Dubai Big Bus Hop On, Hop Off Tour and Desert Safari
At a glance
Dubai Big Bus Hop On, Hop Off Tour and Desert Safari is a 1h 40m – 2h 15m guided experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated by Big Bus Dubai. Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $135 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Arabian Dhow Creek Cruise, 24hr Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Ticket, Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation).
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 22 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 40m – 2h 15m
- Group
- Shared tour
- Languages
- German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Explore Dubai and its surrounding desert with a hop-on, hop-off bus tour and Desert Safari combo package. This ticket includes a 24-hour hop-on, hop-off pass for Big Bus Dubai, as well as admission to a unique Cavaranserai Desert Safari. Experience the beauty of the Arabian desert as night falls on a guided tour to the heart of the desert, where you'll be welcomed with warm hospitality at an Arabian desert camp. Along the journey, take part in unique desert activities such as dune-bashing in a 4x4 and sandboarding. At the camp, immerse yourself in falconry, see camels, and have henna applied. Witness traditional cultural performances including Arabian dance and fire shows, and indulge in a distinctive Bedouin buffet dinner with soft drinks.
What's included
What's included
- Arabian Dhow Creek Cruise
- 24hr Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Ticket
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
- Henna Painting, Falconry, Fire Show, Tanoura Dancing & more
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
- Water & soft drinks
- Caravanserai Desert Safari
- Desert Dune Bashing
- Traditional Arabian Buffet & Barbeque
Itinerary
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 1
Stop 2: Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 2
Stop 3: Museum of the Future
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 3
Stop 4: Arabian Dhow Cruise
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 4
Stop 5: Bastakiya Old Village
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 5
Stop 6: Al Fahidi Fort
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 6
Stop 7: Old Souk of Arabia
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 7
Stop 9: Gold Souq
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 8
Stop 10: Spice Souq
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 9
Stop 11: Dubai Creek
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 10
Stop 12: Baniyas Road
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 11
Stop 14: Dubai Frame
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 12
Stop 1: Wafi City
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Red Route - City Tour · Stop 13
Stop 8: Shindaga Museum
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 1
Stop 14: Ain Dubai
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 2
Stop 15: Dubai Marina / JBR
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 3
Stop 16: Bayside/Skydive
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 4
Stop 17: Tallest Block
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 5
Stop 18: Media City
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 6
Stop 19: Atlantis the Palm (Avenues Entrance near the monorail)
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 7
Stop 21: Palm West Beach (in front of Hilton the Palm)
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 8
Stop 22: Souk Madinat Jumeirah / Burj Al Arab
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Blue Route - Beach Tour · Stop 9
Stop 20: Fairmont (Close to Nakheel Mall)
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Dubai Big Bus Hop On, Hop Off Tour and Desert Safari take?
The experience lasts about 1h 40m – 2h 15m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $135 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Arabian Dhow Creek Cruise; 24hr Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Ticket; Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation); Henna Painting, Falconry, Fire Show, Tanoura Dancing & more; Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off; Water & soft drinks.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Dubai.
