Day 1 - Depart Canada

Overnight flight to Dubai’s International Airport. 

Day 2 - Welcome to Dubai

Upon arrival at Dubai’s International Airport, you will be required to clear customs and immigration. Once cleared, please proceed to the exit where a dedicated local representative will *meet and greet you with a co-branded Air Canada Vacations and Arabian Adventures sign with your name on it and will escort you to your private transfer to take you to your hotel to check-in. Spend the rest of the evening at your leisure.

*Bronze meet & greet service included! You will receive:
A personalized meet & greet by a welcoming staff at the airport
A private escort from immigration to the baggage area and meeting point
Fast-tracking through immigration and security (in a group of no more than five travellers)

Day 3 - Dubai: Sightseeing

After breakfast, your tour guide will take you on a half-day Traditional Dubai Morning Tour (shared). Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel to freshen up and get ready for this afternoon’s exciting adventure.

This afternoon has been thoughtfully designed to include an unforgettable Evening Desert Safari with BBQ dinner experience, complete with a house beverages package.

After the experience, you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.
 

Half-day Traditional Dubai Morning Tour

Learn about the rich history and fascinating culture of Dubai before it became the modern skyscraper-filled city we know today. Highlights include a pause for a photo at Zabeel Palace (the official Dubai Royal Residence), a walk through the historic Al Fahidi district, an Abra (traditional boat) crossing over the Dubai Creek to the famous Spice Souk, a walk through the Gold Souk, Spice Souk and Souk Madinat Jumeirah, with the opportunity to take a photo with the world-famous Burj Al Arab. 

Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner Experience

Leave the buzzing city behind as you’re whisked off to the beautiful and peaceful Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, ready to deliver the best of what the dunes have to offer. 

 Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4 - Dubai: Sightseeing

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing morning at your leisure until your tour guide picks you up for the afternoon’s half-day adventure, the Modern Dubai Afternoon Tour (shared).

At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel independently (at your own expense). The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Modern Dubai Afternoon Tour

Embark on an exciting afternoon tour through the vibrant heart of Dubai, where you'll discover the city's most modern and iconic landmarks. Your journey begins at 2 p.m. when your tour guide picks you up from your hotel and takes you to the meeting point at Souk Madinat. From there, you'll continue to the Palm Monorail, where your adventure truly begins. Ride the monorail from the trunk of Palm Jumeirah to Atlantis The Palm, taking in stunning panoramic views of the Palm and the iconic Burj Al Arab. Afterward, travel back along the Palm towards Dubai Marina, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll with ample photo opportunities of the marina's breathtaking skyline. From here, depart from Dubai Marina and head to Bluewaters Island, a vibrant man-made island featuring a variety of bars, restaurants and a scenic boardwalk for you to enjoy. Your journey continues with a photo stop at the famed Ain Dubai Ferris Wheel, the towering landmark of Bluewaters Island. Continue on for another photo stop at the Museum of the Future before departing for Dubai Mall. The last stop of this afternoon’s adventure is a visit to the observation decks, “At the Top Burj Khalifa.”

Day 5 - Dubai – Hulhulé Island – Meeru Island

After breakfast, your private driver will transfer you to Dubai International Airport for your flight to The Maldives, known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean.” 

Upon arrival at Velana International Airport on Hulhulé Island, you will need to clear customs and immigration. Once cleared, proceed to collect your luggage and exit the luggage hall, where a local representative will greet you with a co-branded Air Canada Vacations and Arabian Adventures sign displaying your name. They will then escort you to your transfer, which will take you to the boat launch, where a scenic speedboat ride awaits to transport you to your hotel on Meeru Island. Upon arrival at your hotel, proceed with check-in and enjoy the rest of your day in this tropical paradise.

 Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner

Days 6 to 9 - Meeru Island

Escape to a breathtaking tropical paradise with a 5-night all-inclusive stay, where luxury and natural beauty blend seamlessly. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters and luxurious overwater villas. Indulge in gourmet dining, with a variety of cuisines included in your stay, and unwind with rejuvenating spa treatments or exciting water activities. Whether you seek relaxation by the shore or adventure in the water, this idyllic destination offers everything you need for an unforgettable getaway, where every moment is designed to pamper and delight.

All-inclusive features include:

• Buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Select alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
• Snacks
• Minibar
• Select land-based activities
• Select water sports activities
• Select excursions  

 Meal(s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10 - Meeru Island – Dubai – Canada

After breakfast, meet a local representative in the lobby of your hotel, who will escort you to the boat launch to take the speedboat back to Velana International Airport on Hulhulé Island to catch your flight to Dubai. Upon arrival, you may need to clear customs and immigration before proceeding to check-in for your after-midnight flight to Canada.

 Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 11 - Dubai - Return to Canada

Departure day back to Canada.