Dubai, mountains and east coast · 7 nights

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.

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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.
• 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.

Local tip: Fountain shows run every 30 min from about 6pm to 11pm; the boardwalk and lake boat ride cost extra.

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Day 3: Explore Dubai

Dubai

• Evening desert safari with dune bashing and BBQ dinner · 6 h. Book with hotel pickup (around 3pm). Dune bashing is not advised for infants, pregnant travellers or anyone with back problems; vegetarian dinner is standard on request.
• Dubai Miracle Garden (seasonal, about Nov–Apr) · 2 h. Closed in summer; opening dates move each year (sometimes from late September). Late afternoon is cooler. The Butterfly Garden next door is a separate ticket.

Local tip: Book with hotel pickup (around 3pm). Dune bashing is not advised for infants, pregnant travellers or anyone with back problems; vegetarian dinner is standard on request.

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Day 4: Dubai → Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah · Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah, Private car ~1h (intercity bus ~1.5h)

• Jebel Jais viewing deck and mountain drive · 3 h. Carry a jacket in Dec–Feb; evenings at the top can drop below 10°C.
• Al Marjan Island promenade at sunset · 1.5 h

Local tip: Carry a jacket in Dec–Feb; evenings at the top can drop below 10°C.

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Day 5: Explore Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah

• Jebel Jais Flight, the world's longest zipline · 3 h. Book ahead; weight and height limits apply and high winds can cancel flights. The summit is about 10°C cooler than the coast.
• Suwaidi Pearls pearl-farm boat tour · 2.5 h. Includes opening an oyster; book ahead as tours run at set times.
• Dhayah Fort hilltop climb · 1.5 h. A short, steep climb — go early or late and wear shoes with grip.

Local tip: Book ahead; weight and height limits apply and high winds can cancel flights. The summit is about 10°C cooler than the coast.

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Day 6: Ras Al Khaimah → Fujairah

Fujairah · Ras Al Khaimah to Fujairah, Private car ~1.5h

• 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.

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Day 7: Explore Fujairah

Fujairah

• Fujairah Fort and heritage area · 1.5 h
• Al Aqah beach day · 3 h
• Masafi Friday Market stop on the drive · 1 h. Open daily despite the name — fruit, pottery, plants and carpets.

Local tip: Open daily despite the name — fruit, pottery, plants and carpets.

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Day 8: Depart from Fujairah

Fujairah

Keep a buffer before your flight; check-out is usually noon.