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6 Days Dubai and Abu Dhabi Trip
About 6 Days Dubai and Abu Dhabi Trip
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Dubai, where modern marvels meet timeless traditions. This curated 6-day itinerary offers a perfect balance of iconic landmarks, cultural treasures, thrilling adventures, and relaxing experiences. From the dazzling skyline of Dubai and the grandeur of Abu Dhabi to the golden dunes of the Arabian Desert and the serenity of a dhow cruise, each day promises new discoveries and lasting memories.
Day by day
01 Day 1: Arrival
Upon your arrival at Dubai International Airport (DXB), a dedicated airport representative will warmly welcome you and escort you to your hotel. Settle in, relax, and prepare for an exciting vacation ahead.
Overnight: Dubai
02 Day 2: Full-Day Dubai City Tour
After a delicious breakfast, enjoy a full-day tour exploring Dubai’s top sights:
The Pointe: Admire stunning views of the iconic Atlantis The Palm Hotel on Palm Jumeirah—the world’s largest man-made island shaped like a palm tree, famed for luxury hotels, upscale residences, international dining, and lively beach clubs.
Souk Madinat Jumeirah: Wander through this charming recreation of a traditional marketplace, complete with timber-covered arcades and serene waterways. Situated next to the majestic Burj Al Arab, it offers beautiful shopping and dining experiences.
Dubai Creek & Bastakiya: Visit Dubai Creek, a picturesque waterway leading to the historic Bastakiya district, known for its preserved wind-towered homes built by wealthy merchants.
Dubai Museum at Al Fahidi Fort: Explore the city’s rich history with priceless artifacts in this 225-year-old fort.
Abra Boat Ride: Cross Dubai Creek on a traditional abra boat to visit the bustling Gold Souk and Spice Souk, where you can shop and discover local treasures.
Museum of the Future (external visit): Marvel at this architectural and technological masterpiece adorned with Arabic calligraphy, symbolizing a bridge between present and future.
Burj Khalifa (external visit): See the world’s tallest building, the nearby 50-meter-long aquarium, and the spectacular Dubai Fountain, located beside the massive Dubai Mall.
Return to your hotel to unwind after a full and fascinating day.
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast
03 Day 3: Dubai – Abu Dhabi – Dubai
Begin your day with breakfast, then embark on a full-day tour to Abu Dhabi:
Drive along the scenic Abu Dhabi Corniche, an 8-kilometer beachfront with parks, cafes, and pristine beaches.
Visit the opulent Emirates Palace Hotel (external visit), boasting 1.3 km of private beachfront and stunning architecture with 114 domes.
Explore Qasr Al Watan, the presidential palace, and learn about Arabian history, heritage, and craftsmanship.
Visit the awe-inspiring Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, renowned for its exquisite design, the world’s largest chandelier, and a handwoven carpet, symbolizing cultural exchange.
Return to Dubai for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast
04 Day 4: Dubai Desert Safari
Enjoy breakfast and a leisurely morning. In the afternoon, embark on a thrilling 4x4 Jeep desert safari. Experience dune bashing across the golden sands and pause atop the highest dune for stunning sunset views.
Continue to a traditional Bedouin camp where you can enjoy henna painting, traditional attire, and refreshments.
Delight in a barbecue buffet dinner under the stars, accompanied by mesmerizing belly dance and Arabic music performances.
Return to your hotel for overnight rest.
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
05 Day 5: Dubai Marina Dhow Cruise
After breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore or relax. In the evening, board a traditional dhow cruise in Dubai Marina. Glide along the illuminated marina, admire landmarks like the Dubai Marina Yacht Club and Marina Towers, and enjoy live entertainment including belly dancing, live singing, or a Tanura show while savoring a delicious dinner.
Return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast
06 Day 6: Departure
Savor your final breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Our representative will ensure your timely transfer to Dubai International Airport for your onward flight, concluding your memorable Dubai vacation.
Meals: Breakfast
What's in the price, and what isn't
Included
- Meet and assist at airport upon arrival and departure
- Transportation by the latest Model AC vehicles
- Hotel accommodation as mentioned above
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to sites mentioned in the program
- Bottled water during the visits.
- All service charges and taxes.
Not included
- Entry Visa to Dubai.
- Any Optional tours.
- All personal Expenses.
- Tipping (Recommend).
Asked and answered
How much does a Dubai tour cost?
The cost of a Dubai tour can vary significantly depending on the type of tour and the experiences included. Basic city tours may start at around $50–$100 per person, while more luxurious or specialized tours, such as desert safaris, private city tours, or dinner cruises, can range from $100 to $300 or more. Multi-day packages that include accommodation, meals, and sightseeing may cost anywhere from $500 to $2,000 per person, depending on the level of luxury and customization. Always check with tour operators like EgyVacations for the best deals and tailored packages to fit your budget.
Which time is best for a Dubai tour?
The best time to visit Dubai is during the cooler months, from November to March. During this period, temperatures are more comfortable, ranging between 20°C and 30°C (68°F to 86°F), making it ideal for outdoor activities like desert safaris, sightseeing, and beach visits. The summer months (June to August) can be extremely hot, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C (104°F), so it's generally better to avoid visiting during this time unless you plan to stay indoors in air-conditioned spaces.
How many days in Dubai is enough?
For a well-rounded experience of Dubai, 3 to 5 days is usually sufficient. In this time, you can explore the city's top attractions like the Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina, and the historic Al Fahidi District. If you’re interested in additional activities such as a desert safari, theme parks (like Aquaventure or IMG Worlds of Adventure), or a day trip to Abu Dhabi, consider extending your stay to 4 or 5 days. This allows for a relaxed pace, without rushing through the highlights.
How much money do you need for 5 days in Dubai?
The amount of money you’ll need for 5 days in Dubai depends on your travel style and preferences. On average, a budget traveler might spend around $50–$100 per day, totaling $250–$500 for 5 days. This would cover meals at casual restaurants, basic sightseeing, and budget accommodation. For a mid-range traveler, expect to spend around $150–$250 per day, or $750–$1,250 for the entire trip, which would cover meals at higher-end restaurants, moderate attractions, and 4-star hotels. If you plan to stay in luxury resorts, dine at upscale restaurants, and indulge in exclusive experiences, your daily budget could easily exceed $300–$500, totaling around $1,500–$2,500 for the trip. Always factor in extra for shopping, souvenirs, and optional activities.
Why book with us
Licensed, local, andone WhatsApp away.
We are not a marketplace reselling someone else's tours. The consultant who plans your itinerary is the same person who answers when you message from Luxor at midnight.
Our own guides
Licensed Egyptologists lead every excursion, named in your confirmation, working for us rather than for a subcontractor.
Private by default
No group fillers and no shopping stops. Your party, your pace, and a day that can be rewritten the night before.
One itemised price
Entrance fees, transfers, taxes and internal flights sit inside the quote. Nothing is added at the temple gate.
Nothing to pay to enquire
A full day-by-day itinerary costs you nothing, and a 30% deposit is the first money that changes hands.
24/7 while you travel
One number, answered in Egypt, for the whole trip — not a call centre in another time zone.
Real travellers
5.0 on TripAdvisor,4.9 on Google.
Every quote is a real one, posted under the traveller's own name.
What a great team!
They helped me plan my day and arranged for an Egyptologist and driver to take me to all these places.
Had a great time
Thanks to well organised sightseeing and tour guide Ahmed who was professional and pleasant.
It was the best choice ever
We trusted EgyVacations for our trip to Egypt… They made our trip anxiety free, they solve every problem from our arrival to the airport till our departure.
How to book
Four steps, andno online checkout anywhere.
You talk to a travel consultant, they build your trip, and you only confirm when the itinerary is right.
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Tell us your dates
Your travel month, group size and what you'd like to see. Two minutes on the form, or a message on WhatsApp.
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Get an itinerary and quote
A consultant writes your day-by-day plan with hotels, guides and transfers, priced in your currency. Free, and yours to keep.
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Confirm when it's right
Adjust it as many times as you like. Nothing is booked and nothing is charged until you say the itinerary is right.
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Travel with support
You're met at the airport, and your consultant stays reachable 24/7 for the whole trip — the same person, not a call centre.
Good to know
Travel tips from the peoplewho run the trips.
Pick a question on the left. We answer it the way we would answer it on the phone — with the numbers, and with what we would actually do.
When to go
The comfortable half of the year runs October to April: 20–28 °C in Luxor and Aswan, which is what open-deck sailing and three hours inside a temple actually require.
Daytime20–28 °C
CrowdsPeak Nov–Feb
PricesHighest Dec–Jan
- March and April keep the weather and lose the crowds — the best value window.
- June to August is much cheaper, but afternoons pass 42 °C and excursions run at dawn.
- Christmas and New Year need a 50% deposit, because the cruisers ask us for one too.
Our tip
Book three to four months out for November to February. For a dahabiya, make it four — they carry twelve people and the good cabins go first.
Visas and entry
Most nationalities — US, UK, EU, Australian and Canadian included — get a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, or online as an e-Visa before they fly.
VisaOn arrival
CostUS$25
Valid30 days
- Your passport needs six months’ validity from the day you land.
- The e-Visa is worth doing if you land late — it saves the queue at the bank window.
- We meet you before passport control and handle the paperwork with you.
Our tip
Carry the $25 in cash. The visa window at Cairo takes dollars and gives change in Egyptian pounds, and the card machine is not always working.
Money and tipping
Hotels, cruisers and restaurants take Visa and Mastercard. Markets, tips and small cafés are cash. We quote in US dollars and can invoice in EUR, GBP or AUD.
CardsHotels & cruisers
CashMarkets & tips
QuotesUS dollars
- Tipping is customary, never obligatory, and never inside your price.
- As a guide: $8–10 a day for your guide, $5 for your driver.
- Small notes are worth more than large ones — change is scarce everywhere.
Our tip
Change a little at the airport and the rest at your hotel. Street exchange offices quote well and pay badly.
What to pack
Light cotton for the days, one layer for the evenings, and shoes you can walk a temple in. Everything else you can buy here for less than you paid at home.
DaysLight cotton
EveningsOne warm layer
SitesClosed shoes
- Shoulders and knees covered for mosques — a scarf does the job for both.
- A hat and high-factor sun cream matter more than anything else on this list.
- Deck evenings on the Nile get genuinely cool from December to February.
Our tip
Leave room in the case. Cotton, spices and a hand-made galabeya cost a fraction of the airport price in Khan El Khalili, and your guide will tell you the real one.
Getting around
Cairo to Luxor is an hour by air and ten by road, so almost every itinerary flies it. Between Luxor and Aswan the river is the road, and your room moves with you.
Cairo → Luxor1 hour, by air
Luxor → Aswan3–4 nights
TransfersAll included
- Every transfer, domestic flight and entrance fee sits inside your quote.
- A private car and driver waits for you — no taxis, no haggling, no surprises.
- The sleeper train exists and we will book it, but it is slower and not cheaper.
Our tip
Sail Luxor to Aswan rather than the reverse if you can choose. You go upstream against the current, which means slower, longer afternoons on deck.