Visit the birthplace of western civilization, sail off into the Greek world of sparkling blue waters, Mediterranean sunshine and ancient islands full of history, myth, and wonders. Continue to Dubai a legendary city of skyscrapers and luxury while traveling across the deserts in a 4×4 popping over sand dunes and more.
Athens / Dubai
At Leisure
These un-escorted packages have no set schedule or guides, so you have the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own from your centrally-located hotel.
Athens: Titania Hotel *
Mykonos: Mykonos Palace hotel*
Santorini: El Greco*
Dubai: Grand Excelsior Hotel Burdubai*
* Please note that hotels listed are only reference. Exact hotel will be provided at confirmation.
Arrive in Athens and check-in to your hotel. Balance of day is at leisure. (B)
Morning sightseeing tour of Athens including all famous monuments: the Panathenaic Stadium, the ex. Royal Palace, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). Tour ends with visit at the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum. Balance of the day is at leisure on your own. (B)
Transfer to Athens port for ferry to Mykonos. Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Mykonos. Rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
Today you get to independently explore Mykonos, the international “jetset” with its wonderful sandy beaches as well as the incredible nightlife. (B)
Transfer to Santorini port for your ferry to Santorini. Arrive in Santorini and check-in to your hotel. (B)
A day at leisure to visit the bustling town of Fira, or even the smaller villages of Firostefani, Imerovigli and Oia. Or take an optional boat cruise to Nea Kameni and visit the still active volcano. Wherever you go, enjoy the spectacular views as the sun sets behind the caldera. (B)
Transfer to the port in Santorini for your ferry to Athens (trip of approximately 6-8 hours). Arrive in Athens and transfer to hotel. Balance of the day is leisure. (B)
Enjoy your day at leisure in Athens then transfer to Athens airport for your flight to Dubai. Arrive in Dubai and transfer to your hotel. (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and free morning. In the afternoon excursion by Land Cruisers with departure from the hotel around 03h00 PM – 03h30 PM for a desert safari in 4X4 vehicles with capacity of up to six people per vehicle. An exciting ride through the fantastic sand dunes. You will take unique photographs of the Arabian sunset. After the sunset, behind the golden sand dunes, we will go camping in the desert. Surround yourself with the traditional Arabic atmosphere: the odor of sheepskin, the bonfires, the smell of pipes and the relaxing sounds of Arabian music, all elements of an unforgettable night. After dinner and having regained your strength, a dancer will show you the ancient art of belly dancing. Skiing on the sand dunes and henna tattoos are included along with water, soft drinks and coffee. Return to the hotel around 09:30 PM for overnight. (B, D)
Visit of this modern city with an expert English guide. Departure from the hotel to Deira, passing by the Souk of spices, crossing the Channel and visit of the Dubai Museum. Then visit of the Jumeirah Mosque. Stop for photos at the Burj-Al- Arab, the only 7-star hotel in the world. We will pass the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, the World Trade Center and the International Financial Center. Return to Dubai. Free afternoon. In the evening, departure at 07:30 PM to enjoy the Dubai Creek on a typical cruise, sailing 2 hours aboard a Dhow, a traditional ship used in the last century to transport goods between neighboring countries. The trip will take you from the start to end of the same stream and end up at the illuminated Dubai Creek Golf Club, which resembles the sails of a ship. Dinner included. Return to hotel for overnight. (B, D)
Full-day visit to Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates, with an expert English guide. 2-hour tour from Dubai via the Jebel Ali port, the largest artificial harbor in the world, to Abu Dhabi. Stop to take pictures of the Residence Jazira, former residence of Sheik Zayed and former president of the UAE (Father of the Nation). We’ll admire the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the third largest in the world, as well as, its dedicated tomb. We will continue our journey to the Al Maqta Bridge, passing through one of the richest areas of Abu Dhabi, the area of Ministers. Arrival at Corniche Street which is compared to Manhattan. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Stop for photos at the Emirates Palace Hotel. We proceed to Al Batee, where the palaces of the Royal family are located. Upon returning to Dubai we will pass by the Ferrari World (tickets not included) to take pictures and shopping time. Return to Dubai and overnight at your hotel. (B, L)
Your tour ends in Dubai today.
