Top United Arab Emirates Half-day Tours - page 4

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.

Swap a full afternoon-and-evening Abu Dhabi desert trip for a shorter outing with this morning tour—ideal if your time is limited in the UAE capital. Hold tight as your chauffeured 4x4 careers over the sands on a dune bash; absorb the scenery in the relative cool of morning; and keep the rest of the day and evening free for your other plans. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

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.

Experience the thrill of riding a powerful quad bike through the sand dunes of the Arabian Desert. A safety briefing and training on how to operate your 4x4 is provided by a guide. Round-trip transport from your centrally located Dubai hotel is included in this tour.

Beat the heat and take in Dubai's highlights in the evening when it is cooler on this tour. Cover several of downtown Dubai's highlights and travel between attractions in the comfort of an air-conditioned minibus. Relax with a stroll around Madinat Jumeirah, where lantern-lit lanes, wind towers and waterways create a magical ambiance.

Discover the best that Abu Dhabi has to offer during this full-day city tour. Begin your day at the stunning Sheikh Zayed Mosque and then head to other landmarks including the Heritage Village, the presidential palace, the Corniche, Emirates Palace, and more. Learn about the history and culture of the Emirates from your knowledgeable guide as you explore the capital of the UAE.

Visiting two of Abu Dhabi’s cultural attractions—the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Louvre Abu Dhabi—from Dubai independently means relying on buses or cabs. This small-group tour includes transport and entrance fees, leaving you to enjoy the sights. Admire the Louvre's art before discovering the Grand Mosque on a guided tour, all with the assurance your return transport is organized. Central hotel pickup and drop-off provide final, convenient touches.

Head out into the desert for an evening under the stars. Start out with a tour of the Mleiha Archaeological Centre where you will uncover the long history of the desert region. From there, take a ride through the desert to the majid (social gathering space) for some refreshments and a specially prepared barbeque supper. A guided hike through the dunes and star-gazing complete the evening.

Explore the palaces, sites, and culture of Abu Dhabi on this small-group tour that includes a whole afternoon at Ferrari World. Follow your guide through the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Emirates Palace, and take a scenic drive along the Corniche. Then, get a thrill on Ferrari-themed rides such as the Formula Rossa rollercoaster and driving simulators at Ferrari World, with no need to hurry.

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.

See Dubai like never before with a ticket to the iconic Dubai Frame. Wander through the museum and gallery to uncover Dubai’s transformation from a small fishing village to a bustling metropolis. Then, ride the elevator to the 500-feet-high (150-meter) sky bridge for stunning views of the city's history on one side and its modern marvels on the other.

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.

Without a rental car, exploring Abu Dhabi from Dubai takes a combo of buses, cabs, and walking—the latter difficult in often-scorching heat. This full-day tour whisks you around the landmarks by comfortable, air-conditioned SUV, saving you the hassle of going independently. Plus, a guide provides a rundown of the sights and their history as you visit the Grand Mosque and Dates Market, see Ferrari World, and more.

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.

Getting to Abu Dhabi from Dubai and exploring its sights can be stressful if you're going by cab, self-drive or bus. Travel from site to site in your own chauffeured vehicle on this private day trip, and enjoy the advantage of a driver-guide who'll share background on each landmark. Admire the vast Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque—the eighth largest in the world—see the skyscraper-lined Corniche, visit the Heritage Village and Dates Market, and snap photos of Ferrari World.

Discover the best of Abu Dhabi on this full-day tour from Dubai, complete with the Louvre Museum tickets, blending cultural heritage with modern marvels. Visit the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, enjoy a scenic drive along the Corniche, and explore the traditional Heritage Village. The highlight is entry to the Louvre Abu Dhabi, where you’ll admire its stunning architecture and world-class art collections.

Spend an evening in the desert with this adventure tour that includes dinner. Hop in a 4x4 Toyota SUV with a professional driver to go dune bashing, which involves traveling over sand dunes at different speeds for a bumpy but thrilling ride. Other activities include camel rides, sand boarding, and henna painting. Following that, sit down for a BBQ buffet with tanoura and belly dancing performances.

The UAE is more than just Dubai – its capital city Abu Dhabi warrants a visit too. Embark on a full-day trip, with convenient hotel pickup included, and travel to the city’s must-see landmarks, such as the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Marina Mall, Qasr Al Watan palace, and more.

Get to know the UAE’s ultra-modern capital of Abu Dhabi on this day trip from Dubai. Stroll around the white marble masterpiece of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, admire views of the Yas Marina Formula 1 circuit and Ferrari World, and visit the Heritage Village to learn about Abu Dhabi’s pre-oil past and Bedouin beginnings. Informative guided commentary, round-trip transport, and Dubai hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Fly a falcon and enjoy a desert wildlife drive on this tour from Dubai. Board a 4x4 with hotel pickup and roam the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to watch for animals such as the rare Arabian oryx, hares, and more. Then, enjoy a thrilling, interactive group falconry experience. Learn to fly a falcon from your glove and see prized birds and training techniques in action.

Combine a desert safari with a quad bike adventure and a camel ride on this single tour from Dubai. Planning all of these activities singly may be difficult, but booking this tour means all the details are arranged in advance and you just need to enjoy yourself. Drive the quad bikes through the open desert, go sandboarding on the dunes, and enjoy a camel ride before settling down in a Bedouin-style camp for live entertainment and a barbecue meal.

Get introduced to some of Dubai’s best bars on this group tour, where you’ll keep costs down by touring together, and most likely make some new friends, too. Just meet your guide at the departure spot, then your night begins. You’ll visit several bars, where you’ll get a free shot at each one, plus drinking games, and chances to take tons of photos.

Explore Dubai’s old and modern sights on a half- or full-day private tour. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle between must-see attractions, such as Jumeirah Mosque and Burj Al-Arab, ride a traditional ‘abra’ water taxi, and explore the souks with commentary from your guide. This tour is completely customized to your interests, allowing you to add-on tickets to top attractions or include a tasty lunch, without the hassle of planning.

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.