Day 1
Arrive at the airport and transfer to the hotel, timing based on flight details provided.
Check into the hotel at any time after 3 p.m.
1-5 p.m.: Visit the welcome table in the hotel lobby.
The rest of the day and evening at your leisure.
Day 2
7-8:45 a.m.: Breakfast at the hotel.
9
a.m. – 2 p.m.: Half-day city tour of Sharjah; includes museum admission
fee, air-conditioned transportation and an English-speaking guide.
- 9 a.m.: Depart from the hotel and transfer to Sharjah.
- Visit
the iconic Central Souk (also known as the “Blue Souk”), an authentic
one-stop Middle Eastern shopping experience — you can find everything
from modern watches and clothing to authentic local handicrafts.
- Venture
to Souk Al Arsah. This historic trading marketplace is the perfect stop
for heritage lovers, with shops selling a range of items, such as
traditional local clothing.
- Stop in at Museum of Islamic
Civilization to see its important displays — more than 5,000 artifacts! —
covering aspects of the Islamic faith and contributions to the world.
- Enjoy taking photos at the impressive King Faisal Mosque, the largest mosque in UAE.
- 2 p.m.: Return to the hotel.
Take some time for lunch or to rest up before your next adventure. Lunch is at your own expense.
3:30-8
p.m.: Desert safari experience; includes dinner, complimentary mineral
water, air-conditioned transportation and an English-speaking guide. See below for details and restrictions.
- 3:30 p.m.: Meet your guide in the hotel lobby and transfer to the desert via 4x4 Jeep®.
- Stop at a high sand dune to watch the sun setting on the horizon.
- Transfer to a Bedouin campsite for fun, complimentary activities, including short camel rides and henna painting.
- Enjoy a delicious barbecue buffet dinner and nonalcoholic drinks.
- An enchanting belly dancer and Arabic music will be your evening entertainment as you dine under the stars.
- 8 p.m.: Return to the hotel.
Day 3
7-8:45 a.m.: Breakfast at the hotel.
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Half-day city tour of Dubai; includes air-conditioned transportation and an English-speaking guide.
- 9
a.m.: Depart from the hotel and transfer to Bluewaters, an artificial
island offering tons of entertainment, shopping and dining experiences.
- See Ain Dubai (Dubai Eye), the world’s tallest and largest observation wheel.
- Walk along the bridge for incredible views of the ocean, marina and beach.
- Visit
Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a recreation of an ancient marketplace featuring
shops, canals and wonderful views of the striking Burj Al Arab hotel.
- You’ll
also visit La Mer, a world-class beachfront brimming with activities —
shopping, dining, water sports and more — to keep everyone entertained
on its white sandy shores.
- 2 p.m.: Return to the hotel.
Take some time for lunch or to rest up before your next adventure. Lunch is at your own expense.
Dhow
boat cruise in Dubai Marina; includes dinner, complimentary bottled
water, air-conditioned transportation and an English-speaking guide.
- Depart from the hotel and transfer to the Dubai Marina.
- Board a traditional dhow boat.
- Take in the city lights and views of the Dubai Marina Yacht Club, Dubai Marina Towers and Dubai Marina Mall.
- Enjoy a buffet dinner and live entertainment (belly dancing, live singing performance or a Tanoura show).
- Return to the hotel.
Day 4
7-9:45 a.m.: Breakfast at the hotel.
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Expo 2020 experience; includes 1-day admission ticket, air-conditioned transportation and an English-speaking guide. See below for details and restrictions.
- 10 a.m.: Depart from the hotel and transfer to the Expo 2020 site, Al Wasl Plaza.
- Spend the day exploring national pavilions, exhibits, performances, cultural events and a ton of amazing activities that celebrate the theme of this World Expo: “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future.”
- 5 p.m.: Return to the hotel.
The rest of the evening at your leisure.
Day 5
7-9:45 a.m.: Breakfast at the hotel.
10
a.m. – 3 p.m.: Half-day visit to Atlantis Aquaventure; includes park
admission fee; air-conditioned transportation and an English-speaking
guide.
- 10 a.m. Depart from the hotel and transfer to Atlantis, the Palm resort.
- Visit
the resort’s exciting Aquaventure Waterpark for unlimited fun! Ride and
splash your way through the Torrent River, twist and turn down
thrilling waterslides, brave the Shark Lagoon, encounter dolphins and so
much more. The littlest adventurers can also get in on all the fun with
their very own Splashers Island area.
- 3 p.m.: Return to the hotel.
Take some time for a late lunch or to rest up before your next adventure. Lunch is at your own expense.
5-10 p.m.: Nighttime city tour of Dubai; includes dinner, air-conditioned transportation and an English-speaking guide.
- 5 p.m.: Depart from the hotel and transfer to Burj Khalifa — you’ll view the world’s tallest skyscraper from outside before heading to The Dubai Mall.
- Spend time at the mall, one of the world’s largest shopping venues with more than 1,200 stores and outlets.
- You’ll also have an opportunity to see the aquarium, another highlight of this expansive mall.
- Take in excellent views of the Dubai Fountain — and its spectacular water show! — and the 2,722-foot (830-meter) Burj Khalifa from the local restaurant where you’ll enjoy a delightful farewell dinner.
- 10 p.m.: Return to the hotel.
Day 6
7-11 a.m.: Breakfast at the hotel.
Check out of the hotel by noon.
Transfer to the airport, timing based on flight details provided.
Itinerary subject to change.
Please note:
- All indicated times listed above are approximate and subject to change.
- Itinerary activities are subject to change due and may run in a different order.
Desert safari experience:
- Pickup times at the hotel will vary, depending on the timing of the sunset during winter and summer months.
- Please be aware that during some religious holidays, certain
activities, such as belly-dancing, will not be permitted; alcoholic
drinks will also be prohibited.
- Your guide will advise on customary attire to wear during this excursion.
Expo 2020 experience:
- Vaccinated guests ages 18 years and older must present proof of at least one dose of any COVID vaccine recognized by any Expo 2020 participating country or the World Health Organization (WHO).
- Unvaccinated
guests ages 18 years and older must present a negative PCR test
certificate for a test conducted within the last 72 hours.
Please take the PCR test at least 1 day before your visit to Expo as
results will take up to 10 hours. You will not be allowed into the site
without a valid vaccine record or negative PCR test result.
- Single-day ticket holders who are not vaccinated are eligible for a free COVID-19 test at DHA Expo 2020 Testing Facility.
- Face coverings are required at all times, regardless of vaccination status.
- For updated information on COVID-19 requirements, please visit the Expo 2020 website.