Dubai: Old Town and Souks Guided City Tour with Abra Ride & Hotel Transfers
Dubai: Old Town and Souks Guided City Tour with Abra Ride & Hotel Transfers
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
5 hours (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
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Start a half-day city tour in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and uncover the long history of Old Town with an expert guide by your side. Your adventure begins at Al Seef Starbucks, leading to a fascinating journey across the Creek via Abra ride—exploring Bastakiya's historic architecture and Deira souk district’s vibrant atmosphere along the way. The tour provides insights into Dubai's past as you traverse landmarks that once powered its economy with pearls, spices, and gold.
Start a half-day city tour in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and uncover the long history of Old Town with an expert guide by your side. Your adventure begins at Al Seef Starbucks, leading to a fascinating journey across the Creek via Abra ride—exploring Bastakiya's historic architecture and Deira souk district’s vibrant atmosphere along the way. The tour provides insights into Dubai's past as you traverse landmarks that once powered its economy with pearls, spices, and gold.
The traditional Abra provides a unique way to cross Dubai Creek on this tour. This wooden motorized ferry has served as the city's working transport since before the oil era.
With your guide leading you through the Spice Souk, discover stalls that have been trading with families for three generations in this engaging experience.
Explore over 350 retailers at the Gold Souk where more than 10 tonnes of gold are on display. Learn to distinguish between traded-weight pricing and tourist pricing.
Access to an English-speaking guide
Use of a traditional abra for the journey across Dubai Creek
Bottled water available for drinking
Entry into Gold Souk and Spice Souk (free entry)
Personal shopping in marketplaces
Meals beyond what's included
Tips
Heritage Village entrance in Dubai on a half-day sightseeing tour.
Your Experience: Discover Dubai's Iconic Landmarks
Start a half-day city exploration guided by an expert in English-speaking. This tour promises you insights into some of the most famous landmarks in Dubai.
Getting Started
The adventure begins at Al Seef Starbucks, setting the stage for your journey through this vibrant metropolis.
What to Expect on Your Tour
- Your guide will take you back in time as you explore Dubai Creek. This 14km inlet served as the city's economic heart for two centuries, facilitating trade of pearls, spices, and gold through wooden dock systems that remain today. The journey across with an abra lasts about five minutes. On one side lies Bastakiya’s old warehouses and wind-tower houses; on the other is Deira souk district, illuminated by golden lights.
- Experience local culture firsthand as you shop in Dubai's bustling Spice Souk and Gold Souk during your tour. These vibrant markets offer a glimpse into traditional trading practices still alive today.
- Savor the moment with a unique view of Dubai’s skyline from an abra ride across Dubai Creek, allowing you to appreciate both modernity and tradition in one sweeping vista.
- End your tour on a high note by witnessing stunning views of Burj Khalifa. Standing as the world's tallest building, it offers unmatched panoramas that will leave lasting impressions.
Dubai Museum entrance with cannons, part of Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Dubai.
Traditional courtyard in Dubai with visitors and a shaded seating area.
Heritage Village entrance in Dubai on a half-day sightseeing tour.
Dubai Museum entrance with cannons, part of Half Day Sightseeing Tour of Dubai.
Traditional courtyard in Dubai with visitors and a shaded seating area.
Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel on Dubai sightseeing tour.
What to bring
- Ensure your footwear consists of comfortable, closed-toe shoes as the pathways in souk alleyways are uneven and paved with stone.
In areas like the old city, modest attire is appreciated; it's advisable to cover shoulders and knees.
What’s not allowed
You cannot bring heavy luggage on this tour.
Additional information
- Please note that some locations may be closed for visits during certain days and weekends.
- The Gold Souk operates as a genuine trading market where prices are negotiable, and your guide can offer advice on this.
You're allowed to take photos in both souks; however, individual merchants might refuse permission occasionally.
Dubai Creek with traditional abras and historic buildings on a sightseeing tour.
Dubai Fountain show with skyscrapers in the background during a half-day sightseeing tour.
Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel on Dubai sightseeing tour.
Dubai Creek with traditional abras and historic buildings on a sightseeing tour.
Dubai Fountain show with skyscrapers in the background during a half-day sightseeing tour.
Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes for walking through uneven paved stone alleyways in the souks.
Adopt modest dress by covering shoulders and knees when visiting the old city area to show respect.
Avoid bringing heavy luggage on this tour as it is not permitted, ensuring a smoother experience.
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