Dubai & AlUla - Whispers of the Desert

9 Days | 8 Nights

Price per person from $2,499pp *Based on double occupancy
Land Only

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This captivating vacation blends the futuristic glamour of Dubai with the timeless beauty of AlUla, offering a perfect balance of urban exploration, desert adventure, cultural discovery, and immersive natural experiences. From iconic city landmarks and heritage waterways to ancient tombs, dramatic canyons, and starlit desert nights, the journey delivers unforgettable contrasts and lasting memories.

  • 8 Nights Deluxe Accommodation
  • 6 Experiences include City Tours, Desert Safari, Hot Air Balloon Ride and Hegra Tour
  • Breakfast daily
Cloud7 Residences Alula

Cloud7 Residences Alula

Dubai at night

Dubai at night

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, outdoor pool

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, outdoor pool

Camel ride, Dubai desert safari

Camel ride, Dubai desert safari

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, reception

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, reception

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, surrounding area

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, surrounding area

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, standard room

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, standard room

Dubai Frame, image c. Visit Dubai

Dubai Frame, image c. Visit Dubai

Spice Souk in Deira, Dubai

Spice Souk in Deira, Dubai

Museum of the Future, Dubai

Museum of the Future, Dubai

Dubai Creek

Dubai Creek

Burj Khalifa & Dubai Skyline, c. Dubai Tourism

Burj Khalifa & Dubai Skyline, c. Dubai Tourism

Traditional lanterns, Dubai

Traditional lanterns, Dubai

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, bathroom

Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront, bathroom

Dubai desert safari evening

Dubai desert safari evening

Al Ghubaiba, Dubai

Al Ghubaiba, Dubai

Cloud7 Residence AlUla, outdoor pool

Cloud7 Residence AlUla, outdoor pool

Cloud7 Residence AlUla, dining

Cloud7 Residence AlUla, dining

Cloud7 Residence AlUla, outdoor pool

Cloud7 Residence AlUla, outdoor pool

Hegra, UNESCO World Heritage site

Hegra, UNESCO World Heritage site

Hegra, The Lonely Castle (Qaṣr al-Farīd)

Hegra, The Lonely Castle (Qaṣr al-Farīd)

Hot air balloon flight, AlUla

Hot air balloon flight, AlUla

AlUla balloon flight over desert

AlUla balloon flight over desert

Sharaan Nature Reserve, AlUla

Sharaan Nature Reserve, AlUla

Bur Dubai markets

Bur Dubai markets

Cloud7 Residence AlUla

Cloud7 Residence AlUla

Description

The journey begins in Dubai, where modern innovation meets deep-rooted tradition. After arrival and a private transfer to your hotel, time is set aside to relax or explore independently. A guided city tour introduces the city’s fascinating contrasts, weaving through historic neighborhoods and traditional souks before transitioning to Dubai’s contemporary icons. Highlights include scenic drives past architectural landmarks, photo stops at world-renowned attractions, and views of the city’s impressive skyline that showcase Dubai’s transformation from a trading port to a global metropolis.

Free time allows for personal exploration before an evening adventure into the Arabian desert. A thrilling desert safari combines dune bashing and sandboarding with cultural activities such as camel riding and henna painting. As the sun sets over the dunes, the experience continues at a desert camp with live entertainment and a barbecue dinner under the stars. Another evening is spent cruising along Dubai Creek aboard a traditional dhow, enjoying illuminated city views, a relaxed atmosphere, and dinner on the water.

The journey then shifts to Saudi Arabia with a flight to AlUla, where dramatic landscapes and ancient history take center stage. After settling into your accommodation, exploration begins with a visit to Hegra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring monumental Nabataean tombs carved into sandstone cliffs. A sunrise hot air balloon flight follows, offering breathtaking aerial views of canyons, rock formations, and ancient sites bathed in golden light.

The experience culminates with an immersive desert evening in Sharaan, combining guided canyon exploration, wildlife spotting, lantern-lit dining, a powerful visual storytelling display, and stargazing beneath a vast desert sky. The journey concludes with a transfer to the airport, leaving you with a profound connection to both modern marvels and ancient worlds.

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Price

Travel Dates

Price*
*Based on double occupancy
Aug 15, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026 from $2,499pp *

*Prices are quoted in USD and are ‘from’, per person, based on twin share. Single supplements apply and are advised on request. Prices are current at time of posting (1/7/2026), may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received and processed.  Travel Answers  terms and conditions apply to change fees and cancellations.  All prices, itineraries and routing are subject to change without notice. Please call for our current prices based on availability. CA CST: 2076233-40 | WA ID: 601 684 531

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Inclusions

  • Round-trip private airport/hotel transfers, Dubai and AlUla
  • 4 nights Dubai, Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront, Standard Room with Burj Khalifa View
    • Private Half Day Dubai City Tour
    • Desert Safari with Belly Dancing and BBQ Dinner with private transfers
    • Dhow Cruise with Dinner with private transfers
  • 4 nights AlUla, Cloud7 Residence AlUla, Deluxe Bungalow
    • Hot Air Balloon Ride
    • Hegra Land Rover Tour
    • Sharaan Platinum Dinner Safari
  • Breakfast daily

Exclusions

  • Visa
  • Tips
  • International & Domestic Airfares

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Itinerary

  • Dubai - Radisson Blu Dubai Waterfront - outdoor pool

    Day 1 - Arrive Dubai

    On arrival in Dubai, you will met and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel for a 4-night stay. The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore at leisure.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront  (Deluxe)
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai Frame

    Day 2 - Dubai (B)

    Enjoy a 4-hour Dubai Half-Day City Tour that highlights the city’s rich heritage and striking modern landmarks. The tour begins in historic areas such as Deira and Bur Dubai, passing the Gold and Spice Souks, Al Fahidi Neighborhood, Meena Bazaar, Al Seef, and Al Ghubaiba Heritage Site, offering insight into Dubai’s trading past. Stop for photos at the Dubai Frame, symbolizing the link between old and new Dubai. Continue along Sheikh Zayed Road, lined with iconic skyscrapers including the World Trade Centre, and pause to admire the futuristic Museum of the Future. Pass by the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Water Canal, then enjoy photo stops at the Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah, including views of Atlantis The Palm and The Crescent. The tour concludes with views of Mall of the Emirates and Dubai’s famous skyline. Photo stops are subject to time and permissions.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront  (Deluxe)
  • Dubai camel riding desert AdobeStock 565288754 web

    Day 3 - Dubai (B,D)

    Enjoy a free day to explore at leisure.

    The Evening Desert Safari is an unforgettable experience for adventure lovers visiting Dubai. With convenient round-trip hotel transfers, you’ll journey into the heart of the Arabian desert for an evening of excitement and cultural discovery. Enjoy thrilling activities such as dune bashing and sandboarding or opt for more traditional experiences including camel riding and henna painting. Take time to soak in the scenery and capture stunning sunset views over the rolling dunes. The evening concludes at a desert camp with a lively belly dancing performance beneath the stars, complemented by a delicious BBQ dinner with unlimited soft drinks. Shisha is available at an additional cost, making for a truly memorable desert night.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront  (Deluxe)
  • Dubai Creek in the evening

    Day 4 - Dubai (B,D)

    Enjoy a free day to explore at leisure.

    An evening Dhow Dinner Cruise along Dubai Creek offers a memorable way to experience one of the city’s most historic waterways. Dubai Creek, which separates Bur Dubai and Deira, has long been at the heart of the city’s trading and cultural heritage, with both banks lined by striking traditional and modern buildings. Instead of exploring on foot, step aboard a traditional dhow to enjoy a unique perspective of the city from the water. Once used by Bedouins for trade and transport, these wooden vessels have been beautifully transformed into floating restaurants featuring both air-conditioned lower decks and open-air upper decks. On arrival, you are welcomed with a refreshing drink before the dhow sets sail, followed by a delicious barbecue dinner served as you cruise past the illuminated skyline, creating a relaxing and atmospheric evening on the creek.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront  (Deluxe)
  • Saudi Arabia - AlUla Cloud7 Residence AlUla

    Day 5 - AlUla (B)

    Transfer to Dubai airport for your flight to AlUla (not included). On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your accommodation for a 4-night stay. The remainder of your day is free to relax or explore at leisure.

    • Cloud7 Residence AlUla  (Standard)
  • Saudi Arabia - Hega Tomb of Lihyan son of Kuza

    Day 6 - AlUla (B)

    Explore the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hegra in the comfort of your private vintage Land Rover. This memorable trip cruises the numerous tombs and lavish gathering places carved from the rock by the ancient Nabataeans.

    • Cloud7 Residence AlUla  (Standard)
  • Saudi Arabia - AlUla balloon flight

    Day 7 - AlUla (B)

    Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you soar high above AlUla’s dramatic canyons and golden sandstone formations on a breathtaking hot air balloon flight. This once-in-a-lifetime experience offers a unique perspective of centuries of history carved into the landscape, with insights shared by your pilot as you glide over what feels like a living open-air museum.

    Your journey begins with a hotel pickup and a warm welcome at the launch site, complete with coffee as you watch the balloons inflate against the early morning sky. As the balloon gently lifts off, a sense of awe sets in while the sun rises over ancient tombs and rugged valleys below. After landing, you are transferred back to your hotel, carrying lasting memories of a truly magical AlUla experience.

    The remainder of your day is free to relax or explore at your leisure.

    • Cloud7 Residence AlUla  (Standard)
  • Saudi Arabia - AlUla Sharaan Nature Reserve

    Day 8 - AlUla (B,D)

    Enjoy a lazy morning at the resort before joining and afternoon and evening tour.

    Experience the story of AlUla like never before, as the land’s ancient past rises from sand and stone. The journey begins with a scenic sunset drive through the wild landscapes of Sharaan, exploring timeless canyons and discovering ancient petroglyphs as a Conservation Guide shares local history and folklore. As the sun sets, relax atop a canyon overlooking a vast valley while enjoying refreshing drinks and canapés.

    After dark, embark on a guided nocturnal eco walk using UV lights to spot local wildlife, before arriving at a lantern-lit desert camp for a flavorful South African–inspired braai under the stars. The evening reaches its highlight with a stunning projection experience, where canyon walls come alive through light, sand animation, and storytelling, revealing AlUla’s journey from Earth’s formation to ancient civilizations. The night concludes with a peaceful stargazing session around a glowing bonfire, guided by an expert astronomer, offering a soulful connection to the land and sky.

    • Cloud7 Residence AlUla  (Standard)
  • Saudi Arabia - AlUla Airport

    Day 9 - Depart AlUla (B)

    After breakfast, transfer to AlUla Airport for your onward flight arrangements.


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