Booking a winter trip to Dubai just got cheaper in practice. On September 29, Emirates launched a winter campaign that hands travellers booking eligible return tickets to Dubai complimentary attraction passes worth AED 535 (about US$145). The bundle covers three of the city’s biggest paid experiences: Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark, the Lost World Aquarium, and the Dubai City Sightseeing hop-on-hop-off bus. The catch is timing — tickets must be purchased between September 21 and October 11, 2026, and travel must be completed by December 13.

What the AED 535 Bundle Actually Includes

The free package covers entry to three attractions that would otherwise eat a real chunk of a holiday budget:

  • Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark — the famous slide-packed waterpark at Atlantis The Palm, including the Shark Attack slide through a lagoon of rays and sharks.
  • The Lost World Aquarium — the Atlantis resort’s aquarium, home to sharks, rays, and thousands of marine species.
  • Dubai City Sightseeing bus — the hop-on-hop-off open-top bus tour covering landmarks from the Burj Khalifa to the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood.

The offer applies across all cabin classes on qualifying return itineraries — not one-way tickets. After ticketing, eligible passengers receive redemption instructions through their booking confirmation.

Visitors watching sharks and rays swim overhead in a large aquarium tunnel

Inside an aquarium like the Lost World Aquarium, where visitors walk through tunnels beneath sharks and rays — included in Emirates’ free bundle.

Booking Window, Travel Dates, and Fine Print

The key dates are tight. Eligible return tickets must be purchased between September 21 and October 11, 2026 — the booking window closes in under two weeks from the campaign’s announcement. Travel must take place between September 24 and December 13, 2026.

Emirates’ terms and eligible-origin exclusions apply, and some departure points are excluded, so check the full conditions on the campaign coverage or emirates.com before booking. The flexible booking extras Emirates is also promoting — unlimited free date changes across all cabin classes, a free 24-hour fare hold, and reduced refund fees — soften the risk if plans shift.

Why Winter Is the Season to Visit Dubai

The campaign is timed for Dubai’s strongest visitor period. October through April brings cooler weather that makes beaches, outdoor dining, and sightseeing comfortable — the best time to visit Dubai by most measures. The winter calendar is also packed with festivals and events, from Global Village to the Dubai Shopping Festival.

Emirates is layering this offer on top of its year-round extras. My Emirates Pass continues to offer savings at hundreds of restaurants, shops, and leisure spots across Dubai — just show your boarding pass. And the airline’s Dubai Experience platform helps build personalised itineraries combining hotels, dining, tours, and attractions, as local coverage noted.

Open-top red double-decker sightseeing bus passing Dubai's modern skyline on a sunny day

The Dubai City Sightseeing hop-on-hop-off bus, which takes in the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Marina, and the historic Al Fahidi district.

Before you book, it pays to do the maths. Compare the bundle against a realistic Dubai trip budget, browse our Aquaventure guide to plan your day at the waterpark, and stack the freebies with free things to do in Dubai to stretch the trip further. For a full rundown of the city’s other splash parks, see the best waterparks in Dubai.

FAQs About Emirates’ Winter Offer

Who qualifies for the free AED 535 attraction bundle?

Travellers booking eligible Emirates return tickets to Dubai, in any cabin class, purchased between September 21 and October 11, 2026, for travel by December 13, 2026. Terms and origin exclusions apply.

Which attractions are included?

Three: Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark, the Lost World Aquarium, and the Dubai City Sightseeing hop-on-hop-off bus tour.

Does the offer apply to one-way tickets?

No — it applies to qualifying return itineraries only.

Can I change my dates after booking?

Emirates is promoting unlimited free date changes across all cabin classes for Dubai travellers, plus a free 24-hour fare hold and reduced refund fees. Check the specific fare rules before booking.

What else can I save on with Emirates this winter?

My Emirates Pass gives discounts at hundreds of participating restaurants, shops, spas, and leisure venues across the UAE — present your Emirates boarding pass with valid ID. The Dubai Experience platform can help plan hotels, dining, and activities.