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Drive an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) at full throttle across the sands and enjoy an exciting program of other desert exploits in one fuss-free trip with this premium experience from Dubai. Hit the red dunes of the Lahbab desert, bump around a 60-minute ATV circuit, and relax Bedouin-style at the 5-star Al Khayma camp. Sip coffee, ride camels, and enjoy an Arabic-costume photoshoot, barbecue-buffet, dance shows, and stargazing before returning.

Immerse yourself in old Dubai’s traditional Gold and Spice Souks—and get expert advice on bartering—on this private walking tour. With your guide, stroll the Gold Souk, passing windows glittering with jewelry before exploring the Spice Souk’s piles of spices, sweets, and goodies. Pause to shop where you wish, finesse your haggling, and perhaps clinch some bargains you’d miss if by yourself. Choose from various departures to suit you.

Save precious vacation time by prebooking this ticket-and-transfer combo for Dubai’s Miracle Garden and Global Village. Your experience starts with hotel pickup and a transfer to Miracle Garden, where you’re free to explore the floral creations, crafted from more than 150 million blooms, at leisure. Next, continue to Global Village and spend the evening enjoying its glittering mini-landmarks, culinary and cultural pavilions, and profusion of carnival rides, shops, and shows.

Discover Abu Dhabi on this full-day tour from Dubai, blending cultural heritage with modern elegance. Highlights include an inside visit to the stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a stop at the newly opened BAPS Hindu Mandir, and scenic drives past landmarks like Emirates Palace, Etihad Towers, and Corniche Road. Hotel pickup from most major Dubai hotels makes this tour a seamless way to explore the UAE’s capital and its sights.

Book ahead to secure your admission ticket to the 152nd, 153rd, and 154th floor of the Burj Khalifa, one of Dubai’s tallest buildings. Get epic views over Dubai that make for frame-worthy photos. Plus, booking ahead means no risk of sold-out days or times, and your admission ticket also allows you to skip the lines once you arrive.

Enjoy a desert safari featuring 30–40 minutes of dune bashing, optional quad biking, and a visit to a premium desert camp. Experience camel rides, sandboarding, henna painting, and traditional Arabic dress photo opportunities. Savor a BBQ buffet dinner with international dishes and unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee, while watching live shows including Tanura, belly, Khaleeji, Debke, and fire dances.

Embark on a comprehensive Abu Dhabi city tour from Dubai and explore the capital’s iconic landmarks. Visit the world-renowned Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Heritage Village, and the luxurious Emirates Palace. Drive along the picturesque Corniche and Yas Island, home to Ferrari World. Stop for a photo op at Ferrari World and shop at the Dates and Carpet Markets. Experience the blend of modernity and tradition on this full-day tour, with pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or residence.

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.

Join this half-day journey through the dynamic streets of Old Dubai. Explore traditional homes at the Al Fahidi courtyard and meander through narrow alleyways leading to wind towers. Visit the Coffee Museum, where you'll delight in learning about the beloved beverage, and the Dubai Museum, where you'll discover the history of this bustling trading post. Take a dhow boat ride for stunning views of Dubai Creek, followed by a visit to the vibrant Deira side's souks.

✈️ What is the best way to spend a layover in Dubai? Our Half-Day Dubai City Tour is the perfect way to make the most of your time! ⏳ A short 4-hour guided tour to explore Dubai’s iconic landmarks, historic sites, and cosmopolitan lifestyle. Highlights include: Capturing stunning photos of the world-famous Burj Al Arab Hotel Enjoying a traditional water taxi (Abra) ride Shopping like a local in the Gold & Spice Souks

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.

Dubai has traditions and history that are challenging to spot for newcomers, especially if they stick to the usual tourist circuit. On this small-group tour, see the “real” old Dubai starting from Al Fahidi historical neighborhood, which shows how the city appeared from about the mid-19th-century through the 1970s. Other highlights include visiting Al Seef, the Dubai Museum and Al Fahidi Fort, and the Coins Museum. Finish your tour with a traditional boat ride to gold and spice markets.

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.

Discover the highlights of modern and old Dubai on this half-day guided tour. Designed for travelers who want to see the top tourist attractions in a short amount of time, this tour includes entry into the Dubai Museum plus a traditional abra boat ride across the Dubai Creek. Also stroll through the popular gold and spice souks.

Embark on a desert safari and see Dubai’s highlights with this Dubai Super Saver, combining two popular tours at a discounted price over two successive days. On one day, take an afternoon Dubai city sightseeing tour to discover top Dubai attractions such as the Burj Al-Arab and Gold Souk, and on another day, enjoy a thrilling falcon show between the dunes in the Arabian Desert, an afternoon and evening Dubai desert safari that includes a camel ride, a sandboard session, sunset barbecue dinner, belly dancing show, and other entertainments. Choose the order you want to take the tours to suit your schedule.

View the Palm Jumeirah and other Dubai landmarks from the water on a RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) cruise. Board a RIB with a skipper, and cruise Dubai’s coastline with a camera in hand to enjoy the sights. Speed around the outer edges of the Palm past the Atlantis, The Palm; take in the tower-lined Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah; and admire the Burj Al Arab.

The emirates of Sharjah and Ajman are usually overshadowed by their bigger neighbor, Dubai. With this private tour, you’ll discover these lower-profile cities without worrying about transport and with a guide to show you around. Admire the skyscrapers and sights during the drive from Dubai, visit Sharjah’s King Faisal Mosque and Al Hisn Fort; explore Ajman Museum, and souvenir-hunt at Sharjah’s Al Arsah Souk, believed to be the UAE’s oldest.

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and it’s just over an hour from Dubai. This tour takes in all the highlights on a day trip, making it ideal for first-time visitors. Visit the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, drive along the scenic Abu Dhabi Corniche, learn more about Bedouin culture and traditions at the Heritage Village, and cross over to Yas Island to see Ferrari world.

Seeing Dubai’s top waterfront landmarks on your own can mean sitting in traffic or paying for expensive private charters—but this high-speed RIB (rigid inflatable boat) cruise offers a faster, more cost-effective option. Departing from Dubai Marina, skim across the water for unobstructed views of the Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, the Burj Al Arab, and royal palaces—a vantage point most travelers miss out on.

Revel in the majesty of modern Dubai with this 6-hour tour. Marvel at luxury yachts floating along the marina as a multitude of skyscrapers light up your horizon and explore opulent attractions such as The Palm Islands' lavish homes and hotels, the world-famous Burj Al Arab Hotel, Atlantis the Palm Hotel, and Souk Madinat Jumeirah.With an included ticket to Burj Khalifa and access to the luxurious Aquarium at Dubai Mall, you'll experience the iconic landmarks like never before.

Duabi is a huge city packed with people every day. Avoid the hustle and bustle on land and go on this Duabi Speedboat Tour by RIB. This tour lets you cruise comfortably as you see spots like Atlantic, The Palm, Burj Al Arab, and Dubai Marina. You’ll also cruise by Palm Jumeirah and take in views of the Dubai skyline. Bottled water is included for convenience.

Exploring Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque independently may leave you with only a superficial take on this vast place of worship—the UAE’s biggest. Get the most from a visit on this half-day tour from Dubai with a guide. Admire the interiors and learn the history behind the mosaics and calligraphy. An optional visit to the Zayed National Museum offers insight into the UAE’s heritage through engaging exhibits.

Spend the day exploring the highlights of the historic desert city of A Ain. Begin with a stop at the Hili Archeological Park, with Iron and Bronze Age history. Pass through the fortified Sheik Palace Museum, then walk along the shaded pathways of the Al Ain oasis.  See the Al Ain National Museum, the camel market, and the hot springs at Green Mubazarrah before returning to Dubai.

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.