9 Days in Dubai: A Journey of Luxury and Adventure

shashank kumar

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure in Dubai, where luxury meets adventure. Explore iconic landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, get up close with marine life at Dubai Aquarium, and indulge in delicious cuisine at Cipriani Dolci. Discover hidden gems like Sharjah Classic Cars Museum and Black Palace Beach. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the city of dreams!

Trip to Dubai

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Viator

Day 1Iconic Landmarks and Underwater Wonders

$210

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$94

9 - 14 min

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

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$24

14 - 21 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$62

2 - 3 min

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

2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 2Gardens, Art, and Classic Cars

$182

$ 18

The Ribbon Mall, Dubai Motor City

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

6 - 8 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$52

30 - 36 min

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$50

11 - 14 min

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Rotating exhibitions of emerging & established artists, plus lectures & a landscaped garden.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$25

36 - 44 min

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Museum showcasing more than 100 cars, motorcycles & bikes, with the earliest model dating from 1917.

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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$25

7 - 9 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$10

Day 3Authentic Flavors and Thrilling Adventures

$183

$ 11

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.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

5 - 8 min

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Science-based learning center with galleries & exhibits, a planetarium, a theater & a nature center.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

27 - 33 min

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

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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$86

23 - 28 min

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Jumeirah Golf Estates Golf & Country Club

Clubhouse at a golf complex featuring 2 distinct courses, plus a ballroom & a sports bar.

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$38

11 - 14 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$16

Day 4Art, Culture, and Illuminated Gardens

$150

$ 15

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

4 - 6 min

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Well-known hub of the contemporary arts scene boasting an evolving collection of galleries.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

17 - 21 min

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Artificial canal featuring waterside hiking & biking trails with benches, a shopping mall & bridges.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$12

21 - 26 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$36

16 - 20 min

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Grand, 19th-century home of a former ruler of Dubai, now a museum displaying historic memorabilia.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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$25

46 - 56 min

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Single Origin Specialty Coffee

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

4 - 6 min

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Modern 3-story museum featuring stylish galleries with more than 500 pieces by Arab artists.

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$24

Day 5Shopping, Marine Life, and Smurfy Delights

$194

$ 8

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

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

26 - 32 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 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.

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$86

1 - 2 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$28

Day 6Juices, Skiing, and Beach Bliss

$152

$ 8

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

5 - 8 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$74

19 - 23 min

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Quiet stretch of white sand & calm water overlooking the Burj Al Arab & other iconic skyscrapers.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$13

15 - 18 min

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

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$25

16 - 23 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$24

Day 7Water Parks and Islamic Heritage

$241

$ 8

The Starbucks Experience is more than a cup of coffee. From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated the rich tradition of coffee, but that also brought a feeling of community, a comfortable third place away from the demands of work and home.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

4 - 5 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$100

26 - 32 min

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

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$74

78 - 94 min

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Exhibits detailing Islamic civilisation, from religious artworks to scientific discoveries.

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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$25

10 - 15 min

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Single Origin Specialty Coffee

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 8Lego Fun, Dolphins, and Historic Treasures

$232

$ 8

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

4 - 5 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$100

42 - 51 min

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Palm-fringed lagoon with supervised dolphin encounters, such as touching them & swimming with them.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$75

52 - 63 min

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This mosque accommodates 1200 worshippers & allows non-Muslim visitors in the minaret only.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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Cozy space exploring roasting & brewing styles from around the world, plus displays of antiques.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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Arabian Tea House Cafe (كافية بيت الشاي العربي)

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$20

Day 9Aquariums, Perfumes, and Cultural Marvels

$179

$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

7 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

27 - 33 min

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Strip of stores specializing in popular scents & mix-your-own fragrances in tiny glass containers.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

15 - 22 min

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Small, family-friendly museum with various optical illusions, brain teasers & hands-on puzzles.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$36

6 - 9 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 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.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$50

14 - 21 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $1803 In total

Activities & Food:$1721

Transport:$82