Estimated total cost per person for the 6-day trip including flights, visa, 5-night hotel, transfers, meals, activities and buffer. Adjust components (hotel class, flights) to fit INR 1.5–2.0 lakh range.
Arrive in Dubai, transfer to your 4–5★ hotel in Downtown/Dubai Marina and check in; most hotels allow luggage drop if early. Plan ~1–1.5 hours for immigration and transfer.
Casual international menu with views across the lake; convenient inside Dubai Mall (open from morning until late). Good first meal to acclimatize and sit near the Burj Khalifa area.
Explore Dubai Mall's attractions and the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo (Aquarium open roughly 10:00–22:00). The mall itself is great for shopping and people-watching by the Burj Lake.
Book a sunset slot for panoramic views from At The Top (typical opening 8:30–23:00); best to reserve timed tickets in advance for 5:30–6:30pm to catch golden hour.
Watch evening fountain performances at the Burj Lake (shows usually every 30 minutes from around 6:00pm–10:00pm); free and dramatic with Burj Khalifa backdrop.
Wander the Al Fahidi Wind Tower district and visit Dubai Museum (typically open ~8:30–19:30); great to understand the city's history and see restored old houses.
Cross Dubai Creek by traditional abra (small fee), explore the Spice and Gold Souks for aromatic markets and jewelry browsing; abra runs frequently throughout the day.
Iconic futuristic museum (usual hours ~10:00–18:00; extended hours on some days) with immersive exhibits; pre-book timed entry tickets well in advance.
Group/private transfer departs from Dubai (approx 1.5–2h drive each way); book a guided full-day Abu Dhabi tour that covers the main highlights to save time.
Drive by or visit Qasr Al Watan (presidential palace) and take exterior and interior photos around Emirates Palace; Qasr Al Watan entry often open 10:00–18:00 with ticketed access.
Pickup in the afternoon for an off-road desert safari (typical 3:00/3:30pm pickup) including dune bashing, sunset photos, camel ride, cultural show and BBQ dinner; returns around 9:00–9:30pm.
Spend the day at Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis (usually open ~10:00–18:00) for slides, lazy rivers and marine experiences; pre-book day tickets and lockers.
Last-minute shopping at Mall of the Emirates or catch a short experience at Ski Dubai (indoor snow; open ~10:00–23:00) if time permits before your flight.
Depart to Dubai International Airport allowing 2–3 hours before international flight check-in and immigration; book private or taxi transfers in advance during peak times.