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Dubai Family Holidays: The Perfect 7-Day Trip

Waterparks, a desert safari, record-breaking towers and theme parks the kids will never forget — a tailor-made 7-day Dubai family holiday from the UK, day by day, planned and protected by One World Travels & Tours.

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Duration7 days / 6 nights
Best forFamilies with kids
Flight time~7h direct
Best timeNov – Mar
StyleFully tailor-made
ProtectionFinancially protected
Family Dubai, handcrafted

The ultimate family week in Dubai

Dubai is a family favourite for a reason: direct 7-hour flights, guaranteed sunshine, world-class waterparks and theme parks, and a beach hotel to come back to each night. Below is our most-loved 7-day Dubai family itinerary from the UK. It is a template, not a fixed package: One World Travels & Tours UK (part of OWT Group Ltd) tailors every day, family resort and transfer to your budget, dates and ages, and every trip is financially protected.

Day by day

Your 7-day Dubai family itinerary

Day1
Arrival

Arrive & settle in

Land (direct from the UK) and transfer to a family beach resort with pools and kids’ clubs. An easy first evening by the sea. Flights and private transfer arranged.

Day2
Waterpark

Aquaventure waterpark day

A full day of slides and lazy rivers at Aquaventure (Atlantis) or Wild Wadi, plus the aquarium — a guaranteed family hit.

Day3
Desert

Family desert safari

An afternoon desert safari: dune drive, camel rides, sandboarding and a BBQ dinner under the stars with entertainment.

Day4
Downtown

Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall

Up the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo inside Dubai Mall, and the evening fountain show.

Day5
Theme parks

Theme-park thrills

A day at IMG Worlds of Adventure or Motiongate/LEGOLAND — we match the park to your kids’ ages.

Day6
Old Dubai

Souks, abra & the future

A gentler day: an abra boat across the Creek, the gold and spice souks, and the futuristic Museum of the Future.

Day7
Beach · Fly home

Pool morning & the journey home

A last splash by the pool and a private transfer to the airport — or extend with a few nights in the Maldives, a short hop away.

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What's in it & why us

Everything handled, end to end

Why book with OWT

  • Family resorts we know and trust
  • Direct UK flights & private transfers
  • Kids’-age-matched parks & tours
  • One dedicated specialist, start to finish
  • Financial protection on packages
  • 24/7 support, 4.8/5 service

What's included

  • Return direct UK flights
  • 6 nights, family beach resort
  • Private airport & hotel transfers
  • Waterpark, safari & park tickets as agreed
  • Daily breakfast (half-board optional)
  • Insurance & travel guidance

Make it yours

  • Little ones: LEGOLAND & gentler days
  • Teens: more theme parks & adventure
  • Luxury: Atlantis or Palm resorts
  • Twin-centre: add the Maldives or Abu Dhabi
  • Budget: we flex resorts to your number

The route at a glance

Beach & poolsFamily resort base for 6 nights
Parks & playWaterparks & theme parks
Culture & desertSafari, souks, Burj Khalifa

Add the Maldives or Abu Dhabi?

This 7-day plan is the ultimate family Dubai week — but it is yours to reshape. Add a few nights in the Maldives or Abu Dhabi (Ferrari World, Yas Island), upgrade to Atlantis or a Palm resort, or gear the parks to your kids’ ages. Tell us the trip in your head and we will build it.

Good to know

Dubai family holiday FAQs

Is Dubai good for a family holiday?

Excellent — direct 7-hour flights, guaranteed sunshine, world-class waterparks and theme parks, family beach resorts and easy, safe getting-around make it one of the best family destinations.

How much does a Dubai family holiday cost from the UK?

It depends on season, resort level and airline, from great-value family hotels to Atlantis and the Palm. We build every trip to your budget. Request a free, no-obligation quote and we will price options to match.

When is the best time for a Dubai family holiday?

November to March has the most comfortable temperatures for kids and outdoor parks. School holidays book up early, so we recommend enquiring ahead.

Can you tailor this to my children’s ages?

Yes — that is the point. We match the parks, pace and resort (kids’ clubs, pools, connecting rooms) to your family, and can add the Maldives or Abu Dhabi.

Is it financially protected?

Yes — package holidays with us include financial protection, and we are rated 4.8/5 Excellent on Trustpilot.

Want this Dubai family trip — your way?

Send us your dates, budget and your children’s ages and your dedicated specialist will tailor this itinerary and price it for you. No obligation, no pressure.

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Photography via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA). Itinerary is a sample and fully tailor-made by One World Travels & Tours (OWT Group Ltd).