Dubai City & Desert Escape
Three days that balance the icons of Dubai with an authentic Arabian desert experience under the stars.
- Duration
- 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Pricing
- Price on Request
- Availability
- available
Overview
The journey at a glance
Why you'll love this trip
Dubai City & Desert Escape blends the polish of the city with the calm of the dunes. A relaxed itinerary for travellers who want a first, well-rounded taste of the UAE.
Who this journey is perfect for
Classic · Adventure · Culture
Signature Highlights
What makes this journey special
Guided city tour with local storytelling
Private desert safari with dune drive
Bedouin-style camp with dinner and cultural performance
Panoramic Marina and Palm Jumeirah drive
Detailed Itinerary
Day by day
Route
Your journey path
What's included
Everything in the price
Included
- Two nights city hotel (4- or 5-star with breakfast)
- One night desert resort with half-board
- Private airport transfers
- Half-day guided city tour with Burj Khalifa entry
- Dune-bashing transfer, sunset desert experience, falconry and BBQ dinner
- 24/7 concierge
Not Included
- ·International flights
- ·Alcoholic beverages
- ·Optional water sports at hotel
- ·Personal expenses
Travel Information
Practical essentials
October–April 20–30°C. Summer 40°C+, humid on the coast.
UAE Dirham (AED). USD, credit cards & Apple Pay accepted everywhere.
Arabic (official). English is the everyday language.
GMT+4 (GST) — no daylight saving.
Visa-free or on-arrival for most nationalities including EU, UK, US, GCC.
220V, Type G plugs (UK three-pin).
5G everywhere, ultra-fast Wi-Fi in hotels and public transport.
One of the world's safest destinations.
Cover shoulders & knees at mosques and traditional souks; resort-relaxed elsewhere.
10% at restaurants (often included), AED 10–20 for concierge/porter.
No public alcohol; dress modestly during Ramadan daylight hours.
Police: 999 · Ambulance: 998 · Tourist Police: 901
Know Before You Go
Traveller wisdom
November through March for perfect desert & beach weather.
Light layers, elegant evening wear for fine dining, swim & sunscreen, a wrap for mosque visits.
Summer heat is best enjoyed indoors — every experience is climate-controlled.
Drink bottled/filtered water outdoors. Pharmacies are excellent.
Skyline from a dhow at dusk; Sheikh Zayed Mosque at blue hour.
Waterparks, theme parks, aquariums — Dubai is exceptional for families.
Flat, wheelchair-friendly attractions; private guided transfers throughout.
Book a private yacht at sunset or a helicopter over the Palm.
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Why Azi Horizon
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In-country designers who live the destinations they curate.
Skip-the-line access and after-hours moments arranged for you.
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Only properties we've inspected and stayed at ourselves.
Local guides, family-run tables and quiet corners tourists miss.
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Why choose this package
The most-requested short break — city icons on day one, desert overnight on day two, beach or shopping on day three. We use a Bab Al Shams-style desert stay rather than a crowded camp, so the overnight is a proper resort experience.
Cities included
Transportation
Private sedan on city days, 4x4 for desert transfer and dune drive. All transfers included between city hotel and desert resort.
Optional tours
Horse-riding through the dunes at sunrise
From AED 495 per person
Private guide, all abilities.
Hot-air balloon over the desert
From AED 1,395 per person
Dawn flight with gourmet breakfast on landing.
Important notes & travel tips
Important notes
Desert overnight best October–April. In summer we substitute a beach-resort night at Palm Jumeirah as standard rather than compromise the experience.
Travel tips
Pack layers for the desert — evenings drop into the low 20°C even in shoulder season. Closed shoes recommended for the dune drive. Motion sickness sensitivities — request the "scenic drive only" option.