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Head to the world-famous Emirates Palace hotel in Abu Dhabi for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Choose to enjoy a Palace Cappuccino, a fragrant coffee topped with the hotel’s logo and sprinkled with real 24-carat gold leaf, feast on a sumptuous buffet lunch or dinner at the Vendome restaurant, or enjoy an afternoon tea at the Episodes lounge. Foodies are sure to not miss this luxurious experience during their time in Abu Dhabi.

Combine a fast-paced, self-driven quad biking session with a tasty BBQ dinner under the stars during this safari in the Lahbab Desert. Relax with shared round-trip 4x4 transfers from your Dubai or Sharjah hotel. You'll also get a chance to try dune bashing, camel riding, and henna painting. A live dance show is included.

Rev up your engine and experience the thrill of riding over the shifting sand dunes of the Red Dunes Desert in Dubai on this guided morning tour. First, learn the do’s and don’ts of dune bashing before heading out on your ATV adventure. Plus, catch the sunrise over the desert.

Take a break from the bustling city and discover Dubai’s red sand dunes on an active day tour. Gain intimate experience of the scenic landscape with camel riding, quad bike driving, and sandboarding included, then unwind with complimentary refreshments served in a traditional-style camp. Access the remote location with ease by air-conditioned vehicle, and relax either side of an active day with included hotel pickup and drop-off.

Enjoy two of Dubai’s natural desert attractions—wildlife and falconry—without the bustle of a group tour, or the hassle of arranging logistics yourself, during this private experience. After a wildlife safari drive in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, enjoy a private falconry session: flying birds from your hand, watching demos, and gaining personal instruction from your own falconer.

Aquaventure Waterpark in Dubai boasts impressive water rides and adventures fit for all ages. Avoid the disappointment of a sold-out day by prebooking your entry ticket. Enjoy the attractions as you wish: careen down corkscrew chutes, ride through shark tunnels, watch the little ones at the new Splasher’s Island area, and unwind on the lazy rivers. Stick to the waterpark or upgrade to include a visit to The Lost World, the Atlantis-themed aquarium.

Combine a fast-paced quad bike adventure in the desert with a Middle Eastern-style dinner and five live entertainment shows under the stars. Watch the sunset over sky-high sand dunes, hop on a camel for a scenic ride across the desert, and try local flavors at the dinner buffet. You won't have to worry about booking transportation with pickup and drop-off in Dubai included.

Get to know Dubai on this full-day sightseeing tour including a trip to the Burj Khalifa. Begin your excursion with convenient hotel pickup, with all transfers and tickets included. Explore the old Al Bastakiya quarter, visit Jumeirah Mosque, ride across Dubai Creek, and head to the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa for unbeatable views across the city.

Zoom in on Abu Dhabi’s cultural and spiritual highlights rather than cover the entire city in a day from Dubai. Instead of checking off the UAE capital’s hotels and high-rises, enjoy two generously timed visits to its Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Louvre art museum. Tour the resplendent Grand Mosque, and then admire the Louvre’s geometric architecture and artworks. Entry fees and return hotel transport are included for a seamless trip.

Explore Dubai’s old and modern sights on a half- or full-day private tour. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle between must-see attractions, such as Jumeirah Mosque and Burj Al-Arab, ride a traditional ‘abra’ water taxi, and explore the souks with commentary from your guide. This tour is completely customized to your interests, allowing you to add-on tickets to top attractions or include a tasty lunch, without the hassle of planning.

Enjoy a desert safari featuring 30–40 minutes of dune bashing, optional quad biking, and a visit to a premium desert camp. Experience camel rides, sandboarding, henna painting, and traditional Arabic dress photo opportunities. Savor a BBQ buffet dinner with international dishes and unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee, while watching live shows including Tanura, belly, Khaleeji, Debke, and fire dances.

An excellent choice for first-time visitors, this tour offers a good overview of Abu Dhabi. With a local guide, visit highlights of the UAE’s capital city including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Corniche, and Qasr Al Watan Palace. Abayas (long dresses with a scarves) are provided for women to enter the mosque.

Get to know Abu Dhabi at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off Big Bus tour. With your 1-, 2-, or 3-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket, board the open-top double-decker bus and set your own sightseeing itinerary. Enjoy panoramic views of the palm-lined Corniche, listen to the informative onboard commentary, and enjoy some fun included extras with longer duration tickets. Explore iconic attractions such as the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Heritage Village by hopping on and off at any of the stops.

Explore the captivating city of Abu Dhabi on this full-day tour from Dubai. Travel around this amazing capital, located off the Arabian Gulf coast and connected to the mainland by two bridges. The journey begins from Dubai as you pass through Jebel Ali Port—one of the world's most impressive man-made ports. Tick off all the main attractions within a day, with stops including the Dates Market, Etihad Towers, The Corniche, and Ferrari World.

Get the most from the Dubai desert with this premium safari experience and enjoy all the desert must-dos in added style and comfort. After 4WD hotel pickup, enjoy a dune bash, admire the sunset and continue to a beautifully illuminated desert fortress camp for the evening. Enjoy traditional Arabian activities such as henna art, camel riding and falcon interaction; savor a 5-star banquet with BBQ stations, and lounge on cushions to watch belly dancing, whirling dervish and fire shows.

The Dubai Fountain is a hugely popular attraction, and getting a good spot for a show can be tricky. This ticket gives you access to the Dubai Fountain Bridge—also called the Boardwalk—a floating platform near the jets and away from the main crowds. Choose a time slot and enjoy some of the best views in town—watching the fountains up-close as they dance to the music and lights.

Experience the majesty of Dubai’s desert at sunrise, with the chance to spot native wildlife, on this early-morning safari. Rather than settle for a typical afternoon-and-evening safari, rise before dawn and travel to the desert sands around the Al Qudra Lakes by chauffeured 4WD. Watch the sun ascend over the sands, enjoy a dune bash, savor a picnic breakfast, and explore the desert as daylight takes hold to look for indigenous herds of Arabian gazelle and oryx.

Shift your Dubai vacation up a gear with an exciting afternoon and evening desert adventure. Leave Dubai by 4x4 with a professional driver, and travel to an area of high, golden dunes. Experience an exhilarating dune drive, stop for photos of a luminous sunset, and up the pace with an adrenaline-pumping sandboarding session. Later, enjoy a camel ride and other fun activities at a beautiful desert camp. If you've upgraded to a full evening tour, sit down to a barbecue dinner and shows from spinning tanoura dancers, belly dancers, and other artists.

Explore the city of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the Emirates, on this guided tour. Following stops at the impressive Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, stroll along the city’s waterfront known as City Corniche and see the Emirates Palace, Etihad Towers and Qasr Al Watan Palace.

Explore Dubai's fascinating contrasts on this half-day guided tour, where you’ll uncover historic gems like the bustling gold and spice souks, marvel at the grand Blue Mosque, and venture to the iconic Palm Jumeirah. End your adventure at the Dubai Frame, a stunning landmark offering sweeping views of the city's past and present from its 493-foot observation deck. It’s a perfect mix of tradition, luxury, and modern marvels—all in one unforgettable half-day experience.

A great choice for travelers looking for an overview of Dubai, this tour touches on several of the city's most well-known highlights. Leaving from Abu Dhabi, the package includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a ride in a traditional water taxi, and visits to the Dubai Museum, Dubai Mall, a spice market, and the famous Gold Souk, where you can put your bargaining skills to the test.

Set sail across the Arabian Gulf on a full-day traditional dhow cruise from Dubai to the Musandam Peninsula in Oman. After crossing the border to Khasab Harbor, cruise past rugged coastlines, remote fishing villages, and Telegraph Island, with chances to spot playful dolphins. Enjoy lunch, refreshments, kayaking, fishing, and time to swim and snorkel, with round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubai included.

Prepare for a full day of sightseeing and adventure on this full day tour from Abu Dhabi. Visit some of Dubai's most notable landmarks, including the Palm Island, Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al, the world's only 7-star hotel. You will also catch a glimpse of the indoor ski resort Emirates Mall.

Spend the afternoon at the world's largest flower garden, Dubai Miracle Garden, on this guided tour. Explore this colorful attraction with over 50 million flowers and 250 million plants then head to the Global Village where you’ll be able to shop for souvenirs, sample food from around the world, and more.