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Wednesday, April 9, 2025

UAE (Dubai & Abu Dhabi)

    

    


 
About Dubai & Abu Dhabi:
Dubai and Abu Dhabi are the two important Emirates in the country of United Arab Emirates (UAE). Abu Dhabi is the Capital of UAE and Dubai is the largest city. UAE is situated in the Great Arabian Desert and has seven emirates. The seven emirates are Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujeriah. All these emirates are administered by a ruler and is a Monarch. These emirates are head by the ruler of Abu Dhabi and Dubai who are also the President and Vice President of UAE respectively.

Country:
  • United Arab Emirates (UAE) 🇦🇪
Flag of UAE:




    Date Visited:
    • Abu Dhabi: March, 2025
    • Dubai: April, 2025
    Duration: 
    • Total: 3 Nights & 4 Days
    • Abu Dhabi: 2 Days
    • Dubai: 5 Nights & 6 Days

    Capital:
    • Abu Dhabi

    Largest City:
    • Dubai
    Continent:

    • Asia - Middle East
    Currency:
    • United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED)
    Must Visit Places:
    • Abu Dhabi:
      • Warner Bros Amusement Park
      • Ferrari World
      • Sea World Abu Dhabi
      • Sheik Zayad Grand Mosque Abu Dhabi
    • Dubai:
      • The View at the Palm
      • Burj Khalifa
      • Dubai Fountain Show
      • Dubai Marina Yacht Tour
      • Desert Safari
      • Miracle Gardens
      • Global Village
      • Gold Souq
    Off -beat Places:
    • Sharjah
    • Ras Al Khaimah
    Dialing Code:
    • +971
    Driving Side:
    • Driving Side: Right
    • Driver Seat: Left
    Time Zone:
    • Gulf Standard Time (GST)
    • India is 1 Hour and 30 minutes ahead of UAE (9:30 AM in India is 8:00 AM in UAE)
    Demonym:
    • Emirati
    Culture & Religion:
    • Islam (~ 90%)
    • Hindu (~6%)
    Languages:
    • Arabic (Official)
    • Hindi
    • English
    Ethnic Groups:
    • Emirati
    • Indian
    • Bangladeshi
    • Pakistani
    • African
    Mobile Networks with decent coverage:
    • etisalat - State Owned network
    • du mobile
    Local Transfers: 
    • Careem Taxi App
    • Uber
    Food Delivery Apps: 
    • Careem App
    Foods to try in Dubai: 
    • Machboos - Dubai Biryani (Must Try
    • Harees - Meat based  
    • Chicken Mandi 
    • Oozie (Available during Ramadan and Special occasions)  
    • Falafel
    • Madrouba (Dubai style Khichdi)
    • Manousheh
    Desserts to try in Dubai: 
    • Baklava
    • Chocolate Milk  
    • Dates Chocolate
    • Kunafa Pistachio Dubai Chocolate

    Note:
    If any of the link does not work, it means that the link might have expired or modified or removed. Please DM us on our Instagram handle at instagram/wanderwithlaksh and we will help you with the required information.


    Visa:
    • Tourist e-Visa is required for Indian Citizens to enter into United Arab Emirates
    • Visa on Arrival is applicable for UAE for Indian Passport Holders with valid US visa and under certain conditions 
    • UAE visa allows entry into all the seven emirates
    Visa Video:



    Note:
    The information shared in the Visa video might change based on the policy and regulation set by the Government of UAE. It is always better to check the immigration website of the country to stay updated with the latest changes in Visa issuance policy. Please DM us on our Instagram handle at instagram/wanderwithlaksh and we will help you with any queries you may have.


    Hotel Stayed:
    • Abu Dhabi:
      • Hotel Name: Centro Capital Center
      • Cost: ~ INR 6,000/- per day for 2 people
      • Type: Standard Room
      • Meal: Breakfast Included
      • Hotel booking link: Centro Capital Center
    Hotel Video:



    • Dubai
                 Hotel 1: (Bur Dubai)
      • Hotel Name: Howard Johnson
      • Location: Bur Dubai
      • Nearest Metro: Al Ghubaiba
      • Cost: ~ INR 6,000/- per day for 2 people
      • Type: Standard Room
      • Meal: Breakfast Included
      • Hotel booking link: Howard Johnson Bur Dubai
    Hotel Video:



    Hotel 2: (Sheik Zayad Road)
      • Hotel Name: The Tower Plaza
      • Location: Sheikh Zayed Road
      • Nearest Metro: Emirates Towers
      • Cost: ~ INR 7,700/- per day for 2 people
      • Type: Deluxe Room with Sheikh Zayad road View
      • Meal: Breakfast Included
      • Hotel booking link: The Tower Plaza Hotel
    Hotel Video:



    Note: The price of the hotels is subjected to change. Please refer to the respective booking page for the updated fare.


    Flight Information:
    • Airport Information:
      • Airport in Hyderabad is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) and is located at Shamshabad.
      • Airport in Abu Dhabi is Zayad International Airport (AUH)
      • Airport in Dubai is Dubai International Airport (DXB)
      • Direct flights are available from Hyderabad to Abu Dhabi (AUH)
      • Direct flights are available from Hyderabad to Dubai (DXB)
      • Etihad operates from Hyderabad to Abu Dhabi
      • Emirates operates from Hyderabad to Dubai
    Hyderabad to Abu Dhabi
    • Onward Flight Information:
      • Direct flights to Abu Dhabi are available from Hyderabad.
      • Flight I booked: Hyderabad to Abu Dhabi
        • Etihad Airlines from Hyderabad to Abu Dhabi
          • Cost: ~ INR 14,320/- per person
          • Layover: NA
          • Type: Economy; 7 kg carry on and 30kg check-in per person
          • Duration: ~ 4 hrs
      • Flights can be booked using the following link: Hyd - Abu Dhabi
    • Return Flight Information:
      • Direct flights to Hyderabad are available from Abu Dhabi.
      • Flight Info:
        • Etihad Airlines from Abu Dhabi to Hyderabad
          • Cost: ~ INR 15,500/- per person
          • Layover: NA
          • Type: Economy; 7 kg carry on and 20kg check-in per person
          • Duration: ~ 4 hrs
      • Flights can be booked using the following link: Abu Dhabi - Hyd
    • Hyderabad to Dubai

      • Onward Flight Information:
        • Direct flights to Dubai are available from Hyderabad.
        • Flight Info: Hyderabad to Dubai
          • Emirates Airlines from Hyderabad to Dubai
            • Cost: ~ INR 14,320/- per person
            • Layover: NA
            • Type: Economy; 7 kg carry on and 30kg check-in per person
            • Duration: ~ 4 hrs
        • Flights can be booked using the following link: Hyd - Dubai
      • Return Flight Information:
        • Direct flights to Hyderabad are available from Dubai.
        • Flight Info:
          • Emirates Airlines from Dubai to Hyderabad
            • Cost: ~ INR 15,000/- per person
            • Layover: NA
            • Type: Economy; 7 kg carry on and 20kg check-in per person
            • Duration: ~ 4 hrs
        • Flights can be booked using the following link: Dubai - Hyd
      Note: The flight fare is subjected to change with time. Please refer to the respective booking page for the updated fare.


      Total Budget:
      • The approximate cost that will incur for UAE trip for 7 Nights and 8 Days is:
        • Dubai & Abu Dhabi Solo Travel (7N 8D): ~ INR 1,48,900/-
        • Dubai & Abu Dhabi Couple Travel (7N 8D): ~ INR 2,09,000/-
        • Dubai Solo Travel (5N 6D) : ~ INR 1,06,913/-
        • Dubai Couple Travel (5N 6D): ~ INR 1,91,213/-
        • Abu Dhabi Solo Travel (2N 3D): ~ INR 78,500/-
        • Abu Dhabi Solo Travel (2N 3D): ~ INR 1,50,500/-

      Detailed Budget Split:

                                                Dubai:


      Abu Dhabi:

                                                                                              
                                                                                                  UAE:


      Note: The above budget is subjected to change with time. The above mentioned is an approximate value and may vary depending upon the itinerary that will be planned. We do not guarantee the same budget or same pricing that is mentioned in this blog.


      UAE Activity Tickets:

      Abu Dhabi:
      Dubai:
      Local Tour Operator:
      Please DM on instagram/wanderwithlaksh for Local tour operator information.

      Note: The above mentioned activities and packages are subjected to change with time and we do not have any control on them as they are operated by the tour operators. We suggest to please check the booking links and with tour operators if you are unsure about any information. Our intention here is to help you look at the best package among the other tour packages.

      UAE Detailed Itinerary: (Dubai & Abu Dhabi)

      Click the below link to download the UAE itinerary which covers Dubai and Abu Dhabi Emirates: Download UAE Itinerary


      UAE Vlogs Day Wise (Abu Dhabi & Dubai)

      Day 1: Abu Dhabi (Yas Island)

      Warner Bros:


      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.


      Day 2: Abu Dhabi (Yas Island)

      Ferrari World:


      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.

      Day 3: (Dubai Day 1)

      Dubai Frame, The View at the Palm:


      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.


      Day 4: (Dubai Day 2)

      Museum of the Future, Desert Safari:


      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.
      Day 5: (Dubai Day 3)

      Dubai Mall:


      Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountain Show:


      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.
      Day 6: (Dubai Day 4)

      Miracle Gardens:


      Global Village:


      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.


      Day 7: (Dubai Day 5)

      Shopping:


      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.

      Day 8: (Dubai Day 6)

      Dubai to next:



      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.


      UAE Complete Tour Information:

      Please refer below for complete information on Dubai & Abu Dhabi. This video will help you understand the places in Dubai & Abu Dhabi and how to plan for the same.


      UAE Complete Tour Details Vlog:


      fyi - Click here to download complete UAE Itinerary.
      Note: The above mentioned itinerary is the one that we followed for our trip. This has been planned by us after doing extensive research. The packages, timings and transfer might change as they are managed by the tour operators. We do not own any liability for anything and we do not have any control on anything. We suggest to please check the booking links and with tour operators if you are unsure about any information. Our intention here is to help you give an idea on how you can plan for your trip.

      UAE Playlist:

      • Please view our UAE videos on YouTube here UAE Playlist.
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      Disclaimer:

      The ticket, flight and hotel prices that are listed are subjected to change and there is no guarantee that they remain the same. The prices may increase or decrease and that is completely dependent on the issuing agency/tour operator. The pricing information that I listed above is something that I got the deal for. Please do not rely on those prices and I suggest to check the updated prices using the links provided or with the operators while planning for the trip.
      Thank you, Wander with Laksh

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