🏙️ Dubai & Abu Dhabi: the Gulf in 6 Days
Skyscrapers, desert safari, luxury shopping and modern architecture. Short but dense; you can even turn a layover into a holiday.
Visa status for this route
The itinerary below is the same for everyone. What changes is how your passport enters these countries.
Pick your passport to see your visa statusThe route, night by night (6 nights)
- 01
Dubai
4 nightsBurj Khalifa, the Marina, desert safari, the Old Dubai souks, beaches.
- 02
Abu Dhabi
2 nightsSheikh Zayed Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Ferrari World.
Best season
November–March (summer is extremely hot)
Getting around
Metro + Careem/Uber; Dubai–Abu Dhabi by bus/car in 1.5 hours.
What to know before you go
- —Avoid the summer months; it can hit 45°C outside. Everywhere is air-conditioned, but daytime is tough.
- —Alcohol only in licensed venues; respect local rules.
- —The metro is cheap and clean; prefer it over taxis.
Important: this content is general information
Visa rules can change without notice. Always confirm your situation with an official source before you travel: Also check with the embassy or consulate of your destination country in your own country. The information on this page is guidance, not legal advice.