Dubai + Fujairah beaches · 5 nights
6 days, 5 nights: Dubai (3N), Fujairah (2N). Best time to go: Oct–May.
Day 1: Arrive in Dubai
Dubai
- Burj Khalifa At the Top (levels 124/125; 148 optional) · 1.5 h. Sunset slots cost more and sell out — book 1–2 weeks ahead in Nov–Mar. Level 148 (At the Top SKY) is roughly ₹9,000–12,000 with a lounge.
- Dubai Frame · 1.5 h. Go an hour before sunset to see old and new Dubai in daylight and lit up.
Local tip: Sunset slots cost more and sell out — book 1–2 weeks ahead in Nov–Mar. Level 148 (At the Top SKY) is roughly ₹9,000–12,000 with a lounge.
Day 2: Explore Dubai
Dubai
- Dubai Mall & Dubai Fountain show · 3 h. Fountain shows run every 30 min from about 6pm to 11pm; the boardwalk and lake boat ride cost extra.
- Museum of the Future · 2.5 h. Timed tickets sell out on weekends and holidays — book online a week or more ahead.
Local tip: Fountain shows run every 30 min from about 6pm to 11pm; the boardwalk and lake boat ride cost extra.
Day 3: Explore Dubai
Dubai
- Old Dubai: Al Fahidi, abra ride and Gold & Spice Souks · 3.5 h. The abra across the creek costs about AED 1. Go early morning or after 4pm; bargain in the souks and check gold hallmarks and weight.
- Dhow dinner cruise (Dubai Marina or Dubai Creek) · 2 h. Creek cruises are cheaper and more traditional; Marina cruises have the skyline. Ask for the vegetarian buffet when booking.
Local tip: The abra across the creek costs about AED 1. Go early morning or after 4pm; bargain in the souks and check gold hallmarks and weight.
Day 4: Dubai → Fujairah
Fujairah · Dubai to Fujairah, Private car ~2h (RTA bus ~2.5h)
- Al Bidya Mosque, the UAE's oldest · 1 h. A working mosque — visit outside prayer times, dressed modestly; women cover their hair.
- Snoopy Island snorkelling (Al Aqah) · 3 h. Boat trips with gear are the easiest option; calm mornings have the best visibility.
Local tip: A working mosque — visit outside prayer times, dressed modestly; women cover their hair.
Day 5: Explore Fujairah
Fujairah
- Khor Fakkan corniche and Al Rafisah Dam · 4 h. Khor Fakkan is part of Sharjah emirate, so no alcohol is served; about 30 min from Fujairah city.
- Masafi Friday Market stop on the drive · 1 h. Open daily despite the name — fruit, pottery, plants and carpets.
Local tip: Khor Fakkan is part of Sharjah emirate, so no alcohol is served; about 30 min from Fujairah city.
Day 6: Depart from Fujairah
Fujairah
- Fujairah Fort and heritage area · 1.5 h
Keep a buffer before your flight; check-out is usually noon.
Where to stay
- Dubai (3 nights): Al Barsha (near Mall of the Emirates). Good-value hotels by the Metro and Mall of the Emirates; 15–20 min to the Marina or Downtown.
- Fujairah (2 nights): Fujairah city beachfront. Beach hotels with easy access to Khor Fakkan.