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Dubai Stopover

4 days

SEMI INDEPENDENT: Explore the iconic sights of Dubai on a half day city tour and take an exhilarating desert safari, 4-wheel driving over golden dunes, before enjoying a delicious traditional dinner under the stars at a Bedouin camp.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

4 days

Starts

Dubai

Ends

Dubai

Range

Private

Tour Guide

Yes - for all included sightseeing

Group Size

Minimum age

5 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Friday, Sunday and Tuesday

Hotel Rating

4 star

Countries

Dubai

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 3, Dinner: 1
Per person from
NZD$995.00
Total From
NZD$1,990.00
Deposit From
Final payment
NZD$598.00
$1,691.00

Tour Highlights

Tuck into dinner at a traditional Bedouin camp in the desert and watch authentic local entertainment.
Shop the famous souks across The Creek and practice your haggling skills as you browse the range of spices and jewellery on offer.
Tour one of the world's most glamorous cities, taking in both the modern landmarks and historic cultural sites.
Journey into the desert on an exhilarating SUV safari over the rolling dunes and watch the sunset.

Included

3 nights 4 star hotel accommodation (twin/double basis) including breakfast.
Half day morning coach tour of Old and New Dubai - mosque, markets and souks (coach tour operated by a 3rd party with travellers from other tour companies. Guiding may be in an additional language to English)
Half day 4x4 desert safari excursion (coach tour operated by a 3rd party with travellers from other tour companies. Guiding may be in an additional language to English)
Services of a tour guide for scheduled sightseeing
Traditional barbecue dinner at a Bedouin desert camp with belly dancing (belly dancing will not commence during Ramadan)
Private airport arrival and departure transfers

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Tourism Dirhams are not included, this local tourism levy is approx. USD$5 per night and is collected by the hotel on check-out

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome To Dubai

Arrive at Dubai international airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the city.

Overnight: Dubai

Day 2 - City Tour

Enjoy a half day city tour taking in the iconic sights of Dubai, starting with a photo opportunity of what is possibly Dubai’s most well-known structure, the Burj Al Arab hotel. Continue to the Jumeirah Mosque for photo opportunities at what is considered to be the most striking mosque in Dubai. Then proceed to Bastakia, to view the traditional wind towers and the old Fahidi Fort, the oldest existing building in Dubai.

Continue your tour with a visit to some of the local markets before taking a water taxi across The Creek to the spice markets and gold souks where jewellery is on display ranging from traditional to the modern, prepare to be dazzled. Located in the heart of old Dubai is the famous Gold and Spice Souk. A walk through the bustling alleys affords you a wonderful experience - enjoy the dazzling gold and the beautiful aroma of the local spices.

Enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at your own leisure.

Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Desert Safari & Bedouin camp

Spend the morning at leisure before embarking on an exciting desert safari. Hop on board your 4 wheel drive for an adventure into the desert. Your experienced driver will take you across the rolling sand dunes on an exhilarating drive.

A stop will be made to watch the sun setting over the desert before heading over to a traditional Bedouin camp where you will be greeted with a delicious spiced Arabic coffee and even have the opportunity to ride a camel. Then we settle down to enjoy dinner cooked on an open fire. To truly top off your desert experience a belly dancer will entertain you to traditional music. A magical night.

Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 - Goodbye Dubai

Goodbye Dubai. Time has just come to say goodbye to UAE! Around 4 hours prior to your flight departure time, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Dubai International Airport to join your homebound flight.

Please note: Exact Pick-up time will be reconfirmed locally 1 to 2 days prior to the departure schedule.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Millennium Place Dubai Marina
Dubai

Excellently located less than 10 minutes from the beach and offering sweeping views of Dubai Marina, this modern hotel is the perfect base for exploring the city. Rooms feature ensuite bathrooms, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and seating areas. Some rooms are also equipped with balconies. The hotel boasts an outdoor pool, fitness centre, and bar. There is free Wi-Fi throughout the property and one of the two onsite restaurants is a MasterChef TV Experience, based around the global TV show.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Hyatt Place Dubai Al Rigga
Dubai

Hyatt Place Dubai Al Rigga is perfectly positioned in the heart of Deira. This contemporary hotel offers guests complimentary WiFi, an outdoor pool, and two dining options. Rooms are modern and warmly decorated, featuring flat-screen TVs, minibars, and electric kettles, with some offering views of the pool. The 24-hour StayFit Gym provides state-of-the-art cardio equipment, while the outdoor swimming pool and sunken pool bar offer relaxation. Conveniently located near Al Ghurair Shopping Mall and Deira City Center, and just a 10-minute drive from Dubai International Airport.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room.

2024
Twin/Double
Single
22 Nov - 25 Nov
Sold Out
Sold Out
24 Nov - 27 Nov
$1,585
$2,565
26 Nov - 29 Nov
$1,585
$2,565
29 Nov - 2 Dec
$1,585
$2,565
1 Dec - 4 Dec
$1,585
$2,565
3 Dec - 6 Dec
$1,585
$2,565
6 Dec - 9 Dec
$1,585
$2,565
8 Dec - 11 Dec
$1,585
$2,565
2025
Twin/Double
Single
3 Jan - 6 Jan
$1,585
$2,565
5 Jan - 8 Jan
$1,585
$2,565
7 Jan - 10 Jan
$1,585
$2,565
10 Jan - 13 Jan
$1,585
$2,565
12 Jan - 15 Jan
$1,585
$2,565
14 Jan - 17 Jan
$1,585
$2,565
17 Jan - 20 Jan
$1,585
$2,565
19 Jan - 22 Jan
$1,585
$2,565

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