Dubai 8 Day Itinerary for Indians
Relaxed, with excursions. Dubai, with a night in Ras Al Khaimah or Hatta.
Post Your Travel RequirementLength
7N / 8D
Best time
November to March
Pace
Relaxed, with excursions
Base
Dubai, with a night in Ras Al Khaimah or Hatta
Dubai 8 Day Itinerary for Indians: who it suits
Eight days is long for Dubai alone, so this plan spends a few days outside the city: Abu Dhabi, the Hatta mountains and Ras Al Khaimah.
It suits people who have seen the Burj and the malls before and want a different side of the UAE.
Best suited to: Repeat visitors, longer family holidays and travellers who want more than the headline sights.
At a glance
| Length | 7 nights / 8 days |
|---|---|
| Best time | November to March |
| Pace | Relaxed, with excursions |
| Where you stay | Dubai, with a night in Ras Al Khaimah or Hatta |
Day-by-day 8-day plan
Arrival
Check in and keep the evening light.
Core Dubai sights
Palm Jumeirah, Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall.
Old Dubai and cruise
The souks, an abra ride and an evening dhow cruise.
Abu Dhabi
The Grand Mosque, the Corniche and the Hindu Mandir.
Hatta day trip
Drive to the Hatta mountains and dam for kayaking or a gentle outdoor day.
Ras Al Khaimah
Head north for Jebel Jais, home to a long zipline, and a beach evening.
Free day and desert
A rest day at the beach, then a late-afternoon desert safari.
Departure
Check out and transfer to the airport.
How to adjust this plan
- If you want fewer drives, drop Hatta and use that day for a water park.
- Add Sharjah's museums and old town as a half-day if you enjoy culture.
- Jebel Jais activities depend on age and height limits, so check them before booking.
Book these early
- Jebel Jais zipline booking
- Hatta activities
- Hotel in Ras Al Khaimah if you plan a night there
What to budget for Dubai
Costs depend on the hotel level and season more than on the number of days. These are indicative land costs per person for a typical stay, excluding flights; scale them to your 7 nights and ask for an itemised quote.
| Style | Land cost per person (indicative) | Usually covers |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | ₹22,000 – ₹35,000 | 3-star hotel, shared transfers, desert safari, basic city tour. Visa and flights extra |
| Standard | ₹35,000 – ₹55,000 | 4-star hotel, Burj Khalifa ticket, cruise, Abu Dhabi tour |
| Premium | ₹60,000 – ₹1,20,000+ | 5-star or Palm hotels, private cars, premium experiences |
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Frequently asked questions
Is eight days too long for Dubai?
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For the city alone, yes. With excursions to Abu Dhabi, Hatta and Ras Al Khaimah it works well.
Is Hatta suitable for children?
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Many activities there are family-friendly, but some have age limits. Ask before you book.
Do I need a rental car?
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Most visitors prefer private transfers or tours rather than driving themselves.
Can a travel agent customise this Dubai itinerary?
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Yes. Post your dates, group and budget on QuoteMyTrip and travel agents can send plans based on this outline, with their own hotels and prices for you to compare.
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