Curated template · 5 days
UAE 5-Day City & Desert Split
United Arab Emirates (Dubai & Abu Dhabi) · $1,800–$2,600
Two-emirate sampler with city icons, Louvre Abu Dhabi, desert safari, and beachfront downtime.
Trip highlights
- Burj Khalifa + fountains
- Old Dubai abra ride
- Desert safari BBQ
- Grand Mosque visit
- Louvre Abu Dhabi
5-day itinerary summary
Dubai Marina & Palm
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09:00
Hotel Check-in / Bags Drop
Arrive, cool down, and freshen up
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10:00
Marina Walk & Brunch
Waterfront cafes
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13:00
Pool / Rest Time
Hydrate and reset during midday heat
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14:30
The Palm Monorail & Beach Club
Pool/beach afternoon
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19:30
Ain Dubai Views & Dinner
Skywheel lights and dining
Old Dubai & Souks
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09:00
Al Fahidi & Creek Abra
Heritage walk and boat
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13:00
Spice & Gold Souk Lunch
Shawarma and juices
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16:00
Burj Khalifa & Fountain Show
Observation deck and evening show
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19:30
Optional: Creek Dhow Dinner Cruise
Evening cruise with skyline views
Desert Safari
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09:00
Morning Free / Mall
Optional Mall of the Emirates
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12:00
Early Lunch & Cool Down
Light meal before the desert
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15:00
Desert Dune Bashing & Camp
4x4, sandboarding, BBQ
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20:30
Return to City
Back to hotel
Abu Dhabi Day
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08:00
Transfer to Abu Dhabi
1.5-hour drive
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10:30
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Stunning white marble
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13:15
Corniche Lunch
Light gulf-side meal
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15:00
Louvre Abu Dhabi & Corniche
Art then beach stroll
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18:45
Corniche Sunset Walk
Breezy seafront stroll
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20:00
Drive Back to Dubai
Return to hotel
Beach Morning & Depart
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08:00
Checkout & Baggage Hold
Store bags before beach time
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09:00
JBR or Kite Beach
Swim and relax
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11:45
Free Time / Coffee & Souvenirs
Last-minute gifts and refreshments
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13:00
Airport Transfer
Depart UAE
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