Dubai Tour Packages
Dubai is a city of record-breaking towers, desert adventures and shopping festivals. The Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, the Museum of the Future, desert safaris with dune bashing and dhow cruises make it a favourite short break from India.
Dubai at a glance
- LocationUnited Arab Emirates, Middle East
- Time zone1 hour 30 minutes behind India
- Driving sideRight
- Calling code+971
- CurrencyUAE dirham (AED)
- LanguagesArabic, English
- Power plugsType G (also C and D) · 230 V
- Ideal stay4–5 days
Best time to visit: November to March
Top Dubai travel packages
A few of our Dubai itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Essential tips for travelling to Dubai
UAE dirham (AED). Carry some local currency for markets, small shops and tips, and ask your bank about international card charges before you travel.
Around 10% where service is not included.
Tap water is desalinated and treated; most residents and visitors drink bottled water.
Type G (also C and D) · 230 V. Indian two-pin plugs usually fit; carry an adapter for three-pin chargers.
999 (police), 998 (ambulance)
Languages spoken: Arabic, English.
Dubai's Metro and taxis are efficient; Abu Dhabi is about 1.5 hours away by road. Most sightseeing is by private or shared transfer.
Dress modestly in malls and public places; mosques require full cover and provide abayas.
Book the Burj Khalifa at sunset in advance; it is the most popular slot.
Book the Burj Khalifa at sunset (prime time) in advance.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Dubai
Dubai is a city of record-breaking towers, desert adventures and shopping festivals. The Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, the Museum of the Future, desert safaris with dune bashing and dhow cruises make it a favourite short break from India.
Highlights include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and fountain show, Desert safari and Museum of the Future. Local food worth trying: Shawarma, Al machboos, Luqaimat and Indian food everywhere. Plan 4–5 days here; it suits families, shoppers, honeymooners. Our Dubai itineraries run from 3 to 9 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
November to March. Pleasant days; Dubai Shopping Festival in winter.
How to reach Dubai
- By air: Dubai International Airport (DXB), about 4.5 hours from Chennai
- By rail: Dubai Metro
- By road: About 1.5 hours to Abu Dhabi
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
7D / 6NDubai · MaldivesMaldives & Dubai
A honeymoon with two moods: three nights of Dubai's skyline, desert safari and shopping, then three nights in a Maldives lagoon villa.
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8D / 7NDubai · MauritiusMauritius & Dubai
A Dubai stopover with a desert safari, then five nights in Mauritius.
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5D / 4NDubaiDubai Classic Holiday
The Burj Khalifa, a desert safari, a Marina dhow cruise, Museum of the Future and the old souks.
View itinerary →6D / 5NDubai · Abu DhabiDubai & Abu Dhabi
Dubai's icons plus the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, BAPS Mandir and Yas Island.
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6D / 5NDubaiDubai Honeymoon
A beach resort on the Palm, a private desert dinner, the Burj Khalifa at sunset and a yacht cruise.
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4D / 3NDubaiDubai Short Break
Three nights for the Burj Khalifa, desert safari and Dubai Mall fountain show.
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7D / 6NDubaiDubai Shopping Festival Trip
Timed for the Dubai Shopping Festival with Global Village, fireworks and sales.
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3D / 2NDubaiDubai Group Tour
A quick group trip with a desert safari, a dhow cruise and the Burj Khalifa.
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7D / 6NDubai · Abu DhabiUAE Luxury Holiday
Five-star stays in both cities with private tours, a seaplane flight and fine dining.
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7D / 6NDubai · MuscatDubai & Oman
Dubai's skyline and Oman's quieter side, with wadis, souqs and dolphin cruises.
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9D / 8NDubai · Istanbul · CappadociaDubai & Turkey
Dubai's desert and skyline, Istanbul's mosques, bazaars and Bosphorus, and sunrise balloon flights over the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia.
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3D / 2NDubai · Abu DhabiDubai Stopover
A two-night stopover between flights to see the best of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
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7D / 6NDubai · SingaporeDubai & Singapore
Two of the most family-friendly cities in the world in one week.
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7D / 6NDubai · Abu DhabiDubai Senior-Friendly Holiday
Air-conditioned sightseeing and short days across the two emirates, with step-free options checked for each stop when we plan.
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6D / 5NQatar · DubaiQatar & Dubai
Two Gulf cities in five nights: Doha's Museum of Islamic Art, Souq Waqif and Inland Sea, then Dubai's Burj Khalifa and desert safari.
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8D / 7NDubai · Petra · Amman & the Dead SeaJordan & Dubai
Dubai's modern icons for three nights, then a short flight to Jordan for two days at Petra and the Dead Sea and Jerash from Amman.
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8D / 7NDubai · Abu DhabiDubai & Abu Dhabi Kids' Holiday
Aquaventure, IMG Worlds of Adventure, the Dubai Aquarium and a gentle desert evening in Dubai, then Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld on Yas Island.
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5D / 4NDubaiDubai & Abu Dhabi Delight
Four nights in Dubai with the Burj Khalifa, a dune-bashing desert safari, a Marina dhow cruise dinner and a day in Abu Dhabi for the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the BAPS Hindu Mandir.
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More places in United Arab Emirates
Top things to see in Dubai
Kids' favourites in Dubai
Theme parks, dinosaurs and family fun. See all kids' places around the world.
Palm Jumeirah, DubaiAtlantis Aquaventure
A giant water park with slides through shark lagoons, next to the Lost Chambers aquarium.
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Dubai Parks and Resorts, UAELEGOLAND Dubai
Rides, driving schools and a LEGO Miniland of Dubai's skyline, plus a water park.
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Dubai, UAEIMG Worlds of Adventure
One of the world's largest indoor theme parks, with Marvel and Cartoon Network zones.
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Mall of the Emirates, DubaiSki Dubai
Real snow, sledging and penguins, inside a shopping mall in the desert.
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Wildlife experiences
Sightings depend on season and luck and are never guaranteed. Keep your distance, stay with licensed guides and never feed wild animals.
Cultural experiences in Dubai
Heritage and landmarks
Experiences
- Shopping
On the menuFood to try
- Shawarma
- Al machboos
- Luqaimat
- Indian food everywhere
Outdoor activities in Dubai
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Dubai: November to March. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Dubai travel tips
Visa and entry
Entry rules for Indian passport holders change, including visa-free, visa-on-arrival and e-visa schemes, so confirm the current rules on the official government or embassy website for United Arab Emirates before booking flights. Most countries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. We check the current requirements when we prepare your quote; we cannot guarantee visa approval.
Health and safety
Buy travel insurance that covers medical treatment and evacuation; healthcare abroad can be expensive. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription. For current safety advice, check the travel advisories published by the Government of India and the embassy in United Arab Emirates.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the UAE dirham (AED). Around 10% where service is not included.
Best time to visit
November to March. Pleasant days; Dubai Shopping Festival in winter.
Getting around
Dubai's Metro and taxis are efficient; Abu Dhabi is about 1.5 hours away by road. Most sightseeing is by private or shared transfer.
Local etiquette
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
- Dress modestly in malls and public places; mosques require full cover and provide abayas.
What to pack
Pack comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Indian mobile operators sell international roaming packs, or you can buy a local SIM or eSIM on arrival with your passport. Check that your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM before you travel.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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Destinations near Dubai
OmanNizwa & Jebel Akhdar
Nizwa was Oman's capital in the 6th and 7th centuries and has a famous round-towered fort and Friday livestock market.
OmanMuscat
Muscat is a low-rise, whitewashed capital between mountains and sea, with the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Mutrah Souq, the Royal Opera House and dolphin-watching trips along the coast.
Middle EastQatar
Qatar is a compact Gulf state whose capital, Doha, has world-class museums, a restored souq and a waterfront Corniche.
OmanSalalah
Salalah, in southern Oman, turns green during the khareef monsoon from June to September, when Gulf visitors come for mist, waterfalls and coconut groves.
IranMashhad
Mashhad grew around the shrine of Imam Reza, the eighth Shia Imam, whose golden dome stands at the centre of the Haram-e Razavi, a city of courtyards, mosques, libraries and museums.
IraqNajaf
Najaf is the city of the Imam Ali shrine, whose golden dome rises over one of the holiest places in Shia Islam, and of Wadi-us-Salaam, among the largest cemeteries in the world.
Dubai guides and articles
Travel guideBest time to visit Dubai: winter, summer and festival months
When to visit Dubai for comfortable weather, the Shopping Festival, Global Village and good summer deals, and what Ramadan means for visitors.
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Travel guideDubai in 4 days: icons, desert and old souks
A practical four-day Dubai itinerary with the Burj Khalifa, a desert safari, old Dubai, a dhow cruise and an optional day in Abu Dhabi.
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Travel guideGetting around Dubai: Metro, taxis, abras and day trips
How to travel around Dubai on the Metro, taxis, ride-hailing and water taxis, plus how to reach Abu Dhabi and the desert.
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Travel guideTravel insurance explained: what it covers and why it matters
What travel insurance covers, which countries require it, what to check in the policy and when adventure activities need extra cover.
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Travel guideMoney abroad: forex cards, credit cards and cash for Indian travellers
How to carry money on an international trip from India: forex cards, debit and credit cards, cash, currency conversion and avoiding hidden fees.
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Travel guideYour first international trip: a step-by-step checklist
A step-by-step checklist for a first trip abroad from India, from passport and visa to forex, insurance, packing and arriving at your destination.
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