Your expedition begins in Dubai, a city of towering skyscrapers and cultural treasures. Experience a desert safari, enjoy a falconry display and demonstrations of Arabic coffee and bread-making. Continue to Abu Dhabi, the capital city that’s home to the Sheikh Sayed Grand Mosque, a palatial architectural wonder. Discover the emirate’s past with a visit to Heritage Village, a reconstruction of a traditional oasis village. Go on a camel safari and ride a camel like a true Bedouin before heading home.
Language
Arabic
Time Zone
GMT +4
Currency
Emirati Dirham (AED)
Average Temp
81° F
United Arab Emirates Expedition
Dubai & Abu Dhabi from Traditional to Modern
Inspire Your Expedition with Our Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – DUBAI, UAE
Arrive in Dubai
Private transfer to hotel
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Inn Mall of the Emirates
Day 2 – DUBAI
Private City Tour:
- Bastakiya neighborhood
- Al Fahidi Historical District / Dubai Museum
- Abra water taxi to the souks and Jumeirah Mosque
- Jumeirah Beach
- Dhow Dinner Cruise
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Inn Mall of the Emirates
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 – DUBAI
Heritage Desert Dinner Safari
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Inn Mall of the Emirates
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 – DUBAI / ABU DHABI
Private transfer to Abu Dhabi
Optional visits:
- Jumeirah Etihad Towers
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 – ABU DHABI
Private City Tour:
- Yas Island
- Heritage Village
- Emirates Palace
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 – ABU DHABI
Camel Safari (shared)
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 – ABU DHABI / DUBAI / HOMEWARD BOUND
Private transfer to Dubai Airport for flight home
Meals: Breakfast
Starting at $1,750 per person
(two travelers, double occupancy, airfare not included)
Itineraries are customized to travelers’ interests and preferences.
Final prices will vary based on dates of travel and number of travelers.
This was our sixth time to Costa Rica with NEI and the first trip for our extended family, ages 25-31. Thank you for organizing such a terrific trip. There was not one glitch: everything was perfect, including planning the itinerary. I cannot think of anything which could have improved our experience. It was all perfect.
Mark S.
Hamilton, ON
When to go:
Year-round (May through October is very hot)
What to eat:
Harees (boiled wheat & meat porridge), Kabsa (rice, meat & vegetables), Luqaimat (crunchy, sweet dumplings)
What to pack:
Light-weight conservative clothing; light jacket or sweater; shawl or scarf; swimwear; comfortable walking shoes; sunscreen, sunglasses, hat; insect repellent; camera equipment; universal adapter
