When you hear the United Arab Emirates (UAE), you will immediately think of its oil output. The United Arab Emirates consists of seven emirates: Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm Al Quwain. Apart from its petroleum, it turns out that there are various tourist attractions in the United Arab Emirates that you can visit during your trip.
Scrape beneath the surface, and you'll find a lot more here than skyscrapers, shopping, and sandy beaches. The UAE's many destinations offer culture buffs plenty of things to do.
The following is an itinerary for a 10-day trip to the UAE.
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Welcome to the UAE! After a long journey in the air, you will arrive in the majestic and beautiful city of Dubai.
Arriving in the morning will allow you to start a tour of several famous places, such as the Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, and enjoy the Dubai Fountain Show.
Here is the complete itinerary for the first day:
The estimated budget for the first day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Hotel in Dubai for three nights | SAR 1,845 |
Burj Khalifa one-way tour | SAR 370 |
Fountain Show | SAR 21 |
Transportation cost | SAR 53 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR 2,395 |
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On the second day, you can do the following activities:
The Dubai Marina Walk is a 7 km long waterfront path along the Dubai Marina area. You can also see some of Dubai's main landmarks, such as Dubai Marina, Dubai Eye, Atlantis, The Palm Hotel, and Burj Al Arab.
After that, you can enjoy the beach at Jumeirah Beach Residence. From the water taxi station, you can walk to Palm Jumeirah Beach, which is in front of the Jumeirah Beach Residence.
End your second day by walking to Bluewaters Residences Island via the footbridge, where you will have stunning views of the coast and the Dubai Eye.
The estimated budget for the second day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Water Taxi | SAR 86 |
Transportation cost | SAR 53 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR 245 |
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Here is the itinerary for the third day:
After breakfast at the hotel, you can immediately go to the Dubai Desert Safari. You can choose from a wide range of activities, such as riding a camel, camel feeding, enjoying gaymat (traditional sweets) and gahwa (coffee), doing henna painting, falcon experience, smoking shisha in the shisha lounge, and watching traditional dance shows.
The estimated budget for the third day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Dubai Desert Safari | SAR 102 |
Transportation cost | SAR 53 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR 261 |
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After checking out of the hotel, you can immediately go to Abu Dhabi. After an hour of travel, this is the itinerary for the fourth day that you can follow:
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is a legacy of the first president of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The mosque, built in 1996 and painted white and gold, is majestic.
After that, you can immediately visit the Presidential Palace and enjoy the beauty of this super magnificent palace. You will also spend the day shopping at Yas Mall!
The estimated budget for the fourth day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Hotel in Abu Dhabi for three nights | SAR 1,512 |
Transportation cost | SAR 53 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR 1,671 |
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The following is an itinerary for your fifth day, which will take you to tourist attractions outside of Abu Dhabi:
The beauty of the historic Al-Hayl Castle building amazes every tourist who has ever visited it. Every tourist who sets foot in this place finds it difficult to leave because they are lulled by the beauty of this historic asset. This castle dates back almost 200 years as the residence of the ruling family of Fujairah.
After enjoying the view at the castle, you can enjoy a relaxing time at Kalba Corniche Park. This is a popular family-friendly location with several attractions. It is suitable for those who are on vacation in the UAE with their families.
The estimated budget for the fifth day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Transportation cost | SAR 53 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR 159 |
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Source: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
The itinerary for the sixth day is as follows:
Abu Dhabi is famous for Yas Island, which is home to Ferrari World. This indoor amusement park features high-adrenaline rides, state-of-the-art simulators, and a racing museum.
After enjoying Ferrari World, you can immediately visit Yas Waterworld, a water park that offers 40 fun rides. Then spend your time at Warner Bros. World to enjoy various rides like Looney Tunes, DC Comics, and many more.
The estimated budget for the sixth day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Ferrari World entrance ticket | SAR 301 |
Yas Waterworld standard ticket | SAR 287 |
Warner Bros. World entrance ticket | SAR 403 |
Transportation cost | SAR 53 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR1,150 |
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The following is the itinerary for the seventh day:
Visiting the Louvre Abu Dhabi can be the right choice for those who love art. This museum is a good place to spend your afternoon.
After enjoying art at the museum, you can spend time visiting the Heritage Village, which has various exhibitions of traditional objects from the local community. Here, visitors will be introduced to local agricultural products and unique handicrafts.
Spend your time at Qasr Al-Hosn, also known as the "White Fort" or "Old Fort," which was built in 1793. Here, you can also visit the museum and explore the history and culture of Abu Dhabi.
The estimated budget for the seventh day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Louvre Abu Dhabi entrance ticket | SAR 31 |
Qasr Al-Hosn | SAR 395 |
Transportation cost | SAR 53 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR 586 |
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Dubai is an arid coastal city that continues to amaze world travelers. There are always new tourist attractions, new buildings, and new attractions in Dubai.
Here are several recommendations for places to can visit on your free day:
In Old Dubai, you can visit the Dubai Museum, which is right next to the Al Fahidi Fort, the oldest building in Dubai. You can also enjoy special dishes at the Arabian Tea House Restaurant and Cafe at this location.
If you want another experience, head to Deira and visit the Grand Souk Deira. This place is a traditional Arabic labyrinth market that sells spices such as herbs, coffee, dried fruits, and dates. So, if you are interested in enjoying dates, you can buy them here.
The estimated budget for the eighth day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Hotel in Dubai for two nights | SAR 2,372 |
Dubai Museum Entrance Ticket | SAR 3 |
Transportation cost | SAR 53 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR 2,534 |
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Here is an itinerary for your ninth day in Dubai:
The Palm Jumeirah is the largest artificial island in the world, with luxury resorts and stunning beachfront villas. Here, you can visit Atlantis, The Palm and take a stroll along the beach from the common areas of the Atlantis Hotel.
At the end of the day, you can visit The Pointe Beach, which is a favorite of many tourists. Dinner with a stunning view of Atlantis, The Palm, will undoubtedly be a memorable experience.
The estimated budget for the ninth day in the UAE:
Description | Cost |
Transportation cost | SAR 52 |
Meal cost | SAR 106 |
Total | SAR 158 |
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After a ten-day luxurious trip to the UAE, it is time for you to return home. Don't forget to prepare yourself for a long flight from Dubai!
The estimated budget for the tenth day in UAE:
Description | Cost |
Transportation cost | SAR 52 |
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The estimated total budget for the ten days in the United Arab Emirates is SAR 9,211. Return flights from your home country, shopping, and emergencies are not included in the estimate.
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