21Nov2026
21 – 26 Nov 2026
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Dubai and Abu Dhabi in 6 Days
Skyscrapers, desert and great mosques: a trip for the whole family
Code ITH-AE-01
- Duration6 days · 5 nights
- DestinationsUnited Arab Emirates
- Group with a Greek-speaking tour leader10–20 people
- LevelEasy
- Tour leaderGreek · English
- FlightsIncluded
- Minimum ageFrom age 3
Overview
Dubai and Abu Dhabi have changed within a few decades, and this trip shows you both sides: the old town with its creek, dhows and souks, and the new one with the Burj Khalifa, the Marina and the palm-shaped artificial island. The programme has no demanding stages, so it suits families with children, couples and groups of friends.
A safari over golden dunes at sunset, followed by an evening in the desert, is the liveliest moment of the trip. In Abu Dhabi the Grand Mosque with its white domes and the Louvre await you, while the free hours leave room for the beach, the pool and shopping.
Highlights
- Burj Khalifa: a view over the city and the Dubai Fountain at night
- Old Dubai: the Creek with abras and dhows, and souks of spices and gold
- Palm Jumeirah and the Marina: the palm-shaped island and the skyscrapers
- A 4x4 safari over golden dunes and a barbecue dinner in the desert
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: white domes and mirroring pools
- The Louvre Abu Dhabi, beneath the dome that filters the light
- The Abu Dhabi Corniche: a seafront walk and a beach
- A gentle pace for families and couples, with a Greek coordinator
Accommodation
3 nights in Dubai and 2 in Abu Dhabi, in 4★ hotels
- Dubai: 4★ hotel in the centre or at the Marina (3 nights, days 1 to 3)
- Abu Dhabi: 4★ hotel near the Corniche (2 nights, days 4 and 5)
Meals
Breakfast from day 2, 2 lunches and 3 dinners (see programme)
Transport
Scheduled flights from Athens, private coach and 4x4s in the desert
Itinerary
6 days, stop by stop. Open a day to see what is planned: the map shows where you will be.
Day1 Arrival in DubaiAthens → Dubai
A flight from Athens to Dubai and a transfer to the hotel. In the evening, if the arrival time allows, your coordinator takes you to the lake beneath the Burj Khalifa, where the fountains dance to music and light in front of a skyscraper more than 800 metres tall. Welcome dinner.
- Flight
- Dinner
Day2 Old Dubai and the Burj KhalifaOld Dubai · Creek · Burj Khalifa
In the morning, old Dubai: historic lanes with wind towers, and a crossing of the Creek by traditional abra, past wooden dhows loaded with goods. A wander through the souks, among spices and gold. In the afternoon we go up the Burj Khalifa for a view of the city at sunset. Dinner is free.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Lunch
Day3 Palm Jumeirah and a desert safariPalm Jumeirah · Marina · Desert
In the morning we cross Palm Jumeirah, the artificial island shaped like a palm tree, with views of the skyline, and walk along the Marina promenade among the yachts. Midday is free. In the afternoon a 4x4 safari takes us over the golden dunes at sunset, followed by a barbecue dinner at a desert camp.
- 4x4 vehicle
- Breakfast · Dinner
Day4 Abu Dhabi and the Grand MosqueDubai → Abu Dhabi
A drive of about an hour and a half to Abu Dhabi. We visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, with its white domes, columns inlaid with floral motifs and pools that mirror the building, observing the dress code. In the afternoon a stroll along the Corniche, the seafront promenade with its beach, and an overnight stay in Abu Dhabi.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Lunch
Day5 The Louvre Abu DhabiAbu Dhabi · Saadiyat
The morning is spent at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, on Saadiyat Island: a museum beneath a vast perforated dome that filters the light like a «rain of light», with works from many civilisations. The afternoon is free for the beach or a walk on the Corniche. Farewell dinner.
- Coach
- Breakfast · Dinner
Day6 Departure for AthensAbu Dhabi → Dubai → Athens
Breakfast and a coach transfer to Dubai airport, about an hour and a half by road, depending on the flight time. The flight home to Athens carries the images of a trip between dunes, mosques and skyscrapers.
- Flight
- Breakfast
Dates and prices
Prices are per person in a double room. Choose your departure and book online in just a few minutes.
5Dec2026
5 – 10 Dec 2026
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19Dec2026
19 – 24 Dec 2026
from€1,670
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9Jan2027
9 – 14 Jan 2027
−12% off
23Jan2027
23 – 28 Jan 2027
from€1,600
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6Feb2027
6 – 11 Feb 2027
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20Feb2027
20 – 25 Feb 2027
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6Mar2027
6 – 11 Mar 2027
from€1,460
20 seats available
20Mar2027
20 – 25 Mar 2027
Guaranteed departure−15% off
3Apr2027
3 – 8 Apr 2027
from€1,390
20 seats available
24Oct2027
24 – 29 Oct 2027
from€1,390
20 seats available
7Nov2027
7 – 12 Nov 2027
from€1,390
20 seats available
21Nov2027
21 – 26 Nov 2027
from€1,460
20 seats available
5Dec2027
5 – 10 Dec 2027
−13% off
19Dec2027
19 – 24 Dec 2027
from€1,670
20 seats available
9Jan2028
9 – 14 Jan 2028
from€1,600
20 seats available
- Single room: supplement of €280
- Children aged 2 to 11: 80% of the adult price
- Infants under 2: €250
What is included
Included in the price
- Scheduled flights Athens – Dubai – Athens, airport taxes included
- 5 nights in 4★ hotels: 3 in Dubai and 2 in Abu Dhabi
- Breakfast from day 2, 2 lunches and 3 dinners as stated in the programme
- All touring and airport transfers in a private air-conditioned coach
- Burj Khalifa observation deck (entrance included)
- 4x4 desert safari and dinner at the camp
- Entrance to the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the abra crossing of the Creek
- Greek coordinator and a local guide at the main sights
- Organisation by the agency, with insolvency protection (EU Directive 2015/2302)
Not included
- Meals not listed in the programme, and drinks
- Optional activities, such as theme parks, and shopping
- Local hotel tourist tax, where applicable
- Travel and cancellation insurance (recommended)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Single-room supplement
- Anything not listed under «Included»
Optional extras
- Basic travel insuranceCover for medical expenses, assistance and baggage during the trip, calculated as a percentage of the total…
- Travel insurance with cancellation coverIncludes the basic cover plus a refund of cancellation costs, with broader cancellation reasons, within the…
- Private transfer to and from Athens airportA private car with driver from your address in Athens to the airport and back, so that your trip starts and…
- Extra night before or after the tripOne or more nights in a 4★ hotel with breakfast, in Athens before departure or at the last destination after…
- Departure from ThessalonikiFor travellers in northern Greece: a connecting flight from and to Thessaloniki, so you can join the group…
- Optional excursions packageAn amount per person for the optional excursions your coordinator suggests during the trip, such as a scenic…
- Visa and e-visa assistanceWe complete and submit your visa or electronic travel authorisation application where one is required.…
- Extra checked bagOne additional suitcase in the hold, up to the weight the airline allows (usually 20–23 kg), outward and…
- Farewell gala dinnerA multi-course dinner with local wines and a toast, in a special venue in the final city chosen by your…
Useful information
Documents and visas
A passport valid for at least 6 months after your return is normally required, and children need their own passport. Entry requirements depend on nationality and may change: we will send you up-to-date guidance after booking and help with any e-visa.
Best time to go
Departures run from October to April, when the days are warm but pleasant (about 24 to 35 °C) and the evenings cool. In summer temperatures climb past 40 °C and we do not run the trip. Air-conditioned venues can feel cold, so bring a light layer.
Physical fitness
A gentle pace (difficulty 1 out of 5): distances are covered by coach and walks are short and on level ground, with plenty of stops. The safari day includes some hours in the heat; if you have back problems or are pregnant, ask your doctor about the dune drive. There is plenty of free time.
What to pack
Light, breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and sun cream, and a light layer for air-conditioned places and the evenings. For the Grand Mosque you need clothes covering shoulders, knees and, for women, hair. Closed shoes for the dunes and swimwear for the pool or the beach.
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FAQ
Is the trip suitable for children?
Yes: touring is by air-conditioned coach, walks are short and the programme leaves free time for the pool and the beach. We recommend the trip from age 3 and there is a reduced price for children up to 11. The desert safari suits older children best; for younger ones, ask the coordinator.
What should we wear for the Grand Mosque?
You need clothes that cover shoulders, arms and legs, not transparent or tight, and women also cover their hair with a scarf. We enter prayer areas without shoes. Bring light long trousers and a scarf: that way you will not overheat and you will respect the rules of the site.
What is the desert safari like? Is it safe for everyone?
We set off in the afternoon in 4x4s with experienced drivers: the drive over the dunes has some bumpier stretches, photo stops at sunset and a barbecue dinner at the camp. If you have back problems, get car-sick or are pregnant, tell us and the coordinator will advise you.
Why do departures run only from October to April?
From May to September temperatures often pass 40 °C and the humidity makes outdoor visits tiring. From October to April the days are warm but pleasant and the evenings cool: it is the most suitable season for the safari and for walks beside the sea.
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