Arabian Nights, Island Delights
Dubai & Seychelles

Arabian Nights, Island Delights

| Multi-Centres | Dubai
Pairing Dubai with the Seychelles creates a journey of stunning contrasts — a celebration of both human ingenuity and unspoiled natural beauty. In Dubai, the energy is electric; it’s a city that rises from the desert with bold ambition, where tradition and innovation coexist harmoniously. Then, with a single flight, everything slows down as you arrive in the Seychelles, a sanctuary of turquoise waters, lush greenery, and serene simplicity. Together, these two destinations provide a unique balance: vibrant exploration followed by deep, restorative calm. It’s not just a holiday; it’s an experience that reawakens the senses and leaves a lasting impression on the soul.

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Suggested Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Dubai

Day 2

Explore Dubai

Day 3

Old Meets New

Day 4

Explore the Desert

Day 5

Travel to the Seychelles

Day 6

Snorkelling & Beach

Day 7

Seychellois Nature

Day 8

Explore Seychelles

Day 9

Ocean Safari

Day 10

Relaxation

Day 11

Depart the Seychelles

Day 1 | Arrival in Dubai
Morning: Arrive and check in to hotel. Ease into your trip with a gentle walk along the Dubai Marina promenade. Lunch: Stop at a beachside café along The Beach at JBR for a relaxed bite. Evening: Explore the JBR Walk with its vibrant atmosphere and public art.
Day 2 | Explore Dubai
Morning: After breakfast, explore the vast Dubai Mall including the Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo. Lunch: Choose from the mall’s wide variety of international cuisines. Evening: Ascend Burj Khalifa just before sunset for epic city views. Watch the Dubai Fountain show afterwards with music and lights.
Day 3 | Old Meets New
Morning: Visit the Al Fahidi Historical District for a cultural stroll through art galleries and museums. Take an abra boat across Dubai Creek to explore the spice and gold souks. Lunch: Eat in the old town area—perfect for discovering authentic local dishes. Evening: Join a traditional dhow cruise on the Creek with dinner and soft lighting under the stars.
Day 4 | Explore the Desert
Morning: After breakfast head into the dunes on a desert safari: enjoy dune bashing, camel rides, and sandboarding. Lunch: Savour a traditional desert-style lunch during your excursion. Evening: Return to the city for a relaxed final night or enjoy a local art show or fountain-side walk to reflect on your time in Dubai.
Day 5 | Travel to the Seychelles
Morning: Arrive in Seychelles and take a scenic transfer to your island destination to check in to your hotel. Lunch: Dine by the sea with fresh seafood and tropical fruits. Evening: Enjoy a walk on the beach, listen to the waves, and watch a spectacular Indian Ocean sunset.
Day 6 | Snorkelling & Beach
Morning: Snorkel just off the coast or join a guided reef tour to spot tropical fish and turtles. Lunch: Eat at a beach shack or local café serving Creole specialities. Evening: Watch the sky change colour while relaxing on the beach or enjoy an outdoor firepit gathering.
Day 7 | Seychellois Nature
Morning: After breakfast, hike through Morne Seychellois National Park or up to Copolia Trail for panoramic ocean views. Lunch: Refuel at a mountain-side restaurant or stop in Victoria for a casual meal. Evening: Explore Victoria, the tiny capital: visit the clocktower, market, and art galleries and grab some street food.
Day 8 | Explore Seychelles
Morning: Take a boat to Praslin to see the Vallée de Mai and iconic Anse Lazio beach. Alternatively, head to La Digue for cycling and boulder-strewn beaches. Lunch: Enjoy a traditional lunch on a neighbouring island with a beach view. Evening: Return to your island and enjoy a quiet sunset swim or moonlit beach walk.
Day 9 | Ocean Safari
Morning: Head out on a dolphin- or whale-watching excursion (seasonal). Lunch: Enjoy a lazy seafood lunch with a view over turquoise water. Evening: Consider a sunset catamaran cruise with live music and swimming stops.
Day 10 | Relaxation
Morning: Have a relaxed breakfast and spend the morning on the beach: swim, read, nap in a hammock. Lunch: Light beachside lunch, with some fresh juice, grilled fish, and tropical salad. Evening: Final evening in paradise end it with a picnic on a sandbank or dinner beneath the stars on a quiet stretch of sand.
Day 11 | Depart the Seychelles
Morning: Enjoy one last swim or beach stroll before checking out of you hotel. Lunch: Depart for your flight back home.
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