60 days in United Arab Emirates & Lisbon Itinerary

Take a trip to Abu Dhabi to discover a modern metropolis built on a strip of land jutting out into the Persian Gulf.

Spend the 5th (Sun) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. Make the 6th (Mon) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, take an in-depth tour of Louvre Abu Dhabi, steep yourself in history at Qasr Al Hosn, and don't miss a visit to Observation Deck at 300.

To find photos, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Abu Dhabi vacation planner.

If you are flying in from United Arab Emirates, the closest major aiports are Abu Dhabi International Airport, Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport. In March, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to fly to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Get out of town with these interesting Lisbon side-trips: Evora (Igreja de Sao Francisco, Capela dos Ossos, &more), Sintra (Centro Historico de Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira, &more) and Cascais (Boca do Inferno, Centro Historico de Cascais, &more). On the 27th (Mon), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. The adventure continues: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium, explore the historical opulence of Castelo de S. Jorge, make a trip to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), and explore the world behind art at Museu Nacional do Azulejo.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Lisbon trip planner.

Fly from Abu Dhabi to Lisbon in 11 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone difference moving from Gulf Standard Time (GST) to Western European Standard Time (WET) is minus 4 hours. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Abu Dhabi in March: high temperatures in Lisbon hover around 20°C and lows are around 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Ras Al Khaimah.

Nicknamed "the Rising Emirate," Ras Al Khaimah may be an unfamiliar name to many tourists, but has been tipped as the next Dubai thanks to its steady development (along with the rest of the U.A.E.) of luxury resorts, retail districts, and shopping malls.

Change things up with these side-trips from Ras Al Khaimah: Dibba Al Fujairah (Spas & Al Qela'a). There's still lots to do: stroll through Wadi Bih, admire the engineering at Wadi Shawka, explore the galleries of Moon Arts, and browse the fresh offerings at Fish Market.

To find photos, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Ras Al Khaimah online driving holiday planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Lisbon to Ras Al Khaimah. Traveling from Lisbon to Ras Al Khaimah, you'll lose 4 hours due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Lisbon, expect much hotter days and somewhat warmer nights in Ras Al Khaimah, ranging from highs of 41°C to lows of 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to drive to Fujairah.

The commercial and business center of the U.A.E., and the largest town along the east coast, Fujairah features busy office buildings, shopping malls, and giant fields of oil containers.

On the 12th (Wed), stroll through Al Rabi Hiking Trail and then stroll through Khorfakkan, Heart Beach. On your second day here, explore the historical opulence of Al Hayl Castle, cast your line with Soolyman Sportfishing, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sheikh Zayed Mosque - Fujairah.

To find ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Fujairah trip planner.

Drive from Ras Al Khaimah to Fujairah in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Ras Al Khaimah in April, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 29°C in Fujairah. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can go by car to Al Ain.

A trip to Al Ain, a refreshing oasis of green amid the harsh desert, offers a scenic break from the hum of Abu Dhabi.

Al Ain is known for nature, zoos & aquariums, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Al Jahili Fort, see the interesting displays at Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Jebel Hafeet, and browse the different shops at Al Foah Mall.

Klarna Trips's itinerary builder makes planning a Al Ain trip simple and quick.

Drive from Fujairah to Al Ain in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can go by car to Dubai.

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Dubai: Sharjah (Al Noor Mosque, Souk Al Arsah, &more). Plan for a day of cool, family-friendly fun on the 28th (Fri) at Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark. Spend the 20th (Thu) exploring nature at Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. And it doesn't end there: admire the striking features of Burj Khalifa, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, buy something for everyone on your list at The Dubai Mall, and get to know the fascinating history of Bastakia Quarter.

For photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Dubai trip itinerary planning site.

You can drive from Al Ain to Dubai in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In April in Dubai, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Liwa Oasis.

Known as the birthplace of the ruling families of Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Liwa Oasis is a fascinating cluster of villages and desert oases.

On the 1st (Mon), stroll through Moreeb Dune.

For maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Liwa Oasis trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Dubai to Liwa Oasis. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.