Top United Arab Emirates Layover Tours

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.

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.

The desert plays a huge part in Dubai’s culture and this safari helps you to experience the best of it. Enjoy a thrilling dune bashing session in a 4x4 with an experienced driver. Then, slide down a giant sand dune on a sandboard for stunning views of the desert. Finally, mount your camel for a relaxing ride around the dunes.

Make the most of your layover time and hop on this overview tour of Dubai. After pickup at the airport, your guide shows you the highlights of the city including the spice and gold souks, Jumeirah Mosque, Burj Al Arab hotel, and Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. You’ll also take an abra (traditional water taxi) across Dubai Creek like the locals do, and learn about the evolution of the city from small fishing village to global metropolis.

See Dubai's landmarks and beautiful coastline from the deck of a boat on the Persian Gulf. During this boat tour, available in the early morning and late evening to beat the desert heat, get views of the Palm Jumeirah, the Dubai Marina, and the Burj Al Arab. Bring your camera for photo ops and learn about the history and culture of Dubai through your guide's narration.

View the Palm Jumeirah and other Dubai landmarks from the water on a RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) cruise. Board a RIB with a skipper, and cruise Dubai’s coastline with a camera in hand to enjoy the sights. Speed around the outer edges of the Palm past the Atlantis, The Palm; take in the tower-lined Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah; and admire the Burj Al Arab. Live onboard commentary and choice of several departure times included.

Zip and zoom along Dubai’s most spectacular stretch of coast on a cruise by RIB (rigid-inflatable boat). Step aboard your high-speed craft at Dubai Marina, and hold the rails as your skipper opens the throttle and speeds you over the waves. Whizz around the man-made archipelago of Palm Jumeirah, and enjoy unobstructed views of the Palm Atlantis, Burj Al-Arab, royal palaces, and Dubai Lagoon from the sea. This RIB cruise is limited to a maximum of 10 people, so you enjoy a more personalized experience.

Take advantage of your layover at the Dubai International Airport with this guided tour. After being picked up at the airport, you’ll head to the Deira area to experience the spices and aromas of the city, then on to the Gold Souk. Next, board a traditional Abra boat to sail across Dubai Creek. You’ll also see the luxe Burj Al-Arab hotel and the world’s highest building, the Burj Khalifa.

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.

Discover the best of Old and New Dubai on a half-day Dubai sightseeing tour with an expert guide. Traveling by comfortable coach or minivan, take in Dubai’s top landmarks as you absorb the cosmopolitan atmosphere. Snap photos of the Burj Al-Arab; ride an ‘abra’ water taxi across Dubai Creek, and much more. Visit the Deira Spice Souk and the brilliant Gold Souk, then end in Downtown Dubai to see the famous Burj Khalifa.

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.

Experience the best of Dubai with a personal guide on this private 5-hour tour. See the wind tower houses of Al Fahidi and historical collections at Sheik Saeed Al Maktoum House, and visit the Coffee Museum. Ride an ‘abra’ boat across Dubia Creek to shop at the Gold and Spice souks, and enjoy a sightseeing tour of modern Dubai, viewing Dubai Marina, the Burj Khalifa, and more. Entrance fees, snacks, and private air-conditioned transport included.

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.

Getting to Abu Dhabi from Dubai and exploring its sights can be stressful if you're going by cab, self-drive or bus. Travel from site to site in your own chauffeured vehicle on this private day trip, and enjoy the advantage of a driver-guide who'll share background on each landmark. Admire the vast Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque—the eighth largest in the world—see the skyscraper-lined Corniche, visit the Heritage Village and Dates Market, and snap photos of Ferrari World.

Visit a selection of carefully-chosen highlights of the UAE’s lovely capital. From its remarkable modern buildings to glimpses into the past, this tour features some of the most stunning architecture to be found anywhere. Experience Abu Dhabi’s unique blend of culture and fine traditional arts and crafts in the oriental markets and Handicrafts Center. Enter a world where Islamic designs and elements feature in modern architecture, blending the new with ancient traditions of the East and the West.

Popeye Jetski Introduces you to the pleasure of jetskiing with our latest model of overpowering jetski (Yamaha 1800cc 1 jet can take 2 people), during the ride our guides take a picture of you at the foot of the iconic most luxurious hotel in the world. Burj Al Arab (photo taken with iphone and share for free at the end of the session). All the facilities are available at the station (shower, changing cubicle, locker, coffee machine and water available.

See Dubai from a different perspective—from high above the water with up to three of your friends. On this exciting parasailing adventure, soar above the Arabian Gulf and enjoy views of Palm Island, Dubai Marina, and other incredible sights off the shoreline of this world-class city. This tour is for the adventurous only—you may rise to heights of up to 500 feet (152 meters) if the winds allow. Multiple departure times are available.

See the sites of Dubai from the water on this jet ski tour along the city’s waterfront. Choose from a variety of morning departure times and take in the view of Dubai’s breathtaking skyline while following a certified guide. Stop in front of the famous Burj Al Arab, a symbol of modern Dubai and the third-tallest hotel in the world. Bring a camera to capture incredible photos. Suitable for all skill levels. A safety briefing, instruction and equipment are included.

With seaside attractions and palm-shaped islands, Dubai is sometimes best seen from the water. This private speedboat tour takes travelers past many top city attractions, speeding through Persian Gulf waters past the Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, Ain Wheel, Dubai Marina, Burj Khalifa, and other sights in just 1.5 hours. Choose from a flexible schedule of morning and afternoon departures.

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.

Combine two popular Dubai tours into one day with this sightseeing city tour and desert safari experience. First, see the landmarks of the UAE’s second-largest city, such as Al Fahidi Fort, Jumeirah Mosque, and Burj Al-Arab, while learning about Dubai’s history and heritage. Then, enjoy an evening at a desert camp where you enjoy several activities and a barbecue dinner under the stars.

See the sites of Dubai from the water on this Jet Ski tour along the city’s waterfront. Choose from a variety of morning departure times and take in the view of Dubai’s breathtaking skyline while following a certified guide. Stop in front of the famous Burj Al Arab, a symbol of modern Dubai and the third-tallest hotel in the world. Bring a camera to capture incredible photos. Suitable for all skill levels. A safety briefing, instruction, and equipment are included.

Visit the capital of the United Arab Emirates on this full-day excursion. Depart your accommodation in Dubai and relax on the journey to Abu Dhabi. Enjoy a tour of the opulent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque as well as the Heritage Village. Other sights you stop at include Emirates Palace, the Corniche, the Abu Dhabi dates market, and Ferrari World.