Dubai 

EXPO 2020 DUBAI

This trip takes place during Expo 2020 Dubai in which Dubai will host the world for 173 days. You can be a part of this innovative experience.
Click HERE for more information about the Dubai Expo 2020.

ITINERARY

Day 1 – Saturday, December 5 - Depart New York

Depart on your overnight flight from New York to Dubai.

Day 2 – Sunday, December 6 - Arrival in Dubai

Upon arrival at Dubai Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.  The rest of the day is at leisure.  This evening enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Hotel: JW Marriott Marquis
Meals: Dinner

Day 3 – Monday, December 7 - Full Day Dubai City Tour with Burj Khalifa Entry

After breakfast you will start your tour of Dubai, the Gulf’s most enchanting and cosmopolitan city. Start with a visit of the magnificent twin minaret mosque, the Jumeirah Mosque, a spectacular example of modern Islamic architecture. Pass by the Palastquater “Zabeel” and Skyline at the Dubai Creek and continue towards Bastakiya, the wind towered houses of old merchants. After a visit of the Dubai Museum, housed in the 180 year old Al Fahidi Fort, you will cross the Dubai Creek with an “Abra” (water taxi) to reach the other side for a visit of the Spice Souk and Gold Souk. Return to Dubai for lunch at a local restaurant and a visit to the Burj Khalifa Tower. Lunch in a local restaurant during the city tour. ENTRY TO BURJ KHALIFA. Burj Khalifa (The Tallest building in the world) formerly known as Burj Dubai, is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and the tallest man‐made structure ever built, at 828 m (2,717 ft). Construction began on 21 September 2004, with the exterior of the structure completed on 1 October 2009.The building officially opened on 4 January 2010. The building is part of the 2 km2 (490‐acre) flagship development called Downtown Burj Khalifa at the "First Interchange" along Sheikh Zayed Road, near Dubai's main business district. Free time in THE DUBAI MALL. Transfer back to hotel.

Hotel: JW Marriott Marquis
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – Tuesday, December 8 - Half Day Morning Sharjah City Tour

The Emirate of Sharjah is only 20 minutes from down town Dubai and has established itself as the cultural centre of the Middle East. We start at the monumental Culture roundabout before heading off to the NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM in the desert. We head for the CORNICHE, with the golden Al Majara Souk and into the heart of the heritage district, where the Al Naboodah House and the Al Arsa souk with a glimpse of how life used to be lived. The tour ends at the fabulous CENTRAL SOUK, with its Arab architecture and if you’re looking for souvenirs, then the vast selection of carpets, antiques and curios will surely satisfy the most determined shopper. Return to the hotel to relax and prepare for safari tour.

IN THE AFTERNOON DESERT SAFARI WITH BBQ DINNER

In the afternoon 4 x 4 Land Cruisers (6 person to a Vehicle) will pick you up for an EXHILARATION DRIVE through the fantastic high sand dunes. Take unique pictures from the ARABIAN SUNSET in the desert. After the sun disappears behind the golden sand dunes, we drive to our DESERT SAFARI CAMP. The smell of fresh GRILLED KEBABS and LAMB, the CAMPFIRES, the scent of the Traditional Water Pipes and the relaxing sounds of the ARABIAN MUSIC invite you for an unforgettable evening. After you have strengthened yourself at our sumptuous meal, the dancer will demonstrate the ancient art of BELLY DANCING, SAND BOARDING, HENNA PAINTING and CAMEL RIDE also included. Return back to Dubai.

Hotel: JW Marriott Marquis
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 – Wednesday, December 9 - Free Day at Leisure

Today is yours to explore Dubai on your own.

Maybe take a trip to Dubai Expo 2020, have Afternoon Tea at the Skyview Bar at the Burj Al Arab Hotel (reservations required), or get a spa treatment – the choice is yours!

Hotel: JW Marriott Marquis
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 – Thursday, December 10 - Full Day Abu Dhabi City Tour with Lunch

The excursion takes you to two hours’ drive from Dubai, passing the JEBEL ALI PORT, the largest man‐made seaport in the world, to the capital of the UAE. Stopover for pictures at JAZIRRA RESIDENCE, ex‐ residence of Shaikh Zayed. Admire the third biggest mosque in the world‐SHEIKH ZAYED MOSQUE and the grave of Shaikh Zayed the previous president of UAE and the father of the nation. Drive on Al Maqta Bridge and pass by one of the richest area in Abu Dhabi‐MINISTRIES AREA with the impressive villas. Further proceed to the most beautiful street‐CORNICHE ROAD, which is compared with Manhattan in New York. Stop for pictures at EMIRATES PALACE HOTEL. The hotel has its own marina and helipad. According to the New York Times, the Emirates Palace is reputed to be the most expensive hotel ever built. The tour continues to AL BATEEN AREA, where are the palaces of the Royal Family. Have shopping break in one of the biggest center –MARINA MALL. Lunch in a local restaurant during the tour.

Hotel: JW Marriott Marquis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7 – Friday, December 11 - Free Morning at Leisure; Evening Farewell Dinner Cruise

The morning and afternoon are yours to explore Dubai on your own.

Maybe take a trip back to Dubai Expo 2020, catch the amazing buffet brunch at the Atlantis, the Palm Hotel (reservations required), or do some last minute shopping – the choice is yours!

This evening you will have a Farewell dinner on Bateaux Dubai. Cruise the Dubai Creek and marvel the sights of Dubai by night. Enjoy freshly prepared gourmet cuisine within a sleek glass-enclosed interior. Take in the historical scenery with panoramic views and alfresco decks. All white attire is suggested for the dinner cruise.

Hotel: JW Marriott Marquis
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 – Saturday, December 12 - Departure from Dubai International Airport

Check out from the hotel after breakfast and transfer out to the airport for departure of your flight back home.

Meals: Breakfast

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