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Admire widescreen views of Dubai’s skyline from the water without an expensive private yacht charter on this shared cruise from Dubai Marina. Settle aboard a gleaming yacht with sunbathing and seating decks, and absorb the landmarks as you glide over the Persian Gulf, snapping photos of the Burj Al Arab, Atlantis, and other sights. Choose from various time slots and savor an on-board breakfast or barbecue depending on whether it’s a morning, lunch, afternoon, sunset, siesta, twilight, or moonlight cruise.

Take a dune drive across the red sands outside Dubai while exploring the desert by 4WD vehicle. You’ll experience the thrill of dune bashing, sandboarding, and a camel ride. Upgrade your 4-Hour morning or afternoon adventure to a 7-hour and linger for a scenic sunset, with the addition of a barbecue dinner at a Bedouin-style desert camp. You’re treated like a VIP with belly dancing, henna, and other entertainment.

Get to know Abu Dhabi on a day trip from Dubai that lets you explore the largest emirate on a time budget. All transportation is included, saving you the hassle figuring out logistics, and a guide makes the most of your time by taking you straight to Abu Dhabi highlights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Emirates Palace and Etihad Towers, and more.

Duabi is a huge city packed with people every day. Avoid the hustle and bustle on land and go on this Duabi Speedboat Tour by RIB. This tour lets you cruise comfortably as you see spots like Atlantic, The Palm, Burj Al Arab, and Dubai Marina. You’ll also cruise by Palm Jumeirah and take in views of the Dubai skyline. Bottled water is included for convenience.

Head into the desert outside Dubai for an evening of dining and entertainment. First, climb aboard your own quad bike for an adrenaline-fueled adventure through the golden sands. Then, head to a Bedouin-style camp to participate in other activities such as sandboarding or camel riding as you enjoy traditional Arab music and dancing. A full buffet dinner is served in addition to tea, coffee, and other refreshments.

Make the most of Dubai’s Burj Khalifa by choosing the ultimate way to experience it: accessing Levels 124, 125, and 148, the latter the world’s highest observatory. This 'At the Top SKY' experience lets you choose a peak or non-peak slot; skip security and elevator lines; admire the views at each level, and enjoy the SKY Lounge and refreshments. Upgrade to include one- or two-way transfers for added convenience.

Embark on a desert safari that includes several mini-adventures in one tour. First, head outside the city for a dune bashing session. See “Big Red,” a famous dune with sides as steep as a black diamond ski run. Then head to a Bedouin camp to enjoy activities such as camel riding, henna painting, hookah, traditional dancing, a buffet barbecue dinner, and more.

Ideal for culture connoisseurs, this desert safari features a heart-pounding dune bashing session, a camel ride, live cultural performances including belly dancing, a photoshoot in Arabic costume, and a BBQ buffet dinner. From Dubai, visit an oasis and a camel farm in the Arabian Desert before watching a magical sunset. Learn about Arabian culture at a desert camp inspired by a Bedouin village, try your hand at sandboarding, and let local artists decorate your hands and feet with henna. Dinner, unlimited soft drinks, and hotel pickup and drop-off in central Dubai are included.

Delve deeper into the sights and culture of traditional Dubai than you could do alone easily on this tour. Rather than spend hours researching what to see, do and eat in old Dubai, rely on a guide to save time and ensure you don’t miss anything. Shop in souks with tips from your guide, cross the creek by “abra” water taxi, visit Dubai Museum, roam the Al Fahidi quarter and enjoy street food, Arabic coffee and other tastings.

Dip into old and modern Dubai on an excursion which serves up some landmarks and discoveries missed by standard itineraries, and saves you the time of planning your own tour. Explore the 21-domed Blue Mosque—modeled on Istanbul's famous namesake—view the Palm and Burj Al Arab, ride an 'abra' water taxi to the Gold and Spice souks, and experience Dubai's traditional culture at a heritage house museum and restaurant. Hotel, airport and port pickups and drop-offs make everything extra-easy.

Take advantage of your morning on a half-day tour of the Arabian Desert with convenient round-trip transport from your Dubai hotel. In addition to navigating, your guide offers a range of activities for all ages, including dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel rides.

Get to see Abu Dhabi while you’re in Dubai on this small-group full-day tour. Travel through the desert to the UAE’s capital and discover its highlights as you learn about its history and culture. Explore the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Heritage Village, dip into the Dates Market, see the President’s Palace and Emirates Palace hotel, stop for photos of Ferrari World on Yas Island, and more. Air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

See the breathtaking sites of Dubai from the top of the world’s tallest building. Visit the observation deck 124th floor of the iconic Burj Khalifa. At 1,483 feet (452 meters) tall, this living wonder is the most popular attraction in Dubai. Choose from an indoor, floor-to-ceiling glass view or step outside into the open-air terrace. Then enjoy a 360-degree view of the city, desert and ocean below. Special telescopes provide a closer look at the sites. Also, enjoy a multimedia presentation of the history of Dubai and pick up a souvenir on the way back down.

Look out from the Burj Khalifa’s ‘At the Top’ observation deck with this entrance ticket to the 124th-floor viewing point. Ride the moving sidewalk to the tower as you watch a multimedia presentation on Dubai’s history, and take the high-speed elevator up to the observation deck. Then, behold the incredible views over Dubai Marina, the Burj-Al Arab and other sights through the panoramic windows. Use the digital telescopes to view and learn about the landmarks below, and browse the gift store before returning to ground level.

Experience the ultimate wake-up on this adventure-filled safari tour. Beat the heat with an early-morning departure, and cruise to untrodden corners of the Lehbab desert in a comfortable Land Cruiser. Power across red sand dunes as you try your hand at dune bashing, following by sand boarding on your own. Tours also include a camelback ride, plus coffee, dates, and refreshments in a relaxing desert camp.

The Burj Khalifa is a must-do for first-time Dubai visitors. Go all out to experience the world’s highest tower with this ‘At the Top SKY’ ticket that includes entry to Level 148, the planet’s highest observatory. Enjoy a personalized tour, visit Levels 124 and 125; and then ascend to 148 to absorb the 1,820-feet (555-meter) views from its indoor and outdoor terraces. Upgrade to add convenient shared or private transfers.

Discover the capital city of the United Arab Emirates on this guided all-day tour from Dubai. Along the way, pass by the Jebel Ali Port, the largest man-made port in the world. In Abu Dhabi, visit the Grand Mosque, the Heritage Village, and Emirates Palace. Stop at Marian Mall for lunch and browse the date and carpet markets. Tour also includes a stop at Ferrari World for photos.

Dubai is a sprawling city and getting around its sights takes careful planning. Make it easy on yourself and view the landmarks in one comfortable outing without worrying about buses, metro trains or cabs. After pickup, enjoy photo ops at the Atlantis and Burj Al Arab; ride an “abra” boat, visit Dubai Museum, and see other highlights such as souks, all with a guide to reveal their backstories and secrets.

Exploring Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque independently may leave you with only a superficial take on this vast place of worship—the UAE’s biggest. Get the very most from a visit on this half-day tour from Dubai, with a guide to ensure you cover the highlights and discover important details. Admire the interiors, get to understand the mosaics and calligraphy; and delve deeper into the mosque’s history than you would alone.

The floral creations at Dubai’s Miracle Garden are a feast for the senses, but organizing transport there and back can be a hassle. There’s no need to fret with this tour: settle into a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle at your hotel, travel to the gate, and explore independently. Marvel at the flower designs; absorb the colors and scents, and enjoy the cafes and shops before your transfer back to your hotel.

Experience the best of Abu Dhabi with the benefit of your own guide to provide the insights you want on this private half-day tour. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle and spend as much or as little time as you wish at highlights including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Corniche, and Heritage Village. Plus, select your departure time and add stops such as Yas Island for a tour that’s fully customized to your needs and interests.

Experience a desert safari on this excursion from Dubai. Venture to a desert camp and after Arabic coffee and dates, take off on a thrilling quad bike ride across the sands. Enjoy a camel ride, see some sand art, get a henna tattoo, and finish with a starlit barbecue dinner back at the camp. As you feast on delicious Arabic dishes, watch a sequinned belly dancing show and hypnotic ‘tanoura’ performance, with dancers spinning in time to traditional Emirati music.

Discover the landmarks of Dubai old and new on a half-day guided city tour. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, get to know modern Dubai, seeing Dubai Marina, the Burj Al Arab, and meg-tall Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest tower. Plus, delve into historical Dubai with visits to Al Bastakiya, Dubai Museum, and the Gold and Spice Souks, plus an ‘abra’ water taxi ride on Dubai Creek. Hotel, port, and central pickup and drop-off included.