Christmas in United Arab Emirates, Qatar & Bahrain from Dubai, 20 December 2025 (7 nights)

The world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa dominates the skies of Dubai. Standing at 830 metres tall, not only can you climb to the top and enjoy breathtaking views out over the city, but within the skyscraper there are restaurants that you can dine in, along with a luxury hotel and apartments.

A man made landmark, The Palm is situated on the beautiful turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf. Not only is The Palm home to an array of luxury properties and restaurants, but the world-renowned 5-star Atlantis Hotel which has a waterpark and more within it.

The world’s only 7 star hotel, the Burj Al Arab is an extraordinary building that’s located on a picturesque beach. A wonderful place to explore or take pictures of, it’s a prominent landmark in Dubai.

Located at the end of the Corniche in Doha, this museum is filled with a variety of exhibits showcasing the heritage of Islam. Complete with impressive architecture, you'll have a wonderful time exploring all of the collections within it and capturing pictures of the city.

Located in the heart of the city, the Souq Waqif is a must see when in the city. Featuring a variety of stalls selling a selection of traditional and modern goods, a camel pen, a falcon souq and lots of eateries, this is often at the top of must-visit attractions in Doha.

Not only does this attraction feature an ampitheatre, but there's also two mosques, a French department store, a gallery, planetarium and other extraordinary features. With so much on offer, you can easily spend a day exploring this impressive attraction.

The largest and oldest public museum in the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Bahrain National Museum is home to a wide variety of ancient archaeological artefacts, exhibitions on the natural environment of Bahrain, and an entire hall devoted to the Dilmum civilization. It’s also believed to be the first modern museum in this region of the Middle East, despite only being complete in 1988. With displays exploring roughly 5,000 years of Bahraini history, there’s a lot to learn from a visit here.

One of the largest mosques in the world when it was constructed in 1987, the Al Fateh Grand Mosque features the world’s largest fibreglass dome, Italian marble flooring, and an immaculate Austrian-made chandelier. It can accommodate over 7,000 worshippers at once and is also home to the National Library of Bahrain – where over 7,000 books are kept. A breathtaking example of Islamic architecture, with its sheer scale impressive enough on its own, a visit to the Al Fateh Grand Mosque won’t disappoint.

Also known as the Portuguese Fort, Qal’at al-Bahrain is an ancient archeological site that was founded in some form circa 2,300 BC before eventually being abandoned in its current state in the 16th century. A short drive from central Manama, this fortification is built on the largest tell – which is an artificial mound created by the debris of a succession of previous settlements – in the Persian Gulf, something that signifies this location’s importance throughout history. There’s no specific information on when the Portuguese fortifications we see today in Qal’at al-Bahrain were built, but the island nation was ruled by the Portuguese Empire from 1521 to 1602 – so, that gives us a rough idea of how old this impressive structure is.

The beautiful and ornate Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the largest of its kind in the country and is host to thousands of visitors every year. A prominent place of worship, its white walls and golden features are a picturesque and peaceful marvel in the bustling capital.

Alternatively, you could head to the popular Warner Bros World theme park. The world’s largest indoor theme park, it features characters from across the production companies franchises, from DC comic to Looney Tunes, amongst several thrilling rides.

Another indoor theme park, Ferrari World is any car enthusiast's dream. Located on Yas island in Abu Dhabi, this theme park is home to the world’s fastest roller coaster, the Formula Rossa and opened its doors in 2007.

If you want to stretch your sea legs in and amongst lounging about on the glorious beaches of Sir Bani Yas Island, a nature walk is an excellent way to see everything this sensational private island has to offer and some of the native wildlife in its natural habitat.

Hop off your cruise ship and into a closed 4x4 vehicle and onto an exciting Safari Adventure, where you can see a number of spectacular animals in their natural habitat and explore the stunning nature reserve that makes up large portions of this sensational island.

Enjoy a relaxing kayak in the crystal clear seas surrounding this stunning island and see everything Sir Bani Yas Island has to offer from a new perspective. This is the perfect activity for all ages and a great way to enjoy the sunshine.

The world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa dominates the skies of Dubai. Standing at 830 metres tall, not only can you climb to the top and enjoy breathtaking views out over the city, but within the skyscraper there are restaurants that you can dine in, along with a luxury hotel and apartments.

A man made landmark, The Palm is situated on the beautiful turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf. Not only is The Palm home to an array of luxury properties and restaurants, but the world-renowned 5-star Atlantis Hotel which has a waterpark and more within it.

The world’s only 7 star hotel, the Burj Al Arab is an extraordinary building that’s located on a picturesque beach. A wonderful place to explore or take pictures of, it’s a prominent landmark in Dubai.