Travel schedule

Holiday trip to Dubai with modern architecture, traditional markets and Arabian desert experiences. December 2026 departures from Athens and Thessaloniki.

Day 1: Departure and arrival. Fly to UAE, meet by local agent and transfer to Dubai hotel. Free time to rest or get to know the city for the first time. Air Arabia flights from Athens serve Sharjah, while Turkish flights from Thessaloniki to Dubai via Istanbul.

Day 2: Sightseeing in Dubai. Tour of Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Fahidi Historic District. Cross Dubai Creek by traditional Abra and visit the gold and spice markets. Panoramic introduction to the Dubai Frame and exterior view of the Museum of the Future. Continue to Downtown Dubai, Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm and Dubai Marina. Attraction references do not include entry tickets.

Day 3: Free breakfast and Desert Safari. Optional local transport to the Mall of the Emirates, where Ski Dubai is located. In the afternoon safari with Jeep 4x4, dune bashing and sunset stop. Bedouin camp with short camel ride, Arabic music, traditional performances, henna and BBQ dinner. Return to the hotel.

Day 4: Miracle Garden and Global Village. Free breakfast with optional visit to Aquaventure World of Atlantis, at your own expense. In the afternoon organized visit to the Dubai Miracle Garden and then to the Global Village, a gift of the program. Free time for sightseeing, photos, shopping and tastes from different countries. Back late at night.

Day 5: Optional full day excursion to Abu Dhabi. Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, panoramic tour and pass by Emirates Palace. Exterior view of Qasr Al Watan and on to Yas Island, Yas Marina Circuit and exterior view of Ferrari World. Return to Dubai. Cost: €85 per adult and €50 per child. Those who do not participate have free time.

Day 6: Return. Breakfast and free time depending on the flight, transfer to the airport and return flight.

7-day program with Turkish: According to the form, one free day is added. The stay remains 5 nights and the final daily program is adapted to the flights.

What's included

Economy class air tickets according to the flight schedule.
Airport taxes and fuel surcharge €650, included in the final prices.
Turkish Airlines: one 30 kg bag and one 8 kg cabin bag per person.
Air Arabia: one 20 kg bag and one 7 kg hand luggage per person.
Airport transfers as per schedule.
Five nights in Dubai in a 5* hotel depending on departure.
Daily breakfast.
Tour in Dubai with a Greek-speaking guide.
Jeep Safari 4x4 with BBQ dinner, hotel pickup and Greek speaking guide.
Free afternoon organized visit to Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village.
Greek-speaking tour guide-leader at the destination.
Local agent services and 24-hour emergency telephone.
Liability and medical insurance with COVID-19 coverage, Basic package.

What is not included

Personal expenses and anything listed as optional or suggested.
Optional excursion to Abu Dhabi: €85 per adult / €50 per child.
Optional visit to Aquaventure World and other optional activities.
Municipal accommodation tax, payable locally: approximately €5 per room/night in a 5* hotel (the form also states €3 for 3* and €4 for 4*).
Additional baggage, priority boarding and seat selection.
For connection with departures from Athens, domestic route from Thessaloniki, Heraklion or other airports: charge 160-220€ per person, depending on availability.

General information and terms

Duration: From Athens 6 days / 5 nights. From Thessaloniki with Turkish 7 days / 5 nights. The actual duration per departure is recorded in the price table.

Departures: Athens: 21, 22, 23, 28 and 29 December 2026. Thessaloniki: 21, 23, 27 and 29 December 2026. The title of the form also mentions Epiphany 2027, but no specific January departures are provided.

Prices: Per person in euros, in double occupancy, with airport taxes. Child discount 15% in a triple room up to 12 years old. Special Price for booking up to 30 days before departure and a limited number of participations; then a charge of €50 per person. Single bed charges are added to the entry price.

Hotels: Radisson Blu Barsha Heights 5* or Grand Mercure Dubai City 5*, depending on departure. Room pick-up 15:00, delivery 11:00. Triple rooms are double rooms with an additional bed. Possible replacement with hotels of the same or higher category in case of force majeure or overbooking. Payments accepted by card or cash.

Booking and payment: Advance payment of 35% of the final price with the travel documents and signing of the travel contract. Payment 30 days before departure. Prices may be adjusted due to changes in fares, exchange rates, hotels or local taxes. The final tax cost is confirmed at the time of ticketing.

Cancellations according to the form: Up to 46 days before: €150 per person. 31-45 days: 40%. 16-30 days: 70%. 0-15 days: 100% of the total price. Name change up to 15 days in advance without cancellation fees, except for non-transferable or non-refundable services.

Travel documents according to the form: Greek passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival and sufficient blank pages; it states that no visa is required. Holders of other passports are informed by the relevant embassy. Entry formalities are subject to change.

Flights and transfers: Departures from Athens are made with Air Arabia to/from Sharjah. The general text of the form mentions transfers to/from Dubai airport; the exact transfer airport for Air Arabia flights needs confirmation. Turkish flights from Thessaloniki are via Istanbul, arriving in the UAE the following day. Group seats are randomly allocated; pre-purchase of a specific seat after release, subject to availability and additional charge.

Health update: The form refers to the EODY, the personal physician or a travel medicine clinic for any required precautions.

Package Tables

Starting point	Departure	Duration	Hotel	Special Price per person in a double room with taxes	Single bed charge
Athens	21, 22/12/2026	6 days / 5 nights	Radisson Blu Barsha Heights 5*	1.195€	285€
Athens	23/12/2026	6 days / 5 nights	Radisson Blu Barsha Heights 5*	1.245€	365€
Athens	28, 29/12/2026	6 days / 5 nights	Grand Mercure Dubai City 5*	1.345€	455€
Thessaloniki	21/12/2026	7 days / 5 nights	Radisson Blu Barsha Heights 5*	1.345€	285€
Thessaloniki	23/12/2026	7 days / 5 nights	Radisson Blu Barsha Heights 5*	1.445€	365€
Thessaloniki	27/12/2026	7 days / 5 nights	Grand Mercure Dubai City 5*	1.495€	455€
Thessaloniki	29/12/2026	7 days / 5 nights	Grand Mercure Dubai City 5*	1.445€	455€

Departures from Athens	Flight	Route	Departure	Arrival
21, 22, 28, 29/12/2026	G9 685	Athens - Sarza	13:45	20:15
21, 22, 28, 29/12/2026	G9 684	Sarza - Athens (return)	09:30	12:55
23/12/2026	G9 685	Athens - Sarza	13:45	20:15
23/12/2026	G9 818	Sarza - Athens (return)	18:55	22:20

Departures from Thessaloniki	Flight	Route	Departure	Arrival
21, 23, 27, 29/12/2026	TK 1894	Thessaloniki - Istanbul	21:45	00:20 (+1 day)
21, 23, 27, 29/12/2026	TK 762	Istanbul - Dubai (next day)	01:30	06:50
21, 23, 27, 29/12/2026	TK 765	Dubai - Istanbul (return)	15:05	19:15
21, 23, 27, 29/12/2026	TK 1893	Istanbul - Thessaloniki (return)	20:40	21:00