A Mutambi Christmas and New Year in Dubai
10 day | U.S. Flight: Dec 24, 2022 | Arrival: Dec 25, 2022 | Departure: Jan 3, 2023
Spend 9 nights in Dubai while touring the city and Abu Dhabi – starting at $2325 per person
Trip summary
DAY 1 – SUN, DEC 25, 2022
DAY 2 – MON, DEC 26, 2022
DAY 3 – TUES, DEC 27, 2022
DAY 4 – WED, DEC 28, 2022
DAY 5 – THURS, DEC 29, 2022
DAY 6 – FRI, DEC 30 2022
DAY 7 – SAT, DEC 31, 2022
DAY 8 – MON, JAN 01, 2023
DAY 9 – TUES, JAN 02, 2023
DAY 10 – WED, JAN 03, 2023
- Meet & Greet & Assist - VIP service
- Airport - Vehicle/Driver
- Breakfast (included)
- Evening Dhow Creek Cruise
- Breakfast (included)
- Golden Dubai City Tour
- Breakfast (included)
- Emirati Impressions - Dubai's History
- Breakfast (included)
- Abu Dhabi City Tour
- Breakfast (included)
- Dubai Miracle Garden & Global Village
- Breakfast (included)
- New Years Eve Celebration
- Breakfast (included)
- Full Day of Leisure
- Breakfast (included)
- Full Day of Leisure
- Breakfast (included)
- Departure Flight to LAX
JW Marriott Marquis Dubai
Required Tour
Required Tour
Optional Tour – A Mosque visit will take place on this day, so modest dress code required.
Required Tour – A Mosque visit will take place on this day, so modest dress code required.
Required Tour – 2 separate tours for a full day of fun
Required – Evening at RIXOS to celebrate the New Year Sponsored by the Mutambis
Relax or Explore! It’s your time…
Relax or Explore! It’s your time…
Transfer Included back to DXB airport
Pricing Information
Note that we don’t begin confirming your services until a deposit has been paid. Availability can change quickly, and so tweaks to your pricing may occur in the event that we are unable to secure any of the included items once the itinerary is finalized.
IMPORTANT BOOKING NOTE:
Hotel rooms are selling out, so please don’t wait to make your deposit to secure your spot on this epic celebration.Important Dates
- Double Room price: $3975 per person
Single Room price: $5750 per person*
Must request this during the booking, and your invoice will be updated separately.
Non-Refundable Deposit: $500 per person
Final Payment Due: Monday, November 14, 2022
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International Airfare
International airfare from Los Angeles or any other city IS NOT included in this package price. Please review the suggested airports and flight plan to consider. If you’d like pricing for air, please let me know.
PLEASE NOTE: You’re arriving and departing from DXB (Dubai) airport. When booking your air, Round-Trip. The 3 letter codes in bold below are the airport codes. All flights you book are subject to be changed by the airlines. Ex: Direct flight options may require a layout. This is something to be aware of.
- Depart from Los Angeles (LAX) | Arrive in Dubai (DXB)
- Depart from Dubai (DXB) | Arrive in Los Angeles (LAX)
What IS Included
- A fully customized itinerary with best highlight experiences
- 24/7 in-destination support
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
- A private driver for tours and transfers
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences
- Breakfast each morning at your hotel, plus any meals indicated in the itinerary
What IS NOT Included
- Your international airfare – please let me know if you want pricing
- Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you’ve booked your tour – see widget above
- Visas
- Tips for services and experiences
- Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
- Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
Day by Day Itinerary
DAY 1 – SUN, DEC 25, 2022
Upon arrival to Dubai, you will be welcomed by a local representative holding a sign with your name on it after retrieving your luggage.
A private transfer between the airport and your hotel is provided.
Check in at JW Marriott Marquis (Standard Check in time is 1500Hrs).
DAY 2 – MON, DEC 26, 2022
Enjoy a full day of leisure, adjust to the new local time, and prepare for your evening dinner cruise.
7pm to 10pm – Dhow Creek Cruise experience with Dinner
For a fabulous relaxing evening join our charming Arabian Dhow. As you step aboard the traditionally built vessel, you are sure to be delighted by the modern and comfortable interior. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere as soft Arabic music fills the air. Enjoy refreshments as the Dhow gently slips its moorings. Sit back, relax and enjoy live entertainment as you dig into a sumptuous international buffet dinner as you glide past some of Dubai’s inspiring heritage sites, souks and palaces.
Breakfast and Dinner Included
DAY 3 – TUE, DEC 27, 2022
9am to 3pm – Golden Dubai City Tour with English Speaking Guide
Sample historic sites and the vibrant cosmopolitan life of Dubai on this tour starting in the popular Jumeirah district. Make a stop at the traditionally recreated Madinat Souk for stunning photos of the iconic Burj Al Arab Hotel then drive onto the man-made Palm Jumeirah Island, an incredible architectural marvel for a closer look at another icon, the Atlantis Resort.
Continue along Jumeirah Beach, the picturesque palace and residential area of Dubai to a photo-stop at the famed Jumeirah Mosque. Later proceed to new heart of Downtown Dubai where you will see the magnificent Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.
Visit Burj Khalifa “Observatory Deck” Level 124 – General Admission.
Today you will be driven to the Downtown Burj Dubai district for a visit of Burj Khalifa. At 828 meters (2,716 feet) the tallest building in the world inspires awe like no other. Enter the complex and board a high-speed elevator which ascends to the observation deck at 10 meters per second. As the doors open on Level 124, floor-to-ceiling glass walls provide breathtaking 360-degree views of the city, desert and ocean sprawled below. You will be mesmerized by the experience of looking down at the world from such a lofty perch.
Afternoon Lunch at local restaurant at the Dubai Mall (on your own)
Later transfer back to Hotel
Breakfast Included
DAY 4 – WED, DEC 28, 2022
8:30am to 3pm – Emirati Impressions – Dubai’s Vibrant History and Culture with English Speaking Guide
Spend a rewarding day exploring Dubai’s history, experience its vibrant culture and learn about the UAE’s seminal history on this full day tour. Starting in Al Seef district at Dubai Creek where the city originates, retrace the steps of fishermen, pearl-divers and weavers who once came to trade, as you wander through the Sikkas, pedestrian streets that line water’s edge. Stroll through narrow alleyways in Dubai’s oldest Al Bastakiya quarter en route to Dubai Museum located in Al Fahidi Fort built in 1787. Be mesmerized by the vibrant, colorful trade in Souk Al Kabeer before boarding an Abra, traditional water taxi across Dubai Creek. Walk through the Spice Souk where sacks of jute overflow with fragrant spices and herbs brought in on Dhows from India and Iran, much as in bygone times.
Work up an appetite then enjoy a Set Menu lunch at an Emirati restaurant. Continue to Zabeel Palace for a photo-stop outside the home of Dubai’s ruler and UAE’s Vice President. Stop next at the 21st century Etihad Museum; be enthralled with the story of UAE’s foundation, told via a unique experience driven journey through pavilions, exhibitions and interactive programs exploring the events leading to UAE’s unification in 1971. Afterwards see Union House where the documents of unification were signed. Finally visit Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque, renowned for its unique architecture inspired by Istanbul’s Blue Mosque.
Note: To visit the Mosque Only – Dress Code is loose long trousers or long skirts reaching the ankles and long sleeves reaching the wrists. Shoulders must be covered. No shorts for men, no tight or transparent clothing, no visible tattoos. Women must bring a scarf to cover their heads.
Breakfast and Lunch Included
DAY 5 – THURS, DEC 29, 2022
8:30am to 6pm – The Arabian Jewel – Abu Dhabi City Tour with English Speaking Guide
Join this tour for an overview of the most visited sights in Abu Dhabi – UAE’s capital that is built on a natural island. After arriving in Abu Dhabi, you stop first at Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest in the world hosting more than 30,000 worshippers. Completely clad in marble, the mosque has numerous intricate Islamic decorations. Afterwards, enjoy a photo-stop at Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi’s famous “7-star hotel”. Take stunning pictures of the Manhattan-esque skyline from the artificial ‘breakwater’ then travel past the pristine gardens and beaches of the Corniche to visit Qasr Al Hosn, former residence of the ruling Al-Nahyan family and built around the island’s only fresh water well. Drive past Etihad Square displaying important items from UAE’s history and culture then head to Central Souq for a mingle with the locals at this charming souk where everything from gold to souvenirs can be haggled for. Later visit the traditional date market for a look at the staggering varieties of this beloved fruit before continuing to Saadiyat Island, a cultural hub and home to the stunning Louvre Abu Dhabi for photos. At the nearby Yas Island there is time for a final stop at the world’s first Ferrari World theme park for souvenirs.
Note: To visit the Mosque Only – Dress Code is loose long trousers or long skirts reaching the ankles and long sleeves reaching the wrists. Shoulders must be covered. No shorts for men, no tight or transparent clothing, no visible tattoos. Women must bring a scarf to cover their heads.
Breakfast Included
DAY 6 – FRI, DEC 30 2022
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel before your early afternoon tours begin.
1:00pm to 4pm – Visit Miracle Garden
Each season, as the weather begins to cool at the onset of winter, the gates reopen at Dubai Miracle Garden. With more than 150 million flowers in full bloom, this 72,000-sq-m paradise has flowered into one of the region’s most picturesque, sweet-scented destinations since it first opened nearly nine years ago.
5:00pm to 11pm – Visit Global Village
The largest seasonal cultural extravaganza in the region that offers visitors an amazing array of festivals, shopping and entertainment in an open-air theme park. This entertainment and shopping destination hosts over 70 participating countries presented in over 36 pavilions, with more than 50 fun rides and 26 restaurants offering cuisines from around the world.
Breakfast Included
DAY 7 – SAT, DEC 31 2022
Breakfast at Hotel
Full day leisure at the hotel
Evening at RIXOS to celebrate the New Year sponsored by The Mutambis
Breakfast and Dinner Included
DAY 8 – SUN, JAN 1 2023
This is your day to relax and explore at leisure.
You can enjoy pool games, a pop-up outdoor cinema, or a lazy day on the couch telling jokes on your final day in paradise.
DAY 9 – MON, JAN 2 2023
This is your day to relax and explore at leisure.
You can enjoy pool games, a pop-up outdoor cinema, or a lazy day on the couch telling jokes on your final day in paradise.
DAY 10 – TUES, JAN 3 2023
To fly back to Los Angeles, you’ll enjoy a private transfer to the Dubai airport.
Farewell Dubai!
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Jackie Williams
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