Dubai Holidays Collection 2017 - 2018

Northern Emirates and East Coast

Sharjah boasts attractive beaches, museums, wildlife and many attractions such as Al Majaz Waterfront, Eye of the Emirates, the Al Noor Mosque and many more. Blessed with perennial sunshine and golden shores, Ajman is the smallest emirate and offers a 26-kilometre unique experience, combining the wonders of UAE history and archaeology with recreational, ecological and religious attractions for the whole family. Ras Al Khaimah is the perfect getaway from everyday life. Offering magnificent landscapes, breathtaking coastlines and rich, terracotta desert planes, the emirate has firmly established itself as the UAE’s most authentic destination in the Middle East. Fujairah is situated on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates. Nestled between the Hajar Mountains and the Indian Ocean, this picturesque town is the perfect holiday destination. Northern Emirates and East Coast sightseeing Sharjah Heritage Tour: Rich in tradition and art, take a private tour to learn more about the Arabian heritage by exploring the museums and cultural sites of Sharjah. Visit the Sharjah Calligraphy Museum and explore the Sharjah Heritage Museum located in the Heritage Area. View the history of aviation at Al Mahatta Museum, located at the old Sharjah airport. Hajar Mountain Safari: Explore the dramatic canyons and rocky valleys of the Hajar Mountains on the United Arab Emirates’ East Coast in a 4x4 vehicle. Visit the coastal village of Dibba and see the UAE’s smallest mosque, the historic Bidyah mosque and then shop at the local crafts, pottery, carpet, fruit and vegetable market. East Coast Tour: Discover the picturesque oasis of Dhaid, the fishing village of Dibba and the sleepy town of Masafi with its crafts, pottery and carpet market. Stop at Bidiyah Mosque, the smallest mosque in the United Arab Emirates, before heading to the pristine beach in Fujairah. East Coast Adventure: Kalba, located on the East Coast, is a charming and unspoilt destination for a range of watersports activities. Take this tour and try your skills with the stand-up paddle boarding or kayak in the quiet waters while spotting turtles, crab and wading birds within the nature reserve. Explore the watersport centre, located within Al Qurm Mangrove Reserve in Kalba. Qualified instructors and all equipment are provided in this tour. Northern Emirates and East Coast experiences • Enjoy the breathtaking bird’s eye views of Ras Al Khaimah, framed by the sea, lush palm gardens and the dramatic mountains from the Dhayah Fort’s elevated position atop a rocky outcrop. • Experience Seawings Urban Experience – a seaplane adventure which takes off from the pristine shores of Ras Al Khaimah on an exciting aerial tour of the city, giving you picturesque views of the Hajar Mountains, the desert and clear blue sea. • Watersports are extremely popular in Fujairah – you can practice swimming, diving, snorkelling, fishing and extreme watersports, such as kayaking, parasailing and much more. Most hotels can arrange for you to enjoy the watersport of your choice and the Fujairah International Marine Club also offers many of the aforementioned sports. • It’s naturally a hot spot for adventure seekers looking to climb some of the highest peaks in the country. The Hajar Mountains in Fujairah provide a vast mountainous terrain. Climbers are advised to be well prepared as the climbs can be treacherous. • With a seven-kilometre waterfront, embracing the changing shades of the sea, Al Zorah natural reserve in Ajman allows you to discover the lucent lagoons, creeks and an inviting natural mangrove forest swarming with 58 bird species including the pink flamingo.

Hajar Mountains

Al Badiyah Mosque, Fujairah

Ras Al Khaimah Watersports

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