Dubai City Lights & Desert Nights

The Burj Khalifa at sunset, a desert camp under the stars and a marina dhow cruise — Dubai at a family-friendly pace.

  • 4 Nights · 5 Days
  • Family
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Burj Khalifa and the Downtown Dubai skyline glittering at nightYachts and illuminated towers along Dubai Marina at nightThe sun setting over rolling red dunes in the Dubai desertWind-rippled dunes stretching to the horizon outside Dubai

Overview

About this journey

Dubai is one of the easiest international holidays for families: a short flight from India, superb hotels and an endless supply of things to do. This itinerary balances the city’s icons with time to rest, scheduling sightseeing in the cooler mornings and evenings.

You will watch the city from the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa, ride across the creek on a wooden abra, spend an evening in the desert with dune drives and a barbecue dinner, and cruise the marina by dhow. There is a free day for a theme park or the beach.

Highlights

  • Burj Khalifa ‘At the Top’ at sunset
  • Desert safari with dune drive, camel ride and barbecue dinner
  • Dhow dinner cruise along Dubai Marina
  • Abra ride across Dubai Creek and the spice and gold souks
  • Dubai Frame and the Museum of the Future
  • Free day for a theme park or the beach

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day 1Arrive in Dubai

    Your driver meets you at Dubai International Airport for the private transfer to your hotel in Business Bay. In the evening, stroll to the Dubai Fountain to watch the water dance beneath the Burj Khalifa.

    • Overnight Dubai
  2. Day 2Old Dubai & Burj Khalifa

    A morning tour of old Dubai: the lanes of Al Fahidi, an abra ride across the creek and the spice and gold souks. Return to rest before heading to the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa in the late afternoon to watch the city turn gold, then blue.

    • Meals Breakfast
    • Overnight Dubai
  3. Day 3Desert safari

    A free morning by the pool. In the afternoon, a 4×4 takes you into the red dunes for a thrilling drive, sand-boarding and camel rides. As the sun sets, settle into a Bedouin-style camp for a barbecue dinner with live entertainment.

    • Meals Breakfast, Dinner
    • Overnight Dubai
  4. Day 4Free day & marina dhow cruise

    Spend the day as you like — a theme park, Atlantis Aquaventure, the Dubai Aquarium or the beach at Jumeirah. In the evening, board a traditional dhow for a dinner cruise past the illuminated towers of Dubai Marina.

    • Meals Breakfast, Dinner
    • Overnight Dubai
  5. Day 5Departure

    Time for last-minute shopping before your private transfer to the airport.

    • Meals Breakfast

Stay & travel

Where you’ll stay

  • 4 nights

    Dubai

    Taj Dubai

    Category
    5★
    Room
    Luxury Room, Burj Khalifa view

Hotels are subject to availability; a similar property of the same category may be offered.

Sightseeing

  • Half-day Dubai city tour: Al Fahidi, Dubai Creek, souks and Jumeirah Mosque (photo stop)
  • Burj Khalifa At the Top, levels 124–125 (non-prime time)
  • Evening desert safari with dune drive and barbecue dinner
  • Dhow dinner cruise at Dubai Marina

Transfers

  • Return airport transfers by private car
  • All sightseeing transfers on a shared basis

What’s included

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

  • 4 nights in the hotel listed or similar
  • Daily breakfast
  • UAE tourist visa (30 days)
  • Half-day Dubai city tour
  • Burj Khalifa At the Top tickets
  • Evening desert safari with barbecue dinner
  • Marina dhow cruise with dinner
  • Return private airport transfers
  • Tourism Dirham fee

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners not mentioned
  • Theme park tickets (can be added)
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • GST and TCS

Before you go

Important information

  • Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
  • Standard hotel check-in is 14:00–15:00 and check-out 11:00–12:00; early check-in is on request.
  • Carry a credit card for hotel incidentals; some hotels hold a security deposit.
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all international trips.
Terms & conditions
  1. A booking is confirmed only after the advance payment and our written confirmation.
  2. Prices are per person on twin/double sharing unless stated otherwise, and are indicative and subject to availability and date of travel.
  3. GST and TCS apply as per Government of India rules and are charged in addition to the package price.
  4. Rates are not valid during peak periods such as Christmas, New Year and local festivals unless confirmed in writing.
  5. Hotels are subject to availability; a similar property of the same category may be offered.
  6. Cancellation charges apply as per our Cancellation & Refund Policy and supplier terms.
  7. Visa approval is at the sole discretion of the embassy; visa fees are non-refundable.
  8. Tripyarri is not responsible for costs arising from flight delays, weather or events beyond our control.

See also our Terms & Conditions and Cancellation Policy.

Good to know

Questions, answered

Is this itinerary suitable for young children and grandparents?

Yes. Sightseeing is limited to half days, the hotel is central, and the desert safari can be booked without the dune drive for anyone who prefers a gentler ride.

Are flights included in this package?

Flights are not included, so you can choose the airline and timings that suit you. We are happy to add flights from your city to your quotation.

Can this itinerary be customised?

Yes. Every Tripyarri itinerary can be tailored — add or remove nights, upgrade hotels or rooms, change the pace or add experiences in Dubai. Share your dates and preferences and a travel expert will send a revised quotation.

Tailor-made

Make this journey yours.

Change the hotels, the pace or the dates — a Tripyarri expert will tailor it and share a clear quotation.

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