United Arab Emirates itinerary templates
Compare 2 routes in United Arab Emirates before choosing your base plan. A shorter route covers a few highlights; a longer one leaves room for more neighbourhoods and breaks. Check the actual stops rather than choosing on day count alone, and remember to add travel time between cities if you combine routes.
| Route | City | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi: a 2-day starter | Abu Dhabi | 2 |
| Dubai in 3 days | Dubai | 3 |
Abu Dhabi: a 2-day starter
A light introduction to Abu Dhabi, from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Corniche Road. Four highlights with room to add your own discoveries.
Highlights: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque · Louvre Abu Dhabi · Qasr Al Watan · Corniche Road
Edit this 2-day routeDubai in 3 days
Creek-side heritage, Downtown landmarks and contemporary art, with generous travel breaks.
Highlights: Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood · Dubai Spice Souk · Dubai Gold Souk · Museum of the Future
Edit this 3-day routeFit the route to your trip
For a partial arrival day, move a booked attraction to a full day. With children or a slower walking pace, keep one main visit per half-day and leave meals flexible.
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