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See Dubai's landmarks and beautiful coastline from the deck of a boat on the Persian Gulf. During this boat tour, available in the early morning and late evening to beat the desert heat, get views of the Palm Jumeirah, the Dubai Marina, and the Burj Al Arab. Bring your camera for photo ops and learn about the history and culture of Dubai through your guide's narration.

Dubai’s old and new attractions are dispersed over around 18 miles (30 kilometers), so sightseeing requires serious planning. Make things easy, beat the heat, and cover the highlights on this convenient small-group tour. After hotel, cruise port, or city pickup; experience Dubai’s cultural heart at Deira's old souks and Dubai Museum before enjoying photo stops at all the modern must-sees, from the Burj Khalifa to the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab.

Dubai is full of fascinating landmarks, but they are spread out, which makes getting around a hassle without a car, especially on hot days. Ensure a seamless day of sightseeing on a group tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Highlights include modern attractions such as the Dubai, seeing the Dubai Frame, Burj Al Arab, and Palm Jumeirah, the souks of Old Dubai, and a ride on an "abra" (traditional wooden boat).

Discover Dubai your way on a double-decker, open-top Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour. See highlights such as the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, and Old Dubai, with the freedom to hop on and off at key stops. Choose a 24-hour, 48-hour, or 5-day pass, with select tickets including extras like a Dubai Creek cruise and attraction admissions.

Head into the Dubai desert for an evening of dining, adventure, and entertainment—without having to plan several excursions. Climb aboard an ATV for an adrenaline-fueled adventure through the golden sands. Then, enjoy a dune bashing experience. At the Bedouin-style camp, participate in other activities such as sandboarding or camel riding, before sitting down to a full buffet dinner complete with traditional Arab music and dancing.

Let loose in Dubai’s famous dunes on this desert adventure that includes dinner. Start with an adrenaline-fuelled dune bashing experience before a session of sand boarding and sunset photo stop. Then, enjoy a host of activities at a Bedouin-style camp, including a camel ride and henna tattoo painting. Your experience ends with a barbecue and buffet dinner, plus live entertainment under the stars.

Step back in time on a small-group walking tour of Old Dubai and discover the city’s humble beginnings. Explore Al Fahidi Fort to learn about Emirati history, cruise across Dubai Creek on a traditional abra, and sample flavorful local street food. Wander through the bustling Gold and Spice Souks, where you can practice your bargaining skills and soak up the atmosphere. Select hotel pickup options are available for added convenience.

Get to know old Dubai on this private heritage walking tour. Stroll the Al Fahidi district with its courtyards and wind towers; visit Bur Dubai’s bazaars; and ride an abra boat across Dubai Creek to roam Deira’s Gold and Spice Souks. Along the way, discover hidden details and stories of bygone Dubai you’d probably miss if exploring independently.

Dubai’s landmarks are dispersed across the city, so viewing them all in a single outing is tricky. This half-day tour delivers: transporting you around the must-sees in one easy excursion, with a driver-guide for added insight. Along the way, you’ll see Dubai Creek, the Atlantis, Burj Khalifa, and other must-sees; and pause for Burj Al-Arab photos, all without any tiring walks or navigation worries. Ideal for time-pressed Dubai newcomers.

Spread your wings while in Dubai on a day trip to Abu Dhabi, including lunch. Explore the futuristic UAE capital, visiting the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a masterwork of modern Islamic architecture, and the Heritage Village, an open-air replica of an oasis village. Other highlights include photo stops at the Yas Marina F1 circuit and the Ferrari World theme park. Your tour includes lunch in the city, plus hotel pickup and drop-off.

Aquaventure Waterpark in Dubai boasts impressive water rides and adventures fit for all ages. Avoid the disappointment of a sold-out day by prebooking your entry ticket. Enjoy the attractions as you wish: careen down corkscrew chutes, ride through shark tunnels, watch the little ones at the new Splasher’s Island area, and unwind on the lazy rivers. Stick to the waterpark or upgrade to include a visit to The Lost World, the Atlantis-themed aquarium.

Get an overview of Dubai without hopping between cabs, metro trains, or buses on this half-day tour. Forget transport worries—and any research into the sights with a driver-guide ready to supply background instead—and enjoy photo stops at the Atlantis, Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, and other attractions. A visit to Dubai Museum to explore the city’s roots and culture, and hotel pickup and drop-off provide the finishing touches.

A desert safari packs dune driving, a camel ride, and dinner into one evening, which is a lot to arrange from Dubai on your own. Bundle it all into one efficient trip, heading to the red-sand dunes of the Lahbab Desert for a dune-bashing session and sunset at a desert camp. Try sandboarding and a camel ride, then settle in for a barbecue dinner and a cultural show.

Make the most of your time in the UAE, however limited, by adding a day trip to Abu Dhabi from Dubai. This tour takes care of the planning and transportation for you. Instead of waiting around for taxis, your transfers between attractions are included. Check off a variety of the city's top sights, from the luxurious Emirate Palace to the Emirates Heritage Village and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

Ideal for culture connoisseurs, this desert safari features a heart-pounding dune bashing session, a camel ride, live cultural performances including belly dancing, a photo shoot in Arabic costume, a BBQ buffet dinner, and an ATV upgrade. From Dubai, visit an oasis and a camel farm in the Arabian Desert before watching a magical sunset. Learn about Arabian culture at a desert camp inspired by a Bedouin village, try your hand at sandboarding, and let local artists decorate your hands and feet with henna. Dinner, unlimited soft drinks, and hotel pickup and drop-off in central Dubai are included.

Explore the famous desert metropolis of Dubai during this private half-day tour. See key city landmarks such as Jumeirah Mosque, Emirates Towers, the Dubai World Trade Centers, and the Burj al Arab hotel. Visit the Dubai Museum, in the old part of town, to learn about the history and culture of the Emirates before ending your cultural experience at the local souks for some shopping.

While you’re in port in Dubai, check out the city’s dazzling highlights on a memorable 4.5-hour private tour. Traveling between the sights in a private, air-conditioned minivan, and with personalized commentary from your private guide, take in top Dubai attractions such as Jumeirah Mosque, the Burj Al-Arab hotel and the old Al Bastakiya neighborhood, with its traditional wind-tower houses. Visit Dubai Museum to chart the city’s incredible history and ride an ‘abra’ water taxi across Dubai Creek to explore the aromatic Spice Souk and shop at the glittering Gold Souk.

Explore the capital of the United Arab Emirates during this full-day private tour from Dubai. Learn about the history, culture, and heritage of Abu Dhabi and the U.A.E. as you visit key landmarks like the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Heritage Village, and the Dates Market as well as newer attractions including the Louvre Museum and Yas Island. Enjoy a personalized experience with a private guide and round-trip hotel transfers.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Dubai or travelers on a budget, this shared bus tour takes in all the highlights in one day. Enjoy spectacular views of Sheikh Zayed road and Burj Khalifa; visit the Grand Mosque of Jumeirah and Dubai Marina, ride a traditional abra across Dubai Creek; and enjoy free time for lunch and shopping at Dubai Mall.

Delve into traditional Emirati culture over a delicious local meal on an engaging experience in Dubai. Visit the charming Al-Fahidi neighborhood in old Dubai’s Al Bastakiya district, and take a seat in a delightful, wind towered courtyard. After Arabic coffee and dates, enjoy a tasty feast of local specialties, including syrup-soaked ‘ligamat’ donuts. As you eat, enjoy a question-and-answer session with a local expert, covering local culture. Learn about Emirati dress, food and daily life, and leave with a deeper understanding of Dubai’s past and present.

Immerse yourself in the stunning, dune-filled landscapes of the Lahbab Desert during this full-day adventure excursion, which includes a tasty BBQ dinner in a Bedouin-style campsite. First, enjoy a guided quad biking and dune bashing excursion in the desert, then unwind over an entertainment-filled evening under the open stars. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Experience Abu Dhabi and go inside the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque on this small-group tour from Dubai. Traveling by shared vehicle with a driver-guide, you’ll see sights like the Corniche and Emirates Palace; and enjoy time to explore the art-filled Louvre and gleaming Grand Mosque. Your tour includes Louvre and Grand Mosque admission, plus door-to-door transport from Dubai for your convenience.

Experience Emirati hospitality on this epic adventure that starts with pickup from your hotel. Go dune bashing with an experienced driver at the wheel, then stop to appreciate the desert sunset and snap some photos. Then it's on to a Bedouin camp party featuring a buffet barbecue dinner, belly dancing, henna painting, camel riding, and more traditional Arabic activities.

Zoom in on Abu Dhabi’s cultural and spiritual highlights rather than cover the entire city in a day from Dubai. Instead of checking off the UAE capital’s hotels and high-rises, enjoy two generously timed visits to its Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Louvre art museum. Tour the resplendent Grand Mosque, and then admire the Louvre’s geometric architecture and artworks. Entry fees and return hotel transport are included for a seamless trip.