8-Day Dubai and Abu Dhabi Private Tour

Day 1: Arrive in Dubai for your Dubai and Abu Dhabi Private Tour

When you arrive at Dubai International Airport for your Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour, one of our tour representatives will be there to meet and greet you, and then transfer you in a modern air conditioned vehicle to the hotel where you’ll be spending the next five nights. On arrival at your hotel, our representative will ensure a smooth and hassle-free check-in. Once you have checked in you will then have the remainder of the day to enjoy as you wish. There are no sightseeing tours on the day of your arrival.

Day 2: Cultural City Tour, 4×4 Desert Safari and BBQ Dinner Under the Stars

Enjoy an excellent breakfast at your hotel, and then your personal English speaking guide will meet you, and your Dubai cultural tour will begin with a visit to heritage area of Bastakiya. Enjoy the opportunity to explore the area’s many narrow lanes and alleys which provides a great insight into Emirati culture. You will also visit the 225-year old Fort Al Fahidi which is also home to the Dubai Museum.

After your visit to the fort, you will then be taken for a scenic ride across Dubai creek on a traditional Abra boat. Once the boat reaches its destination you will visit the amazing Gold and Spice Souks. At around lunch time you will return to your hotel where you will be able to enjoy a bit of free time.

At around 15h00, you will be picked up from your hotel and you’ll be taken for a thrilling 4×4 Desert Safari in a clean, modern and comfortable vehicle. Enjoy some dune bashing before finally stopping on one of the highest sand dunes for some spectacular photo opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to try your hand at some sand boarding before making your way to an authentic Bedouin campsite.

On arrival at the campsite you’ll be able to enjoy some refreshments and even a camel ride in the desert, although this is not included in the price of our Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour. While you are relaxing and enjoying yourself, your hosts will be preparing a mouth-watering BBQ dinner which you will get to enjoy under the stars. There will also be some entertainment in the form of a belly dancing show and a Tanoura show.

Finally, after a thoroughly enjoyable evening, you will be driven back to your hotel where you will be spending this night of your Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour.

Meals Included: Breakfast and BBQ dinner

Day 3: Modern Dubai City Tour

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then your guide will meet you and you will be taken to visit some of Dubai’s most iconic landmarks, including Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah which is the world’s largest man-made island, and home to many opulent homes and hotels, including the magnificent Atlantis Hotel.

After visiting Palm Jumeirah, you will make your way to Souk Madinat Jumeirah which is known for its many meandering pathways and its bizarre-like atmosphere. Following your visit to the souk, you will drive to the iconic Burj Al Arab which is often described as being the world’s only seven star hotel. Take some photos of this beautiful tower and then you will make your way to Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.

On arrival at Burj Khalifa, you will be accompanied up to the observation deck which is on the 124th floor. Our Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour includes a ticket for the observation deck. Next, you will be driven back to your hotel where you’ll be able to enjoy some free time or you can opt to enjoy some free time at Dubai Mall which is the largest shopping mall in the world.

In the evening you will also be taken for an absolutely fantastic “Dinner in the Sky” experience which will last for approximately 90 minutes. After you have enjoyed your dinner, you will once again be driven back to your hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 4: Palm Aquaventure Waterpark and the Lost Chambers

Enjoy another delicious breakfast at your hotel and then you will be picked up at around 09h30 for a day of fun at Palm Aquaventure Water Park which is considered to be one of the best water parks in the Middle East.

You will also visit one of the region’s largest aquariums which is home to roughly 65,000 different marine species. Watch marine specialists feeding sharks and rays, and then spend the rest of the day relaxing on the park’s private beach which is exclusively for Aquaventure visitors. Finally, after a fantastic day out you will be driven back to your hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5: Dubai World Islands and Free Day on Lebanon Island

Enjoy another excellent breakfast at your hotel, and then you will be picked up at 09h00, and you will be driven to Dubai Marina where you will board a boat that will take you to Lebanon Island which is part of the Dubai World Islands complex. This collection of man-made islands is located only 7 miles from the coast.

On arrival at Lebanon Island, you will then have the entire day to relax at the Royal Island Beach Club. This was the first business on Dubai World Islands to open its doors to visitors. The Royal Island Beach Club is considered to be one of the most exclusive outdoor venues in Dubai.

After enjoying a wonderfully relaxing day you will take a boat ride back to Dubai Marina and then you will be driven to your hotel where you will be spending the last night of your stay in Dubai.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 6: Full Day Abu Dhabi City Tour

This day of your Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour will see you leaving Dubai and heading to the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi. Shortly after you have had your breakfast, you will check-out from your hotel and then you will be driven to Abu Dhabi where you will enjoy a full day tour.

On arrival in Abu Dhabi, you will first be taken to see the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque which is one of the biggest mosques in the world. After your visit to the mosque you will make your way to the Corniche where you will enjoy a short stop. The Corniche is an 8 km-long stretch of finely manicured beachfront that includes a pristine beach, a number of cafes and restaurants, and a well-equipped children’s play area.

Next, you will visit Heritage village, followed by a visit to the Abu Dhabi Marina Mall and the Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum. Your last stop of the day will be a short photo stop at the Emirates Palace. The palace is not open to visitors so you’ll only be able to take photos from the outside.

Once you have finished taking photos you will then be driven to the hotel where you’ll be spending this night of your Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 7: Abu Dhabi Ferrari World

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel and then enjoy some free time at the beach by your hotel. Today you will be picked up from your hotel at 11h00 and then you will be taken to the Ferrari World Theme Park.

While at the park you can browse an impressive collection of top-of-the-range Ferraris at the on-site museum, and, if you are looking for an adrenaline rush then you could also go for a ride on the Formula Rossa which is one of the fastest roller coaster rides in the world.

After a very enjoyable day out, you will be driven back to your hotel where you will be spending the last night of your Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8: Your Dubai and Abu Dhabi Private Tour Ends and Final Departure

Today, at the appropriate time, you will check-out from your hotel, and then you will be driven to the airport in time for your flight out of the UAE. Your eight day Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour has now come to an end but you will be boarding your flight with plenty of lifelong memories.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Inclusions – What is Included in our Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour:

• Meet and greet service at Dubai International Airport
• English-speaking tour guide during the mentioned city tours
• Sightseeing tours will be private
• Accommodation for 5 nights in Dubai, including daily breakfast
• Accommodation for 2 nights in Abu Dhabi including daily breakfast
• Entrance fees for all attractions in the Dubai and Abu Dhabi Private Tour itinerary
• Private Abra boat ride across Dubai Creek
• Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner – Private vehicle
• Admission ticket for Burj Khalifa “At The Top” observation deck
• Classic “Dinner in the Sky” experience
• World Islands tour with ferry transfers
• Atlantis Aqua Venture and Lost Chambers day pass
• Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
• All taxes and government charges

Exclusions – What is not included in our Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour:

• Airline Tickets
• Dubai entry visa
• Tourism Dirham Fee (Approx $6 room per night)
• Extra meals, beverages tourists may request

Accommodation (Silver)

• Hilton Garden Inn Mall of Emirates
• Le Meridien Abu Dhabi

Accommodation (Gold)

• JW Marriot Marquis Hotel Dubai
• Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche

Accommodation (Diamond)

• Conrad Abu Dhabi
• Grand Hyatt Dubai

Prices for our 8-Day Dubai and Abu Dhabi private tour are quoted per person in US$ and are valid until the 30th of September 2025, except during the Christmas, New Year, Easter holidays, and certain other major events.