Explore the most historical and modern landmarks in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and delve into desert life by racing through the dunes in a 4-wheel-drive vehicle before dining in a traditional Bedouin village.

Day 1

After disembarking the ship in Dubai, meet your guide and depart on a sightseeing tour to see some of the historical parts of Dubai.

Visit a museum housed in the 18th Century Al Fahidi Fort which features realistic displays and sound effects depicting various scenes providing a fascinating glimpse of the historical links of the city with trading and pearl diving.

Next, enjoy a ride across the famed Dubai creek in a local water taxi called an “abra” to see the bustling activities on the waterfront. This is followed by a visit to the aromatic spice souk and the extensive glittering gold souk where you can buy exquisite gold jewelry at prices lower than anywhere else in the world.

Before lunch, proceed to the Museum of The Future where you will step into the year 2071. Walk past exhibitions that straddle the past and future in a beautiful blend. Admire the gleaming 77-meter torus-shaped structure with

calligraphy panels all around. The absence of columns inside makes this structure quite a feat in modern engineering. Spread across five floors are five different chapters covering themes of climate change, ecology,

health, wellness, spirituality, imagination, and the future of space travel and living.

Enjoy lunch in a 5-star hotel before proceeding to your hotel for check in.

The remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.

Day 2

Enjoy breakfast at hotel before setting out for Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates and named after a breed of gazelles by a Sheikh of the Bani Yas tribe. This magnificent city which was founded in 1761 is situated on a small peninsula surrounded by a cluster of islands.

Your tour today offers an ideal introduction to Abu Dhabi. The first stop is the magnificent Grand Mosque of Abu Dhabi. The majestic Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque is probably the most imposing religious and national landmark in Abu Dhabi to date. It is also arguably one of the most important architectural treasures of contemporary UAE society - and one of the most beautiful in the world - initiated no less by the late president HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who is fondly thought of as the father of UAE.

Also pay a visit to Qasr al Watan Palace. Prepare to walk through majestic hallways, uncover centuries of Arabian knowledge, marvel at the beauty of Arabian craftsmanship, express yourself with interactive installations, and delve into the region’s rich heritage of artistic contributions.

Following your enlightening visit at the Palace, the group will have lunch at a restaurant in the Conrad Etihad Towers.

This is followed by a visit to the Louvre Abu Dhabi – the first universal museum in the Arab world. This museum brings the Louvre name to Abu Dhabi and presents both ancient and contemporary works of historic, cultural, and sociological interest from around the world. Virtually surrounded by the sea, the dozens of buildings that comprise the museum are linked by waterfront promenades and by the museum’s most arresting feature – its dome. As sunlight filters through the dome’s perforations, it creates a “rain of light” effect in the museum galleries below.

Return to Dubai where the remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.

**Note: The Grand Mosque does not provide ladies a headscarf or abaya free of charge and there is no shop on sight to buy them. Ladies please come prepared with something to cover you head or entrance will unfortunately be denied. For men and women: no transparent clothing, no shorts or skirts, no sleeveless shirts, no clothing with profanity and no tight clothing (including leggings) or beachwear.

Day 3

Following breakfast at your hotel enjoy a morning at leisure to enjoy the facilities of the hotel or perhaps to do some exploring near your hotel. Lunch is on your own.

In the afternoon you will depart for an adventurous dune dinner safari. Experience the sheer thrill of driving up and down golden yellow sand dunes in comfortable 4-wheel drive vehicles. Drive past the Bedouin villages and stop at a camel camp to discuss the “news” of the day!

You will then enjoy some thrilling dune bashing with the experienced drivers over golden sand dunes.

Close to sunset, the group arrives at the sunset point where "time stands still". Experience the silence of the desert and watch the stunning vista of endless dunes and the magical desert sunset.

After sunset you will continue your journey deep into the desert until you reach the soft light of a Bedouin Village.

The campsite is specifically built to depict an authentic Bedouin Village with Barasti (dried palm leaves) tents. It is beautifully lit and decorated with rustic carpets and low tables with soft Arabic music in the background. Despite the rustic appeal, the campsite does have modern restroom facilities and basins with running water.

The campsite even has one area set-up with hubbly bubbly water pipes (Shisha’s) where you can relax and try a puff or two of this local favorite past time after your buffet barbeque dinner or you can watch a belly dancer as she dances to the rhythm of the music.

Following this fun filled Arabian evening you will head back to your hotel.

**Note: Guests do not drive. 4-wheel drive vehicles are used and the drive can be quite bumpy. This is not recommended for anyone with bad backs or if they are pregnant. We recommend having a light lunch prior to the commencement of the tour. Please wear casual clothing and bring a light sweater or jacket for the evening hours. This tour is subject to weather conditions. Seating for the dinner is on low divan cushions as per the typical Bedouin way of dining

Day 4

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Checkout and transfer to the Dubai International Airport according to your departure flight schedule. Check out time is 12:00 noon. Luggage storage facility is available at the hotel for those who are leaving by late flights. Guests with flights out of Abu Dhabi will be required to pay a surcharge for a transfer.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.

Day 1

9:00am Disembark the ship in Dubai and meet your guide. Depart for a Historical Dubai tour

9:45am Visit the Dubai Museum

10:45am Take an Abra ride and cross the creek for visit to Spice Souq and Gold Souq

12:00pm Drive to the Museum of Future

12:30pm Visit Museum of future

1:30pm Proceed for lunch in 5-star hotel

3:00pm After lunch proceed to your hotel for check-in

Remainder of the day at leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Marriott Marquis or similar hotel

Day 2

AM Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Drive to Abu Dhabi and visit the Grand Mosque and Qasr al Watan Palace

2:00pm Lunch at a 5-star hotel

3:00pm Transfer to and visit the Louvre Abu Dhabi

5:00pm Return to your hotel in Dubai

Remainder of the day at leisure, dinner on own

Overnight at the Marriott Marquis or similar hotel

Day 3

AM Breakfast at your hotel and morning at leisure

Lunch on own

3:15pm Drive to the desert in 4WD Jeeps (guests do not drive)

4:30pm Dune drive

5:30pm Arrival at camp site

6:00pm Dinner at the camp site

9:00pm Return drive to your hotel

Overnight at the Marriot Marquis or similar hotel

Day 4

AM Breakfast at your hotel

12:00pm Check-out and transfer to the Dubai International Airport according to your departure flight

schedule. For guests with late flights, luggage storage will be available at your hotel until your transfer time. Guests with flights out of Abu Dhabi will be required to pay a surcharge for a transfer.

Extra Nights:

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.

•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.

Transfers:

•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

Expected Weather:

Warm and Sunny

The average temperature is 26 degrees Celsius or 78-79 degrees Fahrenheit

What to Bring:

Comfortable walking shows, light loose clothing, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, camera, bathing suit.

Currency:

UAE Dirham

Electricity:

220 volts. We recommend bringing your own universal travel adaptor if you will have electric devices.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

All passengers travelling to the United Arab Emirates must be in possession of a passport valid for atleast 6 months from the date of entry into the United Arab Emirates. Please consult your local embassy for any Visa requirements for your nationality.

The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.

If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/ or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.

Accommodations:

Marriott Marquis

Sheikh Zayed Rd - Business Bay - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Phone: +971 4 414 0000

Program Inclusions:

•3 nights at the Marriott Marquis in Dubai or similar hotel including breakfast – Deluxe sea view room

•Transfers

•Half day tour of Old Dubai (including lunch – beverages not included) followed by visit to Museum of Future

•Abu Dhabi tour (including lunch – beverages not included) Louvre, Grand Mosque and Qasr al Watan

•Desert Safari (Al Sahara Experience) including BBQ dinner with soft drinks and water in 4WD jeeps

•Air-conditioned coaches on day tours, accompanied by English speaking guide

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Meals or beverages other than specified above

•Gratuities to guides, drivers and porters

•Any personal expenses

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Price: $1,399 per guest based on double occupancy.

Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.