Dubai
Dates:
21 November - 1 December 2022
Duration:
8 or 11
days
Group:
50-100
ppl
Join this special Follow The Socceroos tour and support Team Australia together with hundreds of your fellow travelers In Dubai.
Why Dubai? Easy. Comfy. Fun!
Almost twice as many fans will gather in this cosmopolitan, modern and vibrant destination during the event. There will be over 30 fan zones accessible to share the vibe that only a World Cup can provide. The world is coming to celebrate, this will be the best place to be.
Dubai has many advantages specific to football fans to enjoy making this the perfect location to experience the best the region has to offer. Better selection of hotels to enjoy a more comfortable stay, world class attractions to keep everyone entertained and relaxed, unique nightlife and party atmosphere with easy access to alcohol.
Around half a million fans are expected to stay in Dubai, more fan zones to connect and celebrate the World Cup, cheaper direct flights, finally easy fast shuttle flights to Doha on match days to explore Doha and get the full match day experience. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the party in style!
We had the pleasure to host over 100 guests in our Socceroos supporter group in 2018. We invite you to join us again with many more expected this time in Dubai to follow the Socceroos and attend the World Cup in Doha, Qatar 2022.
NEW!! Check out our 8-day short packages that include any 2 group stage matches of your team!! Just pick any 8 days you like!
21 November / Day 1: Arrival at Dubai
Arrive in Dubai from Australia and transfer to your hotel to check-in. In the evening we will take a group transfer to one of the posh Dubai restaurants to meet and join up with your fellow Socceroos fans at our great welcome dinner and party.
22 November / Day 2: Australia v France / 10:00 PM, Al Janoub Stadium
Get ready to attend the first game of the Socceroos where we will face the World Cup Champions, France, again. After breakfast take a group transfer to Dubai airport for your 1-hour flight to Doha (at 5:35 p.m). Take a group transfer from the airport to the stadium with plenty of time to socialise sing chant and show your colours. The game starts at 10 p.m. Enjoy the game and cheer for Australia! After the game we will hopefully be celebrating on our return transfer to the airport to take 1 hour flight to Dubai (departs at 3:05 a.m.), transfer back to your hotel.
23-25 November / Days 3-5: Free time or sightseeing in Dubai
Enjoy the sightseeing in Dubai or spend days at leisure. Our packages include full-day Dubai City tour at one of these days. On one of the days after the breakfast our guide with a vehicle will pick you to discover the best Dubai can offer. You will start at Dubai Marina, followed by a trip to Palm Jumeirah, a human made island. At sunset you will visit the world’s tallest building, ‘Burj Khalifa’ to experience the world’s highest observation deck. You will then be driven to Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a colorful and vibrant market in an Arabian city discovering its charm at every turn. After the tour we will bring you back to your hotel.
26 November / Day 6: Tunisia vs Australia / 1:00 PM, Al Janoub Stadium
Today the Socceroos will play against Tunisia. After breakfast we take a group transfer to Dubai airport for your 1-hour flight to Doha (at 9:50 a.m.) and a group transfer from the airport to the stadium. The game starts at 1 p.m. Enjoy the game and cheer for an Australian win! After the game transfer back to the airport to take 1 hour flight to Dubai (at 6:30 p.m.), transfer to the hotel to continue the celebration throughout the in Dubai to explore or maybe spend some time at one of the many fan zones nearby to watch the other games.
27-29 November / Days 7-9: Free time or sightseeing in Dubai
Rest in Dubai or take a side trip to Abu Dhabi, the capital city for sightseeing or F1 experience. Our packages also include a full-day desert tour. Experience several desert activities in one journey, including ATV-driving at the Red Dunes. Simply enjoy the dunes and activities provided. Ride an ATV or a camel, go sandboarding; enjoy henna art and Arabian-costume photos; and conclude with a barbecue-buffet dinner and live shows. After the tour we will bring you back to the hotel.
30 November / Day 10: Australia vs Denmark / 6:00 PM, Al Janoub Stadium
On the third group stage matchday Australia will meet Denmark. After breakfast take a group transfer to Dubai airport for your 1-hour flight to Doha (at 1:15 p.m.). Take a group transfer from the airport to the stadium. The Socceroos game starts at 6 p.m. Enjoy the game and cheer for Australia! After the game transfer back to the airport to take 1 hour flight to Dubai (at 11:55 p.m.), transfer to the hotel and take a sleep in Dubai.
1 December / Day 11: Departure from Dubai
Private transfer to the airport for a departure flight from Dubai. Ask us about adding a pre- or post-addition to your trip to make the most of your travel to many locations around the world. We can build customized tours upon request specially for you and your travelling party before meeting in UAE or as an extra experience after the event.
Accommodation
You will spend 10 nights in fantastic hotels, hand chosen by our team in Dubai. Dubai has over 2500 hotels to fit any budget and preference compared to Doha with very limited and expensive or simple accommodation options. Our team have toured the region extensively to hand pick the best options for any budget or preference.
Shuttle to Doha
On your team match days you will join our supporter groups taking Just a 1 hour direct flight with all transfers included in an established green corridor to fast track the process for World Cup supporters staying in Dubai. It’s never been easier to get to Qatar! We have already blocked for you the most convenient flights to attend all 3 the Socceroos games, which will give our groups plenty of time for pre- and post games experiences in Doha. Let us know if you would like to arrive early to spend more time in Doha and we will arrange this flight for you.
Entertainment
Dubai boasts over 100 of the world best attractions to entertain you, visit the Burj Khalifa, the worlds tallest building, explore the palm Jumeira, world famous shopping experiences and so much more! A true unrivaled party destination, over 1000 bars, beach clubs and nightclubs in Dubai, including iconic rooftops versus just around 150 in Doha. 37 bottle shops to the public so you can easily stock up on alcoholic beverages as we are accustomed to, compared to an almost dry country such as Qatar where alcohol sales are not permitted to the public and only available in some 5 star hotels.
Fan experience
Almost twice as many fans will gather in this cosmopolitan, modern and vibrant destination during the event. There will be over 30 fan zones accessable to share the vibe that only a World Cup can provide. The world is coming to celebrate, this will be the best place to be.
Parties
With over 500,000 fans expected the city will become a football fanzone filled with endless events and parties to socialise and connect. With so much to offer guests of all ages, you will be enthralled and entertained from start to finish, even between your teams matches.
Tickets
Our manager will assist you with all the details to ensure you can get to the games.
Transportation
All group airport transfers in Dubai are already included in your travel package. In Doha transport is provided to the stadium and back to the airport allowing plenty of time to make the most of your day. Our packages also include private airport transfers on the first and the final days of your journey in Dubai.
Shuttle to Doha
On your team match days you will join our supporter groups taking Just a 1 hour direct flight with all transfers included in an established green corridor to fast track the process for World Cup supporters staying in Dubai. It’s never been easier to get to Qatar! We have already blocked for you the most convenient flights to attend all 3 the Socceroos games, which will give our groups plenty of time for pre- and post games experiences in Doha. Let us know if you would like to arrive early to spend more time in Doha and we will arrange this flight for you.
Sightseeing
Brighten up your stay in Dubai, our packages which include 2 sightseeing tours. Dubai city tour (including Burj Khalifa At the Top), exciting desert safari with local activities and BBQ dinner, sea cruise and other great options.
Food & Beverages
Your package will include daily hotel buffet breakfasts in Dubai & delicious welcome dinner at iconic high-end restaurant. A true unrivaled party destination, over 1000 bars, beach clubs and nightclubs in Dubai, including iconic rooftops versus just around 150 in Doha. 37 bottle shops to the public so you can easily stock up on alcoholic beverages as we are accustomed to, compared to an almost dry country such as Qatar where alcohol sales are not permitted to the public and only available in some 5 star hotels. We ensure that our guests will have access to bars licensed to sell beers, cocktails and spirits.
Pre and post tour planning available
Ask us about pre- or post-additions to your trip to make the most of your travel to many locations around the world. We can build customized tours upon request for you and your travelling party before meeting in Qatar or as an extra experience after the event.
Add multiple destinations
We are not just about football. We are experienced in travel as we bring thousands of tourists to the remotest parts of the World. You will be surprised how close Doha is to everything and how comfortable a sophisticated travel itinerary trip can be with our experience travel concierge service team. Chat with one of our travel experts and we will create unique custom itinerary just for you.
Discover the Middle East
The Middle East… Fascinating, charming, unexplored & ultra modern. We’re absolutely sure you will have the most amazing oriental experience in Qatar. However, why not take advantage of its crossroads location and extend your trip with a pre/post or even “in-between the games” tour?
Discover Europe
Why not marvel the iconic cultural and historical treasures or attend the most famous shows in Europe? Enjoy festive season and New Year Eve and make your holidays shopping at numerous famous Christmas markets. Go for a skiing break in Alps before or after your hot soccer days in Qatar. View stunning Northern Lights in any Arctic Circle country, from Iceland to Russia.
Discover Africa & Asia
Or, why not entertain your loved ones with a side-trip to Kenya or Tanzania on a safari, or take a beach break on a sunny Maldives, Seychelles and Mauritius?
Apply after buying the tickets
After buying tickets, application for a Hayya Card or Fan ID will be essential as it is a mandatory requirement to attend matches for local and international match attendees. The Hayya Card will also act as an entry permit to Qatar for international visitors regardless of purpose and will be the only means to enter within the duration of 1 November 2022 till 1 January 2023. The regulation is applicable to GCC nationals and residents. The Hayya Card will also provide a number of benefits, including free public transport for ticket holders on match days. Match attendance would require the Hayya card along with your match ticket.
Services that the Hayya card will entitle you to:
Entry to Qatar for International fans (will serve as a visa), Free Doha Metro, Free Public Buses, Free Tournament Buses, Free Trams & Smart journey planning via the "Hayya App"
Apply after buying the tickets
After buying tickets, application for a Hayya Card or Fan ID will be essential as it is a mandatory requirement to attend matches for local and international match attendees. The Hayya Card will also act as an entry permit to Qatar for international visitors regardless of purpose and will be the only means to enter within the duration of 1 November 2022 till 1 January 2023. The regulation is applicable to GCC nationals and residents. The Hayya Card will also provide a number of benefits, including free public transport for ticket holders on match days. Match attendance would require the Hayya card along with your match ticket.
24/7 Support
We take care of you from the moment your plane lands at the airport and until we say our farewells. Along with travel directors in the field, there is a 24/7 phone/WhatsApp line with our operations office. You will always feel well looked after.
Tailor-made travel packages
All travel packages we offer are customizable. Just tell our managers about your travel desire and we will tailor-make your tour for you.
Travel with like-minded people
Our group will be something around 1000+ soccer fans with both kids and adults, singles and couples. If you are travelling solo - that's not a problem! We can match solo travellers with other solo guests so you can share a room to manage costs if you wish. Our tours are a great opportunity to make new friends!
Best price guarantee
We offer best rates for World Cup 2022 travel packages. We are not just about football. We are experienced in travel as we bring thousands of tourists to the remotest parts of the World
Experience-based travel
We, together with our sister company Discovery Russia, brought 1000+ football fans from Australia, USA, UK, Germany, Croatia, Mexico, Peru, Panama, Chile, Colombia, Iran to the World Cup in Russia in 2018. You may see their reviews below.
Payment terms
To confirm your booking a 50% deposit is required. Remaining 50% - before 1st of September 2022. We accept Bank Transfers and Credit card payments.
Payment terms
To confirm your booking a 50% deposit is required. Remaining 50% - before 1st of September 2022. We accept Bank Transfers and Credit card payments.
Standard Tickets
Standard tickets are sold during Random Selection Draw sales periods. Travel companies or any other companies except FIFA are prohibited to sell Standard tickets. Any ticket sold as a Standard ticket requires personal details and passport details of the ticket holder and cannot be sold/transferred to any other third party. Submit your World Cup 2022 ticket application at the official FIFA ticketing portal: https://fifa.com/tickets
Hospitality Tickets: ENQUIRE NOW!
These are GUARANTEED tickets that can be purchased right now based on current availability. As your travel concierge, we can assist you in this process and explain the details. These are premium tickets with premium seats, VIP entrance and security check, parking, memorable gifts, gourmet meals and drinks. Rates vary greatly depending on a tournament stage and a class of seats starting from US$ 950 per ticket per person for a group stage game and from US$ 1250 for a play-off game. The Opening Match, the Semi-finals and the Final are not available for selection as a Single Match Package. The hospitality packages including the Final and one of the Semi-final games start from US$ 6700.
Standard Tickets
Standard tickets are sold during Random Selection Draw sales periods. Travel companies or any other companies except FIFA are prohibited to sell Standard tickets. Any ticket sold as a Standard ticket requires personal details and passport details of the ticket holder and cannot be sold/transferred to any other third party. Submit your World Cup 2022 ticket application at the official FIFA ticketing portal: https://fifa.com/tickets
Booking international flights
International flights to Dubai from Australia are almost half the price. Flights start at around $1,900 AUD from Sydney compared to $3,400 AUD to Doha!
Booking international flights
International flights to Dubai from Australia are almost half the price. Flights start at around $1,900 AUD from Sydney compared to $3,400 AUD to Doha!
8-DAY PACKAGE
Hotel in Dubai 3,4 or 5-star (7 nights)
Daily breakfast
2 return flights Dubai - Doha (economy)
Welcome dinner & party
Group return transfers Dubai airport - hotel on matchdays
English speaking tour directors on site
Travel concierge service during your ticketing process
Commemorative souvenirs & supporter kit
Private airport transfers on arrival & departure
Desert experience
All taxes and fees
11-DAY PACKAGE
Hotel in Dubai 3,4 or 5-star (10 nights)
Daily breakfast
3 return flights Dubai - Doha (economy)
Welcome dinner & party
Group return transfers Dubai airport - hotel on matchdays
English speaking tour directors on site
Travel concierge service during your ticketing process
Commemorative souvenirs & supporter kit
Private airport transfers on arrival & departure
Dubai city tour incl. Burj Khalifa Observation Desk
Desert experience
All taxes and fees
Aubrey DeSouza
Australia
World Cup - Qatar Prior to our trip to the World Cup to Qatar, we were given helpful advice to plan the trip with staff of World of Discoveries (Wofdi). The Trip was very organized with good ground support and did not have any problems. The Wofdi was always just a "what app" away which was comforting and helpful Aubrey and Marilyn DeSouza
Dragan Rakic
Australia
Great experience and organisation by the team at World of Discoveries - communication was great all the way through the trip
Arturo Chaltelt
USA
WOD is a company you can trust and feel comfortable asking for anything to make your experience better. I just traveled to the 2022 World Cup with them and it was a blast. Everything nicely coordinated and great constant service and communication.
Brian King
USA
Highly Recommend Just back from Germany where World of Discoveries organized a fantastic custom trip for us to the Euro 2024 football (soccer) tournament, covering Frankfurt and Cologne. From start to finish, their communication was excellent, ensuring we were well-informed and prepared for our adventure. Our in-country host, Mike, was exceptional. He went above and beyond to keep everyone updated on game day, making sure everything ran smoothly. His knowledge and enthusiasm added a special touch to our experience. Seats obtained by them were great too! The hotel selections were spot on. In Cologne, our hotel was perfectly situated, allowing us to easily walk to the fan zone and along the river, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of the tournament alongside fellow fans. The convenience and quality of the accommodations truly enhanced our trip. Overall, World of Discoveries exceeded our expectations with their attention to detail, customer service, and seamless organization. They made our Euro 2024 experience unforgettable, and we wouldn't hesitate to book with them again for future adventures. Thank you, World of Discoveries, for an incredible journey!
Ian C
Australia
World of Discoveries make you feel like you are their only customer (in a good way) that they can personalise and achieve outcomes for the biggest events in the World. Since my awesome experience at the 2018 Men's World Cup in Russia to the recent Women's World Cup 2023 held in Australia and New Zealand, Varya and her team ensure that her customers are satisfied beyond expectations. If you are looking for a real experience and a trusted partner to deliver, you should not hesitate to contact World of Discoveries.
KShone
Great Britain
Excellent trip to Euros24 in Cologne to watch the final England group game. WofDi were extremely helpful throughout the entire trip, delivered all the required elements (airport transfers, hotel & match tickets) and were on-hand throughout to answer questions. Definitely use again.
The term World Cup is used only to describe certain events without the specific permission of FIFA. World of Discoveries is not affiliated with FIFA, The FIFA World Cup, Qatar 2022, The Local Organizing Committee, MATCH Hospitality or MATCH in anyway. Travel packages and services provided by World of Discoveries are independent from FIFA. The official website that offers tickets for FIFA tournament is https://www.fifa.com/.
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