This eclectic tour takes you through both the icons and hidden gems of United Arab Emirates, including four different emirates. Starting from the glitzy Dubai, we traverse through the cultural highlights of Sharjah, the sweeping sands of Al Wadi Desert at Ras Al Khaimah, as well as the rugged mountainous coast of Fujairah, or a barefoot luxury escape to the famed Zighy Bay in Oman, also known as the Arabian Norway.
Itinerary Highlights
- Retreat to the Arabian fjords of Fujairah or Oman's Zighy Bay
- Live your 1,001 Nights dreams at Al Wadi Desert
- Get beneath the skin of Arabian culture at Sharjah
- Explore the ever-evolving landscape of futuristic Dubai
Itinerary Outline
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Day 1
Arrival in Dubai
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Day 2
Dubai / Sharjah / Al Wadi Desert
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Day 3
Al Wadi Desert / Fujairah or Dibba
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Day 4
Fujairah or Dibba
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Day 5
Fujairah or Dibba / Departure from Dubai
Itinerary
Arrival in Dubai
Arriving into the airport, if time permits, you will be met for a half day Dubai orientation tour. After a 20-minute Dubai Marina boat ride, head off for photo stops at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Skyline and Burj Al Arab. Scale up on fast-track ticket to the top of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest buildings.
Dubai / Sharjah / Al Wadi Desert
This morning, set off for half day Sharjah tour, visiting Al Noor Mosque (Mon, Thu & Sun only), photo stops at Blue Souk and Union Monument. Marvel at 5,000+ ancient science, cultural and arts artefacts at Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization before 4WD desert safari at Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve with chance encounter of desert-adapted wildlife such as the rare Arabian oryx, gazelles and foxes. After sunset atop the dunes, we transfer to your camp to rest.
Al Wadi Desert / Fujairah or Dibba
Start the day with off-road jeep drive through Al Hajjar mountain ranges, making visits at Fossil Rock, Mleiha Archaeological Site, Wadi Shawka Pools and an easy hike near Wadi Helo’s ruins and farmlands. After taking in the Kalba scenic views, we stop for picnic lunch on the east coast before transferring to your resort in the Fujairah emirate or cross border into Oman’s Zighy Bay (please bring passport) to rest.
Fujairah or Dibba
Free day at leisure to enjoy beach activities and resort facilities.
Fujairah or Dibba / Departure from Dubai
Today, you will be transferred back to the airport for your onwards flight.
Hotels & Tour Price
Includes
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis in hotel as stated on bed & breakfast basis
- Meals as stated
- All transportation & transfer
- Local English or Chinese-speaking expert guide
- All entrance fees in sights stated
Excludes
- International Airfare
- Beverages in restaurants where meals are included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses e.g. telephone bill & laundry
- Visa
- Travel insurance
- Tourism Dirham Fee (approximately AED10/room/night, payable directly to hotel)