Desert Dreams: Dubai & Abu Dhabi
May 3 to 10, 2025 – Young Alumni Journey (Ages 22 to 35)
- Starting Price: $2,865 per person, double occupancy, air not included.
- Brochure: Desert Dreams
- Itinerary and more details: https://go.ncsu.edu/wolftreksdesertdreams2025
- Group size: Varies and includes young alumni from other universities
- Activity Level: Moderate
- NC State Travel Insurance Partner: Meyer and Associates
- Tour Operator: AESU
- Questions: Call our tour operator, AESU, at 800-638-7640
- Reservations: Book online at https://go.ncsu.edu/wolftreksdesertdreams2025
Imagine Dubai: futuristic skyscrapers against the desert and sea, Burj Khalifa and ancient mosques side by side. Dive into vibrant “souk” markets for gold and spices, then hit the dunes for a desert safari, camel rides, sand surfing, and starlit feasts with belly dancing. Abu Dhabi offers the spellbinding Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and a captivating fusion of tradition and innovation. Dubai’s blend of old and new, combined with Abu Dhabi’s wonders, promises an unforgettable journey. Are you in?
Transportation and Lodging
- Three nights at a five-star hotel located in Dubai city, two-share rooms with private bath/shower
- Three nights at a five-star hotel on Jumeirah beach, two-share rooms with private bath/shower
- Airport transfers with purchase of AESU group airfare
- Ground transportation by private motor coach or jeeps as per itinerary
Activities
- Half-day Dubai city tour with local English-speaking guide
- Half-day shopping tour
- Observation deck 124th floor at Burj Khalifa, tallest building in the world
- Desert Safari including: Transfer by land cruisers | camel ride | dune surfing | belly dancing | beverages (unlimited soft drinks, tea, coffee, water) | Henna painting | Arabic coffee and fresh Arabic dates | Traditional costumes (Qandora) | Gourmet buffet dinner
- Dhow dinner cruise
- Cultural experience at the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding
- Excursion to Abu Dhabi including: Abu Dhabi city tour with local English-speaking guide | Sheikh Zahed
Mosque | Lunch at local restaurant | Louvre Abu Dhabi
Friends and Family Welcome!
You don’t have to be an NC State graduate to travel with WolfTreks! Bring friends and family who are between the ages of 22 and 35.