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Dubai:Private Dubai Highlights Tour with Local Guide

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Highlights

  • Explore new Dubai and get Snapshot at Dubai modern skyscrapers iconic landmarks
  • Learn about Dubai’s history, culture, and traditions
  • Explore Old Dubai with a knowledgeable local guide
  • Perfect introduction to Dubai
  • Tour the city like a local with your local guide

About this experience

This private tour is an excellent choice to Discover new & Old Dubai experience its traditions, and see the incredible modern city that Dubai has become—all in one private tour. With customisable Tour

What to expect

Experience the best of Dubai in one unforgettable private sightseeing tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Discover the fascinating contrast between Dubai’s historic roots and its modern landmarks as you explore the city from the traditional souks to the spectacular skyline.

Begin your journey in Old Dubai, where you’ll walk through the vibrant Spice Souk and Gold Souk with your local guide. Learn about the traditional spices, fragrances, gold trade, and the important role these markets have played in Dubai’s history and culture. Your guide will share interesting stories and explain the traditions behind the markets as you explore at your own pace.

Continue with a relaxing Abra boat ride across Dubai Creek, one of the most traditional experiences in the city. Enjoy views of the historic waterfront before arriving in Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood (Bastakiya), considered one of the most important areas for understanding Dubai’s origins. Walk through the narrow lanes and discover traditional houses, wind towers, courtyards, and historic architecture while learning about Emirati culture, traditions, and the transformation of Dubai from a small trading community into a global city.

After experiencing Old Dubai, continue to Modern Dubai and discover some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Stop for photographs and hear fascinating stories about Dubai’s ambitious development and vision for the future.

Dubai Frame
Zabeel palace (King's house)
Museum of the future
Burj khalifa (tallest building in the world)
Burj al Arab (7 star hotel)
Palm Jumeirah (the world’s largest men made Island)
Atlantis The Palm
Atlantis The Royal
Dubai marina (marina walk)


Throughout the tour, your local guide will provide explanations, historical stories, cultural insights, and fascinating facts, making the experience more than just sightseeing. This private tour is ideal for first-time visitors, families, couples, and travelers who want to see both the traditional and modern sides of Dubai in a single personalized experience.

Discover Old Dubai, experience its traditions, and see the incredible modern city that Dubai has become—all in one private tour.

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