Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New
Description
If you’re looking for things to do in Dubai, head out to discover the city’s main sights and cosmopolitan culture on a private sightseeing tour! This comprehensive Dubai city tour showcases a collection of top Dubai attractions, from beautiful Jumeirah Mosque to famous landmarks like the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab hotel. From a private vehicle, see picturesque Dubai neighborhoods, and then explore Dubai's old quarter, Al Bastakiy and Cross Dubai Creek by 'abra' (water taxi) to Deira, visit the famous spice souk and enjoy free time to shop in Dubai Gold Souk. Plus, learn fascinating details about the city from a private guide!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Start your experience with a pickup from your Dubai hotel. Hop inside your private, air-conditioned vehicle with your private guide and begin your tour. As you travel, view Dubai’s futuristic buildings and hear how it transformed from a sleepy fishing village into today’s cosmopolitan city after the oil boom of the 1950s.
Hear how the hotel’s sail-shaped design has made it one of Dubai’s signature sights and learn how it stands at a remarkable 1,053-foot (321-meter) high. Drive through exclusive Jumeirah, one of Dubai’s most upscale residential districts. See the plush villas and hotels, and continue into the Jumeirah Mosque ( Photos Stop only from Outside)
The Jumeirah Mosque, which is large enough to hold up to 1,200 worshippers, was built entirely from white stone in the medieval Fatimid tradition, with towering twin minarets framing a large central dome. When it's lit up at dusk, the intricate artistry and true beauty are highlighted.
Board an abra and enjoy the views as you cross Dubai Creek
Arrive in Deira and stroll with your guide around the vibrant Spice Souk. Scan the colorful stalls of perfumed spices, herbs and sweets, and then head for the nearby Gold Souk. Enjoy free time to explore the gold and jewelry stores, and finish your tour with a hotel drop-off.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
• Your centrally located Dubai / Sharjah or Ajman Hotels and Dubai Cruise Terminal >> Departure time : - As per guest selection
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pickup will be in a Private suitable air-conditioned vehicle with Private Guide.
- Children up to 5 years of age must be provided with a child safety seat. Kindly let us know if you have an infant 5 years and below joining the tour. Infant seat will be provided without any additional charges.
- Guide service as per the selection - English, German, Spanish, French, Italian speaking guide
- Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period. We recommend all our guests to take adequate precaution.
- The local tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of the scheduled programs because of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances.
- Please note, the tour duration subject to change depending on traffic.The stated tour duration includes pick-up and drop off times.
- Guest can discuss with our tour guide and customize the itinerary, guest have to pay directly if any additional entrance ticket applicable which is not included in the above itinerary.
- Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised. Hats are advisable when in direct sunlight.
Reviews(290)
Our tour guide was Saqib Khan. He was wonderful. Totally customized the trip based on our priorities. He was super knowledgeable, professional, very well spoken English and stayed with us thru the markets so he handled the cost. His recommendations were perfect
Dear Sharise_N, Thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience on our Private Dubai City Tour and that Mr. Saqib made it truly special for you. It’s great to know that his knowledge, professionalism, and personalized approach exceeded your expectations and that his recommendations added value to your trip. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to share them with Mr. Saqib. We look forward to welcoming you again for more memorable experiences in the future. Kind regards, Mr. Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
We had such an amazing time in the tour of Dubai! The lady leader was so knowledgeable, flexible and helpful during the whole tour. She explained all details about the places we visited and she made sure we took the best pictures! Also, she (and the driver) made special accompaniments for my old father (who had a wheelchair) which was nice! Definitely recommend this tour and the lady tour guide!
Dear Traveler01355047401, Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience on our Private Dubai City Tour. It’s great to know that your guide provided knowledgeable explanations, flexibility, and ensured you captured the best moments during your visit. We truly appreciate your kind words about the special care given to your father—it’s always our priority to make every guest feel comfortable and cared for. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to share your compliments with the guide and driver. We look forward to welcoming you again for more memorable experiences in Dubai! Kind regards, Mr. Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
Wonderful tour! Our tour guide and driver Faysal was so informative! We visited so many places from old Dubai, Gold Sook, Burj Khalifa, Burj Park (where the Dubai watch show was taking place), the Palms at Jumeirah and the Burj Al Arab. An amazing experience!
Dear Christie_K, Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience exploring both old and modern Dubai, and that Faysal made your tour so informative and enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we will be sure to share them with Faysal and the team. We look forward to welcoming you again for more memorable experiences. Kind regards, Mr. Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
Excellent work..... congratulations....................................................
Prezado(a) joaoppafonso, Muito obrigado pela sua avaliação encantadora! Ficamos muito felizes em saber disso. Agradecemos sinceramente a sua alta pontuação e esperamos recebê-lo(a) novamente para mais experiências memoráveis no futuro, em alguns dos nossos passeios e safáris altamente cotados. Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
Excellent tour of Dubai - opportunity to see some of the older parts of the city and markets. And time for shopping as well! Jaweira was an excellent guide and Badshah a great driver.
Dear atosatti88, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the older parts of Dubai, the markets, and even had time for some shopping along the way. It’s wonderful to know that Jaweira’s guiding and Badshah’s driving helped make your tour smooth, enjoyable, and memorable. We sincerely appreciate your high marks and hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future, in some of our highly rated tours and safaris. Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
This was an excellent tour and great way to experience and learn more about old and new Dubai. The tour guide, Jaweria, was very knowledgeable, sharing her expertise every step of the way. She was also very thoughtful and friendly which made the experience very enjoyable. The driver, Badshah, was very professional and efficient. Highly recommend to those that have 3-4 hours and want to get a true feel for the city (plus some shopping opportunities). Thank you.
Dear Alaina_V, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed exploring both old and new Dubai with us. It’s great to know that Jaweria’s knowledge, friendliness, and thoughtful guidance helped make your experience both informative and enjoyable. We’re equally glad that Badshah’s professionalism and efficiency added to the overall comfort of your tour. Your recommendation means a lot, especially for travelers looking to discover the true essence of the city in just a few hours—along with some fun shopping stops! Thank you once again for choosing us. We sincerely appreciate your high marks and hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future, in some of our highly rated tours and safari’s. Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
We wanted a German speaking guide and got to know Nimesh and his driver. Excellent guided tour with detailed explanation. excellent knowledge of Dubai history. Safe and very friendly driver. We can only recommend the experience between new and old- Dubai ,especially guided non Nemesh and his driver - 👌👍
Dear costantinoi613, Vielen Dank für Ihre wunderbare Bewertung! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Ihre deutschsprachige Tour mit Nimesh und unserem Fahrer Ihre Erwartungen übertroffen hat. Nimeshs fundierte Kenntnisse über die Geschichte und Kultur Dubais, gepaart mit dem sicheren und freundlichen Service unseres Fahrers, tragen dazu bei, dass die Reise durch das alte und neue Dubai zu einem besonderen Erlebnis wird. Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Ihnen die detaillierten Erklärungen gefallen haben und Sie sich während der gesamten Tour gut betreut gefühlt haben. Ihre Empfehlung bedeutet uns sehr viel, und wir werden Ihre freundlichen Worte auf jeden Fall an das Team weitergeben. Wir hoffen, Sie bei Ihrem nächsten Besuch in Dubai wieder begrüßen zu dürfen! 👌👍 Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
What a great get-to-know Dubai tour. Our guide, Asad, was very knowledgeable about the city and its history. He was also just a personable guy to be around. He offered valuable assistance in the markets. Our tour - with a visit to the Frame - lasted about half the day, which was perfect. We could explore a bit on our own in the afternoon. High marks.
Dear Jeffrey_H, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your “get-to-know Dubai” tour and that Asad made the experience both insightful and enjoyable. His knowledge of the city’s history and his friendly personality truly make him a fantastic guide, and we’re glad he was able to assist you in the markets as well. It’s great to know the itinerary—with a visit to the Dubai Frame—was the perfect length, giving you time to explore on your own afterward. We sincerely appreciate your high marks and hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future, in some of our highly rated tours & safaris. Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
Faisal was amazing! He picked us up from the airport & we started our tour with a quick rundown of what we expected to see. Faisal not only showed us around Dubai in 4 hours, he shared with us the history of the city and surrounding states, answering all of our questions. He fit so much into a short period of time and recommended a delicious local spot in the Old City and even fit in a lunch pickup for his two hungry passengers before taking us back to the airport! He was incredibly kind and thoughtful.
Dear 179erynnh, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time on your Private Dubai City Tour. It’s always a pleasure to know that our guests had a relaxed and enjoyable experience with us. We are especially pleased that our guide Faisal was able to make your tour even more special. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we’ll be sure to pass them along. It would be an absolute pleasure to welcome you back to Dubai in the future. Should you decide to visit again, we’d love to show you even more of what this incredible city has to offer. Best Regards. Joyce Francis Guest Services Executive, ORIENT TOURS LLC.
Chamil our guide and Tamin our driver made our tour great. Explained where we were going and the story about the place. We got to see everything we wanted to and more. So worth the money and much better than the Hop on Hop off
Dear Karen_J, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time on your Private Dubai City Tour. It’s always a pleasure to know that our guests had a relaxed and enjoyable experience with us. We are especially pleased that our guide Chamil and our driver Tamin were able to make your tour even more special. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we’ll be sure to pass them along. It would be an absolute pleasure to welcome you back to Dubai in the future. Should you decide to visit again, we’d love to show you even more of what this incredible city has to offer. Best Regards. Joyce Francis Guest Services Executive, ORIENT TOURS LLC.
