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.
Your hotel stay features a late check-out on departure day, counted as an extra night, ensuring added comfort before your transfer to the airport.
This itinerary features More Moments activities included with your package.
Format
Locations
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Dubai (if Flight & Hotel option is chosen)
- Bronze meet & greet at the airport upon arrival, fast-track included
- Private transfers to and from airports
- Shared transfers for all excursions and sightseeing tours as per the itinerary, unless noted otherwise
- 6-night accommodation in selected category (4 nights Dubai, 2 nights Abu Dhabi)
- Daily breakfast
- Meals, according to itinerary
- Hotel taxes, fees and service charges
- Service of an English-speaking local guide during visits, as per program
- Entrance fees for the monuments, as mentioned in the itinerary
- Modern Dubai Afternoon Tour
- Half-day Traditional Dubai Morning Tour
- Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner Experience
- Louvre Abu Dhabi visit
- Abu Dhabi Heritage Tour
- 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-and-greet service INCLUDED! You will receive:
- A personalized meet and 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
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing morning at your leisure until your tour guide picks you up for the afternoon’s half-day adventure, the Modern Dubai Afternoon Tour (Shared). At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel independently (at your own expense). The rest of the day is at your leisure.
More Moments Activities Included
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Modern Dubai Afternoon Tour
Embark on an exciting afternoon tour through the vibrant heart of Dubai, where you'll discover the city's most modern and iconic landmarks. Your journey begins at 2:00 PM when your tour guide picks you up from your hotel and takes you to the meeting point at Souk Madinat. From there, you'll continue to the Palm Monorail, where your adventure truly begins. Ride the monorail from the trunk of Palm Jumeirah to Atlantis The Palm, taking in stunning panoramic views of the Palm and the iconic Burj Al Arab. Afterward, travel back along the Palm towards Dubai Marina, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll with ample photo opportunities of the marina's breathtaking skyline. Afterward, you’ll depart from the Dubai Marina and head to Bluewaters Island, a vibrant man-made island featuring a variety of bars, restaurants and a scenic boardwalk for you to enjoy. Your journey continues with a photo stop at the iconic Ain Dubai Ferris Wheel, the towering landmark of Bluewaters Island. You’ll continue on and enjoy another photo stop at the Museum of the Future before departing for Dubai Mall. The last stop of this afternoon’s adventure is a visit to At the Top Burj Khalifa.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Dubai
After breakfast, your tour guide will take you on a half-day Traditional Dubai Morning Tour (shared). Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel to freshen up and get ready for this afternoon’s exciting adventure. This afternoon has been thoughtfully designed to include an unforgettable Evening Desert Safari with BBQ dinner experience, complete with a house beverages package. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.
More Moments Activities Included
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Half-day Traditional Dubai Morning Tour
Learn about the rich history and fascinating culture of Dubai before it became the modern skyscraper-filled city we know today. The tour includes a photo stop at Zabeel Palace (the official Dubai Royal Residence), a walk through the historic Al Fahidi district, an Abra crossing over the Dubai Creek to the famous Spice Souk, a walk through the Gold & Spice Souk and a walk through Souq Madinat Jumeirah, including a photo stop with the world-famous Burj Al Arab.
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Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner Experience
Leave the buzzing city behind as you’re whisked off to the beautiful and peaceful Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, ready to deliver the best of what the dunes have to offer. After dinner, head back to the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Dubai – Abu Dhabi
After breakfast and check-out, your private driver will take you to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred directly to your hotel to check in and freshen up before your afternoon experience: a visit to the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Afterward, your private driver will return you to your hotel, where you can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
More Moments Activities Included
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Louvre Abu Dhabi visit
Discover the world-renowned Louvre Abu Dhabi, a stunning architectural masterpiece that houses a diverse collection of art and cultural artifacts from around the globe. Explore exhibits spanning centuries and civilizations, offering a unique journey through human history and creativity.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Abu Dhabi
After breakfast, your tour guide will take you on an enriching 10-hour Abu Dhabi Heritage Tour, where you'll explore the city's rich history and cultural landmarks. On your way to UAE’s capital, you will pause at Last Exit, a unique refreshment stop, offering different food and beverage options ($). Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Spend an overnight in Abu Dhabi.
More Moments Activities Included
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Abu Dhabi Heritage Tour
Embark on a captivating cultural journey that highlights the rich heritage and historical treasures of the UAE’s capital. This unforgettable experience includes a drive by Yas Island (Abu Dhabi’s family-friendly entertainment hub), a photo stop at Louvre Abu Dhabi, a drive along Abu Dhabi’s Corniche (eight kilometres of manicured waterfront) to admire the city skyline, a photo stop at the Presidential Palace, followed by the visit to the Palace itself, Qasr Al Watan, and a visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Abu Dhabi – Dubai
After breakfast and checkout, you'll be transferred to your hotel in Dubai for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure until your evening transfer to the airport for your after-midnight flight back to Canada.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Dubai - Canada
Fly back to Canada.
Accommodations
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 superior 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, 2026
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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.
The sequence of the itinerary may be altered for reasons beyond the supplier’s control, such as accommodation availability, weather, national events, strikes, etc.
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- Private transfer service from/to airports
- Shared transfer service for all sightseeing, including inter-city transfers, unless noted otherwise
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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.
- Please be advised that during certain travel periods and seasonality, the Superior and Superior Plus categories may be higher priced than the Premium category.
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The duration of the activities may vary depending on the weather or operational constraints on the ground.
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Please note that the itinerary for this program has recently been updated. All bookings made from April 12, 2025, onwards will include the new features, which are already reflected on the website.