Arabian tale
DAY 1
Departure from Sofia Airport, Terminal 2 with a direct Fly Dubai flight to 14.25 o'clock. Landing at Dubai Airport in 21.25 time and transfer to MD Hotel by Gewan Al Barsha 4* (around 30-40 minutes). Accommodation.
Overnight stay.
DAY 2
Breakfast.
Panoramic tour of the emirate with a tour guide in Bulgarian – The excursion will give you the opportunity to get to know the most interesting sights in Dubai while the tour guide tells you about the history of the emirate, the new projects, as well as curious facts from the life of the local population. We start the tour with the old part of the city called Deira, passing the colorful spice and gold markets. We will cross the Dubai Canal in a traditional water taxi - abra. The local canal is the historic center of trade in Dubai, which to this day is crowded with ships carrying people and cargo. Our next destination is the modern city of the emirate. Traveling along the boulevard with skyscrapers, Sheikh Zayed Road, we will pass the Emirates Mall, in which the indoor ski slope is located, Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City with the offices of leading global media and software companies. We will continue to the Atlantis Hotel, traveling along the "stem" of Palm Jumeirah, the first of three palm-shaped artificial islands. Of course, we will not miss the photo-break in front of the emblematic Burj Al Arab hotel 7*, built in the shape of a ship's sail into the sea. We will continue with a visit to Dubai Marina - a district of the future and home to stunning and breathtaking skyscrapers, marina and arena of the local sheikhs, flaunting their luxury cars. Our next stop is Dubai Mall. Except for the shops, The Dubai Mall also has an aquarium, who uses 10 million. liters of water. The modest one “glass box” and has the largest acrylic observation panel in the world. Through it, visitors can enjoy whole 33 border. various marine animal species.
Option: Burj Khalifa - observation deck "At the Top" (65.00 euro)
Where, if not in Dubai you can climb the tallest building in the world?
Undoubtedly the most impressive landmark in the emirate is the Burj Khalifa. With their own 828 meters it is the tallest building in the world, which is visible to the naked eye from a distance of 95 kilometers. The observation deck “At The Top” is located on the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa tower and offers an amazing, almost 360-degree panorama of the city. On a clear day, even the skyscrapers of the neighboring emirate of Sharjah can be seen. Tickets are purchased in advance for an exact day and time. The ticket includes an express elevator ride to the 124th floor and time spent at the observation deck.
Depart for Ras Al Khaimah, the undiscovered jewel of the Emirates. With year-round sun and 64 kilometers of white sandy beaches, Ras Al Khaimah has established itself in recent years as the most authentic and different UAE destination in the Middle East. Accommodation at Al Hamra Village 4*. Dinner.
Overnight stay.
DAY 3
Breakfast.
Rested and fresh after an early breakfast, we leave the hotel in Ras Al Khaimah approx 7:00 h. and we head to — Khasab (Must), the capital of Musandam (Oman), where we will enjoy the wonderful panoramic view traveling along a coastal road overlooking the Arabian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz. Arrival at Khasab Port, where we will board a traditional Omani boat for the full day cruise to the picturesque and spectacular fjords, like Khor ash Shimm, which is the longest fjord on the Omani peninsula. We will be able to observe coastal villages and dolphins. We also pass Telegraph Island, where the British in 1864 have built a link between Bombay (India) and the mainland of Great Britain by telegraph cable, passing under water and over land through Basra in Iraq and Turkey. We will have the opportunity to swim and snorkel in the pristine and calm waters of the fjord. Snorkeling equipment and towels can be taken from the ship, where lunch and drinks will be served. Transfer back to the hotel. A visa is required for Oman, an international passport must be carried on this excursion. Dinner.
Overnight in Ras Al Khaimah.
DAY 4
Breakfast.
Departure for Al Ain - the fourth largest city in the Emirates, located on the border with the Sultanate of Oman and a favorite place for locals to visit, as well as for tourists, who want to learn about the traditional way of life in the desert, birthplace of Sheikh Zayed. We will visit Al Jahili Fort and the exhibition halls dedicated to the famous explorer and traveler Wilfred Tessiger, better known as Mubarak bin London. Our next stop is the Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum, one of the first residences of the Sheikh family, which is currently a museum and will show us in detail the life of the ruling family. Lunch. We will end the tour with the Al Ain oasis, which is part of the UNESCO cultural heritage. Here we will have the opportunity to see up close an irrigation system of more than 3000 years, known as falaj. Accommodation at Danat Hotel Al Ain 4*+. Dinner.
Overnight in Al Ain.
DAY 5
Breakfast.
Departure to Abu Dhabi — an ultra-modern city, also called the Manhattan of the Middle East, and also the "greenest city" in the region with its abundant greenery and beautiful parks and gardens. Entering the city, you will be mesmerized by the magnificence of the Sheikh Zayed White Mosque, Abu Dhabi's most famous landmark and one of the most architecturally valuable buildings in the UAE, and also one of the most beautiful mosques in the whole world. Built for 11 years of over 3000 workers, the mosque will take your breath away with the world's largest marble mosaic, the largest carpet in the world covering an area of 5600 sq. m and weighing 47 tons, as well as one of the largest chandeliers with a diameter of 10 m and visochina 15 m, adorned with countless Swarovski crystals. The tour continues with a photo stop in front of the amazing and sophisticated hotel in the shape of a castle - Emirates Palace. The hotel has been invested approx 3 billion dollars and the labor of 20 000 the worker for 3 years. It employs approx 1800 the employee from 49 countries, and in the decoration of the desserts are used annually over 5 kg pure gold to eat. We will continue with a visit to the Heritage Village - an authentic open-air museum with a fabulous view of the Corniche and the stunning skyline of Abu Dhabi - here we will learn about the lives of local residents before the discovery of oil in the middle of the last century! At noon we will take a break at Marina Mall, after which we will continue with a visit to Qasr Al Watan - the active palace of the Sheikh, home to the UAE Supreme Council and the Federal Cabinet. You will be impressed by the white facade of the palace, with more than 5000 geometric and floral motifs, inspired by traditional Arabic iconography. Each of the palace doors is made of solid maple with solidly sculpted details of 23 carat gold. Long 100 meters, wide 100 meters and covered by a dome with a diameter 37 meters, The Great Hall is the architectural heart of Qasr Al Watan. Out of respect for other visitors and in accordance with local laws and customs, it is imperative that all guests wear respectful clothing, when they are in the palace. For this purpose when visiting Qasr Al Watan, knees and shoulders must be covered! From 1 March 2024 Mr. the visitor center stops providing scarves to guests, who are not dressed according to dress code standards and are refused entry to the palace. Accommodation in Novel City Center 4* Abu Dhabi. Dinner.
Overnight in Abu Dhabi.
DAY 6
Breakfast.
Departure to Dubai. Accommodation at MD Hotel by Gewan Al Barsha 4* preferably before 14.00 o'clock.
Option: Jeep safari in the desert with dinner included (65.00 euro)
Duration: 6 o'clock
Unique, romantic and adventurous! Let the beautiful soft white light of the moonbeams fall on your face during the magical moments in the desert after sunset as night falls… You will stop for a photo break, to take photos amidst the unadulterated beauty of the Arabian desert, to capture the camels in their natural environment and preserve the view of the magnificent sunset. Descending and climbing the steep sand dunes you will make your way to a Bedouin camp, where you will have the opportunity to ride a camel, get a temporary henna tattoo, change into Arabic clothes or smoke hookah. Dinner will be a barbecue. Soft drinks, the coffee, tea and mineral water are unlimited, and for dessert you will try Arabic sweets, prepared on site, while you wait. A fall dancer will end this extraordinary journey with a real Arabic dance. IMPORTANT: please have in mind, that the jeeps for the safari are 6-seater and sometimes a company or family has to be separated! Seating at the tables in the Bedouin camp is according to the seating arrangement in the jeeps.
Overnight in Dubai.
DAY 7
Breakfast. Free time for the beach, shopping and entertainment.
Option: The flower gardens - "Miracle Gardens" and Madinat Jumeirah (60.00 euro)
Duration: 5 o'clock
Colorful carpets and numerous arches in the middle of the desert! You will not be able to separate your senses from the extravaganza and the aroma of the millions of blooming flowers, arranged in a variety of breathtaking shapes, stretching far and wide around you. On each subsequent return here, the arrangement and nuances are different. These magical gardens were created by human hands on an area of 72 000 sq.m. and are home to 120 million plants. The tour continues with the Madinat Jumeirah complex, located not far from Burj Al Arab and described as the greenest and most exotic place in Dubai. The covered part of the market is a veritable maze of small streets, where you fall into a magical fairy tale. Lush green vegetation and water, which surrounds you from everywhere, and which floats smoothly and lazily past dozens of restaurants, sites, summer theaters and heads far inland, far into the complex, where several super expensive and luxurious hotels are located, the most pompous of which is the Burj Al Arab itself.
Option: Modern Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise (70.00 euro)
Duration: 4 o'clock
A two-hour cruise on a traditional Arabian boat. Enjoy a completely different and incredibly beautiful panorama of Dubai! You will be impressed by the lavishly illuminated skyscrapers of Dubai Marina, the marina, Dubai Marina Mall, the many 5-star hotels with interesting architecture and the Palm Jumeirah. The price includes a transfer to the boat, dinner and soft drinks.
Overnight in Dubai.
DAY 8
Breakfast. Check out the hotel. Transfer to airport. Flight to Bulgaria in 09.40 o'clock. Landing at Sofia airport in 13.25 hours with unforgettable memories from Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Oman.
Two-way plane ticket Sofia-Dubai-Sofia
Airport taxes
Checked baggage to 20 kg
One piece of hand luggage up to 7 kg with size 55/38/20 cm
In-flight catering
All transfers under the program
7 Bed and Breakfasts in hotels 4*
4 evenings
Panoramic tour of Dubai with a tour guide in Bulgarian
Panoramic tour of Abu Dhabi with a tour guide in Bulgarian
Tour of Al Ain with a tour guide in Bulgarian and lunch included
Khasab Full Day Cruise, Oman, with lunch included
Tour operator representative throughout the trip
Foreign Travel Assistance Medical Insurance Covered 10 000 euro
Excursions (the options) Extra charge
Expenses of a personal nature
Oman Visa – 5 OMR (pre-issued online – https://evisa.rop.gov.om)
Tax "Tourist Dirham" in Dubai: must be paid personally by the tourist upon leaving the hotel and is charged per room per night as follows: 5.50 USD for hotels 5*, 4.50 USD for hotels 4*, 3.00 USD for hotels 3*
Trip Cancellation Insurance
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