5* Dubai glitz & idyllic Maldives island escape

About this City Break

Luxurious five-star style in glamorous Dubai, followed by blissful island escapism in the Maldives – includes all travel and more

Fulfill two holiday dreams at once with this luxurious trip. Immerse yourself in the fascinating contrasts of old and new in Dubai, before living dreamy island life in the Maldives – and all with the highest level of luxury and comfort thanks to our selection of five-star hotels. There are also a plethora of optional excursions in Dubai to choose from to make your escape even more memorable, including a spectacular desert safari with a barbecue dinner, an exciting city tour, and a breathtaking helicopter flight. Don’t wait any longer and treat yourself to that extra dose of luxury.

Included

• Three nights at Pullman Dubai Downtown
• Four, five, seven, nine or 11 nights at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa
• Breakfast included in Dubai (optional upgrade to half-board or half-board plus)
• Half-board basis included in the Maldives
• Additional services at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa:
• • Set menu lunch per person, twice per stay (drinks excluded)
• • 20 pre-selected cocktails per villa, per stay
• • 60-minute pre-selected couples spa treatment, once per stay (between 9am and 12pm)
• Optional Dubai city tour
• Optional Desert Safari with barbecue dinner
• Optional helicopter flight over Dubai
• Group transfers throughout
• Round-trip speedboat transfer from/to Velana Airport
• Return flight from Birmingham, Glasgow, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Manchester, Newcastle, London Stansted to Dubai, United Arab Emirates and back from Male, Maldives
• Onward flight from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Male, Maldives

Optional excursions

If you’re keen to make your trip even more spectacular, why not add the following optional excursions? All excursions can be booked and paid for during the booking process. You’ll receive all information about the excursions before departure.

• Dubai City Tour •

Experience the impressive contrasts of the mega-metropolis that emerged from a small village in the desert. In the heart of the old town, stroll through the traditional spice and gold souks. You’ll cross Dubai Creek in a traditional abra and delve further into the city’s history with a visit to the Dubai Museum at Al Fahidi Fortress. Make a photo stop at the impressive Jumeirah Mosque, and then experience the total contrast: along the Jumeirah Beach Road, witness the hyper-modern architecture and world-famous luxury hotel, Burj al Arab.

• Desert safari with barbecue dinner •

Experience the endless expanse of the Arabian desert on an adrenaline-charged desert safari. Admire the golden dunes as you zoom through pristine terrain in a 4WD vehicle and witness a magical sunset. Afterwards, enjoy an authentic Arabic barbecue accompanied by traditional dancing and henna painting. Camel rides and shisha are also available.

• Helicopter flight over Dubai •

Discover Dubai from new heights on an unforgettable helicopter flight over the skyscrapers and towers of the emirate’s most famous city. You’ll take a 15-minute flight from the Atlantis Hotel to the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, passing the Burj Al Arab, the World Islands, and the Palm Jumeirah.