Silhouette of Dubai's towers at sunset

Itinerary + ready-made package

3 Days Dubai Itinerary & Tour Package

The essentials of the UAE in three days: a sunset desert safari, a full day in Abu Dhabi, and old and new Dubai, with airport pickup and drop-off at DXB. Follow the plan yourself, or let us arrange all of it.

  • Desert safari
  • Abu Dhabi tour
  • Dubai city tour
  • DXB pickup & drop-off

Photo: Ziad Al Halabi / Unsplash

Your 3 days at a glance

3 days Dubai itinerary, day by day

One highlight per day: the desert, the capital and Dubai itself. Here's exactly what's included on each tour.

Rippled red sand dunes Day 1

Airport pickup & evening desert safari

  • Afternoon – evening
  • Dubai desert

Land at DXB and settle into your hotel, then head out for sunset in the dunes and dinner at a desert camp.

Included

  • DXB airport pickup to your hotel
  • Hotel pickup for the safari
  • 4x4 dune bashing
  • Sunset photo stop
  • Camel ride & sandboarding
  • BBQ buffet dinner (veg & non-veg)
  • 5 live shows, including fire and belly dance
  • Soft drinks, tea & coffee, plus henna

Tip: On an early flight? Rest at the hotel first. The safari pickup is in the afternoon.

Desert safari details → Photo: Mike Iukhtenko / Unsplash
Marble columns and arches inside Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Day 2

Abu Dhabi city tour

  • Full day
  • Abu Dhabi

A full day in the UAE capital, with the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque as the highlight.

Included

  • Hotel pickup & drop-off in Dubai
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
  • Emirates Palace & Etihad Towers
  • Heritage Village & the Corniche
  • Saadiyat Island & Yas Island (Ferrari World photo stop)
  • Carpet & dates markets
  • Bottled water

Tip: Mosque dress code: loose clothes covering arms and legs, and a headscarf for women. Carry your ID.

Abu Dhabi tour details → Photo: Djordje Stanivukovic / Unsplash
Traditional wooden boats on the water Day 3

Dubai city tour & airport drop-off

  • Morning
  • Old & new Dubai

See old and new Dubai, then we take you straight to the airport for your flight home.

Included

  • Hotel pickup (bring your luggage)
  • Al Fahidi Historical District
  • Abra ride across Dubai Creek
  • Gold Souk & Spice Souk
  • Photo stops: Jumeirah Mosque, Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Frame & Museum of the Future
  • DXB airport drop-off

Tip: Book a flight from the afternoon onwards, and share your flight time so we can plan the day.

City tour details → Photo: Nick Fewings / Unsplash

Free photos from Unsplash. The order of the days can be adjusted to your flight times.

3 days Dubai tour package: summary

  • Airport pickup at DXB on arrival, and drop-off on departure
  • Evening desert safari with dune bashing, sunset, camel ride, BBQ dinner and shows
  • Abu Dhabi city tour including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
  • Dubai city tour of old and new Dubai
  • Hotel pickups for each tour

Not included

  • Flight tickets
  • Hotel accommodation (tell us if you need suggestions)
  • Attraction tickets, such as Burj Khalifa or Ferrari World
  • Meals, except the BBQ dinner on the desert safari
  • Personal expenses

3-day package prices

Sharing packageTours with other travellersAED 700per person
Exclusive vehiclePrivate car & driver, up to 10 hoursAED 990per day
CustomisedChange days, tours or group sizeGet a quote

Want to change something?

Swap a tour, add a day or travel as a group: send us your plan and we'll quote it. The exclusive option gives you a private vehicle and driver for up to 10 hours per day.

Planning your budget

How much does a 3-day Dubai trip cost?

Your total cost depends on four things. Our package covers the first one: the tours and airport transfers.

Tours & transfers

Covered by this package: from AED 700 per person on the sharing option.

Hotel for 2 nights

Not included. Prices vary widely by area and season; choosing a central hotel keeps pickup times shorter.

Meals & extras

Lunches and two dinners, plus any attraction tickets you'd like, such as Burj Khalifa.

Best time to go: October to April, when the weather is most comfortable for sightseeing and the desert evenings are cool.

Book or customise

Book your 3 days in Dubai

Choose sharing or exclusive, or select "Customise it" to request a quote. Add your arrival date and flight details, and we'll confirm everything.

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FAQ

3 days in Dubai: questions

Is 3 days enough for Dubai?

Three days is enough for the main highlights: one day in the desert, one in Abu Dhabi and one in Dubai. For beaches, theme parks or more shopping, add a day or two.

How much is the 3 days Dubai tour package?

Our 3-day Dubai package costs AED 700 per person on the sharing option, or AED 990 per day for the exclusive option (private vehicle, up to 10 hours). It includes DXB airport pickup and drop-off, the evening desert safari with BBQ dinner, the Abu Dhabi city tour and the Dubai city tour.

Is this a Dubai 2 nights 3 days package with hotel?

The package covers your tours and airport transfers over 3 days and 2 nights. Hotel accommodation is not included, so you can choose your own. Ask us if you'd like suggestions.

What if my flight arrives late or leaves early?

Tell us your flight times when you book. We'll arrange the airport transfers and adjust the order of the days where possible.

Can I customise this 3 day Dubai itinerary?

Yes. Swap Abu Dhabi for Hatta or a dune buggy ride, upgrade to the VIP safari, or add days. Choose "Customise it" in the form and we'll send you a quote.

Which meals are included?

The BBQ dinner during the desert safari is included. All other meals are at your own expense.