7-day UAE full itinerary

1. Day 1

   Dubai arrival + downtown

   Focus — Easy start and iconic views

   • Check in (Dubai Marina or Downtown work well).
   • Dubai Mall — free to explore.
   • Dubai Fountain show — free (evening).
   • Burj Khalifa observation — AED 169–399 depending on level/slot.
   • Dinner near Burj Khalifa / Downtown.
2. Day 2

   Old Dubai + Marina evening

   Focus — Traditional vs modern contrast

   • Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood — free to wander.
   • Gold & Spice souks (Deira).
   • Abra ride across the creek — AED 1–2.
   • Evening: Dubai Marina walk.

   Optional

   • Marina dinner cruise — often AED 150–250 depending on operator.
3. Day 3

   Desert safari

   Focus — Classic UAE experience

   • Morning: relax, pool, or light shopping.
   • Afternoon–evening: desert safari — AED 200–400 typical.

   Includes / highlights

   • Dune bashing
   • Camel ride
   • BBQ dinner
   • Live shows
4. Day 4

   Water fun or beach day

   Focus — Choose your intensity

   • Option A — Aquaventure Waterpark (Atlantis) — AED 300+.
   • Option B — JBR & The Beach — free public beach areas.

   Optional

   • Global Village (seasonal) — small entry fee (~AED 25) when open.
5. Day 5

   Abu Dhabi full day

   Focus — Culture + architecture

   • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque — free.
   • Louvre Abu Dhabi — ~AED 63.
   • Qasr Al Watan — ~AED 60.
   • Return to Dubai in the evening.

   Optional

   • Ferrari World Yas Island — AED 295+ if you extend the day.
6. Day 6

   Mountains / nature (RAK)

   Focus — Jebel Jais and views

   • Drive to Jebel Jais — free to visit the area.
   • Optional: Jais zipline — AED 250–400.
   • Mountain cafés and viewpoints.

   Optional

   • Alternative: beach / resort day instead of mountains.
7. Day 7

   Shopping + departure

   Focus — Relaxed last day

   • Mall of the Emirates or last-minute souvenirs.
   • Optional: Ski Dubai (indoor) or Dubai Frame (~AED 50).
   • Depart.

We can tailor this route for families, business guests, or VIP preferences — same structure, different hotels and pacing.