9 Days in Dubai: A Journey of Adventure and Luxury

Karan Kumar ATR 208

17 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure in Dubai, where ancient marvels meet modern luxury. Explore vibrant souks, indulge in exquisite cuisine, and experience heart-pounding activities. From iconic landmarks like Burj Khalifa to hidden gems like Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, this itinerary will leave you spellbound.

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Viator

Day 1Culinary Delights and Underwater Wonders

$202

$ 15

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

17 - 26 min

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Huge shopping mall with international department stores, a ski centre and a multi-screen cinema.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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The legendary Nobu continues to redefine Japanese cuisine at Atlantis. Nobu offers an exquisite dining experience in a stunning atmosphere.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$24

13 - 20 min

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Atlantis-themed aquarium with underwater halls & tunnels housing marine life, plus feeding sessions.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$62

39 - 47 min

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Playful Hollywood-themed park featuring rides & live entertainment, along with dining & shopping.

4:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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$86

1 - 2 min

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9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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$16

Day 2Retail Therapy and Snowy Adventures

$215

$ 15

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

16 - 23 min

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Mall with lifestyle/department stores, restaurants and a multiscreen cinema in travel-themed zones.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

17 - 21 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$12

9 - 14 min

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Indoor ski center with a mountain motif & snow for year-round skiing & snowboarding.

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$74

17 - 21 min

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Ramadan Majlis on the beach of Mina A'Salam. Only during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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$10

7 - 10 min

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Aquatic roller coasters & surfing wave machine in outdoor water park with pools, slides & tunnels.

8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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$74

Day 3Arabian Flavors and Aquatic Thrills

$265

$ 15

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Arabian Tea House Restaurant & Cafe (بيت الشاي العربي)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

11 - 16 min

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Bazaar in traditional Middle Eastern style with stalls & restaurants under wooden covered arcade.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

21 - 26 min

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11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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8 - 12 min

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Vast water park with zip lines, slides through shark-filled lagoons & a splash area for kids.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$100

46 - 56 min

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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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$16

5 - 8 min

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Theme park with Lego-inspired rides for kids, plus a factory tour, pedal boats & light show.

7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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$100

Day 4Gastronomic Journey and Botanical Beauty

$270

$ 18

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Authentic Italian Restaurant, Wood Oven from Italy, Pizza by the meter 1.5 Meter Long

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

11 - 16 min

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Skydiving center offering tandem parachuting along with photos & video, plus gyrocopter tours.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$124

17 - 21 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$14

6 - 9 min

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Upmarket resort complex with hotels, a modern souk, restaurants & bars, plus a private beach.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$50

19 - 23 min

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The Ribbon Mall, Dubai Motor City

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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$18

6 - 8 min

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Vibrant garden with floral creations such as a life-size airplane, topiary animals & a heart tunnel.

7:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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$52

Day 5Cultural Immersion and Spectacular Performances

$308

$ 11

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

7 - 10 min

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Massive fountain with displays of water jets reaching 140 m, set to a music & light show.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$24

10 - 15 min

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Spired 828-metre skyscraper with a viewing deck, a restaurant, a hotel and offices.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$94

11 - 16 min

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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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3 - 4 min

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Classic musical theater, dance & live concerts staged in a futuristic venue with a restaurant.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$75

8 - 10 min

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Cafes and restaurants in an outdoor retail complex with a tree-lined esplanade and central fountain.

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$28

4 - 5 min

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Tropical rainforest within a bio-dome sheltering colorful birds, reptiles & sloths, plus a cafe.

10:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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$50

Day 6Japanese Cuisine and Park Hopping

$237

$ 18

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Dubai's first Japanese bakery. Freshly baked breads, doughnuts, croissants, pastries, cakes, Japanese buns and sandwiches. All our delicacies are baked on site using the finest selection of Japanese flour.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

18 - 27 min

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Green, public space with sports pitches, playgrounds, prayer rooms & a boating lake.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

14 - 17 min

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Scenic, 117-acre park featuring a flea market, a landmark shaped like a giant picture frame & more.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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La Tablita is vibrant Mexican restaurant located in hotel Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. The restaurant offers casual dining experience serving lunch and dinner. The Mexican restaurant also has a bar on the side where you can experience tequila served by certified Master Tequilier.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

4 - 6 min

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Sizable indoor destination with dolphin & seal shows, interactive experiences & an Asian restaurant.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$50

14 - 17 min

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Winter sports indoor attraction for families using real ice, plus coaching & classes.

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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$36

7 - 10 min

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Gourmet Popcorn Since 1949 Garrett Popcorn is handmade daily in old-fashioned copper kettles using only the highest-quality ingredients. Located at Candylicious, oppostie the aquarium at Dubai Mall

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$24

1 - 2 min

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Marine animal encounters & feedings, plus an underwater tunnel under a huge tank with sharks & rays.

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

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$62

Day 7Shopping Extravaganza and Cultural Exploration

$160

$ 22

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

1 - 2 min

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Huge shopping and leisure centre, with department stores, plus an ice rink, aquarium and a cinema.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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Krispy Kreme is an international retailer of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed doughnut.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$32

4 - 6 min

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Monumental mosque inspired by Istanbul's Ottoman-era Blue Mosque, with tours for non-Muslims.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

15 - 18 min

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Educational aquarium spread over 2 floors with 20 separate tanks & nearly 100 different species.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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$25

24 - 29 min

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Arabian Tea House Cafe (كافية بيت الشاي العربي)

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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$28

4 - 5 min

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18th-century fort housing a museum with multimedia exhibits on local history & cultural heritage.

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$13

19 - 23 min

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10:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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$36

Day 8Chic Cafes and Architectural Marvels

$186

$ 25

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

3 - 4 min

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Landmark mosque with guided tours offered to non-Muslims to promote cultural understanding.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

15 - 18 min

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Area of traditional-style buildings in typical materials housing arts & cultural exhibits & museums.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Unique, 150-m-tall building resembling a picture frame, with historic displays & panoramic views.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$50

7 - 9 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$18

5 - 6 min

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Elaborate, whimsical flower & animal displays constructed out of handmade colourful lights.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$36

7 - 9 min

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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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$20

5 - 8 min

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Upscale hotel with private beach access & stylish restaurants, plus a luxe spa & an outdoor pool.

7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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$25

Day 9Wildlife Encounters and Sweet Farewells

$181

$ 22

Dubai Arch Tower

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

7 - 9 min

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Ten climate-controlled domes housing over 50 different types of butterfly at this family attraction.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$24

19 - 23 min

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Shakespeare and Co. Cafe Restaurant, Patisserie, Catering and Chocolates feature chic-Victorian decor, an eclectic menu and all day dining.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$16

18 - 22 min

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Large indoor amusement park offering rides, eateries & shows with Cartoon Network & Marvel themes.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$86

44 - 53 min

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Lakeside park with cafés, restaurants & a splash park, plus musical fountain displays at night.

5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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$25

1 - 2 min

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9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $2180 In total

Activities & Food:$2024

Transport:$156