Dubai Discovery
4 Days
from
$840
to
$1,336
per person*
Highlights:
U.A.E.
(Dubai)
Trip Start/End:
Dubai
/
Dubai
Dubai offers something for every traveller. It is from here that you will get to experience the best of this majestic city with its modern and ancient landmarks on this full day city tour. Enjoy the picturesque Dubai sky-line from a traditional dhow boat, whilst replenishing your appetite with a scrumptious Arabian dinner on-board. The following morning get ready for a day of shopping around Dubai’s finest malls and marketplaces. In the evening, you will be taken out into the desert for a jeep safari and bbq dinner. Here, enjoy a delicious dinner, while admiring the Dubai sky-line. Depart the next morning-end of itinerary.
Overview
| Day | Activities | Hotel |
- Day 1
- Dubai
| - Airport Assistance
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
| Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa (4*) deluxe (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 2
- Dubai
| - Private - City Tour - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
- Lunch (not included)
- Dhow Dinner Cruise - Vehicle/Driver
| Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa (4*) deluxe (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 3
- Dubai
| - Private - Shopping Tour - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
- Lunch (not included)
- Shared - Desert Safari and BBQ Dinner - Vehicle/Driver
| Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa (4*) deluxe (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 4
- Dubai
| - Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
| Depart
|
| B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive |
Trip Itinerary
Dubai
Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa
Day 1: Dubai
Fast track clearance escort through all arrival formalities. Assistance at the baggage belt area. Handover of visa or other essential documents to passengers.
A private vehicle with driver will provide a transfer between the airport and hotel.
Accommodation: Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa (4*) The Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa is a culturally themed hotel which is great for business and leisure travelers alike. The hotel is located in the epicentre of Bur Dubai's shopping and cultural districts. In close proximity are major shopping centres, souks and cultural attractions including Dubai Museum and city's creek side markets. Dubai International Airport is 7 km from the hotel, the nearest beach is 15 km and Dubai's World Trade Centre is 4 km drive. The medium sized rooms are spacious and elegantly furnished with an authentic Arabic ambience. The interior styling reflects the heritage of the region, with subtle colours born of sand, sky and ocean that help create the atmospheric backdrop. The rooms are equipped with modern room amenities and communication tools.
Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai Museum
Dhow Dinner Cruise
Day 2: Dubai
To experience the modern and ancient city tour of Dubai, our route takes us to the highest buildings in the Middle East. After a short break by the Creek we arrive to the oldest part of the city, Bastakia where old wind-towered houses of wealthy merchants are still to be seen. Close by we visit the fascinating Dubai Museum in the Al Fahidi Fort, which has been there almost for two centuries defending the settlers of early days. We continue our tour through material market taking a closer look at the wind-towers on our way to Abras, local water taxis that will take us across the Creek to the area of spice and gold souks. As the final destination of this four hour tour we will walk through the bustling alleys of these souks being amazed by mystical aromas of numerous spices and the breath-taking amount of dazzling jewelry varying from traditional to the latest designs at amazingly affordable prices displayed by almost 200 shops. This tour includes a private vehicle and driver for transfers to sites and return trip to hotels.
Your driver will pick you up and transfer you for an unforgettable evening cruise along the Dubai Creek on board a traditionally decorated Dhow. A sumptuous buffet dinner will be served including continental and Pan-Asian dishes. Soft drinks and mineral water are included. Experience the atmosphere of Dubai by night accompanied by Arabic music. The cruise takes approximately two hours.
Accommodation: Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa (4*)
City Centre Mall Dubai UAE
Desert Safari
Day 3: Dubai
This is the tour where you “shop till you drop”! including visit to shopping Malls like Bur Juman, Al Ghurair and Deira City Center the biggest shopping mall in Dubai with more than 300 shops. We will take you to Al Fahidi Street which is also called the Electronics Street and the Naif souk with abundance of textiles adds color to the trip and tests your bargaining skills. Dubai Golf souk, which proves Dubai as the “City of Gold”, is the place where to buy some of the finest and purest gold at competitive prices with a dazzling array of international designs attracting our attention!
This desert safari gives you an opportunity to see the golden sand dunes of Arabia on 4-wheel drive jeep, where you will experience the thrill of a life time - roller coaster ride on the sand dunes. While on the journey, you stop on the highest sand dune to view the beautiful sunset for taking some breathtaking photographs and to refresh yourself with a mineral water. The adventure then continues with a drive to an exquisite Bedouin Campsite, right in the heart of the desert, where henna design, local dresses, soft drinks, water, tea or coffee are available for your enjoyment. Try your hands on some camel rides and Hubbly Bubbly (water pipe) in different flavors that suit your taste. Adding to the atmosphere of the night, an enchanting belly dancer performs a fascinating dance to a rhythm of Arabic music. To top it all, the delicious BBQ buffet dinner is served for all the guests.
Accommodation: Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa (4*) Day 4: Dubai
A private vehicle with driver will provide a transfer between the airport and hotel.
Accommodation: Depart Depart from Dubai international airport - end of itinerary.
Accommodations
Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa
Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa Room
Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa (4*) - Dubai
The Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa is a culturally themed hotel which is great for business and leisure travelers alike. The hotel is located in the epicentre of Bur Dubai's shopping and cultural districts. In close proximity are major shopping centres, souks and cultural attractions including Dubai Museum and city's creek side markets. Dubai International Airport is 7 km from the hotel, the nearest beach is 15 km and Dubai's World Trade Centre is 4 km drive. The medium sized rooms are spacious and elegantly furnished with an authentic Arabic ambience. The interior styling reflects the heritage of the region, with subtle colours born of sand, sky and ocean that help create the atmospheric backdrop. The rooms are equipped with modern room amenities and communication tools.
Travel Info
Travel tips of U.A.E.
VISA/PASSPORT
A passport and a visa are required for both US and Canadian citizens. For stays of 30 days or fewer, U.S. citizens holding valid passports may obtain visitor visas at the port of entry for no fee. For a longer stay, a traveler must obtain a visa before arrival in the UAE.
Please note obtaining a visa is your responsibility. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the Embassy of UAE for the most up to date visa information.
HEALTH
Health insurance is required. Medical facilities are poor quality and not widespread. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/u.a.e.aspx
COUNTRY INFO
Capital: Abu Dhabi.
Government: Federation of seven autonomous Emirates.
Language: Arabic is the official language. English is widely spoken and used as a second language in commerce.
Religion: Mostly Muslim, of which 16% are Shiite and the remainder Sunni.
Time: GMT + 4.
Electricity: 220/240 volts AC, 50Hz. Square three-pin plugs are widespread.
Telephone: Country code +971. Main area codes: Abu Dhabi 2; Ajman, Sharjah and Umm al-Quwain 6; Al-Ain 3; Dubai 4; Fujairah 9; Jebel Ali 4; and Ras al-Khaimah 7.
Mobile Telephone: Roaming agreements exist with most international mobile phone operators. Coverage is excellent.
Internet: There are numerous Internet cafes in the UAE but VoIP telephone systems, such as Skype, are officially blocked by the monopoly telecoms provider.
What's Included:
- Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
What's not Included:
- Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $350). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of 30% of program price. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to loss of 100% of program price.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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