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INDEPENDENT DUBAI
IAU1DUBAIDUBAI
Leisurely On the go
Meals
Breakfast: 3 Lunch: 1 Dinner: 0
Transport
Travel by coach or private car
Accommodation
Superior to Superior First-Class with private bath or shower. Includes hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges
HighLights
  • DAY 1:   ARRIVE IN DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
    Welcome to Dubai! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
  • DAY 2:   DUBAI
    This morning, your private guided sightseeing begins with a walking tour through the narrow lanes of the historic Bastakiya Quarter. You'll also cross Dubai Creek by abra, a traditional ferry boat. Next, explore the souks (markets), including the spice souk with aromas of exotic spices and vibrant colours, and the gold souk with more than 220 glittering shop windows. Lastly, visit Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. Here, ascend to the At the Top observation deck on the 124th floor for spectacular views and a presentation on Dubai's history. Perhaps, return to the area in the evening for a boat ride on Burj Khalifa lake or stroll on the boardwalk to view the illuminated dancing fountains set to music. (B)
  • DAY 3:   DUBAI
    Enjoy a full day at your leisure. Today's I-Time Tips Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Take a day trip to Abu Dhabi or consider an exciting desert safari that ends with a barbecue dinner under the stars. (B)
  • DAY 4:   DUBAI
    Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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$1,849.00 pp*
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Dubai’s unique attractions, including the world’s tallest building, largest shopping mall, and only 7-star hotel, lure millions of visitors each year. Now, it’s your turn to uncover this glamorous oasis with the I-Time you deserve! This Independent Globus tour takes you to see the most popular sights and handles all the details during your stay, including the freedom to explore on your own. Your private guided tour includes the vibrant markets, or souks, including the spice souk and gold souk. You’ll stroll through the historic Bastakiya Quarter, weaving through the narrow lanes. You’ll even ascend to the 124th floor at Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, for spectacular views. During your I-time, consider an optional trip to Abu Dhabi or an exciting desert safari. With so much to discover, the choices are endless!

Traveller Notes
- Transportation: Private vehicle for sightseeing
- Guides: Local Host in Dubai
- Some sites in Dubai are closed on Fridays. In these instances, sightseeing may take place on day 3.

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Leisurely On the go

4
Days
1
Country
Country
Meals
3breakfasts;
1lunch;
0dinners;
Transport
Travel by coach or private car
Accommodation
Superior to Superior First-Class with private bath or shower. Includes hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges
Tour Code
IAU1
Tour Style
Independence by Globus
Price
*Price per person, based on Twin occupancy for 16 June 2025 departure
CAT
~Each person on the booking will earn 1 point per $1 spent on their portion of the booking.
Highlights

Itinerary

EXPAND ALL DAYS
Day 1

ARRIVE IN DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Welcome to Dubai! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.

INCLUDED MEALS

Breakfast: 0, Lunch: 0, Dinner: 0

ACCOMMODATION *

No accommodation info at this time.

SHOW
Day 2

DUBAI

This morning, your private guided sightseeing begins with a walking tour through the narrow lanes of the historic Bastakiya Quarter. You'll also cross Dubai Creek by abra, a traditional ferry boat. Next, explore the souks (markets), including the spice souk with aromas of exotic spices and vibrant colours, and the gold souk with more than 220 glittering shop windows. Lastly, visit Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. Here, ascend to the At the Top observation deck on the 124th floor for spectacular views and a presentation on Dubai's history. Perhaps, return to the area in the evening for a boat ride on Burj Khalifa lake or stroll on the boardwalk to view the illuminated dancing fountains set to music. (B)

INCLUDED MEALS

Breakfast: 1, Lunch: 1, Dinner: 0

ACCOMMODATION *

No accommodation info at this time.

SHOW
Day 3

DUBAI

Enjoy a full day at your leisure. Today's I-Time Tips Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Take a day trip to Abu Dhabi or consider an exciting desert safari that ends with a barbecue dinner under the stars. (B)

INCLUDED MEALS

Breakfast: 1, Lunch: 0, Dinner: 0

ACCOMMODATION *

No accommodation info at this time.

SHOW
Day 4

DUBAI

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

INCLUDED MEALS

Breakfast: 1, Lunch: 0, Dinner: 0

SHOW
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TRIP ACCOMMODATION & OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

The displayed price is a guide only. You will be able to book most excursions within MyAccount up to 4 days prior to excursion date, where the exact price will be displayed. For Australia and New Zealand tours, optional excursions can be booked on tour with the Tour Director. All excursions are subject to availability.

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End trip: Dubai
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Start trip: +2 days in Dubai
End trip: Dubai

Extend your holiday with Abu Dhabi (IAU2)

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With Globus, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of your Tour Director. We’d like you to meet a Tour Director who is representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your tour.

Chowdhary, Jaya

I am an open and optimistic person, and I enjoy meeting people from different cultural, social and national backgrounds. Being in this vibrant field of Tourism has greatly helped me to evolve.

Dubai’s unique attractions, including the world’s tallest building, largest shopping mall, and only 7-star hotel, lure millions of visitors each year. Now, it’s your turn to uncover this glamorous oasis with the I-Time you deserve! This Independent Globus tour takes you to see the most popular sights and handles all the details during your stay, including the freedom to explore on your own. Your private guided tour includes the vibrant markets, or souks, including the spice souk and gold souk. You’ll stroll through the historic Bastakiya Quarter, weaving through the narrow lanes. You’ll even ascend to the 124th floor at Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, for spectacular views. During your I-time, consider an optional trip to Abu Dhabi or an exciting desert safari. With so much to discover, the choices are endless!

Traveller Notes
- Transportation: Private vehicle for sightseeing
- Guides: Local Host in Dubai
- Some sites in Dubai are closed on Fridays. In these instances, sightseeing may take place on day 3.

Map

Leisurely On the go

4
Days
1
Country
Country
Meals
3breakfasts;
1lunch;
0dinners;
Transport
Travel by coach or private car
Accommodation
Superior to Superior First-Class with private bath or shower. Includes hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges
Tour Code
IAU1
Tour Style
Independence by Globus
Price
*Price per person, based on Twin occupancy for 16 June 2025 departure
CAT
~Each person on the booking will earn 1 point per $1 spent on their portion of the booking.

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