UAE · GUIDED
Good guided tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Explore Old Dubai on a guided walk with Emirati food, Al Fahidi history, Gold and Spice Souks, and a traditional abra ride for $9.
“Had an amazing time learning about the history Our guide Khan was very professional with great knowledge I recommend”
See Dubai’s old and new sides on a guided half-day tour with the Frame, Blue Mosque, souks, Creek abra ride, and heritage house.
“Very well organized, the tour guide Hossam Hassan let us know when he was on the way. He was very knowledgeable about the sites and history of UAE. It started to rain when we were shopping at the spice market. He was very quick and decisive as he had to arrange every one’s separate tours, while finding cover from the rain. I highly recommend OceanAir Travels the local operator. Many thanks to Hossam.”
Tour Burj Al Arab’s opulent interiors, Royal Suites, atrium, and 25th-floor views, with optional gold cappuccino or sunset drink.
“Inspiring tour topped by a delicious golden Cappuccino. We loved the experience suite and the great views from the 25th floor”
Review of a $46.55 Abu Dhabi day trip from Dubai with the Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan, Yas Island, Heritage Village, and hotel transport.
“Well organized and we were able to avoid all the rush hours and big groups!! Able to take great pictures. We got a great tour guide, he provided interesting information on Dubai’s history too. Shopping tips too.”
Review of Dubai’s Yellow Boats speedboat tour, with Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Burj Al Arab views, photo stops, prices, and practical tips.
“Absolute must when in Dubai! So much fun and spectacular views. Our captains - Rubin and Max - were awesome, super friendly and helpful. Interesting facts about Dubai during the ride. 1000/10 recommend”
Explore Old Dubai on foot with Emirati snacks, Al Fahidi lanes, spice and gold souks, and a traditional abra ride for $17.86.
“The tour guide sameh was unfriendly and he barely explained anything apart from the photos inside the restaurant... It felt like a restaurant tour not old town tour !! We have spent nearly an hour inside the restaurant and the group was big more than 16 people with nRead more”
Review of the Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque tour from Dubai, with guided highlights, hotel pickup, dress rules, timing, value, and practical tips.
“We had a spectacular time exploring the beautiful mosque. It has breathtaking views and the pictures are incredible Ocean Air Travels is a great tour operator. They communicated perfectly and ensured we had an amazing time.”
Review of Dubai’s Red Dunes safari with quad bikes, Polaris ATVs, dune bashing, sandboarding, camel rides, transfers, and sunset views.
“I had a fab time on this trip, the guide was brilliant (Sajid) very informative and great us a completely chilled out feeling -nothing was an issue ,highly recommend this guide 5 star service 👍”
Review of the $36.93 Abu Dhabi day trip from Dubai, covering Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Heritage Village, Yas Island, BAPS Mandir, and tour value.
“This was a great way to see so many different attractions in a very efficient manner. I gave 4 stars instead of 5 because there were a couple of venues that were closed ( due to Ramadan) and we did not go into the Emirates Palace, but they compensated by making other stops. This is a great tour with friendly tour guides.”
Race from Dubai Marina to Palm Jumeirah on a guided RIB boat tour with Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, photo stops, and skyline views.
“Ruben was great loved the trip Took loads of photos for us We worth the money Kept us topped up with water”
See Dubai’s old souks, Blue Mosque, Burj Al Arab, Al Fahidi, and Museum of the Future on a practical five-hour city tour.
“Rez is the best tour guide ever! Kind, attentive and ready to answer every question and request if possible. He went out of his way to give us the best day. An experience we will never forget. He brought magic to every sight we visited.”
Ride Dubai’s coast by RIB boat, passing the Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, Ain Dubai, and Burj Al Arab with photo stops.
“5pm Nov 9th tour -> Captain Jessica and guide Maria (sorry if I got this wrong) were absolutely amazing. Could not have had a better experience. Both were so friendly and welcoming. Maria took so many photos of us (all much better than I could have taken) and kept offering us water if we wanted some. Jessica made sure and kept the boat smooth when going slow so that we didn’t rock, but when going fast she made sure we felt every bump and wave. Such good fun and a great way to see so many of the key sites from the water.”
See old and modern Dubai in five hours, with hotel pickup, a luxury car, flexible photo stops, souks, beaches, and a professional guide.
“Our driver Irshad was excellent, friendly, professional and possed a wealth of knowledge about Dubai. He accommodated all our special requests and he adapted the tour to our liking. Excellent experience!”
See Abu Dhabi from Dubai on a 9-hour tour with hotel pickup, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Emirates Palace, Corniche, dates market, and Ferrari World.
“Great experience. Enough time to enjoy each place we visited. Our tour guide Bilal was very knowledgeable and shared good information with us during the entire tour.”
Explore Old Dubai on foot, by abra, and through its souks, with local tastings, historic lanes, and a guide for $27.81.
“My wife and I had a wonderful morning touring old Dubai with our guide Ahmed. He was very knowledgeable and helped us navigate the souls with ease.”
Pick a dune, a deck or a tower.
