8-Day Tour of Dubai and Abu Dhabi

You’ll explore the shores of the Persian Gulf, splitting your time between the two biggest metropolises in the United Arab Emirates: Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Guided tours acquaint you with each city, but you’ll also have free time and the opportunity to take side trips. This tour includes:

• Round-trip airfare from NYC
• 4 nights of standard accommodations at the five-star Crowne Plaza Dubai-Deira
• 2 nights of standard accommodations at the four-star Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi
• Airline taxes and fuel surcharges
• Dubai tourism fee
• Hotel porterage
• All transfers
• Eight meals: six breakfasts and two dinners
• Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motorcoach
• Services of English-speaking tour manager per itinerary
• Entrance fees per itinerary
• Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

Days 1–6: Flight and Dubai

After an overnight flight, you’ll explore Dubai’s striking contrasts on the banks of Dubai Creek. Tour the narrow aisles of gold souks and fragrant spice markets and visit the modern Dubai World Trade Centre on day 3. On day 5, you’ll check out a camel market and the national museum in the city of Al Ain, which served as an oasis for ancient caravans that journeyed across the desert.

• World’s tallest building: Burj Khalifa stretches more than 2,700 feet skyward. Its views extend from the desert to the ocean.
• The Lost Chambers Aquarium is inhabited by 65,000 creatures, including guitarfish and sharks.
• Hili Gardens: One of Al Ain’s better-known public parks, it’s also the site where archaeologists unearthed remnants of a Bronze Age civilization.
• Dubai Museum occupies an 18th-century fort and boasts life-size dioramas of sites in the city and maps that predate Dubai’s oil boom.
• Optional tour: Ride along sand dunes in a four-by-four and see belly dancers perform ($75/person; day 4).

Days 6–8: Abu Dhabi and Departure

Travel southwest along the coast on the afternoon of day 6 to reach the UAE’s capital city, Abu Dhabi. A city tour spotlights famous landmarks, including the Corniche. This swath of beachfront ends at the Breakwater, which affords scenic views of the city.

• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Topped with 80 marble towers and four minarets, it has an interior with gemstones and gilded chandeliers. At night, blue lights illuminate its white façade.
• Heritage Village depicts Bedouin life with traditional goat-hair tents, re-created souks, and historical pearl-diving equipment.
• Optional tours: Take a half-day morning tour of Sharjah ($39/person; day 6) or visit the Falcon Hospital, an aviary dedicated to nurturing the injured birds back to health ($60/person; day 7).

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal?
Airfare is available from the New York City metro area. The departure airport (JFK, EWR or LGA) will be advised at the time of booked based on availability. The supplemental fee to depart from a city that isn’t included is subject to departure date and availability at the time of booking.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal?
Yes, you may extend your trip for a supplemental fee at the time of booking. Please call Gate 1 Travel for more information.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available?
The dates available are listed on each option.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available?
You can either choose another date or be refunded by Groupon. We suggest calling Gate 1 Travel to redeem your vouchers as soon as possible so that you do not run into this problem.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room?
Yes, each person traveling (including children) needs to purchase a voucher. Your child may stay in your room; however, there are limits as to how many people per room.

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