United Arab Emirates
A Gulf country made up of seven emirates, blending skyscraper cities, desert adventures and beach holidays.
The United Arab Emirates sits on the eastern Arabian Peninsula, bordered by the Persian Gulf to the north and the Gulf of Oman to the east, and consists of seven emirates. Dubai is known for the Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah and its shopping malls; Abu Dhabi has the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Louvre Abu Dhabi; the oases of Al Ain are a UNESCO World Heritage site; and Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah offer mountains and beaches. Desert safaris, camping and water sports are all very popular. Dubai and Abu Dhabi international airports are the main gateways. The weather is pleasant from November to March, and summers are scorching.
Destinations
Itineraries
- UAE Road Trip Loop – Depart from Dubai and drive a loop covering Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, the East Coast, and Ras Al Khaimah.
- Hajar Mountains & East Coast Road Trip – Bypass the big cities and drive through Hatta Dam, the Fujairah coast, and the high peaks of Jebel Jais.
- UAE & Oman In-Depth Overland Journey – Travel overland from Dubai via Abu Dhabi and Al Ain into Oman, exploring inland forts, deserts, and coastlines.
- Classic Dubai & Abu Dhabi First-Time Visit – Three nights in Dubai and one night in Abu Dhabi, connecting landmarks, the old town, the desert, and Saadiyat Island.
- Doha, Dubai & Abu Dhabi Gulf Trio – Fly from Doha to Dubai, then transfer by road to Abu Dhabi, connecting three iconic Gulf cities.
- in Dubai with Abu Dhabi and Musandam Day Trips – Stay downtown in Dubai for the whole trip: five days in the city, with day trips to Abu Dhabi's Grand Mosque and Oman's…
- Abu Dhabi, Liwa Desert & Al Ain Road Trip – Travel from the capital's cultural island deep into the Liwa Oasis dunes, and finish in the World Heritage city of Al A…
- Dubai First Visit – Stay downtown and see Burj Khalifa, Old Dubai, a desert safari, and Palm Jumeirah with its sail-shaped hotel, all withi…
- Dubai In-Depth and Hatta Mountains – Stay at Dubai Marina. Beyond the city landmarks, old markets and desert safari, add a day of kayaking in the Hatta moun…
- Dubai Family Water Park and Theme Parks – Stay at Dubai Marina with one major attraction a day: a water park, Dubai Parks and Resorts, a safari park, Global Vill…
- Dubai Old Town and Arts Culture – Stay in the old riverside district of Dubai. Explore the wind-tower quarter, the markets, the Etihad Museum, the Sharja…