5-Day Dubai Adventure

  • Day 1: Dubai Miracle Garden
    30 minutes (19.1 km) from Dubai International Airport Terminal 3

    The Dubai Miracle Garden is the world’s largest flower garden with over 45 million flowers. It's a perfect location for nature lovers, and visitors can enjoy the mesmerizing view of flowers arranged artistically. Also, there's a butterfly garden and other attractions for visitors.

  • Day 2: Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa
    25 minutes (19.6 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Dubai Mall is one of the biggest malls in the world, with over 1,300 retail shops, 200 cafes and restaurants, and several entertainment facilities. Visitors can witness the world's biggest choreographed fountain system show in front of the mall. Burj Khalifa, the tallest building globally, is located next to the mall, and visitors can take an elevator to reach the top for a breathtaking view of Dubai from above.

  • Day 3: Desert Safari
    1 hour 20 minutes (63.4 km) from Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa

    A thrilling and adventurous day filled with adrenaline awaits visitors at the Desert Safari. Visitors can witness the desert wildlife, traditions, camel rides, quad biking, sandboarding, and a sumptuous BBQ dinner with Tanoura dance and Belly dance performances. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore UAE's culture and beauty.

  • Day 4: Ski Dubai and Mall of the Emirates
    25 minutes (19.6 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Ski Dubai is located within the Mall of the Emirates and is the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East. Visitors can ski, snowboard, toboggan or even just enjoy a snowfight at this unique attraction. Afterward, visitors can enjoy shopping, dining, and more in Mall of the Emirates.

  • Day 5: Dubai Marina and JBR Beach
    30 minutes (26.6 km) from Ski Dubai and Mall of the Emirates

    Dubai Marina is a man-made canal city complete with luxurious mansions, modern skyscrapers, and plenty of dining and entertainment options. Visitors can take a stroll along the Dubai Marina Walk to enjoy the soft breeze and scintillating sights of the Arabian Gulf. JBR Beach is an ideal location for water sports, sunbathing, and swimming.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dubai Miracle Garden (2 hours, AED 55)
  • Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa (4 - 6 hours, AED 120 - AED 500)
  • Desert Safari (6 hours, AED 250 - AED 500)
  • Ski Dubai and Mall of the Emirates (4 - 6 hours, AED 180 - AED 600)
  • Dubai Marina and JBR Beach (4 - 6 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: AED 605 - AED 1655

Transportation

Visitors can use taxis, ride-sharing services like Uber, or the Dubai Metro to travel within the city. It's advisable to get a NOL card, which can be used conveniently on Riyadh Metro, Dubai Tram, and other public transportation within Dubai. Taxis are available all around the city and are relatively cheap compared to other modes of transportation, but visitors should agree upfront on the hired fare. Estimated Transportation Costs: AED 200 - AED 500

Useful tips

For visitors with more time, other attractions they must visit include the Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Garden, Dubai Creek, The Dubai Fountain, and the Dubai Museum. For those with less time, reduce more extended activities like the Desert Safari or Ski Dubai to half a day or one hour, respectively. Visit Dubai's websites and apps for information on the latest news and events happening in and around the city.

Airports

Dubai International Airport (DXB) serves as the primary airport, located 5 km southeast of Dubai. The airport is well connected with the city and offers various options such as Taxis, Buses, Trains, Metro services to transport visitors to and from the airport. The distance from the city center to the airport is around 14 km.

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