Emirates Fantasy Journey

2 cities | 11 attraction(s) | total distance 307 km

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This is a 9-day travel guide covering both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The itinerary includes city tours in Dubai, dune bashing adventures, visits to Palm Islands in Dubai, city tours in Abu Dhabi, desert exploration, Ferrari World theme park visits, among others. Visitors can experience the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa, go dune bashing in deserts, tour mosques and museums like Louvre Abu Dhabi while fully immersing themselves in the unique charm of both cities' cultures. The overall itinerary is well-organized with rich content suitable for travelers seeking a comprehensive understanding of these two cities.

Day1: Dubai

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Upon arriving in Dubai, take a taxi or airport transfer service to the hotel for check-in. Adjust to the time difference and enjoy free activities.

Dubai International Airport

Intercontinental hub for the UAE with purpose-built, jet airliner facility concourse.

Day2: Dubai

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During the city tour of Dubai, you can visit Burj Khalifa to admire the cityscape, explore Dubai Mall for shopping and entertainment, and watch the musical fountain show at Dubai Fountain in the evening.

Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa is one of the tallest buildings in the world, completed in 2010 at a cost of $1.5 billion. Originally named "Burj Dubai," it was renamed after Abu Dhabi and UAE's leader Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who helped Dubai with its debt crisis. The design was inspired by the desert flower spider lily, incorporating elements of traditional culture, engineering, and art. Designed by American architect Adrian Smith, the construction was carried out by China's Nantong Sixth Construction Group, while the curtain walls were contracted by three companies - Hong Kong's Far East, Shanghai's Lujin, and Shaanxi's Hengyuan. Burj Khalifa has 57 elevators and 8 escalators, including the world's fastest elevator made by Germany's ThyssenKrupp, which travels at a speed of 17.5 m/s. The tower also features the world's highest restaurant, At.mosphere, as well as the first Armani Hotel in the world. There are two observation decks, located on the 124th and 148th floors, providing stunning views of Dubai. More than 1,000 art pieces from around the world are exhibited in Burj Khalifa. To visit the observation deck, visitors need to obtain a physical ticket from the LG floor of Dubai Mall, and queue for two high-speed elevators. The most popular observation position faces Sheikh Zayed Road, providing a spectacular view of the sunset on clear days. In the evening, the Burj Khalifa light show offers a stunning visual feast for visitors.

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Dubai

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The Dubai Fountain

Every day there is a chance to enjoy the "Water Dance" in Dubai, one of the world's largest choreographed fountain systems located on the lake under the Burj Khalifa. This popular "sound and light" show overlooks the city, with water columns reaching up to 150 meters high and attracting thousands of visitors each time. The fountain performances feature colorful lights that perfectly synchronize with music, creating an exciting and awe-inspiring experience. Thousands of gallons of water are transformed into art, shining brightly from 30 kilometers away and bringing a unique charm to Dubai.

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Dubai desert adventures include thrilling dune bashing activities and a barbecue dinner. You can also visit an Arabian cultural village to learn about traditional culture.

Day4: Dubai

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Explore Dubai's Palm Islands, including Jumeirah Palm Island and Atlantis Hotel. Admire luxurious villas and beaches, visit spectacular architecture and aquariums, and indulge in Dubai's lavish experiences.

Palm Jumeirah

The Dubai government has built a series of artificial islands on the Arabian Gulf, among which Jumeirah Palm Island is the most luxurious. It is one of the largest land reclamation projects in the world, shaped like a palm tree trunk, and hailed as the "8th wonder of the world." In addition to countless exquisite and luxurious hotels and resorts, tourists can also board yachts or speedboats provided by private tourism companies to cruise on the sea, or take the Palm Island Light Rail to Atlantis Resort Hotel and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. This is a stunning landmark worth visiting.

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Atlantis, The Palm

Luxury resort offering a water park & an aquarium, plus a spa & multiple upscale restaurants.

Day5: Abu Dhabi

2 attraction(s) · 16 km

Tour Abu Dhabi's main attractions, including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Louvre Abu Dhabi. Experience the charm of ancient religious culture and world art.

Sheikh Zayed BinSultan Al Nahyan Mosque

Grand Mosque is a mosque in the United Arab Emirates, known as the third largest mosque in the world. The mosque can accommodate 9,000 worshipers at the same time, and both the exterior and interior are very luxurious. It was built for the first president of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed, and tourists and locals alike like to call it Grand Mosque.

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Louvre Abu Dhabi

The Louvre collaborated with us to exhibit a large number of art collections.

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In Abu Dhabi, you can explore Liwa Desert for desert camping and sandboarding while enjoying beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Additionally, visit Al Ain Oasis to learn about traditional farming and irrigation systems while tasting fresh fruits and vegetables.

Day7: Abu Dhabi

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During your Abu Dhabi city tour, visit Emirates Palace Hotel to admire its luxurious architecture and beach water park. You can also explore Abu Dhabi Heritage Village to learn about local history and culture.

Emirates palace

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Abu Dhabi

Day8: Abu Dhabi

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Head to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi theme park to experience thrilling roller coasters and racing games while exploring Ferrari's history and culture.

Ferrari World

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is located in a 200,000 square meter building project that resembles a flying saucer when viewed from above, with a red roof and the Ferrari logo. The theme park is almost a miniature version of Ferrari's headquarters, with displays of its cars throughout its history, racing cars, F1 garages, wind tunnel test labs, driving simulators, and race car assembly workshops. In addition, the park offers various entertainment facilities, including the most special of all, the extremely fast roller coaster with a top speed of up to 240 kilometers per hour, absolutely breathtaking.

Day9: Dubai

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This Dubai-Abu Dhabi itinerary includes: arrival in Dubai; visiting Burj Khalifa; touring Bukiladan Village; exploring Sharif Khalil Mosque; experiencing Safa treasure hunt; heading to Abu Dhabi for tours of Aiman Palace; exploring Emirates Palace; concluding with a delightful journey.