4-day Dubai highlights
Burj Khalifa, desert safari, malls, and beach in four days.
4 daysFirst-timersBest: November–March
Last updated: 2025-03-15
Day 1 – Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall
- Burj Khalifa At The Top
- Dubai Mall and fountain show
Morning at Burj Khalifa (book in advance). Dubai Mall, aquarium optional. Evening fountain show. Dinner in Downtown.
Tips:
Book Burj for sunset slot. Fountain show every 30 min after dark.
Day 2 – Old Dubai and souks
- Dubai Creek, gold and spice souks
- Abra ride
Morning at Creek and souks. Abra across the creek. Lunch in Al Fahidi. Afternoon at Dubai Museum or beach.
Tips:
Wear light clothes. Haggle in souks; pay in dirhams.
Day 3 – Desert safari
- Desert safari with dune bashing
- Bedouin-style dinner and camp
Half-day desert safari (afternoon). Dune bashing, camel ride, dinner and show. Return by late evening.
Tips:
Book with a reputable operator. Bring scarf and sunscreen.
Day 4 – Palm or beach
- Palm Jumeirah or JBR beach
- Last shopping at Mall of the Emirates
Beach at JBR or Palm. Optional Atlantis. Last shopping. Transfer to airport.
Tips:
DXB: allow 30–45 min from Downtown. Taxi or Metro.
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