Dubai sample itinerary

Dubai 3-Night City Programme Itinerary

City tour (Burj Khalifa, Gold Souk, Old Dubai), evening desert safari, and optional Abu Dhabi day trip — the standard Dubai ground programme for transit and dedicated Dubai clients.

3 nightsCity tourDesert safariAbu Dhabi optionFrom USD 280pp

Day-by-day programme

Reference itinerary — exact programme adapted per brief. Hotels and routing confirmed on booking.

  • 1

    Arrival Dubai

    Meet and assist at Dubai International Airport (DXB) or Al Maktoum (DWC). Transfer to hotel. Afternoon: check-in, at leisure. Evening: Dubai Mall and Dubai Fountain — the world's largest choreographed fountain, best viewed from the waterfront terrace. Burj Khalifa external view and surrounding Downtown Dubai atmosphere. Overnight: Dubai.

    Meals: Dinner (optional)
  • 2

    Dubai City Tour

    Morning: Burj Khalifa — At The Top observation deck (124th or 148th floor, advance booking recommended). Dubai Frame — the world's largest picture frame, 150m tall, bridging old and new Dubai. Afternoon: Old Dubai — Gold Souk, Spice Souk, Deira, Abra (traditional wooden water taxi) across the Creek to Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Evening: Jumeirah Beach Road drive past the Burj Al Arab silhouette, JBR beachfront. Overnight: Dubai.

    Meals: Breakfast
  • 3

    Desert Safari

    Morning: at leisure — optional Palm Jumeirah monorail and Atlantis aquapark. Afternoon (from 14:30): evening desert safari — 4x4 convoy dune bashing across the red sand dunes outside Dubai, camel riding, sandboarding, traditional dress photo opportunity, henna painting, live oud music, belly dancing, BBQ buffet dinner under the stars. Return to hotel approximately 21:30–22:00. Overnight: Dubai.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (BBQ)
  • 4

    Abu Dhabi Day Trip (Optional) + Departure

    Optional: Abu Dhabi day trip (depart 08:00, return ~18:00) — Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Corniche, optional Louvre Abu Dhabi or Ferrari World. If not taking Abu Dhabi option: morning shopping at Dubai Mall or City Walk. Transfer to Dubai International Airport for departure. Airport assistance included.

    Meals: Breakfast

Indicative net pricing

Per person twin share, ground only. Excludes international flights. Prices are indicative — final net rate provided in quotation.

Standard
USD 280+
per person / twin share
4-star hotels
Premium ★
USD 520+
per person / twin share
5-star hotels
Luxury
USD 960+
per person / twin share
5-star luxury + Palm / Downtown

What's included

  • 3 nights accommodation (twin/double)
  • Daily breakfast; BBQ dinner on Desert Safari (Day 3)
  • All airport and hotel transfers in private vehicle
  • Dubai city tour with guide (Day 2)
  • Evening desert safari (Day 3) with all activities
  • Burj Khalifa At The Top (124th floor — 148th floor upgradeable)
  • Airport meet and assist both ends

What's excluded

  • International flights
  • UAE visa (not required for most nationalities)
  • Travel insurance
  • Most lunches
  • Optional: Abu Dhabi day trip (additional), Atlantis aquapark, Dubai Frame
  • Tips and gratuities
Dubai year-round:

Dubai operates well year-round. October–April is the most comfortable outdoor weather (25–30°C). June–September is very hot (40°C+) but all attractions are air-conditioned — beach time is the main consideration. Desert safari operates year-round.