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Dive into Arabic culture and history on a guided tour of Dubai. Visit the Al Fahidi neighborhood, the Coins Museum, and vibrant souks on a walking tour, and cross the Dubai Creek on a traditional boat.
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Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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Instant confirmation & Mobile ticketsReceive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
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Private tourAvoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
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Free pickupA complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered. (depends on selected option)
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Live guidingArabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
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Duration3-4 hours
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Includes
- Private traditional boat ride (Abra)
- Local guide
- Arabic coffee
- Bottled water
- Dates with chocolate
- All fees and taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food
Highlights
- Treat all your senses to the smells and colors of the Spices Souk and Gold Souk
- Enjoy a mixture of contemporary architecture with historic touches in Al Seef
- Journey into Dubai's past with a visit to the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood
- Get a better understanding of Arab culture and Dubai's history from your guide
- Set sail on an Abra, a traditional small ferry-like boat, across the Dubai Creek
Description
Enjoy a guided tour of Dubai’s famous sights, including the Al Fahidi historical neighborhood and Al Seef heritage area. Sail on the Dubai Creek onboard a traditional Abra boat to head to the spices gold souks.
Meet your guide and start the tour from the Al Seef heritage area along the banks of Dubai Creek, the city's historic commercial hub. Take in views of the shoreline, traditional dhow boats, and old-world architecture.
Along the Dubai Creek, continue to the Al Fahidi historical neighborhood, a heritage site with much of the original infrastructure preserved. See museums and heritage houses that show you where it all started in Dubai.
Pass the Grand Souk and hop aboard a traditional abra water taxi for a sightseeing journey around Dubai Creek. Soak in the panoramic vistas of huge trading ships and the towering skyscrapers of the city’s skyline as you sail.
Then, arrive at the Spice Souk and experience the enticing smells and vibrant colors of the spices and ingredients on offer. Try your hand at haggling with local merchants if you wish to go back home with a souvenir.
Finally, step inside the Gold Souk and marvel at the array of fine jewelry, silver, and precious stones. Bid farewell to your guide and leave Dubai with a greater understanding of its traditional culture and history beyond the glitz and glamor.
- There is no dress code
- Cash is recommended as payment for the local markets
Group Tour in English with Meeting Point
Guided Tour in Italian
Tour auf Deutsch
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Adults12-99 years
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Children4-11 years
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Infants0-3 years
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