​Step DUBAI - SILICON VALLEY DELEGATION: Application

​Join the STEP DUBAI - SILICON VALLEY DELEGATION February 18th – 23rd, 2025.

​Travel with us to Dubai Internet City - The Heartbeat of Tech in MENA - to connect with top founders, investors, and influencers, all while exploring the dynamic MENA startup ecosystem and partaking in curated experiences designed to foster meaningful connections and business opportunities.

​Step began as a series of workshops and small gatherings, and has grown over the last 11 years to become the largest tech festival in Dubai. Step DUBAI hosts 4 main tracks, over 400 global startups showcases, hundreds of global investors, and 8000+ global attendees over two days. Step brings the tech world to Dubai.

​ITINERARY:

​FEBRUARY 18: ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN
Upon arrival at DXB Airport on the Emirates A380 flight from SFO, you’ll enjoy a 30-minute hotel transfer, followed by a warm meet and greet at the hotel. Dinner will be served at the hotel to conclude your first evening.

​February 19: STEP DUBAI & NETWORKING DINNER
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a transfer to Step Dubai at Dubai Internet City. Enjoy a full day of keynotes, networking, and the startup showcase. Afterward, head back to the hotel before the evening transfer to a networking dinner, and then return to the hotel to conclude the day.

​February 20: STEP DUBAI & AFTER PARTY
Start the morning with breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to Step Dubai. Spend the day attending keynote sessions, networking, and exploring the startup showcase. In the evening, transfer to the Step Dubai After Party before heading back to the hotel.

​February 21: ABU DHABI VISIT
Start the morning with an early breakfast at the hotel, followed by a transfer to Abu Dhabi. Spend the day visiting, The Louvre Abu Dhabi, and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, with lunch at a traditional Emirati restaurant. Return to Dubai in the evening.

​February 22: YACHT TRIP OR DESERT SAFARI
Start the morning with breakfast at the hotel, followed by either a private yacht trip along Dubai’s coastline with lunch onboard and leisure time in the afternoon before dinner at a local seafood restaurant. Or, enjoy a free morning for shopping or relaxation, followed by an afternoon desert safari and a traditional BBQ dinner in the desert with entertainment.

​February 23: Departure
Start your day with breakfast and checking out of the hotel, followed by a transfer to the airport for your return flight to SFO.

​AVAILABLE PACKAGES:

​ECONOMY PACKAGE WITH YACHT TRIP
Full-Access Conference Ticket, Economy/Coach Flight, 4* HOTEL, 5 NIGHTS, 6 DAYS
FROM $3,047 PP

​ECONOMY PACKAGE WITH DESERT SAFARI
Full-Access Conference Ticket, Economy/Coach Flight, 4* HOTEL, 5 NIGHTS, 6 DAYS
FROM $3,055 PP

​VIP PACKAGE WITH DESERT SAFARI
Full-Access Conference Ticket, Business Class Flight, 5* HOTEL, 5 NIGHTS, 6 DAYS
FROM $13,790 PP

​VIP PACKAGE WITH YACHT TRIP
Full-Access Conference Ticket, Business Class Flight, 5* HOTEL, 5 NIGHTS, 6 DAYS
FROM $14,020 PP