Best of Arabia: Dubai & AlUla
Best of Arabia: Dubai & AlUla
Best of Arabia: Dubai & AlUla
6 Days Starting in Dubai and ending in Al 'ula
Visiting: Dubai, Dubai Marina, Burj Khalifa, Пальма Джумейра, Madinat Jumeirah, Desert Safari Dubai, Al 'ula, بلدة العلا القديمة Al Ula Old Town, Madâin Sâlih, Jabal Al Fil (Elephant Rock) جبل الفيل, Dadan, Jabal Ikmah
Tour operator:
Tour code:
55506
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 20
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a journey where modern marvels meet ancient wonders with our exclusive travel package to Dubai and Alula. This enchanting experience offers a blend of cosmopolitan vibrancy in Dubai, juxtaposed with the pristine landscapes and rich heritage of Alula, Saudi Arabia.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Dubai
Location: Dubai, Dubai
Accommodation Name: Millennium Al Barsha
Meet & Greet at DXB Intl. Airport via our Airport Rep. Transfer to the booked Hotel. Check In and Overnight in Dubai.
Day 2 : Modern Dubai City Tour
Location: Dubai Marina, Burj Khalifa, Пальма Джумейра, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Accommodation Name: Millennium Al Barsha
Today after breakfast embark on an unforgettable journey through Dubai. Modern Dubai offers visitors a diverse experience – from the unforgettable charm of traditional souks to inspiring modern skyscrapers.
• Dubai Marina, which offers an exclusive environment for living, leisure and business
• a trip to Palm Jumeirah, a man-made island that has captured the world’s imagination with its magnificent scale and ingenuity
• photo stop opposite the luxurious Atlantis The Palm hotel, home to sunken aquatic chambers, submerged ruins, and exhilarating water rides
• Visit Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a colorful and vibrant market in an Arabian city
• At The Top Observation Deck Burj Khalifa Level 124/125
• The Dubai Mall one of the world’s largest shopping malls
Day 3 : Desert Safari
Location: Dubai, Desert Safari Dubai
Accommodation Name: Millennium Al Barsha
Breakfast at the Hotel. Free time at Leisure in the morning. In the afternoon, pick up at the Hotel for the Desert Safari. One of the most popular things to do for the travelers in the UAE. This thrilling safari in a 4x4 vehicle takes you for dune bashing on the amazing golden sand dunes of this region. A unique activity that is adventurous yet provides a cultural experience, you can be sure to have a memorable evening amidst a scenic desert landscape.
• Feel the thrill of a lifetime with an electrifying dune bash over colossal desert sands.
• Take in desert sunset views and enjoy more cultural activities such as camel ride, henna tattooing, Shisha smoking etc.
• Savor a lavish BBQ Buffet dinner including Soft Beverages
• Watch traditional Arabic performances including Belly Dance and Tanura show and more
Caution: Not recommended for heart patients, pregnant women, people with neck or back problems.
Day 4 : Flight To Al Ula
Location: Al 'ula, بلدة العلا القديمة Al Ula Old Town, Dubai
Accommodation Name: Cloud 7 AlUla
Breakfast at the Hotel. Check Out until 12pm. Departure Transfer to DXB Intl. Apt for your Flight to AlUla. Note: International Flight is not included, we recommend direct Flight FZ905 at 1:55pm, approx. USD 715 pP
Met upon arrival at Alula airport and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a visit to Alula Old Town, wander the maze of historic alleys and hundreds of houses built of mud brick, lined up next to each other like an impenetrable fortress. This is AlUla's Old Town, its winding paths seeped with memories whose origins date back almost a millennium. With every step, feel history become instantly and movingly tangible and experience the heritage that fills Old Town's thriving streets with life. Later proceed to visit Harrat view point for spectacular views. Overnight at Alula Hotel.
Day 5 : Hegra – Dadan & Jabal Ikmah
Location: Al 'ula, Madâin Sâlih, Jabal Al Fil (Elephant Rock) جبل الفيل, Dadan, Jabal Ikmah
Accommodation Name: Cloud 7 AlUla
Today after breakfast enjoy a visit to Historical site of Hegra. Hegra is the most iconic historical site of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the first to be listed as a UNESCO Word Heritage, back in 2008. The Nabateans, called it Hijra (as it appears in some ancient inscriptions at the site), and the Romans used to call it Hegra, later visit Dadan & Jabal Ikmah The first stop on this journey back in time is Dadan, the ancient Kingdom of the Lihyanite and Dadanite civilisations. Next, a coach bus takes you on a 10-minute drive to Jabal Ikmah. Set in a stunning desert canyon, this ‘open-air library’ has the most impressive collection of inscriptions, rock art, and petroglyphs in AlUla and is the largest of its kind in Saudi Arabia. At sunset enjoy the majestic view of Elephant Rock. Elephant Rock is particularly magical at dusk when the fading sun casts a bewitching deep crimson light over the trunk and body of AlUla’s famous geological pachyderm. Overnight at Alula Hotel.
Day 6 : Departure
Location: Al 'ula
Breakfast at the Hotel. Free time at Leisure until Check Out at 12pm. Departure Transfer to AlUla Airport. Departure Flight.
What's Included
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3x Nights in 4* Hotel in Dubai incl. Breakfast
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Airport Transfers from / to DXB Intl. Apt
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All Tours with local English speaking Tour Guide
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Desert Safari SIC with BBQ Buffet Dinner with Soft Drinks
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SIC Modern Dubai Tour incl. Burj Khalifa At The Top Tickets
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2x Nights in 4* Hotel in AlUla incl. Breakfast
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Sharing Full Day Tour Hegra / Dadan & Jabal Ikmah Tour
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Sharing AlUla Old Town Tour
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Airport Transfers from / to ULH Airport
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Transportation in modern air-conditioned Vehicles adjusted to the Group Size
What's Not Included
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International Flight DXB - ULH
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Saudi Arabia Visa
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Tip for Guides and Drivers
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Entrances / Meals not mentioned in the Program and inclusions
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Tourism Dirham / City Tax in Dubai AED 15 / USD 4.50 per Room per Night
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes airport transfers from/to DXB Intl. Airport and ULH Airport, and modern air-conditioned vehicles adjusted to the group size.
Accommodation
Enjoy 3 nights at the 4-star Millennium Al Barsha in Dubai and 2 nights at the 4-star Cloud 7 AlUla in AlUla, both including breakfast.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 3 nights in a 4-star hotel in Dubai and 2 nights in a 4-star hotel in AlUla, both with breakfast included.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, airport transfers from and to DXB International Airport in Dubai and ULH Airport in AlUla are included in the tour package.
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Is the international flight between Dubai and AlUla included in the tour package?
No, the international flight between Dubai and AlUla is not included in the tour package. It is recommended to book the direct flight FZ905 at 1:55pm, which costs approximately USD 715 per person.
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What activities are included in the Desert Safari in Dubai?
The Desert Safari includes dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle, desert sunset views, cultural activities such as camel rides, henna tattooing, and Shisha smoking, a BBQ buffet dinner with soft beverages, and traditional Arabic performances including Belly Dance and Tanura show.
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What historical sites will be visited in AlUla?
In AlUla, you will visit the historical site of Hegra, Dadan, Jabal Ikmah, and Elephant Rock. Hegra is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Jabal Ikmah is known as an 'open-air library' with inscriptions, rock art, and petroglyphs.
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What is the recommended flight for traveling from Dubai to AlUla?
The recommended flight for traveling from Dubai to AlUla is the direct flight FZ905 at 1:55pm.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Breakfast is included at the hotels in both Dubai and AlUla. Additionally, a BBQ buffet dinner with soft drinks is included during the Desert Safari in Dubai.
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Are there any health restrictions for the Desert Safari?
Yes, the Desert Safari is not recommended for heart patients, pregnant women, and people with neck or back problems.
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What languages are the tours conducted in?
All tours are conducted with a local English-speaking tour guide.
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How does Today Voyages work?
We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?
Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.
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What is an additional excursion or tour optional?
Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!
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What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?
If you purchase one of our Group vacation packages, you will be escorted by a professional tour guide and will be traveling with other like-minded travelers you may not know. The group size depends on the tour you select. If you purchase one of our Private vacation packages, you will be traveling only within your group of friends. You may or may not be escorted by a professional tour guide; this depends on the type of private tour you are interested in.
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When and how will I receive the travel documents (vouchers)?
If you book one of our Group or Private tours, you will receive your travel documents via email approximately 20 days prior to travel date. If you reserve one of our Vacation Rentals, you will hear back from the property manager via email a few days prior to checking-in. We recommend checking your emails on a regular basis as this is our most reliable method of communication. If you have questions or need additional support, you can always chat with us or email us directly.
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What happens if a Group tour does not get confirmed?
It is very simple... you will be offered an alternative departure date or be refunded the full amount you pre-paid. No questions asked!
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What happens after I book?
The majority of our tours are confirmed at the time of booking. This means that, after submitting the payment online, you will receive an order confirmation email; make sure to save this email and to note down your confirmation number for any future communication with us. Some tours may be sold on a 'on request' basis. This means that for these tours we reserve the right to check the availability of your spot(s) with the Tour Operator before confirming the tour to you. As soon as you submit the payment online for a 'on request' tour you will receive an email notification that confirms your order request. Within 72 hours, you will receive either a confirmation email or a denial email. Do not worry... we will do everything we can to confirm your tour!
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Low Deposit
Today Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of today voyages charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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