Start your morning with a leisurely brunch at The Dubai Fountain Boardwalk area-savor Emirati-inspired dishes and aromatic Arabic coffee while watching the iconic fountain rehearsals; afterward, stroll through The Dubai Mall's quieter hours to explore the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo and the Souk Al Bahar pedestrian bridge for views of the skyline. Before midday, hop to Alserkal Avenue in Al Quoz for contemporary art galleries and pop-up cafés, a calm cultural contrast to the city's skyscrapers that sets you up perfectly for an afternoon ascent of the Burj Khalifa and the desert sunset to come.
After a cultured morning, take a short taxi to Burj Khalifa - At The Top SKY (Level 148/125) for a late-afternoon ascent timed for golden-hour city views, then linger at the observation decks to watch the skyscrapers and coastline soften into sunset. Follow this with a relaxed stroll and coffee at The Dubai Opera Plaza and nearby alfresco terraces, where you can enjoy people-watching and live street performers before heading to your evening desert transfer.
After your desert transfer, arrive at a traditional Bedouin-style camp where you can ride a camel at dusk and watch a golden desert sunset while sipping mint tea; enjoy live entertainment like Arabic drumming, belly dance, and a henna station for a memorable cultural exchange. Settle in for a barbecue under the stars with flavorful grilled meats, mezze and fresh salads at the camp's communal tables, then end the night with a short return to the city-consider a relaxed drink at Al Seef Riverside Lounge for a calm waterfront wind-down before heading to your hotel.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| The Dubai Fountain Boardwalk (brunch at nearby cafés) | AED120 |
| The Dubai Mall (general access) | Free |
| Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo (General Admission) | AED135 |
| Souk Al Bahar (pedestrian bridge / browsing) | Free |
| Alserkal Avenue (galleries & cafés - general entry) | Free |
| Burj Khalifa - At The Top SKY (Levels 148 + 125, prime sunset slot) | AED550 |
| The Dubai Opera Plaza (coffee/terrace seating) | AED50 |
| Desert safari (Bedouin-style camp, camel ride, entertainment & BBQ) | AED250 |
| Henna station (typical cost at camp) | AED50 |
| Al Seef Riverside Lounge (drink) | AED60 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | AED1215 |