United Arab EXPLORE THE EMIRATES

8 Days FROM $2,815

Al Ain

HOSTED PROGRAM (2) • (1) • (1) • (1) • PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS (1) • (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 2 Fujairah •Delve into the amazing of Dubai and Sharjah Dubai 1 1 on half day tours

Abu Dhabi 1 Al Ain •Experience a splendid dinner cruise onboard a 1 traditional Arabian dhow boat

•Discover Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and UAE’s East Coast on full day excursions •Visit imposing 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

For more information, call: 800-935-5000 or visit: www.centralholidays.com 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 and the Mosque, a spectacular example of modern Islamic architecture. Pass by the Palastquater “Zabeel” and Skyline at the 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 Souk. Return to your hotel. This evening, join in a dinner cruise along the historic Dubai Creek on a traditional “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 Zayed, and then see the third biggest mosque in the world – the . 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 , here you will find a wealth of desert culture in this formerly vital trading center, including an 18th century , a camel race Mosque in Al Qasida area, Sharjah track, and a livestock market. Visit the and Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum before ascending . At the base of the mountain, soak in the healing hot springs so abundant in this area. Then transfer to your hotel in Al Ain. (B) INCLUDED FEATURES •Meet and Greet services DAY 5 I AL AIN I FUJAIRAH Depart from Al Ain and proceed to Fujairah •Hotel accommodations for 7 nights where you will enjoy the balance of your day at leisure to explore this •9 included meals consisting of: fabulous . Overnight in Fujairah (B) - 7 breakfasts DAY 6 I FUJAIRAH I EAST COAST I SHARJAH After breakfast, head out - 2 dinners on a desert drive through Al Daid to , stopping at the •Sightseeing, including all entrance fees and English-speaking local “Friday Market” along the way. Your journey continues through guide as follows: the rugged Hajar Mountains and descends to the azure waters of the - Half day city tour of Dubai Gulf of to the picturesque old fishing of . Visit - Dhow dinner cruise the Bidiyah Mosque, the oldest mosque in UAE. Your route takes you - Full day city tour of Abu Dhabi along the coastline to Khorr Fakkan. On the way back pass by - Visit the Falcon Hospital Fujairah, the only on the East Coast. Then transfer to your - Full day city tour of Al Ain hotel in Sharjah. (B) - Full day tour of UAE’s East Coast - Half day tour of Sharjah DAY 7 I SHARJAH I DUBAI After breakfast, start your tour of the - Jeep Safari with barbeque dinner , often called the cultural center of the Middle East. •All transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle/coach Your visit begins at the monumental culture roundabout before •Round trip transfers to & from the airport to the hotel heading off to the Natural History Museum in the desert. Returning to •Document holders and luggage tags the city, head to the Corniche with its golden Al Majara Souk, and then •Hotel taxes and service charges 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 , PREFERRED HOTELS (or similar) antiques, and curios that will surely satisfy the most discriminating of City Nts. Hotels shoppers. Later this afternoon, experience the sheer thrill of driving Dubai 2 Movenpick Bur Hotel up and down the golden yellow sand in 4x4 vehicles. Drive over the Abu Dhabi 1 Beach Hotel high sand before entering the campsite where you can relax in Al Ain 1 Mercure Grand the tranquility of the desert and enjoy an authentic Arabian Fujairah 1 Novotel Fujairah Barbeque. Transfer back to your hotel in Dubai. (B,D) Sharjah 1 Copthorne Hotel Dubai 1 Movenpick Bur Hotel DAY 8 I DUBAI TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY) After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the Dubai Airport for your departure. (B) Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Hotel upgrades are available upon (B) Breakfast - (D) Dinner request. Blackout periods apply.

For more information, call: 800-935-5000 or visit: www.centralholidays.com