The mysterious metropolis, where the luxury of the East and the latest achievements of the West met, is one of the most popular tourist destinations at any time of the year. Modern Dubai is the focus of all the very best: the lowest crime rate, the longest coastline, the tallest skyscraper, the most expensive police cars, the most incredible construction projects. Excursions in Dubai in Russian will help tourists to find out more interesting facts about the city and the country, to see the sights of tourists.
Acquaintance with Dubai
Even if you are in Dubai for a short time, this excursion alone will be enough to get an impression of this amazing city and see the very best. You will devote the whole day to the city - walk along its embankments and markets, see the famous skyscrapers and an artificial island, take a picture against the backdrop of a hotel built in the shape of a sail.
The route will start in the historic center of Dubai. Here, like nowhere else, you can feel the oriental flavor. The guide will tell you how the local population once lived here, and what changed when the oil boom began.
Then you will go to the fashionable area, where the hotel, which has become the hallmark of the country, is located. It is unofficially called "Sail". You will ride on an artificial island, see the famous yacht clubs and the Park of Flowers. And what an impression on all tourists the singing fountains of Dubai, which are a real work of art!
The excursion will also be interesting for those who like to go shopping. At the end of the trip, you will visit the Dubai Mall, which is considered the largest in the world. Here you can not only buy whatever your heart desires, but also admire the exotic aquarium, where the colorful inhabitants of the tropical seas swim. Children especially like it.
First day in Dubai
With this excursion you can start your stay in the UAE. You will not drown in the sea of historical facts, but look at the capital through the eyes of a local resident. The tour has a flexible format - somewhere you can stay longer if you are interested in the object, but decide to inspect something superficially. But in general, you will see the most interesting.
The tallest skyscraper on the planet Burj Khalifa and the legendary hotel, nicknamed "The Sail" for its shape. You will get the opportunity to take a bird's eye view of the city, climb one of the skyscrapers, see the elite area of Dubai Marina, admire the peacocks that live at the Sheikh Mohammed Palace.
And the best photos can be taken if you go to the artificial island - from here a unique view of Dubai opens up. A day full of impressions will end at a bar located on the roof of a skyscraper.
First impressions
Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the UAE, located in the northeastern part of the Arabian Peninsula in the Persian Gulf. Thanks to the revenues from the sale of oil, the Emirates are investing huge monetary resources in the development of their infrastructure.
For this, leading companies and specialists from all over the world are involved, introducing advanced technologies in construction, transport development and other spheres of life. The first impressions of this emirate, received during a 5-hour guided walk, can be expressed as a visit to the metropolis of the future.
The fantastic architecture of skyscrapers, the purity and beauty of streets, boulevards and parks amazes the imagination. The first stop at the palace of the emir gives the opportunity to see the triumphal arch with a sculptural composition of five horses rearing up on their hind legs. Passing through the symbolic gate to the territory of the palaces of Sheikh Mohammed is prohibited for outsiders.
The subsequent promenade along Sheikh Zayed Street, surrounded by numerous skyscrapers, will end at one of the most beautiful Burj Al Arab hotels in the form of a huge white sail. After photographing, tourists will stroll through Madinat Jumeirah Marina, an oasis with numerous canals filled with abra boats.
Next, you will visit the Palm Island, where guests will admire the Atlantis hotel-palace. At the end of the walk, the group will see the aquarium in the Dubai Mall, and will have a photo session in front of the tallest building in the world - the Burj Khalifa.
Persian Gulf decoration
This is one of the most intense excursions in Dubai, and we will talk about both the past and the present of this amazing city. You will see the old quarters with their narrow streets, where they smell of spices and Arabian perfumes.
You will also visit the Center for Islamic Art and the Wax Museum. In the modern part of Dubai, you have to walk along the largest avenues, see the subway, in which men and women can travel separately if they wish.
You will also admire the residence of Sheikh Mohammed, you will be able to tell your friends that you have seen the Burj Al Arab, the very sailing hotel, with your own eyes. And yet - the tallest skyscraper on the planet. And the show of the singing fountains will be remembered for you forever. In a word, you will understand why Dubai is called a “fairytale city”.
Around Dubai in a convertible
If you came to Dubai without companions and want to give yourself a luxury excursion, then take a closer look at this option. A double convertible will take you along the main streets of the city, you will see luxurious skyscrapers, an artificial island, famous hotels. Such a trip is pleasant to make in a relatively cool season - at least not in the hot summer months.
And the guide, who has lived in Dubai for a long time, will tell you which cafes, restaurants and shops are worth visiting, where is the best place to spend the evening, what excursions to go on. You will see the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, admire the hotel, which in its shape resembles a sail, look at the city from the bulk island - from here you can enjoy magnificent views.
Remember that such an excursion can be booked from November to April, it is at this time that the weather in the country is most comfortable.
Evening city lights
No matter how beautiful Dubai is during the day, with the onset of darkness this city turns into a fairy tale come to life. Millions of lights are simply mesmerizing. An individual tour of the city at night lasts only two hours, it will not be tiresome, but will be remembered forever. At this time, all the attention of the guide is devoted only to you, and the route can be adjusted according to your wishes.
You will see the tallest skyscraper in the world, Burj Khalifa, it seems that it reaches the stars. Fountains, which, thanks to the illumination, shimmer with all the colors of the rainbow. Visit Souk al Bahar, a place that looks more like a palace than a shopping mall or market. The hotel, which looks like a sailing ship sailing across the bay at night, also makes an unforgettable experience.
The excursion involves an inspection of the artificial island, which looks especially impressive in the dark. It is especially pleasant to go on such a trip on one of the summer nights, because during the day in Dubai it is so hot that you don't want to leave the hotels with their split systems.
6 emirates in one day
The format of the express excursion will allow you to quickly examine the main attractions of the 6 emirates in order to form a general opinion about the cultural and natural heritage of the country. The route starts from Dubai, from where tourists will have to go to its antipode - strict Sharjah, which is distinguished by an abundance of museums, theaters and galleries. Further desert landscapes will be replaced by views of mountain Fujairah.
This oasis falls out of the general picture of the nature of the Emirate: green valleys, wide beach strips and a fairly high humidity.In the city, tourists will visit a traditional market, which, although not the largest in the country, conveys a national flavor. Silk carpets, cashmere products, jewelry made of gold and pearls, Turks and everything that usually says about oriental exoticism can be bought here.
Travelers' lunch will be found at the hotel on the shores of the Indian Ocean, after which time is allocated for swimming. Those who wish can go diving, only the equipment should be taken care of. On the way back, tourists will be able to observe and even feed the ships of the deserts crossing the sands in Ras Al Khaimah, and look into the non-tourist Umm Al Quwain.
Safari in the Arabian Desert
Reckless speed, wind blowing in the face, adrenaline, emotions are going through the roof - this is how those who have already visited the safari describe their impressions. The Desert Tour is a day trip that begins with a ride on the sand dunes.
It resembles a roller coaster, because the height of some slopes reaches 50 m. Ascents, descents, sharp turns, from which the sand rises upward, driving on an inclined angle of 30 ° C - this is impossible to describe. Take a short stop to take photos while the overheated engine cools down, and then hit the road again.
The dunes will replace one another until the mini-expedition reaches the village of hospitable Bedouins. In it, tourists can ride ATVs or camels. And later, another entertainment awaits guests - a traditional dinner accompanied by a magical dance of an oriental beauty and a return to the lights of Dubai at night.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Ferrari Park
You can endlessly explore the capital of the Emirates. The most modern skyscrapers and old mosques, traditional markets and trendy malls, the dominance of concrete and blooming oases - Abu Dhabi is multifaceted and controversial.
The proposed program will cover only iconic places, including the main square of the capital, where 6 symbols of the city are located, an ethnographic village, a snow-white Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Emirates Palace. Situated right on the beach, the famous 5-star hotel, more correctly called a palace, is surrounded by 85 hectares of parks and gardens.
Another stop of the tour will be the Ferrari theme park. This is a real gift for lovers of this brand. Everything will be here: a virtual trip to the manufacturing plant, real stages of car assembly, a model range, a visual explanation of aerodynamics, a Formula 1 simulator, and for children a race track with electric cars. And all this in the style of the Emirate - under the roof in the form of the world's largest Ferrari badge.
Dinner and evening show on an Arab dhow boat
Vacationers are invited to take a real trip on an authentic Arab boat - Dhow. The cruise will take 2 hours, during which the boat will sail 14 km along Dubai Creek. This sea arm, which divided the city into 2 parts, starts from the Persian Gulf, goes inland and, making a semicircle, returns to the Gulf again. It was from here, from the banks of the branch, that the metropolis was born.
First, houses appeared, then shops, now on its banks there are shipyards, the Chamber of Commerce, Twin Towers, the National Bank, hotels, dhow berths, entertainment centers, parks, golf courses, etc. During the voyage, tourists are offered a dinner organized on the system "buffet" and traditional drinks that are not included in the price of the trip.
Burj Khalifa skyscraper
The best viewpoints are provided by the tallest stalagmite in the world, as the Burj Khalifa is often called. From here, from a height of 452 m, such a panorama of Dubai opens up that it is simply breathtaking. The 828-meter building, which cost about $ 1.5 billion to build, was originally called the Dubai Tower (Burj Dubai).
At the opening, it was renamed Burj Khalifa, dedicated to the current President of the UAE. The construction of the stone part of the unique structure took place in the evenings and at night due to the special composition of the concrete. The area of the entire building is as large as 17 football fields.
The building has 163 floors, 2 of which are occupied by observation platforms - 124 and 125. The rest are located hotels, restaurants, shopping centers, offices, apartments, swimming pools, gyms. Vacationers are invited to take an excursion to the observation decks of the skyscraper, or rather pay for the entrance to them and the use of telescopes.
The ticket price at sunset is almost double the usual price. Those who do not want to wait in line at the turnstile will need to fork out for almost triple the cost. The services of the guide will have to be paid separately, as well as the commemorative photo.
Dubai Night Tour with Speedboat
An evening walk combines a walking tour and a short voyage. The first part will take you along a route that allows you to appreciate the lights of Dubai at night. Tourists will admire the show of singing fountains at the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa, will be able to shop at the old market and take a selfie against the backdrop of one of the most expensive hotels Burj Al Arab, which is located on an artificial island 270 m from land.
The island of Palma will be remembered for the Atlantis Hotel, which, in addition to magnificent rooms, houses the largest themed water park, an aquarium and zones of dolphins and sea lions. The second part is a boat trip around the fashionable area of Dubai Marina. Then tourists will see the panorama of night Dubai, opening from the 44th floor of the "Grosvenor House" hotel. There is a bar, one drink in which is included in the price of the excursion.
Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina on a boat trip
The artificial island complex is truly one of the great wonders of the world and the perfection of engineering embodied in this huge hydraulic structure. In plan, the islands look like a palm tree, consisting of a trunk, 16 curved leaves, surrounded by an island crescent - an 11 kilometer breakwater.
Vacationers should pay attention to the route offered by local travel agencies, which is a speedboat cruise with a Russian-speaking captain to the most significant sights of the emirate. The route is designed for a group of 6 people. Parents with children are welcome.
The boat trip lasts 2 hours. During this time, the boat will sail along a man-made 4-kilometer canal in the heart of the most prestigious area of the city, pass the Dubai Eye, the world's largest Ferris wheel, and pass along the luxurious Jumeirah Beach Residence.
Then the ship will take tourists along the island complex - Palm Jumeirah, which is an amazing architectural project filled with villas, entertainment centers, hotels, headed by the famous hotel complex - Atlantis.
Flower Park and Global Village
A mini-voyage lasting five hours is designed for a group of up to 4 people. The guide will take a family or a group of friends in his car to significant places in Dubai, making stops for photo shoots. On the way, an informed driver will provide interesting information about the UAE, tell about the peculiarities of life and everyday life of the citizens of this amazing country.
The first stop will be made at the Miracle Garden park complex, where car passengers will find themselves in a world of 50 million flowers. Gardeners here create incredible compositions of roses, petunias, tulips and other flowers.
Whimsical flower figures depict swans, peacocks, an airplane. Here you can see the arch of hearts, a huge teddy bear, the Burj Khalifa and many other figures made of natural flowers.
The second stop at the Global Village, a flower park, will be dedicated to the fair, presented by 30 pavilions from around the world. An educational walk accompanied by a guide will allow visitors to get acquainted with the culture of China, India, Thailand, France, Italy, as well as the countries of Africa and the Middle East.
Here you can taste dishes of national cuisines, see various ethnographic shows and purchase original souvenirs.
A trip to the Indian Ocean: to Fujairah
The journey will take 10 hours. An individual voyage is designed for a group of friends or a family of 3 people. The limitation in the number of participants in the route is due to the fact that the trip is carried out by the car of the guide-driver. On the way, a local expert will tell the story of the youngest emirate - Fujairah.
Upon arrival, tourists are served lunch at a local hotel restaurant. After that, it's time to enjoy a beach holiday on the shores of the Indian Ocean, which offers stunning views of the surrounding water area.
Scuba diving equipment can be rented on site for those wishing to dive. With the onset of evening, the group will set off on the return journey. On the way, the guide will show you ancient buildings, the Al-Bidiyah Mosque and Portuguese fortresses.
Towards the wonders of Abu Dhabi
While vacationing in Dubai, you should take the opportunity to visit the capital of the Emirates. Professional tour guides regularly organize bus trips to Abu Dhabi. The voyage to the neighboring emirate is designed for a group of 35 people and will last 10 hours. The presence of parents with children is encouraged.
The walk will begin with a visit to the amazing marble mosque of Sheikh Zayed. People of any religion can enter the inner halls. The decoration of the walls of the cult building made of snow-white marble makes a stunning impression, sparkling with gold and shimmering with gems.
The size of the carpet on the floor of the mosque is striking. The exterior of the building with domes and minarets evokes the motives of “Tales of 1000 and 1 Nights”. A stroll along the picturesque embankment and the central street of the capital, as well as a stop near the palaces of the royal family, will make an indelible impression on tourists.
The route will then lead to the Heritage Village, where guests of the museum will see Bedouin tents and craftsmen's houses. It will be interesting to visit the date market and have a photo session at the golden Emirates palace. After that, tourists will be fed lunch at a five-star hotel. At the end of the voyage, a stop will be made on Saadiyat Island near the building of the futuristic museum - Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Trip to Al Ain
Locals say that in order to feel the atmosphere of an Arab city, you need to go to Al Ain. This only landlocked city is located on the border with Oman in a natural oasis.
The founder and first president of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, was born here, whose museum is offered to tourists. Vacationers will have to learn about the emirate ruler, who has been unchanged for 33 years, who was re-elected 7 times. It was Sheikh Zayed who, using oil development, transformed the country from a Third World into a thriving federation.
The itinerary of the 10-hour excursion includes a visit to Jebel Hafeet Mountain, from the observation deck, which offers a beautiful view of the green oasis surrounded by desert sands. At the foot of the mountain, traditional baths are located at the hot springs (no stop there).
Lunch will be organized for tourists in the city, after which the excursion will continue. The next point of the trip will be the largest zoo in the UAE, the territory of which is 900 hectares. About 4 thousand animals live in conditions close to natural ones, some of which visitors can feed.
Evening Abu Dhabi with a visit to the Royal Palace
A visit to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the Emirates in the evening, is attractive because the air temperature drops, and a comfortable environment for cognitive walks is established on the streets of the city. In addition, with the onset of dusk, buildings, structures, lush vegetation, fountains and other attractions are illuminated in the city, which gives the capital a fantastically beautiful view.
The bus trip from Dubai to the capital of Abu Dhabi is organized by professional guides. The voyage takes 10 hours for a group of 35 people. The highlight of the travel program is a visit to the snow-white marble mosque of Sheikh Zayed.
The religious building is open to all guests, regardless of their religion. There is no need to remind about the observance of the Muslim dress code by women. Outside lighting gives the mosque a fabulous look and begins to believe that Aladdin will now appear with his lamp.
Then the group will go to the presidential palace of Qasr-al-Watan, which hosts foreign delegations and heads of state. Tourists will admire the interiors of the palace halls, the walls of which are decorated with golden inscriptions of a religious nature, executed in Arabic calligraphy.
Then the bus with tourists will pass along the main street and the green embankment of the capital of the Emirates. During the stop, you can go to the date market. After that, the guests will have dinner at the restaurant of the 5 * hotel according to the system - buffet. Then everyone will go back.
Musandam, or fjords in the east
Explore the picturesque fjords on the Musandam Peninsula, swim in the emerald waters of the Indian Ocean, sail on an Arabian double-deck dhow, admire the coastal caves and go fishing - all this is offered by experienced guides. The voyage lasts 10 hours for a group of 30 people.
The route starts from the hotel on Tuesdays and Fridays at 8:30 am. The bus arrives in the town of Dibbe. From here, tourists will go on a cozy boat (dhow boat) to Musandam. Lunch is included in the route program. The voyage is not recommended for families with small children and the elderly.
Culinary run
An original excursion route dedicated to local street food. Find out what the townspeople eat, visit popular places where local fast food is prepared - all this can be done with a professional guide. The voyage is designed for a group of up to 6 people and lasts 4 hours. Parents with children are welcome.
Representatives of more than 200 nationalities live in the city. The Babylonian pandemonium reigns here, both national dishes and masterpieces of international cuisine. A connoisseur of local culinary points will lead the group through the places where the best shawarma and delicious tea are prepared.
Guests will find out what is the healthiest and tastiest dessert in the UAE and where to enjoy it. No one will be left indifferent by kebabs with rice, mandi with chicken and of course stunning donuts in date syrup.
During the entire walk, tourists will visit one of the best local restaurants, drop in shawarma and cafes. It is recommended to come hungry to the meeting with the guide.
To idyllic Fujairah
While vacationing in Dubai, you should definitely devote 1 day to traveling to idyllic Fujairah. This is what local professional guides call this fascinating route. The voyage will take 10 hours. An individual voyage is designed for a group of friends or a family of 4 people. Children are welcome.
The trip is carried out in the car of the guide-driver. On the way, a local expert will tell the story of the youngest emirate - Fujairah. Tourists will see a picturesque canyon in the middle of the Hajar Mountains. Upon arrival, guests are served lunch at a local hotel restaurant.
After that, until the evening, sightseers will sunbathe on the beach and swim in the Indian Ocean, from where stunning views of the east coast of the Gulf of Oman open. Scuba diving equipment can be rented at the hotel for those wishing to dive.
Before leaving, the escort will show you the 17th century fort, the grand Sheikh Zayed Mosque with six minarets and the oldest mosque, Al-Badiya.
Natural and cultural heritage of Hatta
An individual voyage in the car of a driver - a professional guide to the Hatta mountain resort will provide an opportunity for a company of friends or a family with children of 4 people to enjoy the mild mountain climate and forget the beach heat for a while.
For 7 hours, passengers will fully admire the natural beauty of the Hajar foothills, visit an authentic Arab ancient settlement, where they will get acquainted with the life and crafts of the Bedouins. It will be interesting to visit one of the oldest mosques in the Arabian Peninsula and the Portuguese fort of the 17th century.
The Hatta Resort is an open-air historical and ethnographic museum. On the way to it, travelers will admire the magnificent dunes of the sandy desert and beautiful oases. The landscapes are especially beautiful during sunrise and sunset.
The guide makes stops for photo sessions. In the second half of the trip, passengers will arrive at the shore of a beautiful mountain lake. Here you can ride a catamaran on the water surface of the reservoir or take a walk surrounded by cool silence.
Then guests will be served a delicious lunch at the cafe. At the end of the tour, guests will be guided through the local mini-zoo. On the way back, you can visit the carpet and pot market.
Helicopter flight
No sightseeing walking or bus tour beats a helicopter flight over Dubai. The air travel lasts only half an hour, but spending time in the airspace of the emirates will leave in your memory vivid impressions of everything you see for a lifetime. The flight is designed for a group of friends or a family of up to 5 people. Children are welcome on board.
The helicopter after landing tourists takes off from the helipad near the Police Academy. As soon as the metal bird rises up into the sky, passengers will be presented with a striking panorama of the famous island complex of Palm Jumeirah.
From a bird's eye view, the World Islands are shaped like the continents of the Earth. The helicopter will fly around the famous Sails hotel - Burj al-Arab, then it will proceed to the tallest skyscraper in the world, Burj Khalifa. After that, the pilot will direct the aircraft to fly over the old districts of the city with an abundance of shopping arcades.
Before take-off, guests will be instructed on safe behavior in the air. During the flight, passengers will be allowed to hold the steering wheel and even try to perform maneuvers with turning, climbing and descending.
All about the "pearl of the world"
An individual car ride for 4 people lasts 7 hours. Tourists will be picked up by a driver-guide in their own car to the specified hotel. During the trip, a connoisseur of the Emirates will provide a lot of information regarding the past and present of the country, customs and traditions of the people inhabiting it. For all the time, passengers will see the most important sights of the metropolis.
In the Down Town area - the city center, the guide will show the facades of the hotels in the form of coins and two dolphins. On the territory of Jumeirah, travelers will walk through the local version of Times Square, see delightful cafes and restaurants.
Here, guests will visit the Museum - House of Islamic Culture, where they will get acquainted with the famous carpets and jewelry. It will be interesting to visit the Parus Hotel on the shores of the Persian Gulf. Then we will stop at Madina Jumeirah, the so-called Dubai Venice.
The route will not avoid the labyrinths of the Arabian traditional market, Palm Island (Palm Jumeirah) with its famous Atlantis hotel. In Dubai Marina, tourists will see marinas with luxury yachts. Then there will be a walk through the entertainment shopping complex Dubai Mall with dancing jets of fountains. After that, the tourists will be taken back to the hotel.
Old Quarters: Group Tour
Do you want to know the very soul of the East? Then this excursion is for you. Just stock up on comfortable shoes - you will have to walk a lot.
The journey will begin in the old quarters, with their ancient architecture, when the fabulous East seems to come to life before your eyes. You will see narrow streets, al-Fahidi fort (former city prison), which is made of shells and coral, bonded with clay.
Discover what Dubai was like before it became a modern luxury hub. Visit the fabric market for everything from handmade lace to velvet. Of course, all this is natural and of the highest quality. You will cross the bay in a small Arab boat, wander around the local markets, look at oriental goods.
The guide will tell you a lot of interesting things about those who once lived in the country - drove cattle, was engaged in pearl fishing, traded in spices. Well, how, being in the old quarters, not to taste delicious dates or unusual chocolate made from camel milk?
Along the way, you can ask the guide any questions regarding the old part of Dubai, and outline the routes you want to follow on your own.
