunities, embark on an optional belly dancing. Sand boarding and Henna painting are also included. tour, or explore Dubai at your own pace. (B) Return to Dubai. (B,D) DAY 8 I SUN I DUBAI TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY) Transfer to DAY 4 I WED I DUBAI Enjoy the morning at leisure to relax or explore Dubai airport for your departure. (B) Dubai on your own. In the evening, board a traditional Arabian “dhow” (B) Breakfast - (D) Dinner boat and enjoy a relaxing cruise long the Dubai Creek, complete with music, belly dancers, and a sumptuous buffet dinner. (B,D) INCLUDED FEATURES DAY 5 I THU I DUBAI I ABU DHABI Power up with breakfast at your •Meet and Greet services hotel and head out towards Abu Dhabi, passing the largest man- •Hotel accommodations for 7 nights made seaport in . Stop for photos at the former residence •9 included meals consisting of: of previous UAE president Sheikh Zayed, and admire the third biggest - 7 breakfasts mosque in the world – Sheikh Zayed Mosque. The tour continues to - 2 dinners the Al Bateen area, home to the palaces of the Royal Family. Have a •Sightseeing, including all entrance fees and English-speaking guide shopping break in the world-famous Marina Mall before arriving at your hotel in Abu Dhabi. (B) as follows: - Half day city tour of Dubai DAY 6 I FRI I ABU DHABI After breakfast today, the choices are all - Half day tour of Sharjah yours. Take your time to enjoy this full day at leisure at the beach, - Jeep Safari with barbeque dinner embark on an optional tour to Ferrari World, or join a visit to the Falcon Hospital. (B) - Dhow dinner cruise - Full day city tour of Abu Dhabi •Round trip transfers to & from the airport to the hotel •Transfer between Dubai and Abu Dhabi •Beach access in Abu Dhabi •Document holders and luggage tags •Hotel taxes and service charges

PREFERRED HOTELS (or similar) City Nts. Hotels Dubai 4 Metropolitan Hotel Abu Dhabi 2 Le Meridien Dubai 1 Metropolitan Hotel

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Other hotels are available upon request. Blackout periods apply.

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