UAE, Present and Future
Overview
Experience the future today, in the land where it’s being forged. From the future of art to the preservation of nature, this multi-dimensional tour covers so many aspects of tomorrow’s world, showing where we are now and where we’re heading - thanks to the incredible minds and boundless ambitions of the UAE.
This itinerary features More Moments activities included with your package.
Format
Locations
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
Inclusions
- Round-trip flight to Dubai (if flight and hotel option is chosen)
- Bronze meet-and-greet at arrival airport
- Private transfers to and from airports
- Shared transfers for all excursions and sightseeing tours as per the itinerary, unless noted otherwise
- 4 nights of accommodation in selected category (4 nights in Dubai)
- Daily breakfast
- Meals according to itinerary
- Hotel taxes, fees and service charges
- Service of English-speaking local guide during visits only as per program
- Entrance fee to the monuments as mentioned in the itinerary
- Dubai half-day city tour (shared)
- Visit to the Museum of the Future (private transfers included)
- Inside Burj Al Arab Tour (private transfers included)
- Evening desert safari with barbecue dinner, with house beverage package (shared)
- Abu Dhabi full-day city tour (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 at Dubai International Airport, you will be required to clear customs and immigration. Once cleared, please proceed to the exit where a dedicated local representative will meet you* with a co-branded Air Canada Vacations and Arabian Adventures sign with your name on it and will escort you to your private transfer to take you to your hotel to check-in. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.
*Bronze Meet-and-Greet Service INCLUDED! You will receive:
- Personalized meet-and-greet by the local representative’s welcoming staff at the airport
- Escort from immigration to baggage area to meeting point
- Fast-track through immigration and security (in a group of no more than five travelers)
Day 3
Dubai
After breakfast your tour guide will take you on a *6.5-hours Dubai half-day city tour (shared)! Your days starts with a visit to the Palm Jumeirah, followed by a stop by Burj Al Arab, the world's most luxurious hotel. Afterwards, the journey takes us to the Blue Mosque & Old Dubai, a place of tranquility and spiritual significance. Lastly, we ascend to new heights as we reach the pinnacle of our tour—the iconic **Burj Khalifa, At The Top Burj Khalifa Sky Observation Deck on the 148th/124th/125th floor.
**The tour will conclude at the Dubai Mall, please be advised that the transfers back to the hotel are not included.
The rest of the day is at leisure!
More Moments Activities Included
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Half-day City Tour
Learn about the rich history and fascinating culture of Dubai before it became the modern skyscraper-filled city we know today. Visit all the hidden gems and world-renowned sights of Dubai’s past. You’ll visit:
- Palm Jumeirah: One of Dubai's most iconic landmarks and a testament to the city's ambition and innovation. Architectural masterpiece and a palm-shaped island renowned for its opulence.
- Burj Al Arab: Stop by the world's most luxurious hotel for picture-taking.
- Blue Mosque: Magnificent architectural gem. Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of this stunning mosque and admire its intricate designs and exquisite blue tiles.
- Old Dubai: A historic and traditional part of the city. This area contrasts with the modern, glitzy skyline and developments that Dubai is perhaps more widely known for. Old Dubai showcases the city's heritage, culture, and architectural roots, offering visitors a glimpse into its rich history and culture.
- Burj Khalifa, At The Top Burj Khalifa Sky Observation Deck: The world’s tallest building. Burj Khalifa is an unprecedented example of international cooperation, a symbolic beacon of progress, and an emblem of the new, dynamic, and prosperous Middle East.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Dubai
After breakfast, your tour guide will take you on a 4-hour* shared visit to two of the most extraordinary Dubai landmarks: the iconic Burj Al Arab and the groundbreaking Museum of the Future!
Afterwards, if time permits, you will be transferred back to your hotel to freshen up for this afternoon journey: a fascinating 6-hour* desert shared experience with the Evening Desert Safari, featuring a barbecue dinner and a house drinks package (including unlimited bottled water, juices, beer, and wines).
Upon completion of this desert adventure, your transfer will take you back to your hotel. The rest of the evening is at leisure!
More Moments Activities Included
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Burj Al Arab
One of the most famous and luxurious hotels in the world! It is often referred to as the world's only "seven-star" hotel; it is renowned for its opulence, exceptional service, and iconic sail-shaped structure, making it a symbol of modern Dubai.
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Museum of the Future
Stunning architectural and cultural landmark that explores the possibilities of the future through innovative design, cutting-edge technology, and immersive experiences. One of Dubai's most iconic structures, with a unique torus-shaped design covered in Arabic calligraphy. The building itself symbolizes humanity, while the green mound it sits on represents the Earth, and the empty space in the middle stands for the unknown future.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Dubai - Abu Dhabi - Dubai
After breakfast, your transfer will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a 9-hour* Abu Dhabi city tour!
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day 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. This is your chance to learn about the fascinating heritage of the country as well as experience all the iconic sights that make Abu Dhabi the cultural hub we know today. After the tour is completed, you will be taken back to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
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 Dubai International Airport to catch your flight 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 – October 31, 2025
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Not included:
- Gratuities
- Airport taxes (where applicable)
- Tourist fee (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, or cancelled due to weather-related conditions.
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
- Shared transfer service for all sightseeing, including inter-city transfers, unless otherwise noted
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- The itinerary above is subject to change without prior notice. The order in which destinations are visited or day excursions occur may change due to operational restrictions, such as weather and accommodation availability.
- 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.