Morning: Arrive at Dubai International Airport. Private minivan transfers the group to Marriott Executive Apartments Dubai Creek where a welcome beverage is offered.
Afternoon: Check‑in to the three‑bedroom apartment, unpack, and enjoy the pool and kids’ play area. A light lunch is served at the hotel’s family‑friendly café.
Evening: Stroll along Dubai Marina and dine at Ravi’s Indian Kitchen, which offers a kids’ menu and spacious seating. Return to the apartment for an early night.
Find HotelsMorning: Start with a visit to the iconic Burj Khalifa (At‑the‑Top observation deck) followed by a walk through the dazzling Dubai Mall. Children can explore the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.
Afternoon: Head to historic Al Fahidi Historic District and the Dubai Museum for a cultural glimpse. Lunch at Al Fanar Restaurant serves authentic Emirati dishes suitable for all ages.
Evening: Enjoy a relaxing Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek, featuring live entertainment and a buffet that caters to both adults and youngsters.
Find HotelsMorning: Free time to relax by the hotel pool or visit the nearby Al Seef waterfront for a leisurely walk.
Afternoon: Depart for the desert where a 4×4 dune‑bashing session thrills the older kids, while the little ones enjoy a safe sand‑play area. The safari includes camel rides and a sand‑boarding demo.
Evening: Savor a traditional Bedouin‑style dinner with belly‑dance performance at the desert camp, then return to the hotel for a good night’s rest.
Find HotelsMorning: Spend the morning at Atlantis Aquaventure Water Park. The family can enjoy the lazy river, wave pool, and toddler‑friendly splash zones.
Afternoon: After lunch at the park’s beachfront restaurant, head to Ski Dubai in Mall of the Emirates for a magical snow‑park experience, complete with tubing and an indoor snow‑play area for the little ones.
Evening: Return to the hotel for a relaxed dinner at the on‑site Italian Bistro. Optional evening walk along the Creek promenade.
Find HotelsMorning: Private coach drives to Abu Dhabi for a thrilling visit to Ferrari World. Families can enjoy the “Junior Grand Prix” ride and the “Flying Aces” coaster (age‑appropriate for older kids).
Afternoon: Quick tour of the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque before heading back to Dubai. Light lunch at the Abu Dhabi mall.
Evening: Final group dinner at The Cheesecake Factory in Dubai Mall, offering a wide variety of dishes and a kids’ menu. Pack and prepare for departure the next morning.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, add an extra day for a leisurely beach visit at Jumeirah or a spa morning for the adults. If you need to shorten it, combine the water park and ski experiences into a single day (using a fast‑track ticket) and skip the optional mosque visit, saving both time and a few hundred dollars while still keeping the core fun elements.