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Evening Cruise of Dubai & Views from The Palm

  • Evening Tour of Dubai Greatest Hits
See some of Dubai's must-sees on a marina cruise then overhead — on top of one of the world's tallest skyscrapers.
Starting with a drive down the famed Sheikh Zayed road, explore Dubai in a unique way. Here you'll ride in a traditional Dhow for a cozily lit Dhow Cruise around the marins. Here you'll take in the sights and view the collection of skyscrapers that flank the canal either from an enclosed lower-deck, or open air upper deck. After, catch a ride to The View at world famous Palm Jumeirah, where a 52nd-story landing offers a stunning 360º views of the city and Persian Gulf from above.

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This experience is exclusive to Virgin Voyages; additionally, a donation to our environmental and social impact charity partners will be made on behalf of your booking.

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This tour operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria.

Shore Thing Highlights

  • Take in the incredible views of the Arabian Gulf from the water and sky

  • Have some refreshments onboard a charmingly illuminated Dhow Cruise while you sail around Dubai's marina

  • The Dhow is a traditional one or two-masted Arab sailing vessel — if features two decks for you to take in the sights

  • See Dubai in the sky at The View — the famous Palm Jumeirah's 52nd floor viewing deck 787ft/240m high

Need to know

  • Exclusive to Virgin Voyages

  • This Shore Thing is wheelchair accessible for collapsible wheelchairs, as well as Sailors who can navigate a few steps on their own

  • This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria

  • A visa is required for this port. Please see your voyage documentation for details

  • This experience is not recommended for Sailors with a fear of heights

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