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A great combination of two destinations with completely different experiences. Dubai, once a small fishing village in the Arabian Gulf, Dubai shares the spotlight with some of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. Whether it is by the banks of the Creek, or at the top of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, Dubai lives and breathes a sense of possibility and innovation. Seychelles, One hundred and fifteen islands scattered across 1,400,000 sq km. of ocean. The islands reflect Seychelles’ grand diversity, like a great family, both large and small, each one with its own distinct character and personality.
Trip Highlights:
- Non-stop flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Dubai
- Flights from Dubai to Mahe, Seychelles
- 5-star accommodations in Dubai
- 5-star accommodations in Mahe, Seychelles
- Dubai
- Burj Al Arab
- Desert Safari
- Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi
- Arab Culturist
- Seychelles
- Day visit to Praslin & Vallée de Mai
- Night of Moutya (A cultural experience)
The itinerary, accommodations, and events are subject to change.
Package includes:
- Roundtrip air on Emirates Airlines from Washington, Dulles Airport (IAD) to Dubai (See the itinerary for flight details)
- Roundtrip air on Emirates Airlines from Dubai to Mahe, Seychelles
- Airline taxes (subject to change)
- 5-Star Accommodations ( 4 nights ) in Dubai at the Fairmont Dubai
- 5-Star Accommodations ( 4 nights ) in Mahe, Seychelles at Constance Ephelia
- Hotel taxes
- Breakfast daily and other meals as mentioned on the itinerary
- Breakfast & Dinner daily in Seychelles at Constance Ephelia
- Welcome dinner in Dubai
- Group Arrival & Departure Airport transfers in Dubai & Seychelles
- Private tours
- Old Dubai City Tour
- New Dubai City Tour
- Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi
- Desert Safari
- Arab Culturalist
- Burj Khalifa
- Day trip to Praslin
- Vallee De Ma
Not included:
- Passport processing – A passport is required to enter Dubai & Seychelles. PASSPORT VALIDITY: 6 Months beyond your exit date from the Seychelles. BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: 2 consecutive blank visa pages for Dubai and One blank visa page for Seychelles (not including endorsement pages). NO TOURIS VISA REQUIRED if visiting for 30 days or less. For details, visit United Arab Emirates Travel Information (state.gov) and Seychelles Travel Information (State.gov)
- Vaccinations—At this time, no vaccinations are required for those coming from the US. However, we recommend checking with your medical professional for your specific needs.
- Travelers Insurance (highly recommended) Go to Travel Insurance | Advantage International (advantage-intl.com) for information
- Any meals not mentioned in the program
- Any items not listed on the itinerary
- Connecting flights or transfers to and from our US destination gateway city (Washington Dulles Airport, IAD)
- Spa treatments, laundry, shopping, and any other items of a personal nature and any personal expenses
- Gratuities: recommended amounts: Tour Guides $5 – $10 per person per day Drivers $2 – $5 per person per day Maid/Housekeeping $5 per day
TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT ITINERARY
Emirates Airlines #232 APR 11 Washington, Dulles Airport (IAD) to Dubai (DXB) Depart 10:55 am Arrive 8:05 am +1 (APR 12)
Emirates Airlines #707 APR 16 Dubai (DXB) to Seychelles (SEZ) Depart 8:55 am Arrive 1:35 pm
Emirates Airlines #706 APR 20 Seychelles (SEZ) to Dubai (DXB) Depart 8:15 am Arrive 12:45 pm (13 hr layover)
Emirates Airlines #231 APR 21 Dubai (DXB) to Washington, Dulles Airport (IAD) Depart 2:20 am Arrive 8:40 am
Your Accommodations:
- Fairmont Dubai – 4 nights in Dubai
- Constance Ephelia – 4 nights in Seychelles
Day 01/12 April 2025 (Saturday)
Arrive Dubai: Dubai is a city on the move, continuously at the forefront of the world, the city has something new and wonderful to offer every day. The center for great cuisine, shopping, hotels, spas, golf courses, and entertainment, Dubai is a great vacation destination for every age group.
Upon Arrival at Dubai International Airport and after clearing immigration and collecting your baggage, you will be met by a representative of Advantage International in the arrival hall who will assist with the transfer to your hotel.
On arrival at the hotel, you will be assisted with checking in. As per Government of Dubai regulations, your passports will be scanned on check-in and returned to you.
The rest of the day is at your leisure.
This afternoon, you will be fetched in 4×4 vehicles and taken on a desert safari. You are driven out of the city and into the desert. Along with the ride, you learn more about the country from our experienced and knowledgeable drivers. Stop to watch the sunset at the top of a high dune.
After this, you board your 4x4s again and proceed to a beautiful desert restaurant for an al fresco dinner. At the restaurant, there is live entertainment including musicians, Belly dancers, Tanura dancers, and more. There are camels for a short ride (or just photographs) and henna tattoo artists. A vast buffet spread is available to you which offers local and international cuisine.
After dinner, you are driven back to your hotel. (B, D)
Day 02/13 April 2025 (Sunday)
Today you explore Dubai. You start with visiting New Dubai. The places of interest will include a drive past Jumeirah Beach and a photo stop at the famous and fabulous Burj Al Arab Hotel and the majestic Jumeirah Mosque. Drive through Jumeirah Beach Road and Dubai Marina.
Later visit the View at the Palm.
Lunch is at AOC French Restaurant in Sofitel Jumeirah Beach Resort.
After lunch return to the hotel and be at leisure.
Late evening you will be taken for a Dhow Cruise in the Marina area. It’s a 2-hour Dhow cruise with live entertainment on board followed by an International buffet dinner, unlimited Beer and Wine Package, and Soft Drinks.
After dinner, you will be driven back to your hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 03/14 April 2025 (Monday)
Abu Dhabi Excursion
After an early breakfast this morning, drive to Abu Dhabi and visit the majestic Sheikh Zayed Mosque. One of the largest mosques in the world, this is an architectural marvel. It is the largest Mosque in the UAE, founded by Late His Highness Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Please note: To visit a Mosque, one has to be dressed in conservative manner. One should not wear revealing or transparent clothes and should be covered from head to toe. Women need to wear loose clothes and a headscarf.
The tour also includes a visit to the Heritage Village, a photo outside Emirates Palace, and a drive down the Abu Dhabi Corniche.
Lunch is arranged at the Garage Restaurant in the W Hotel on Yas Island overlooking the F1 track.
After lunch visit the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital which is a unique experience. You get an insight into the fascinating world of falconry, which is an integral part of the Emirate’s heritage. The visit includes both, the Falconry Museum and the Hospital, where you may see live medical work in progress and will also have a chance to get a large and majestic falcon to sit on your arm.
After this drive back to Dubai and the rest of the evening is at leisure. (B, L)
Day 04/15 April 2025 (Tuesday)
In Dubai
This morning after breakfast, visit Old Dubai where you walk through the Bastakiya region. This is now mostly an artist’s village of sorts but with great examples of traditional Emirati art & architecture; You go towards the Creekside to take an Abra ride (traditional boat) across the creek to visit the more noisy and fun Spice and Gold Souqs. Time is at leisure for you to enjoy the souqs and shop to your heart’s content. You can buy all manner of souvenirs, ouds, and attars (traditional perfume), traditional outfits and of course precious and semi-precious jewelry.
This will be followed by an interaction with an Arab Culturist who will be delighted to talk about anything and will have a great session planned.
This talk will be followed by lunch at an Arabic Restaurant inside the Souq.
Thereafter drive on to the business bay area where you get to visit the Burj Khalifa (124th Floor & non-peak hours) and Dubai Aquarium. Also, spend some time at the Dubai Mall.
Return to the hotel for an evening at leisure. (B, L)
Day 04/16 April 2025 (Wednesday)
Depart Dubai for Mahe, Seychelles
This morning you will be met and transferred to the Dubai International Airport to board your flight. Packed Breakfast will be provided for all the group members. (B)
Upon Arrival at Mahe International Airport and after clearing immigration and collecting your baggage, you will be met by a representative of Advantage International in the arrival hall who will assist with the transfer to your hotel.
Upon arriving at your resort, rest, relax, and play at this beautiful property on the beach. Breakfast and dinner are included throughout your stay.
Nestled amongst two of the most beautiful white sand beaches on the island of Mahé and overlooking the marine national park of Port Launay, Constance Ephelia is the perfect destination for some precious Seychelles holidays.
The luxury 5-star Seychelles resort is created to blend seamlessly with its stunning natural surroundings of 120 hectares of land with luxuriant and rare vegetation. Constance Ephelia, which is only a 40 minutes-drive from Seychelles International Airport and 30 minutes from the capital Victoria, is a peaceful, unspoiled haven for couples and families alike, with endless options for relaxation, wellness, and sports.
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Day 05/17 April 2025 (Thursday)
Praslin, Seychelles
This special trip takes you to the mystical home of our Coco de Mer nut – ‘The Vallée de Mai’, a UNESCO World Heritage site on Praslin Island. A walk through this mysterious palm forest with its pure invigorating air and natural beauty is unlike any other. One could be easily forgiven for assuming that it could have been the legendary Garden of Eden. The tour carries with a short stop at Anse Lazio, one of the best beaches in the world before going back to the jetty.
Return by ferry back to our resort. B, D
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Day 06/18 April 2025 (Friday)
Enjoy a free day your way. Constance Ephelia has a fabulous, award-winning spa and endless options for relaxation, wellness, and sports.
Constance Ephelia Seychelles is situated on a beautiful area of 120 hectares of land and provides various activities such as non-motorized water sports, hikes, bike tours, SPA treatments, squash, tennis, beach volleyball, and ziplining.
Every sports activity that we propose at our Seychelles resort also has an option for beginners: we offer both courses and gear for people of all ages and levels of expertise.
B, D
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Day 07/19 April 2025 (Saturday)
Enjoy a free day your way. Constance Ephelia has a fabulous, award-winning spa and endless options for relaxation, wellness, and sports.
Constance Ephelia Seychelles is situated on a beautiful area of 120 hectares of land and provides various activities such as non-motorized water sports, hikes, bike tours, SPA treatments, squash, tennis, beach volleyball, and ziplining.
Every sports activity that we propose at our Seychelles resort also has an option for beginners: we offer both courses and gear for people of all ages and levels of expertise.
This evening for our farewell, we celebrate and dance! Moutya (pronounced, moocha), is a traditional African dance similar to the Sega, but with often more pronounced suggestive movements. Female and male dancers move in rhythm to the beat of the often single drum made of dried goatskin and lightly heated up by a bonfire prior to the start of the Dance.
B, D
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Day 08/20 April 2025 (Sunday)
This morning you will be met and transferred to the Mahe Seychelles International Airport to board your flight.
(B)
End of itinerary
The itinerary is subject to change
Payment Schedule: Not adhering to the payment schedule can result in late payment fees, cancellation without notice, and/or rate increases.
- A $1500 per person non-refundable deposit is due upon booking
- 2nd payment of 33% of the package is due by October 14, 2024
- 3rd payment of 33% of the package price is due by January 15, 2025
- Full and final payment is due by March 20, 2025
All prices are in US Dollars. Due to exchange rate changes, taxes, and other factors, we do not guarantee the amount of the final Tour Fee until the Full and Final Payment Date; before said date, we may increase the Tour price. Except as expressly stated in the Itinerary, you are solely responsible for any “Tour-related” costs you incur.
Change/Cancellation: Notice of change/cancellation must be made in writing to Advantage International, LLC, and your change/cancellation date will be the date we receive your notice. A name change is allowed up to 46 days before the trip’s departure date. A name change can be requested 45 days or less before the departure date, but it is not guaranteed; additional fees will apply. All changes are subject to availability and applicable rate differences. Your decision not to participate in the Tour due to State Department warnings, fear of travel, or the like will be deemed a cancellation. If a flight or another delay for any reason prevents you from joining the Tour on the Tour start date, you will be considered a no-show, and we cannot provide a full or partial refund or credit toward a future Tour, but you may join the Tour late with advance notice if you wish.
We Highly recommend that each person acquires Travel Insurance
Cancellation:
- $1500 per person is nonrefundable on or before October 13, 2024
- In addition to the non-refundable deposit, the below cancellation fees apply.
- 33% of the package price is non-refundable October 14, 2024 – January 14, 2025
- 66% of the package price is non-refundable if canceled from January 15, 2025 – March 19, 2024
- 100% of the package price is non-refundable if canceled on or after March 20, 2025, or no-show.
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