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Private Dubai City Tour – Half Day (Old & Modern Dubai)

Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall waterfront seen on a private Dubai city tour Best Seller 4.9
Duration5 – 6 Hours
Pickup9:00 AM (flexible)
PriceAED 850 / car
Rating4.9 / 5

Overview

Our Private Dubai City Tour shows you both sides of the city in one relaxed half day. Begin in old Dubai with a traditional abra ride across Dubai Creek, wander the lanes of the Al Fahidi Historical District and browse the glittering Gold Souk and fragrant Spice Souk.

Then drive along Jumeirah for photo stops at Jumeirah Mosque and the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab, cross the Palm Jumeirah to Atlantis, see the towers of Dubai Marina and finish at the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. Your driver guide shares the story of each place and adjusts the route to your interests.

Perfect for

  • First-time visitors
  • Families
  • Photographers
Tip from our desert team

Book the At the Top ticket for late afternoon – you see Dubai in daylight and at sunset from the Burj Khalifa in one visit.

Highlights

  • Private car & driver guide
  • Abra ride across Dubai Creek
  • Gold & Spice Souks, Al Fahidi
  • Jumeirah Mosque & Burj Al Arab photos
  • Palm Jumeirah & Dubai Marina
  • Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall

Itinerary

  1. 9:00 AM
    Private hotel pickup

    Your driver guide collects you from your hotel or residence in Dubai or Sharjah.

  2. 9:45 AM
    Al Fahidi & Dubai Creek

    Walk through the Al Fahidi Historical District and cross Dubai Creek on a traditional abra.

  3. 10:30 AM
    Gold & Spice Souks

    Time to explore the Gold Souk and Spice Souk in Deira.

  4. 11:30 AM
    Jumeirah & Burj Al Arab

    Photo stops at Jumeirah Mosque and Burj Al Arab.

  5. 12:30 PM
    Palm Jumeirah & Dubai Marina

    Drive the Palm to Atlantis, then see the Dubai Marina skyline.

  6. 1:30 PM
    Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall

    Visit Downtown Dubai – go up the Burj Khalifa (ticket extra) or stay at the mall.

  7. 2:30 PM
    Hotel drop-off

    Drop-off at your hotel, or stay in Downtown if you prefer.

What’s Included

  • Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Dubai & Sharjah
  • Private air-conditioned car
  • Professional English-speaking driver guide
  • Abra ride across Dubai Creek
  • Al Fahidi Historical District walk
  • Gold Souk & Spice Souk visit
  • Photo stop at Jumeirah Mosque
  • Photo stop at Burj Al Arab
  • Palm Jumeirah & Atlantis drive
  • Dubai Marina photo stop
  • Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall visit
  • Bottled water

Not Included

  • Entry tickets to attractions (Burj Khalifa, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Watan, museums, etc.)
  • Lunch, meals and drinks (stops at local restaurants can be arranged)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • 5% VAT and 3% card machine charge

Good to Know

  • Prices are per private car for up to 4 guests; a 7-seater van is available on request.
  • Dress modestly for mosque visits – shoulders and knees covered, and a headscarf for women.
  • Carry your passport or Emirates ID – it is required at some attractions and mosques.
  • Pickup is included from hotels and residences in Dubai and Sharjah; Abu Dhabi pickup on request.
  • The itinerary is flexible – tell your guide which stops you want to spend more time at.

Pickup Areas

Pickup time: 9:00 AM (flexible). Private pickup and drop-off is included from hotels and residences in:

  • Downtown Dubai
  • Business Bay
  • DIFC
  • Dubai Marina
  • JBR
  • JLT
  • Palm Jumeirah
  • Jumeirah
  • Al Barsha
  • Bur Dubai
  • Deira
  • Dubai Creek
  • Al Nahda
  • Dubai Silicon Oasis
  • Dubai Hills
  • Sheikh Zayed Road
  • Sharjah

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Entry tickets are extra so you only pay for what you choose. Your guide can help you book an At the Top ticket for the time you prefer.

Yes. Pickup time is flexible – an afternoon start lets you finish at the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain show in the evening.

Reviewed by Desert Safari Dubai Tour Operations Team
Itinerary, timings and inclusions are checked by the team that runs this tour. Last updated .

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