Experience the Emirates & Oman
Two gems of the Middle East
Set off on a whirlwind tour of the top attractions of the Emirates and Oman! In one action-packed week, you'll get to wander culture-filled markets, blast through dune-filled deserts, and visit historical monuments galore.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy-class airfare to Dubai (DXB)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 6 nights in Dubai at the City Seasons Tower Hotel, or similar
- Full-day Dubai City Tour, including visit to Burj Khalifa (124th floor)
- Dhow Cruise, with dinner
- Half-day Sharjah Tour
- Discover Dubai by Night Tour
- 4-wheel-drive Desert Safari, with barbecue dinner
- Full-day Abu Dhabi City Tour, with lunch & entrance to Louvre Museum
- Musandam Sea Safari (Oman), with lunch
- Breakfast daily
Not Included:
Great Ways to Explore
- See the 10 million liter tank at the Dubai Aquarium!
- Ride Formula Rossa, the fastest roller coaster in the world, at Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi.
- Sink your teeth into some Manousheh, a breakfast specialty of flatbread topped with cheese, herbs, and olive oil, from a local vendor.
- Sample fruit at Mina Dates Market in Abu Dhabi.
- Peruse the magnificent offerings of the Gold and Spice Souks in Dubai.
Seize an incredible 6 nights in the Emirates and Oman with tours through the areas top attractions! Begin with a full-day tour through Dubai, where you will be introduced to the major stops in the area, including the Jumeirah area, the new canal, the Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, and more. You will see the Dubai Mall, go on a Dhow dinner cruise, discover the Pearl of the Gulf, and learn about Emirati culture. You'll explore the city by night, see the Dinosaur and GLOW garden, visit the DIFC Dubai Financial Market, and experience dune bashing, one of the area's most popular sports.
Then, you'll proceed to Abu Dhabi, the largest city of the Emirates. There, you will stop at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, see YAS Island, and see the Louvre and Guggenheim Museums. You will also enjoy a boat ride near the Gulf of Oman and explore the natural sea views, snorkel, and swim.
Helpful links for travel to the UAE:
- Round-trip economy-class airfare to Dubai (DXB)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 6 nights in Dubai at the City Seasons Tower Hotel, or similar
- Full-day Dubai City Tour, including visit to Burj Khalifa (124th floor)
- Dhow Cruise, with dinner
- Half-day Sharjah Tour
- Discover Dubai by Night Tour
- 4-wheel-drive Desert Safari, with barbecue dinner
- Full-day Abu Dhabi City Tour, with lunch & entrance to Louvre Museum
- Musandam Sea Safari (Oman), with lunch
- Breakfast daily
Not Included:
- See the 10 million liter tank at the Dubai Aquarium!
- Ride Formula Rossa, the fastest roller coaster in the world, at Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi.
- Sink your teeth into some Manousheh, a breakfast specialty of flatbread topped with cheese, herbs, and olive oil, from a local vendor.
- Sample fruit at Mina Dates Market in Abu Dhabi.
- Peruse the magnificent offerings of the Gold and Spice Souks in Dubai.
Seize an incredible 6 nights in the Emirates and Oman with tours through the areas top attractions! Begin with a full-day tour through Dubai, where you will be introduced to the major stops in the area, including the Jumeirah area, the new canal, the Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, and more. You will see the Dubai Mall, go on a Dhow dinner cruise, discover the Pearl of the Gulf, and learn about Emirati culture. You'll explore the city by night, see the Dinosaur and GLOW garden, visit the DIFC Dubai Financial Market, and experience dune bashing, one of the area's most popular sports.
Then, you'll proceed to Abu Dhabi, the largest city of the Emirates. There, you will stop at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, see YAS Island, and see the Louvre and Guggenheim Museums. You will also enjoy a boat ride near the Gulf of Oman and explore the natural sea views, snorkel, and swim.
Helpful links for travel to the UAE:
Learn More about Dubai
Day 1. Welcome to Dubai, United Arab Emirates!
Land in Dubai and enjoy a meet-and-greet by the Gray Line staff who will transfer you to your hotel.
Transfer to Dubai hotel
Check In - City Seasons Towers Hotel
Blast into the future with a stay at the City Seasons Towers Hotel. Rocketing 14 stories into the sky in the middle of the city, the hotel boasts striking design and excellent location. Take a jaunt tot he Burjuman mall during the day, or explore the entertainment in the area surrounding while you enjoy your stay in Dubai. The dark earth colors of the hotel's interiors contrast beautifully with the city's sizzling energy and climate to create a cool respite where you can relax in comfort and modernity.
Day 2. Dubai
Jumpstart the week with a full-day tour through Dubai! Begin with a visit to the Jumeirah area and the Burj Al Arab. Stops include an art center, the new canal, the Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, Bastakyia, the Dubai Museum, crossing the creek by "Abras," and shopping in the spice and gold souks. Pass Dubai Ruler Palace to reach Burj Khalifa then Dubai Mall.
In the afternoon, see Palm Jumeirah, pass city walk, drive on Sheikh Zayed Road, see the Atlantis Hotel and the Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Lake Towers, and end at Mall of the Emirates. After spending as much time as you’d like at the mall, travel back to the hotel.
Dubai City Tour (Full Day)
This full-day tour starts with a visit to the Jumeirah area and the Burj Al Arab. You will stop at an art center, the New Canal, the Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, Bastakyia, visit the Dubai Museum (visit included), cross the creek by "Abras," and shop in the spice and gold souks. Next, you will pass the Dubai Ruler Palace then stop at Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. After that, climb the Burj Khalifa to the 124th floor. Lunch is on your own at the Dubai Mall. In the afternoon, go to Palm Jumeirah, pass city walk, drive on Sheikh Zayed Road, see the Atlantis Hotel, the Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Lake Towers, and end at Mall of the Emirates.
Dhow Cruise (with Dinner)
In the evening you will enjoy a Dhow dinner cruise. Dubai is surrounded by water, so this cruise will sail on the Creek side of old Dubai. You’ll cruise on a wonderful wooden dhow, built in a time-honored manner, channeling the region's historical heritage and traditions, yet with the utmost comfort that you can expect in a present-day ship. Spend a romantic evening between the glistening stars as you watch the waves dance in the night while you cruise along the moonlit creek. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet dinner served with a taste of local delicacies as you sail through the deep blue Creek.
Day 3. Dubai - Sharjah - Dubai
Set off for Sharjah, the Pearl of the Gulf, for shopping and exploring! Visit King Faisal Mosque, the Fort of Sharjah, and learn about the customs and traditions rooted in Emirati culture. You will continue to the Heritage Museum, then the Souk Al Arsa and Souk Al Markazi. The tour will wrap up at Dubai Mall, where you can peruse and enjoy lunch at your leisure. This evening, you will embark on the Discover Dubai by Night tour, which will begin at Madinat Jumeirah, pass the new Dubai Frame and the DIFC Dubai Financial Market, then finish with the famous fountain show at Dubai's Opera before you venture out on your own for dinner.
Sharjah Tour (Half-Day)
After breakfast, set off for Sharjah, the Pearl of the Gulf: a must to complete a trip to Dubai. Visit King Faisal Mosque, experience Emirati culture, visit the Fort of Sharjah, and learn about the customs and traditions which are deeply rooted in the Emirati culture. Continue to the Sharjah Heritage Museum and the enchanting Souk Al Arsa and Souk al Markazi, which are veritable treasure troves of carpets, jewelry, and intricate handicrafts. The tour will end up in the Dubai Mall, where you can have lunch on your own and enjoy the mall for as long as you’d like before making your way back to the hotel.
Discover Dubai by Night
Start at Madinat Jumeirah, a marketplace overlooking the sparkling Arabian water. Pass the Jumeirah Beach area, discover Box City, the City Walk, pass the New Dubai Frame, and see the Dinosaur and GLOW Garden and the DIFC Dubai Financial market before reaching the wondrous Burj Khalifa. There, you'll see Dubai's opera and the famous fountain show, with the water dancing in the moonlight.
Day 4. Dubai
The morning will be spent at your leisure, then slap on some sunscreen for an afternoon desert safari! Travel across the deserts of Dubai (with a few photo stops, of course) for an exhilarating dune drive. Get your adrenaline flowing with dune bashing and sand boarding, meet a camel, take part in a Henna experience, then indulge in a delicious barbecue dinner with entertainment.
Half-day Desert Safari Tour
A comfortable, air-conditioned 4-wheel drive vehicle will
take you from Doha, south along the coastal route to the Sealine Beach Resort,
where your vehicle will be prepared for the exciting desert journey ahead. Your
desert adventure over the soft sand of the magnificent dunes will be both
memorable and exciting. This tour offers the visitor ideal photo opportunities,
allowing you to capture the stunning panoramic views of spectacular sand dunes
and the Inland Sea, while enjoying the excitement of a roller-coaster dune
ride. If you have limited time this tour gives you the opportunity to get a
taste of the desert and a chance to enjoy and experience the unique scenery of
an Arabian desert.
Day 5. Dubai - Abu Dhabi - Dubai
Spend a full day touring Abu Dhabi, the largest city of the Emirates. Begin at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque then continue toward YAS Island and its Red Ferrari covered park before hitting the YAS Mall. After lunch, the tour will continue on a drive through the famous giant Saadiyat Island project, where the Louvre and Guggenheim museums are located. A visit will be made to the Louvre, then the full-day tour will conclude at the Emirates Mall, where you can shop and find dinner at your own pace.
Abu Dhabi City Tour (Full-Day)
This full-day Abu Dhabi tour offers an ideal introduction to the largest city of the Emirates, which also happens to be the UAE capital. Abu Dhabi is an island, and its name translates to “Father of the Gazelle.” The first stop will be at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest and most beautiful Mosques in the world, which is able to accommodate an impressive number of over 30,000 worshipers. The exquisite white structure is completely clad in marble, featuring intricate Islamic art and carvings, as well as extensive landscaping. After this moving experience, the tour continues toward Yas Island and its Red Ferrari largest covered park, before a stop at Yas Mall. Enjoy the biggest mall in Abu Dhabi and have lunch before continuing. The remaining part of the tour will be devoted to a drive through the famous Saadiyat Island project where the Louvre and Guggenheim museums are built to complete the image of Abu Dhabi as a cultural Arab capital. Stop there to visit the famous Louvre Museum. At the end of the afternoon, head back to Dubai, passing again through Yas Island. The tour will end at Emirates Mall, which you can explore at your leisure.
Day 6. Dubai - Musandam (Oman) - Dubai
Today, you'll take a boat ride through the waves of the Gulf of Oman. The sheltered bay offers a peaceful and isolated environment for swimmers and snorkelers to explore. A dhow trip into the fjords of Musandam offers an unparalleled view of the landscape. Head back to Dubai at the end of the day for dinner on your own time.
Musandam Sea Safari (Oman)
After breakfast, wander to a spot near the waters of the “Gulf of Oman” and let your boat ride be your gateway to the natural Mediterranean treasures of the gulf. The Musandam. which is located in the northern-most part of Oman, has one of the most peaceful, isolated, and beautiful coastlines in the world. The towering Hajar Mountains rise directly from the waves, providing an awe-inspiring backdrop for the caves, bays, and pebble beaches along the coast. The sheltered bays also offer a safe environment for snorkelers and divers to explore. The marine life of the Gulf of Oman is rich in diversity with fish, corals, turtles, and invertebrates. A dhow trip into the Fjords of Musandam offers an insight into this fantastic landscape and guarantees an ambiance of peace and tranquility, as you bond with nature and explore the wonders of the sea and mysterious natural sea caves. If you are lucky, you might even spot dolphins along the cruise as you enjoy lunch on board. These traditional type of dhows are equipped with comfortable seats, cushions, and carpets. Additionally, enjoy sea safaris, snorkeling & swimming, as well as see Oman’s typical limestone houses from the comfort of your boat. Snorkeling equipment is available. At the end of the tour, head back to Dubai.
Day 7. Depart United Arab Emirates
After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport for your flight home!