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Dubai: Old Dubai, Creek & Souks Tour, Tastings, & Abra Ride

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About the activity

Explore Old Dubai and Souks on an authentic Al Fahidi neighborhood walking tour. Visit the souk markets, learn how to avoid tourist traps, cross the river on an abra boat, and taste local products.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Free pickup
    A complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    2-2.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Hotel pickup (if private tour option selected)
    • Licensed Guide
    • Old Houses entry
    • Baba's Cave entry
    • Arabic coffee
    • Traditional tea
    • Dates
    • Water
    • Chocolates
    • Local sweets
    • Iced tea
    • Traditional boat ride
    • Gratuities
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Step back in time while exploring the enchanting neighborhood of Al Fahidi
  • Explore the local busy souqs life and avoid all the "tourists traps"
  • Savor the flavors of Dubai tea, drinks, sweets, and other specialty items
  • Cross the river on a traditional fishermen boat "Abra"
  • Delve into the history of the UAE and enjoy a guided tour of old Emirati houses

Description

Experience the essence of traditional Dubai's history, culture, and souks (local markets) on a premium guided tour. Discover the captivating charm of old Dubai (Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood). Ride on a traditional abra boat and taste local drinks and sweets.

Immerse yourself in the culture and history through captivating stories and anecdotes as you explore alongside your guide.

Explore ancient traditional houses and immerse yourself in the fascinating lives of the local inhabitants from days gone by. Uncover the secrets of local architecture and trace the remarkable journey of Dubai’s development.

Indulge in a sensory and culinary experience as you savor local sweets, tea, and other delicacies. Learn the secrets of preparing traditional tea and explore the world of spices.

Later, unwind as you cross the river on a traditional Abra boat. Visit spice and gold souks for a taste of local life. Discover the hidden treasures of local souks as you look, explore, and shop for local products. Get the best tips to avoid scams and "tourist traps". See where ancient tales come to life.

Meeting point

Group Tour with Licensed Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
5. What is a free pickup?
When a tour company offers free pickup, it means that they will pick you up from your hotel or other designated location at no charge. When making a reservation, you can specify your pickup location.
6. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    13-99 years
  • Infants
    0-12 years
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