Dubai: Old Town Guided Walking Tour with Souks and Abra Ride

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Discover the best Dubai experience with our guided walking tour of the old town, featuring delicious food tastings, a scenic abra ride, and an unforgettable shopping adventure in the bustling souks.

Highlights

  • Learn about the rich history and past of the city with your senior tourguide
  • Savor the flavors of local teas, sweets, dates, chocolates and more
  • Avoid tourist traps at the souks and learn about the Gold heritage in Dubai
  • Experience a traditionnal abra boat tour and cross the river like the locals
  • Enjoy the sunset in the dunes and BBQ dinner with our jeep safari

Description

Looking for the ultimate walking tour of Dubai that immerses you in the city's rich history and vibrant culture? Your search ends here! Secure your spot now for our expertly guided walking tour of the old town, led by our experienced and knowledgeable tour guides. Begin your adventure by meeting your guide in front of the charming Emirati restaurant, Arabian Tea House. As you stroll through the historical neighborhood, you'll learn about Dubai's fascinating past, its promising future, and its cherished traditions. Admire traditional architecture with ancient houses topped with wind towers, discover local crafts, and snap photos of Bedouin tents and art paintings adorning the walls. Experience the aromatic world of spices at Baba's Cave, where you can taste a variety of local teas, sweets, and dates while uncovering their historical significance. Continue your journey past Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai's oldest building from 1787, the grand mosque, and the Hindu temple. Walk through the vibrant Indian souk and the old souk before boarding a traditional wooden abra to cross the Creek, reaching the bustling Deira Souks. Marvel at the world's largest gold ring and the stunning array of jewelry. Conclude your tour with free time for shopping in Deira souks, the perfect spot to find unique souvenirs for your loved ones. For an added adventure, opt for our Premium Sunset Desert Safari. After your shopping spree, jeeps can pick you up from your hotel around 3 PM or directly from the souks (if you're traveling light). Journey to the breathtaking high red dunes for an unforgettable sunset, enjoy thrilling dune bashing and sandboarding, and capture stunning photos. The evening continues with a delightful barbecue dinner in a desert camp, complete with live shows and entertainment. Finally, the jeep will transport you back to your hotel or residence, capping off a day of incredible experiences.

Includes

Tour with Licensed Senior Tour Guide Walking tour to the old city Abra ride Local Tea and sweets tasting Spices experience Shopping time

Important Information

  • The tour can be booked in english, french and spanish. Clients can book in their prefered languages but the guide can speak 2 languages on the same tour.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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