8-Day Middle East Journey: Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Cairo

Dubai doesn’t ease you in, It makes an entrance! Today you arrive in Dubai, and transfer will take you to your hotel to check in and get settled. After a long journey, take some time to refresh, relax, and ease into your surroundings. Once you’re ready, head out to explore Downtown Dubai, where striking skyscrapers, lively streets, and a...

Dubai doesn’t ease you in, It makes an entrance! Today you arrive in Dubai, and transfer will take you to your hotel to check in and get settled. After a long journey, take some time to refresh, relax, and ease into your surroundings. Once you’re ready, head out to explore Downtown Dubai, where striking skyscrapers, lively streets, and a nonstop buzz set the tone. Don’t miss the Dubai Fountain show, a stunning mix of water, music, and light that brings the area to life.

For dinner, we recommend to choose a restaurant with views of the Burj Khalifa and enjoy local or international cuisine while taking in the illuminated skyline! It’s a relaxed yet impressive introduction to Dubai and the perfect way to begin your journey.

This is the side of Dubai most people never expect. In the morning, join your included Dubai Aladdin Tour and step into the city’s roots, starting in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood. Walk its narrow lanes and wind-tower houses, then visit the Dubai Museum inside Al Fahidi Fort to see how a modest trading port became a global city. Follow...

This is the side of Dubai most people never expect. In the morning, join your included Dubai Aladdin Tour and step into the city’s roots, starting in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood. Walk its narrow lanes and wind-tower houses, then visit the Dubai Museum inside Al Fahidi Fort to see how a modest trading port became a global city. Follow Dubai Creek through the Al Seef Heritage District, where old-world character and modern life sit side by side. Cross the water on a traditional abra, then dive into the Spice and Gold Souks, sampling local bites, taking in the colors, and learning how bargaining is really done!

The afternoon is yours to slow things down. Head back to the hotel, relax, or wander nearby cafés and streets at your own pace. In the evening, enjoy dinner at an authentic Emirati restaurant by the Creek, where traditional flavors, calm waters, and soft evening light give you a completely different feel for Dubai.

Today you will spend the day exploring Dubai at your own pace! In the morning, you can visit Jumeirah Beach or head to Atlantis The Palm to enjoy the water park and attractions there. In the afternoon, you can take the Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with live music and drinks, or visit the Sky Views Observatory for panoramic city views. Later in the...

Today you will spend the day exploring Dubai at your own pace! In the morning, you can visit Jumeirah Beach or head to Atlantis The Palm to enjoy the water park and attractions there. In the afternoon, you can take the Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with live music and drinks, or visit the Sky Views Observatory for panoramic city views. Later in the evening, you can explore La Mer Beach or Global Village, enjoying local dining, shopping, and the lively atmosphere. Throughout the day, you are free to add any optional activity you wish, giving you the flexibility to tailor your experience and make the most of your time in the city!

The day starts slow and ends big! Enjoy a relaxed morning, whether that means staying in and taking it easy or heading to Dubai Mall to wander through striking architecture, designer shops, and cafés for a casual coffee or bite. Take your time now, because the afternoon shifts gears fast.

Later, head out for your included Red Dunes desert...

The day starts slow and ends big! Enjoy a relaxed morning, whether that means staying in and taking it easy or heading to Dubai Mall to wander through striking architecture, designer shops, and cafés for a casual coffee or bite. Take your time now, because the afternoon shifts gears fast.

Later, head out for your included Red Dunes desert experience at Al Khayma Camp. Ride across the red-orange sands of the Lahbab desert on a guided 60-minute ATV adventure, with time for sandboarding and photo stops along the way. Follow it up with a camel ride and a sunset pause that shows the desert at its most dramatic. At Al Khayma Camp, step into Bedouin hospitality with Arabic coffee, sweets, dates, henna art, falcon photos, and shisha.

As night falls, sit down to a gourmet barbecue dinner paired with traditional performances and a fire show. Before returning to the city, look up for a stargazing session under clear desert skies. It’s a full-sensory desert experience that delivers adventure, culture, and a memorable finish all in one night.

Today takes you beyond Dubai and straight into the heart of the UAE’s capital! In the morning, join your included Dubai to Abu Dhabi experience, traveling along the coast as your guide shares insight into the region’s culture, leadership, and rapid rise. Your first stop is the breathtaking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, where marble courtyards,...

Today takes you beyond Dubai and straight into the heart of the UAE’s capital! In the morning, join your included Dubai to Abu Dhabi experience, traveling along the coast as your guide shares insight into the region’s culture, leadership, and rapid rise. Your first stop is the breathtaking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, where marble courtyards, vast prayer halls, and reflective pools create one of the most striking landmarks in the Middle East. Take time to explore and understand its significance before continuing on.

Next, make a photo stop at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, where its iconic dome and waterfront setting offer a powerful contrast of modern design and tradition. The journey continues to Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential Palace, where grand halls, intricate details, and cultural exhibits reveal the story of the nation from the inside out. From there, head to the Etihad Towers and rise to the observation deck for panoramic views over Abu Dhabi, the coastline, and the Emirates Palace below. A lunch break at the mosque complex gives you time to recharge before the afternoon continues.

By evening, return to Dubai and slow things down with a relaxed dinner overlooking the skyline. After a full day of iconic sights and powerful architecture, it’s the perfect way to wind down and reflect on everything you’ve seen. We recommend to take the rest of the night to relax, tomorrow is a big day when you fly to Cairo!

Egypt welcomes you in a completely different way! In the morning, fly from Dubai to Cairo and transfer from the airport to your hotel, where you can check in, settle into your room, and recharge after the flight. As evening approaches, enjoy dinner with views of the Nile River, tasting local cuisine as the city moves around you. You can also take...

Egypt welcomes you in a completely different way! In the morning, fly from Dubai to Cairo and transfer from the airport to your hotel, where you can check in, settle into your room, and recharge after the flight. As evening approaches, enjoy dinner with views of the Nile River, tasting local cuisine as the city moves around you. You can also take a relaxed walk through Zamalek, Cairo’s riverside district, known for its cafés, shops, and laid-back atmosphere. It’s a smooth, memorable first look at the city.

Today you will be taken to one of the most visited places here in Cairo! In the morning, meet your Egyptologist guide at your hotel and set out on a full-day private tour of Cairo’s most iconic sights. Begin at the Pyramids of Giza, standing before the massive pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus while learning how these ancient wonders...

Today you will be taken to one of the most visited places here in Cairo! In the morning, meet your Egyptologist guide at your hotel and set out on a full-day private tour of Cairo’s most iconic sights. Begin at the Pyramids of Giza, standing before the massive pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus while learning how these ancient wonders were built. Take a camel ride around the plateau, stop for photos beside the Great Sphinx, and hear the stories that shaped ancient Egypt.

After an included lunch, continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where vast galleries showcase statues, jewelry, and the complete treasures of Tutankhamun’s tomb. With the pyramids visible in the distance, your guide brings the exhibits to life with insight and context. Later in the afternoon, visit the bustling Khan el Khalili bazaar to browse fabrics, handicrafts, and antiques while taking in the energy of Cairo’s most famous market.

As evening arrives, enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner at a local restaurant or take a peaceful walk along the Nile, watching the city lights reflect across the water. It’s a full, unforgettable day that connects you directly to Egypt’s past and present.

This is not goodbye forever, this is a see you later! In the morning, you’ll take a transfer to the airport for your flight home. As the journey comes to an end, take a moment to reflect on the incredible places, cultures, and moments you experienced along the way. You’ll depart with lasting memories and a deeper connection to everything you...

This is not goodbye forever, this is a see you later! In the morning, you’ll take a transfer to the airport for your flight home. As the journey comes to an end, take a moment to reflect on the incredible places, cultures, and moments you experienced along the way. You’ll depart with lasting memories and a deeper connection to everything you explored.