Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New

At a glance

Private Dubai City Tour: A Premium Experience of Old and New is a 4h 30m private experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated by Odyssey DMC. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 294 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $85 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off in a Private Vehicle, Inside visit to Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque, Visit to Al Seef / Al Bastakiya and Spice Souq / Gold Souq.

Quick facts

Duration

4h 30m

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 45m

   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.

2. Stop 2 · 30m

   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)

3. Stop 3

   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.

4. Stop 4 · 30m

   Board an abra and enjoy the views as you cross Dubai Creek

5. Stop 5 · 40m

   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.

Meeting point

Good to know

• 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions