8 days in Dubai & Abu Dhabi Itinerary

Visiting Nature & Wildlife Tours and Waterskiing & Jetskiing will get you outdoors. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort and Bastakia Quarter. There's much more to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, admire the landmark architecture of Emirates Towers, contemplate the waterfront views at Dubai Creek, and browse the different shops at The Dubai Mall.

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Dammam, Saudi Arabia to Dubai is an approximately 8.5-hour car ride. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Dammam to Dubai due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Dammam in March, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 24°C in Dubai. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Abu Dhabi.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Wed): boost your wellbeing at The Club SPA, then steep yourself in history at Heritage Village, then browse the different shops at Marina Mall, and finally kick back and relax at Corniche Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Qasr Al Hosn, explore the world behind art at Louvre Abu Dhabi, and then don't miss a visit to The Corniche.

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Traveling by car from Dubai to Abu Dhabi takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of subway and bus; or fly. In March in Abu Dhabi, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 23°C at night. On the 10th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.