Dubai
Desert dunes beside glass towers
What a trip to Dubai actually looks like.
Burj Khalifa at dusk, a night in the Al Marmoom desert, and souks that still trade in gold and spice. Most short trips balance a couple of days downtown against a night out in the desert.
Four places worth building the trip around.
The highlights our planners come back to most when they build a Dubai itinerary.
Burj Khalifa & Downtown
The world's tallest building at dusk, with the Dubai Fountain show running below every evening.
Desert Safari
Dune bashing by 4x4, a camel ride, and dinner under the stars at a Bedouin-style desert camp.
Gold & Spice Souks
Deira's old-town markets, best explored by abra — the small wooden ferries crossing the Creek.
Palm Jumeirah
Beach clubs and skyline views from the man-made island, with Dubai Marina a short ride away.
A five-day route through Dubai.
Arrive in Dubai
Check in downtown, with an evening at the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa.
Old Dubai
The Gold Souk and Spice Souk in Deira, crossing the Creek by traditional abra.
Desert safari
An afternoon pickup for dune bashing, a camel ride, and a Bedouin camp dinner under the stars.
Palm Jumeirah & Marina
A beach club day on the Palm, followed by an evening walk along Dubai Marina.
Departure
A final morning at Dubai Mall before your onward flight.
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