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Dubai

Dubai

Created by Akshat Bafna
7 days in Dubai United Arab Emirates
Publish on 8th November 2022
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Day
1
 
2pm  
Luggage
Pack your Luggage properly, Don't carry anything for anyone until you know them
Pack your Luggage properly, Don't carry anything for anyone until you know them personally. Dubai has very strict rules as to what you can carry and what you cant. Keep a small bag for easy access to passport and visa. RTPCR is a must for entry to abu dhabi. 2 weeks from the date of departure for Vaccinated guest. 72 hrs for non vaccinated guest and kids below 16 not required. carry xerox of all your documents and also soft copy as you might need them at any time.
4pm  
Canopy by Hilton Dubai Al Seef
check in to the Hotel. Carry local currency to pay tourist tax
check in to the Hotel. Carry local currency to pay tourist tax or keep your credit card ready for swipping. Breakfast is served daily from 7.00 am to 11.00 pm, the swimming pool is open from 7.00 am to 6.00 pm and there is also a 24hrs gym.
9pm  
Terminal 3 - Dubai International Airport
Arrive via indigo flight from kochin
Arrive via indigo flight from kochin
Day
2
 
10am  
Burjuman Metro Station exit 2
BurJuman (Arabic: بر جمان) is one of the oldest shopping malls in
BurJuman (Arabic: بر جمان) is one of the oldest shopping malls in Dubai, in the residential area of Bur Dubai, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is developed and owned by Al Ghurair Group. The distinctive landmark comprises over 2.8 million square feet of mixed-use space including the shopping mall, business tower, hotel suites and duplex residences. The mall comprises over 800,000 sq ft (74,000 m2). In November 2003, BurJuman won 2 MAXI Merit awards from The International Council of Shopping Centers. In March 2006, BurJuman was awarded the "Mall of the Year" award at the prestigious 1st Retail Middle East Awards.
11am  
The Dubai Mall
The Dubai Mall (Arabic: دبي مول "Dubai Mall") is a shopping mall
The Dubai Mall (Arabic: دبي مول "Dubai Mall") is a shopping mall in Dubai. It is the second largest mall in the world after the Iran Mall by total land area, and the 26th-largest shopping mall in the world by gross leasable area, tying with West Edmonton Mall and Fashion Island (Bangkok)—both of which are older than it. It has a total retail floor area of 502,000 square metres (5,400,000 sq ft). Located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, it is part of the 20-billion-dollar Downtown complex (called Downtown Dubai) adjacent to the iconic Burj Khalifa, and includes over 1,200 shops. In 2011, it was the most visited building on the planet, attracting over 54 million visitors each year.Twice delayed, Dubai Mall opened on 4 November 2008, with about 1000 retailers, marking the world's second largest-ever mall opening in retail history behind West Edmonton Mall. However, it does not have the most gross leasable space, and is surpassed in that category by nineteen malls including the New South China Mall, which is the world's second-largest, Golden Resources Mall, SM City North Edsa, and SM Mall of Asia.
1pm  
Dubai mall main entrance
Various India and foreign outlets in the food court on level 2.
Various India and foreign outlets in the food court on level 2. near the aquarium. select from the wide variety and enjoy Lunch. Lunch can cost between 25 - 85 AED per person
3pm  
Desert Safari Tours Dubai
First thing you need to keep in mind the drivers will try
First thing you need to keep in mind the drivers will try to up sell each and everything to you as it their job to do so, the quads, the camp etc. Pick a good company which provides these tour also pre-book your ATV ride so you dont face harassment from your driver to go to a place where he suggests. range is from 100 - 300 aed for ATV. Be early so there is less crowd and you enjoy the area to drive your quad bikes. Timing is 30 min or 60 min. After riding the Quad bikes your Driver is going to take you to the desert to do the ride in the car. This should last about 20 mins. Then it should be a 30 min drive to the camp. These desert camps have many activities which are included in your package, like food, cool drinks and a welcome drink. Not included in your package is Alcohol ( as per order), Sheesha ( generally in the range of 75 - 105 AED), and premium seating ( 50 AED per person). Premium seating gives you chair to sit and the food will be served at your table and you would not need to stand in Q to get your food. General Seating (which is included in your package) you need to seat on the floor and stand in Q to bring food or cool drink to your table. If you are a Non vegetarian Premium seating makes sense as the food in this section is started as soon as you enter the camp, and there are servers who bring what you require to your table. Food for general section cool drinks start at around 6, snack at around 7 and dinner at around 8.30. Vegetarians you need to decide if you want to stay there for dinner or leave after the shows to beat the rush to the city to have dinner in a Indian Veg resturants.
Day
3
 
10am  
Dubai Spice Souk
Dubai Spice Souk (Arabic: سوق التوابل) or the Old Souk is a
Dubai Spice Souk (Arabic: سوق التوابل) or the Old Souk is a traditional market (or souk) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Spice Souk is located in Deira, in eastern Dubai, and is adjacent to the Dubai Gold Souk. The Spice Souk is in the locality of Al Ras, on Baniyas Street. The souk comprises several narrow lanes which are lined with open and closed-roof stores, and is a tourist attraction. Stores in the Spice Souk sell a variety of fragrances and spices from frankincense and shisha to the many herbs used in Arabic and South Asian food. In addition, several household, textiles, tea, incense, rugs and artifacts are also sold in the Spice Souk. A majority of the trading occurs through haggling. The quantity of trade as well as the number of stores trading spices in the Spice Souk have hanged in recent years due to the growth of larger stores and supermarkets.
12:30pm  
Dubai Gold Souk
Dubai Gold Souk or Gold Souk (Arabic: سوق الذهب), is a traditional
Dubai Gold Souk or Gold Souk (Arabic: سوق الذهب), is a traditional market (or souk) in Dubai, UAE. The souk is located in Dubai's commercial business district in Deira, in the locality of Al Dhagaya. The souk consists of over 380 retailers, most of whom are jewelry traders. Some of the shops are as old as four decades, while some are as new as a year. The major items of mall includes Gold, Platinum, Diamonds and sometimes also deals in silver.Dubai Gold Souk is bordered to the north by the Dubai Fish and Vegetable Market and the Deira Corniche near Baniyas Square at Sikkat al-Khali Street which is in close proximity to the Deira Bus Stand. On the other side of the Dubai Creek lies Dubai Textile Souk.Dubai Gold Souk will be soon renovated. The Dubai Municipality plans to make Dubai Gold Souk an upbeat tourist destination.
3pm  
At The Top, Burj Khalifa
It is advisable to take the sky pass to reach the top.
It is advisable to take the sky pass to reach the top. The reason is the lines are short and there is an added floor 148 to visit. preferred time for at the top should be for the sunrise or sunset time, enjoy the views click pictures. there is no time limit for this attraction.
6pm  
The Dubai Fountain
The Dubai Fountain is a choreographed fountain system located on the 12
The Dubai Fountain is a choreographed fountain system located on the 12 hectare (30 acre) artificial Burj Khalifa Lake, at the center of the Downtown Dubai development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was designed by WET Design, a California-based company also responsible for the fountains at the Bellagio Hotel Lake in Las Vegas. Illuminated by 6,600 lights and 50 colored projectors, it is 275 m (902 ft) long and shoots water up to 500 ft (152.4 m) into the air accompanied by a range of classical to contemporary Arabic and world music. It was built at a cost of AED 800 million (USD $218 million). The name of the fountain was chosen after a contest organized by the developer Emaar Properties, the result of which was announced on 26 October 2008. Testing of the fountain began in February 2009, and the fountain was officially inaugurated on 8 May 2009 along with the official opening ceremony of The Dubai Mall.
7pm  
travel back to the hotel
either hail a cab or walk all the way to Dubai mall
either hail a cab or walk all the way to Dubai mall metro to burjuman metro. then walk from burjuman metro to your hotel. If you are more than 3 people hailing a Hala cab is better option
Day
4
 
9:30am  
Abu Dhabi Grand Masjid
11:30am  
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi (Arabic: عالم فيراري أبوظبي) is a mostly
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi (Arabic: عالم فيراري أبوظبي) is a mostly indoors theme park located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the world’s first Ferrari-themed park and features Formula Rossa, the world's fastest roller coaster.The foundation stone for the park was laid on 3 November 2007. Developed by Aldar Properties and constructed by BESIX Group subsidiary Six Construct, it took three years to develop the park until it was officially opened to the public on 4 November 2010. Best day to visit is a Monday the rush is limited and there wont be a need for express pass. One tip do the park anti clock wise so there is minimum rush in line for the roller coasters. There are 4 main roller coasters and the 5th one is upcoming.
5:30pm  
Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi
Same as Ferrari world, being a Monday the rush is relatively less
Same as Ferrari world, being a Monday the rush is relatively less and you need appx 3-4 hrs to cover major rides.
Day
5
 
9am  
La mer beach
relax on the white sand beach. Things to carry. 1. Beach spread 2. Water proof
relax on the white sand beach. Things to carry. 1. Beach spread 2. Water proof cover for phone 3. Foldable chair if you have elders with you. 4. Umbrellas for people not playing in water. 5. Towels 6. Change of clothes 7. Light Snacks these things and general stuff we carry to beach like sunscreen, Beach toys etc. There are showers in open also changing rooms available. There is also a water park at La mer beach, But if you are going to do aqua venture i suggest you skip this park. There are spots where you can refill your drinking water for free. Carry good plastic and light weight bottles as water is very costly in Dubai. You can fill water as free fill points or at the hotel you are staying.
6:30pm  
Dubai Marina Walk
Rather than taking a DOW CRUISE its better to do a Dubai
Rather than taking a DOW CRUISE its better to do a Dubai Marina Walk. Enjoy the night light, If you are little early you can do AIN DUBAI which is open till 6.00 pm. There are many restaurant available near marina for dinner, Vegetarian restaurants are bit walk off the marina.
Day
6
 
10am  
Aquaventure Waterpark
carry your waterproof mobile case, sun screen cream, towel and change clothes. Only
carry your waterproof mobile case, sun screen cream, towel and change clothes. Only carry the luggage you want absolutely nothing to eat or you will need to rent a locker to keep those there. If you have an Infant or a kid you can carry food for them. Lookers are charged at 85 AED for 1 day. food options are limited for vegetarians, But the advantage is because its vegetarian its made fresh. they will need roughly 25-30 min to prepare veg option in the Restaurant called Barracuda (which has the highest options in veg). Not every one in your group will be able to do all rides together. fix a location where you can keep your stuff (Dubai is very safe in this manner)and meet during closing of park. carry your cash in with you or they have a band system where you can load your cash and use through out the park, or better yet carry credit card. Cash and either way is advisable as their system faces technical issues. Have a swimming short with zip pockets to secure your cash. Aqua-express pass is advisable if you wish to do many slides and rides at the park. there will be a wait of minimum 25-60 min in all rides. If you are a fan of collecting pics taken at parks while entering get a wrist band which you can scan pre ride to store all your pictures which you can get while you exit the park for a charge.
5:30pm  
The Lost Chambers Aquarium
Because its a bundle offer with the park the aquarium might feel
Because its a bundle offer with the park the aquarium might feel like a let down. Sure there are few fish which are beautiful to look at but the thrill runs out quickly. few pictures here and there makes good memories for the family.
9pm  
Pack your bags
Pack all your stuff at night leaving few things to pack in
Pack all your stuff at night leaving few things to pack in the morning. This is your last night in Dubai take a walk near your hotel visit Sheesha parlous, take in as much as Dubai as you can.
Day
7
 
10am  
Check Out
If you need speak to the Hotel staff reg late checkout use
If you need speak to the Hotel staff reg late checkout use the hotel facilities like pool and gym just relax till you wait for your ride to the airport
12pm  
Terminal 3 - Dubai International Airport
There is lot to shop for at the terminal. you can have
There is lot to shop for at the terminal. you can have a few hours at the airport to get last minute gifts for your friends. enjoy lounge access if you have and board your flight. For international flight check in 3hrs prior to your flight departure time is advisable as you need to clear immigration and security check for boarding the flight.
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