Private Dubai: Highlights of Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From USD 383.00
Office phone number: +97 156 215 9898
Private Dubai: Highlights of Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Dubai is a city renowned for having it all; fascinating history, epic beaches, world-class shopping and a dizzying array of weird and wonderful entertainment options. If you want to see all the delights of Dubai but have no idea where to start, join us for a private tour of its most thrilling highlights. See the Burj Khalifa, grab a bargain at the spice and gold souk, explore the world’s largest mall and take a ride around the marina in your own private boat – you’re in Dubai darling, you may as well treat yourself!
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Highlights
- Discover what life was like in UAE before the oil rush at Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai’s oldest building
- Shop till you drop at the exotic spice and gold market
- Explore the vast Mall and all its hidden delights, such as the light and water show, with a local by your side
- Visit the world’s largest man-made island and traverse it by monorail
- Glide across Dubai’s luxurious Marina in your own private boat
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Schedule details
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Pickup location:
At your hotel. Please advise us where you will be staying when you make your booking.
- Pickup time: 8.30 AM
- Drop off location:
At your hotel.
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, private air conditioned minivan, cold water, water taxi (abra) ride, Dubai museum entry ticket, monorail ticket, private boat ride around Dubai marina.
Exclusions: Food and shopping at the market and at Dubai Mall, tip/gratuities for your driver and guide.
Your private tour will begin with a visit to Dubai’s oldest building, the Al Fahidi Fort which has been converted into Dubai’s premier museum. This is a great place to begin our tour as it will give you a chance to learn about the history of the United Arab Emirates and what life was like before the oil discovery that changed its destiny forever.
From history to shopping, next we’ll hop into a water taxi (known as an abra) to cross Dubai Creek from Bur Dubai to the Deira side to visit the famous spice and gold market.
Your local guide will be able to help you with the obligatory haggling with stall owners and point you in the right direction of the best quality products as we stroll around the souk, soaking in its exotic atmosphere.
From the old-style way of shopping to the new, your next stop is the world’s biggest mall, where we’ll spend half an hour exploring its many highlights, such as the aquarium, water fall, ice rink and the dancing fountain where you can take an awesome photo of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building (828 metres, if you’re interested).
The Dubai Mall boasts a tonne of tasty food options, so next we’ll stop for a bite to eat (not included) at a restaurant, café or fast food joint of your choice.
After you have replenished your energy, we will head over to Palm Island, the biggest man-made island in the world, which we will discover by monorail. The island is home to a vast array of elegant buildings and fancy architecture and is the location for one of the world’s biggest and most well-known hotels, the Atlantis.
Our final stop will be at Dubai Marina, where we’ll take a private boat ride for half an hour. This is a great opportunity to get closer to and take photos of some of the city’s most impressive skyscrapers, such as the Infinity Tower, which is the most twisted tower in the world and the Princess Tower which is the tallest residential tower in the world at 413 metres.
After your boat trip, we’ll drive you back to your hotel after an action-packed day of sightseeing! Before you go, don’t forget to ask your local guide for tips on what else to see and do during your stay in glamourous Dubai.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, private air conditioned minivan, cold water, water taxi (abra) ride, Dubai museum entry ticket, monorail ticket, private boat ride around Dubai marina.
Exclusions: Food and shopping at the market and at Dubai Mall, tip/gratuities for your driver and guide.
Dress standard: Please dress in comfortable clothes and shoes
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at your hotel for pick up. Please check your hotel details are correct on the voucher.If your details are not correct, it is very important to please email us to confirm your correct pick up hotel using the contact details on the voucher. If you prefer you may also phone the change through to us during business hours.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
Food is not included in this tour. There are many food options to choose from at the Dubai Mall and if you have any special dietary requirements, your guide will be able to advise you on the best places to visit.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +97 156 215 9898
Email address: info@dubaiurbanadventures.com
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