Dubai creek Spices Desert landscape Al Ain Oasis

Dubai, Desert Oasis & Beach

8 night tour discovering the contrasts of the Emirates

from £745

Day 1:London to Dubai

Depart London Heathrow for your overnight flight to Dubai

Day 2 - 3: Dubai

On arrival into Dubai meet our representatives and transfer to the Towers Rotana Hotel for a 2 night stay. Your time is at leisure to explore Dubai. Enjoy world class duty free shopping, glittering gold souks and wonderful beaches, or see the traditional side to the city by crossing the creek in an 'abra', a small local water taxi, and exploring the old part of the town.

Day 4 - 7: Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah

After breakfast take a transfer, arranged by Hilton Hotels, from Towers Rotana to Ras Al Khaimah. Stay 4 nights at the Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Hotel located in the centre of Ras Al Khaimah city and overlooking the creek. During your stay, there will be a short introductory tour of Ras Al Khaimah including the charming museum, souk area and a shopping mall: a great place for ‘people watching’. Head down to the exclusive beach club only 10 mins away by free shuttle bus. You may also take the opportunity to book our optional excursion into Oman to the Musandam Peninsula. This is a wonderful day aboard a traditional dhow enjoying the spectacular fjord landscape, swimming, snorkelling and searching for dolphins.

Day 8 - 9: Ras Al Khaimah to Al Ain

The 'Garden City of the Gulf', Al Ain, lies some 2 hours from Ras Al Khaimah, on the border with Oman's Buraimi Oasis. As you arrive here, the lush green of trees and the vibrant colour of tropical shrubs, such as bougainvillea, are in stunning contrast to the ochres of the desert landscapes you have just crossed. Your 2 night stay at the Hilton Al Ain Hotel has been arranged to include all your meals and drinks. Spend your time exploring this ancient city or simply relax in the landscaped gardens of the hotel.

Day 10: Al Ain to Abu Dhabi

Day to at leisure before an evening transfer to Abu Dhabi airport for your return flight to London. Please note check out will be at 12 noon. Late check out can be arranged prior to departure - please ask for details.

Day 11: Abu Dhabi to London

Early morning flight to London from Abu Dhabi.

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IN BRIEF...

Day 1

London to Dubai

Day 2 - 3

Dubai

Day 4 - 7

Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah

Day 8 - 9

Ras Al Khaimah to Al Ain

Day 10

Al Ain to Abu Dhabi

Day 11

Abu Dhabi to London