Extended Arabian Cultural Highlights
Overview
Embark on a mesmerizing 8-day, 6-night journey through the vibrant city of Dubai and experience the essence of luxury as you explore its iconic landmarks. Indulge in thrilling desert safaris, unwind on pristine beaches, and immerse yourself in the city's bustling souks. From awe-inspiring architecture to exhilarating entertainment, this unforgettable tour promises a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation in the heart of the Arabian Desert.
This itinerary features More Moments activities included with your package.
Format
Locations
- Dubai
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Dubai (if the Flight & Hotel option is chosen)
- Bronze meet and greet at airport upon arrival
- Private transfers to and from airports
- Shared transfers for all excursions and sightseeing tours as per the itinerary, unless noted otherwise
- 6 nights of accommodation in selected category (6 nights in Dubai)
- Daily breakfast
- Meals, according to the itinerary
- Hotel taxes, fees, and service charges
- Service of an English-speaking local guide during visits, as per the program
- Entrance fees to the monuments, as mentioned in the itinerary
- Dubai half-day city tour (shared)
- Luxury Dhow cruise with buffet dinner (shared)
- Abu Dhabi full-day city tour (shared)
- Inside Burj Al Arab tour with a soft beverage in the UMA Lounge (shared)
- Evening desert safari with barbecue dinner and house beverage package (shared)
- Earn 4,000 extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour for travel completed by December 31, 2025
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Dubai International Airport.
Day 2
Welcome to Dubai
Upon arrival in Dubai, you will be required to clear customs and immigration. Once cleared, please proceed to the exit where a dedicated local representative will *meet and greet you with a co-branded Air Canada Vacations and Arabian Adventures sign with your names. From there, you will take your private transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the evening is free for you to enjoy.
*Bronze meet & greet service INCLUDED! You will receive:
- A personalized meet & greet by a welcoming staff at the airport
- A private escort from immigration to the baggage area and meeting point
- Fast-tracking through immigration and security (in a group of no more than five travellers)
Day 3
Dubai – Sightseeing
After breakfast, your tour guide will take you on a *5.5-hour shared half-day Dubai city tour! Your day will start with a visit to Palm Jumeirah, followed by a visit to the Blue Mosque. You will then experience the charm of traditional transportation as you embark on an Abra water taxi ride across Dubai Creek to reach bustling gold and spice souks. Next, you’ll head towards Al Khayma Heritage House in the Al Fahidi Historical District, where you’ll be welcomed with local tea or coffee. Lunch is available ($).
If time permits, you will be taken back to your hotel to get refreshed for a *3-hour Luxury Dhow Cruise buffer dinner in the evening. Alcoholic beverages are available ($).
More Moments Activities Included
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Half-day Dubai City Tour (Shared)
Learn about the rich history and fascinating culture of Dubai before it became the modern skyscraper-filled city we know today. Visit its hidden gems from the past and fall in love with the following sights:
- Palm Jumeirah: One of Dubai's most iconic landmarks and a testament to the city's ambition and innovation.
- Burj Al Arab: Dubai’s most luxurious hotel, which stands on its own island.
- Blue Mosque: A magnificent architectural gem with intricate designs and exquisite blue tiles.
- Abra water taxi ride: Experience the charm of traditional transportation as you embark on this ride across Dubai Creek.
- Al Khayma Heritage House in the Al Fahidi Historic District: Offers visitors a captivating glimpse into the traditional Emirati way of life and serves as a vital link to Dubai's past.
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Luxury Dhow Cruise Buffet Dinner (Shared)
Gently cruise along the banks of the Dubai Water Canal and enjoy a scrumptious international buffet dinner as you soak up the city's bustling atmosphere.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Dubai - Abu Dhabi - Dubai
After breakfast, your tour guide will take you on a *full-day shared Abu Dhabi city tour! Begin this tour at Ferrari World and visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Continue your journey to the enchanting corniche and gaze at the impressive skylines, and capture the best frames of splendid landmarks like the Emirates Palace and Etihad Towers. On the way back, you will do a photo stop by the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi.
After the tour is completed, you will be taken back to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of your day as you wish!
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day Abu Dhabi City Tour (Shared)
Get ready to explore the rich culture and world-renowned landmarks of Abu Dhabi during this full-day city tour of the incredible capital of the UAE. You’ll visit:
- Photo-stop at Ferrari World: Capture the adrenaline-charged essence of speed and luxury with this photo-stop at this theme park.
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: One of the world’s largest mosques and a massive architectural work of art that intentionally blends different Islamic architectural schools and features 82 domes, more than 1,000 columns, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers, and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet.
- Corniche stroll: Gaze at impressive skylines and apture the best frames the Emirates Palace and Etihad Towers.
- Photo stop at the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi: At this photo stop, visitors can capture the intersection of tradition and modernity. With its ethereal canopy seemingly floating above serene waters, the Louvre Abu Dhabi presents a visual masterpiece that mirrors the diverse global narratives housed within its walls.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Dubai – Sightseeing
After breakfast, a chauffeur will take you on a *1.5-hour shared guided tour inside Burj Al Arab, which includes a soft beverage in the UMA Lounge.
Afterwards, your transfer service will take you back to your hote, where you will have some free. In the mid-afternoon, you will be transferred to an evening desert safari with a barbecue dinner and a house beverage package (which includes unlimited bottled water, juices, beer, and wines).
Upon completion, you will be taken back to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of your day as you wish.
More Moments Activities Included
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Inside Burj Al Arab Tour
Explore its interiors and sea views that make Burj Al Arab a top Dubai tourist attraction. Then, unwind in the UMA Lounge to watch the sunset over the Arabian Gulf.
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Evening Desert Safari with Barbecue Dinner and House Beverage Package (Shared)
Leave the buzzing city behind as you’re whisked off to the beautiful and peaceful Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve for a thrilling dune drive and to spot local wildlife along the way, snap unbeatable photos at sunset, find your balance on a camel or a sand board, and to decorate your hands with henna. At the campsite, enjoy an evening full of awe-inspiring entertainment and a delicious barbecue dinner under the stars.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Dubai – At leisure
Today, explore Dubai’s surrounding areas at your own pace! Begin with a sunrise stroll along pristine beaches, where golden sands meet the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf. Indulge in a leisurely breakfast at a chic café and savour exotic flavours and aromatic brews amidst breathtaking city views.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Dubai – At leisure
On your last full day of leisure in Dubai, immerse yourself in a mixture of experiences, making every moment count in this vibrant metropolis. Begin with a leisurely breakfast overlooking the iconic Dubai skyline, then wander through the historic alleyways of Al Bastakiya, where the city's past comes alive amidst wind towers and courtyards adorned with intricate mosaics.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Dubai - Canada
After a leisurely breakfast, please check-out by noon and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. In the early evening, your private transfer will pick you up and take you to the Dubai International Airport, where you’ll catch your flight home to Canada.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people (2 adults, or 1 adult and 1 child)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (2 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child under 4 years old)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 4 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a one bedroom suite at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Daily departures from June 15, 2024, until September 30, 2025
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Not included:
- Gratuities
- Airport taxes (where applicable)
- Tourist fees (this must be paid locally)
- Meals outside of the ones mentioned within the itinerary above
- Transfers for any optional activities and any other transfer services required outside of the itinerary above
- Entrance to other landmarks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Additional activities and excursions
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
Please note that the duration of the daily activities in your agenda may vary due to weather conditions or operational factors on the ground.
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- Private transfer service from/to airports
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- The sequence of the itinerary may be altered for reasons beyond the supplier’s control, such as accommodation availability, weather, national events, strikes, etc.
- Due to your late flight arrival into Dubai, your first night at your selected hotel is included as part of your overall stay in the destination.
- Please be advised that during certain travel periods and seasonality, the Superior and Superior Plus categories may be higher priced than the Premium category.