DXB → DYU

Musandam Peninsula

The dramatic 'fjords of Arabia' and the jagged peaks of the Hajar Mountains jutting into the sea.

Strait of Hormuz

Aerial perspective of one of the world's most strategic maritime chokepoints filled with cargo vessels.

Dasht-e Lut

Views of the Kaluts (wind-sculpted rock formations) in the Lut Desert, one of the hottest places on Earth.

Pamir Mountains

Stunning snow-capped vistas of the 'Roof of the World' as the plane begins its descent into Tajikistan.

Nurek Reservoir

The vibrant turquoise waters of the Nurek Dam, one of the world's tallest, visible just before landing.

Dubai Urban Sprawl

Clear views of the Burj Khalifa and the intricate coastline of the UAE immediately after takeoff.

Persian Gulf Crossing

The transition from the turquoise waters of the gulf to the rugged, arid coastline of southern Iran.

Dasht-e Kavir

The Great Salt Desert of Iran, showcasing surreal salt flats and ancient geological formations.

Mashhad Outskirts

A distant view of one of Iran's largest cities and its sprawling urban development near the Turkmen border.

Kopet Dag Range

The northern slopes of the mountains that form the natural border between Iran and Turkmenistan.