Day 1: Istanbul - Abu Dhabi
Be at the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul New Airport International Departures Terminal at 22:25.
Day 2: Abu Dhabi - Dubai
After passport and customs procedures, depart for Abu Dhabi on Turkish Airlines flight TK866 at 01:25. We arrive at 06:55 local time.
After passport control, we begin our Abu Dhabi city tour with our waiting vehicle. Before our panoramic city tour, we will have a free breakfast break as an extra. After breakfast, our first stop is the capital of the seven emirates, Abu Dhabi. As we tour the emirate, you will witness how the capital, which was a small fishing village in the recent past, has become such a modern city today. In this ultra-modern Arab city with wide boulevards and skyscrapers, the Al Bateen area and the Corniche road will be seen. After a photo stop at Emirates Palace, you will visit the Heritage Village, an authentic replica of the city’s past, where you will have the chance to see the past lifestyles and traditions of the Arabs, as well as mud-brick houses. Then we will visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest in the world, capable of accommodating 41,000 worshippers at the same time. With its magnificent architecture and rich decorations, it is truly worth capturing unforgettable photos. After our mosque visit, we head to Dubai. Upon arrival, we set off for the Dubai city tour. First, we continue with Dubai Marina. After some free time in Dubai Marina, which has a walking path of about 7 km and is surrounded by restaurants and cafés, our final stop will be Bluewaters Island, created by land reclamation in 2018. Here we will have the opportunity to see Ain Dubai, the world’s largest Ferris wheel, up close and take beautiful photos. After our tour, we transfer to our hotels. We complete our check-in procedures at the hotel check-in time, and then have free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Evening Dhow Cruise with Dinner, Fountain Show and Dubai Mall Tour. Overnight at the hotel.
Optional Tour: Evening Dhow Cruise with Dinner, Fountain Show and Dubai Mall Tour – Per Person: 80 Euro
We first head to the Dhow boat in Marina, where we will have dinner. As our boat cruises through the marina, we enjoy our open-buffet dinner and take in the magnificent views of Dubai Marina and Dubai Eye. After the boat tour, we go to Souk Al Bahar, located next to Dubai Mall, one of the world’s largest shopping centers, in the shadow of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest skyscraper. We enjoy a pleasant stroll in this authentic bazaar that reflects Arab culture. Guests who wish may spend free time at Dubai Mall after the tour for shopping and enjoy time at cafés and restaurants. After the tour, transfer back to our hotel.
Day 3: Dubai
After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Miracle Garden & Al Bastakiya and Evening Dinner Desert Safari Tour. Overnight at the hotel.
Optional Tour: Miracle Garden & Al Bastakiya Tour – Per Person: 70 Euro
At Dubai Miracle Garden, the world’s largest natural flower garden, a world full of flowers awaits you. In this 72,000-square-meter park, famous buildings and structures transformed entirely into colorful floral displays are lined up. Walk along the heart-shaped path or wander among leafy castles, illuminated night views, and full-scale houses. With many attractions and a wide variety of interesting arrangements, you can immerse yourself in more than 150 million blooming flowers. In the same tour, as you stroll through Al Bastakiya’s narrow streets, stone houses, and old markets, you will enjoy the historically rich atmosphere and architectural beauty. You will also have the opportunity to see the famous old Starbucks and take unique photos. Many of the traditional houses in the area have been restored, offering visitors the chance to experience traditional Arab life. Al Bastakiya also hosts various venues such as art galleries, cafés, and handicraft shops.
Optional Tour: Evening Dinner Dubai Desert Safari Tour – Per Person: 80 Euro
Picked up by 4x4 vehicles, you can enjoy unforgettable moments in the desert and watch the sunset. After the exciting drive over the red sands, we arrive at a Bedouin camp in the middle of the desert. Here, we have dinner accompanied by beautiful shows and belly dance performances. Camel riding is also available. Unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee are included free of charge. After dinner and the shows, the tour ends and we return to our hotel with the same 4x4 vehicles that brought us.
Day 4: Dubai
After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Outlet Mall & Global Village Tour or Sky View, The View at The Palm Dubai Tour.
Optional Tour: Sky View, The View at The Palm Tour – Per Person: 75 Euro
We begin our tour in Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest man-made island, with The View at The Palm observation tower, an icon of Dubai. From 240 meters above ground, we enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Palm Jumeirah’s flawless design, the azure Arabian Gulf, the beaches lined with luxury yachts, and Dubai’s dazzling skyline. Every frame becomes a postcard, every video a social media-worthy memory. A breathtaking experience awaits you, where you will feel Dubai’s splendor from above and say, “I’m so glad I’m here.” Afterwards, we head to Downtown Dubai, known as the heart, energy, and showcase of Dubai. Here, we go up to Sky Views on the 52nd floor of the prestigious Address Hotel, part of the Royal Group. Walking on the glass walkway, the city view stretching beneath your feet will quicken your heartbeat; you will feel as if you are viewing Dubai from the sky. As you gaze at the city lights, the grandeur around Burj Khalifa, and the pinnacle of modern architecture, you will create unforgettable memories. Guests who wish may also experience the glass slide and other adrenaline-filled attractions at Sky Views for an additional fee, turning these thrilling moments into special, lifelong memories. Free time for food and relaxation.
Optional Tour: Outlet Mall & Global Village Tour – Per Person: 60 Euro
Dubai Outlet Mall, located away from the hustle and bustle of the city’s central areas, is the most affordable shopping destination for great discounts. With discounts ranging from 30% to 90%, you can find more than 1,200 quality international brands in 240 stores. At outlet points such as Baldinini and Atasay, you are sure to find great opportunities both on designer products and on high-street brands. Then we head to Global Village, which brings together all the countries of the world and turns the area into a fairground. Launched in 1997 with a series of retail kiosks, this open-air destination has grown rapidly over the years and is now one of the essential fixtures of Dubai’s winter calendar. Whether you come for amusement rides, food, cultural night entertainment, or authentic shopping, there is something for everyone at Global Village. More than 90 cultures present their local products across 30 elaborate pavilions, 3,500 shopping outlets, 250 dining venues, 40,000 performances, and over 175 amusement rides, games, and attractions. After the free time we will provide here, we return to our hotel.
Day 5: Dubai - Abu Dhabi
After breakfast, free time to enjoy the activities at your hotel. We check out of our rooms by 12:00 noon. Guests who wish may join the optional Burj Al Arab & Madinat Souk Tour. At the time determined by our guide, the journey to the airport begins.
Optional Tour: Burj Al Arab & Madinat Souk Tour – Per Person: 90 Euro
The best opportunity to visit the world’s first and only 7-star hotel, known as the castle of Dubai and famous for its gold-plated decoration, is our tour of Burj Al Arab. In this tour, we will explore the ground floor, lobby, and Royal Suite and learn about the hotel, enjoying about 1.5 hours of the magnificence of luxury. After tea and coffee served in the lobby, our second stop will be Madinat Souk. Designed like an Arabian bazaar from the 1950s, Souk Madinat Jumeirah is the market complex of the Medinat Jumeirah complex, also called the Venice of Dubai, with shops, restaurants, nightclubs, 5-star hotels, canals, and boats resembling gondolas, and offers free time for shopping.
Day 6: Abu Dhabi - Istanbul
After ticketing and customs procedures, our flight back to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK869 departs at 02:20. Our arrival time is 06:35 local time, and our journey ends upon arrival. We look forward to seeing you on our next tour.