7 Day Dubai Vacation

$469 Land Only

$1639* Air & Land

Home : : May 2008 - December 2008

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Highlights Independent Package Includes Flights NYC-Dubai, Dubai-NYC. Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline fuel surcharges 5 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels All Transfers Breakfast daily Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Itinerary DAY 1, Friday - Depart the USA Depart the USA for the United Arab Emirates. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey DAY 2, Saturday- Arrive in Dubai Arrive and transfer to your hotel in Dubai. Balance of the day at leisure Overnight:Dubai DAY 3, Sunday - Dubai City Tour Enjoy the morning at leisure or visit the Jumeirah Mosque independently. In the afternoon, your Dubai city tour will begin, heading toward the Dubai World Trade Center, one of the tallest buildings in the Middle East. Then, proceed to the oldest part of the city, Bastakia, where old, wind-swept houses of wealthy merchants can be seen. In the same area, visit the Dubai Museum in the Al Fahidi Fort, which has survived for two centuries. Continue through the cloth markets until arriving at the abras, local water taxis that will ferry you across the Creek to the area of the spice and gold souks. Walk through the bustling alleys of these souks, with their tantalizing aromas and breathtaking amounts of dazzling gold. The jewelry on sale here varies from the traditional to the latest designs Overnight:Dubai Meals: Breakfast DAY 4, Monday- Dubai Enjoy the day at leisure to explore Dubai independently. The last decade has seen an explosion in Dubai's development, with the city now boasting some of the most luxurious hotels, restaurants, and tourist facilities in the world Optionals: Abu Dhabi Tour Overnight: Dubai Meals: Breakfast DAY 5, Tuesday - Dubai Enjoy another full day at leisure in a city with more to offer than almost anywhere else on Earth. If you can imagine it, you can do it in Dubai. From scenic boat rides to sporting events to the Wild Wadi water park, there are activities to suit every interest. Take a desert safari excursion, or go skiing at the indoor slopes at the Mall of the Emirates Optionals: East Coast Tour (AM); Dhow Dinner Cruise (PM) Overnight: Dubai Meals: Breakfast DAY 6, Wednesday - Dubai Enjoy your last full day in Dubai at leisure. Be sure not to miss a chance to see the Burj Dubai, the tallest building in the world, and for a complete contrast, see the Old Watch Tower in Bur Dubai, the city's old district. Discover firsthand how this is a place of opposites, extremes, and sheer wonder Optionals: Sharjah Tour Overnight: Dubai Meals: Breakfast DAY 7, Thursday - Depart for the USA Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast Optionals Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, and save money. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Abu-Dhabi Tour Day #4 01 Apr 2008 - 31 Dec 2008     $63 This tour takes you to the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, also known as the Arabian Jewel. En route, pass Jebel Ali Port, the largest man-made port in the world. Upon arrival, visit the Women's Handicraft Center, where you can admire the skill and dexterity of local women making traditional handicrafts. Continue to the city’s oldest building, Al Husn Palace, built in the 18th century. Drive along the Corniche to the Breakwater, from which you can enjoy a magnificent view of the city’s skyline. Lastly, visit the Dhow Yard, where wooden ships are still being built using the same simple tools that have been used for countless generations. Details to be advised locally. Dhow Dinner Cruise 8:00 PM Day #5 01 Apr 2008 - 31 Dec 2008     $63 Enjoy a chance to see the impressive, ultramodern skyline of Dubai from the Creek. Dhows have been the traditional ships of the Arab Emirates for many centuries and tonight you have the opportunity to board one of these vessels and dine at a sumptuous buffet with unlimited soft drinks while you quietly cruise by the landmarks of the city. Details to be advised locally. East Coast Tour 8:00 AM Day #5 01 Apr 2008 - 31 Dec 2008     $63 This full day tour exposes the variety of natural landscapes the United Arab Emirates has to offer. Depart Dubai city to the lush green agricultural area of Dhaid and then on to the Hajar mountains, offering a spectacular natural backdrop. Stop at a local market with examples of locally made pottery, fruits and carpets, among other goods. In Dibba, pass by a local fish market with its abundant and colorful catch of the day. Driving along the coast through small fishing villages, arrive at Al Badiyah mosque, the oldest mosque in the UAE. Then it is on to Khor Fakkan, a regional hot spot for diving and snorkeling, where there will be an opportunity to relax at the beach and have a refreshing swim. After a photo opportunity at Khor Fakkah souk, continue to Fujairah with a stop at the renovated Fort. Before returning to Dubai, enjoy a rest at the oasis of Bitnah, with time to wander the Friday Market in Masafi. Details to be advised locally. Sharjah Tour 8:00 AM Day #6 01 Apr 2008 - 31 Dec 2008     $41 This tour takes you to Sharjah, the “Pearl of the Gulf.” Visit of the renovated Fort of Sharjah, built in 1820, that once served as the residence of the ruling family. Continue to the Heritage Museum. A visit to Sharjah is not complete without a stroll in the souks, where you can bargain for jewelery, handicrafts, and carpets, among other specialty items. Visit the Souk Al Arsah and the Souk Al Markazai, the largest souk in Sharjah with 600 shops. Afterward, return to Dubai. Details to be advised locally. Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, and save money. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Rates & Hotels Click On A Date To Book Online * All Prices are in USD 2008 Air & Land May 30 2169 Jun 20; Jul 18 2099 Aug 8 1659 Sep 5 1699 Sep 19 1639 Oct 3 2039 Oct 31 1869 Nov 21 2099 Nov 28 1839 Dec 12 2039 *Not included: airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee, and optional tours (see Terms & Conditions). Dubai Hotel Upgrade: Upgrade is available at the Jumeirah Rotana Hotel in a Classic Suite for a supplement Hotel Plans Jumeirah Rotana Hotel - [details] Jumeirah Rotana   Dubai This first class hotel is located on the fashionable Al Diyafah Street near to many attractions. [more] Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers - [details] Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel and Towers   Dubai This deluxe class hotel overlooks Dubai Creek near to main commercial district in city center. [more] Package Date: Select Date   Include Flight? 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Gate 1 Travel Airfare - These are Gate 1 Travel fares which allow you to book your trip while paying a minimal deposit at time of booking. Instant Purchase/Published Airfare - These are fares that airlines have published which require payment in full at time of purchase. In some cases, these fares may be displayed as Gate 1 Airfare with Instant Purchase Requirement. To find the lowest available airfare, select [ANY] and you will get results for both kinds of airfare. Each of these fare types has its own set of restrictions which cover changes, cancellations, fuel surcharges, etc. Please refer to our terms and conditions for full details. Airfare Type [Any] Gate 1 Travel Airfare Only Published Airfare Only We are unable to reserve airline seats for you until 11 months prior to your date of travel. Until then, we offer a choice of airfares from major US cities which you may select for your reservation. Your final flight details, airfare, airport taxes and fees will be advised 11 months prior to travel. Airfares are subject to change. Air reservations may be completed no more than 11 months prior to the date of travel. For travel more than 11 months prior, please call Gate 1 at (800) 682-3333. Itinerary First Destination Check-In:       How many nights in Dubai, United Arab Emirates? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9   Night(s) Return Date: PLEASE NOTE: When selecting the Flexible Package option, your new itinerary will include flights and hotel accommodations only. Additional required services should be booked separately including transfers, rail transportation between cities and sightseeing options. The final package price will differ from the above advertised prices. Accommodations Select Number of Rooms   1 2 3 4 Room 1 # of Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 # of Children -- 1 2 3 First Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Second Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Third Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9