United Arab Emirates · GUIDED
The 15 best guided tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Guided half-day trip from Dubai to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Swarovski chandeliers, optional Zayed Museum, and Etihad Towers views.
“Our day trip with Aizaz was amazing! He knows what he is doing and that makes the whole experience so much better, because you trust in him.”
Old Dubai on foot with Emirati house visits, street snacks and Arabic coffee, Gold and Spice Souks, plus a traditional abra ride across Dubai Creek.
“Our tour guide Khan was really good and helpful. I would definitely recommend this tour”
See Dubai Frame, Blue Mosque, Museum of the Future, Creek abra ride, and souks on a half-day guided tour with pickup. $49.
“The Frame was closed earlier and the company treated us like VIPs to see the Frame the next day including complimentaty rides. 5 Stars PLUS!”
Inside Burj Al Arab guided tour with 25th-floor views plus optional Golden Cappuccino and UMA Sunset Lounge drink. Small group, 1.5 hrs.
“Was a great visit. The hotel is impressive and extremely beautiful!!”
Small-group Abu Dhabi day trip from Dubai with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Heritage Village, Yas Island photo stops, pickup included.
“We spent most of the time inside the bus and some places like Yas Marina, where we just passed by without stopping for photos. However the tour guide was very helpful and friendly, what reflect in a great experience during all the entire route and stops. Grand Mosque was amazing! Recommended!”
Speedboat RIB tour past Dubai Marina, Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah and Atlantis, with photo stops for Burj Al Arab and more from $26.
“Excellent. What a fab trip. Just the correct amount of time. The crew were excellent. Would definitely recommend this trip. Great value for money.”
Guided tour of Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi with AC bus stops, behind-the-scenes garages, and photo spots on track, grid, and podium.
“Excellent tour, very informative. Taken around via air con bus which we were very grateful for due to the heat. Stopped off at all the main points and took some great pics! Tour guide was very knowledgeable helpful. Definitely recommend”
Walk Dubai's Al Fahidi, sample Emirati street snacks, ride an abra, then shop the Spice and Gold Souks on a 3 to 4 hour tour.
“Loved the walking tour. Our tour guide was the best I think his name was Khan. Learnt a lot from him.”
Half-day Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque tour from Dubai with hotel pickup, expert guide, and time to admire the carpet, mosaics, chandelier.
“Great tour guide, very detailed and attentive. Provided great insight about mosque and was very personable.”
Half-day Abu Dhabi tour with a guided Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque visit, Heritage Village, Dates Market, and scenic Corniche and island drives.
“We did a half day Abu Dhabi city tour. Najeeb was an amazing driver and tour guide. The van was comfortable especially that we were a group with a toddler. Najeeb gave a good background to places that we were sightseeing and brought us to places that are good to see in Abu Dhabi. Overall would highly recommend their tours.”
Hotel transfer desert safari in Dubai with guided quad or Polaris RZR, 45 minutes dune bashing, sandboarding and a camel ride.
“Really good organised transport to and from was very good aswell”
Self-drive a Rhino Rider speedboat around Yas Island, spot flamingos in Mangrove Alley, and tour Heritage Island with a guide.
“Had a fantastic time with my excellent guide Irfan. The whole experience I can highly recommend. I guess I was lucky, due to some no-shows I had the tour to myself and Irfan's undivided attention. The initial instructions were good and there was plenty of information from Irfan throughout the experience. Altogether good fun!”
Full-day Abu Dhabi highlights from Dubai, with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and BAPS Mandir, plus Emirates Palace views and Yas Island stops.
“Great tour a few too many stops in my opinion but well worth it once you get to the Mosque”
High-speed Abu Dhabi speedboat views of Corniche, Yas Island and mangroves, with live guide, lifevest and bottled water.
“Fantastic experience on the water! The tour was an absolute highlight. Everything was perfectly organized, the crew was super FRIENDLY and I got exciting insights into the city’s landmarks from the sea. The speed and thrill of the ride added an extra layer of fun, and the view of the skyline — especially during sunset — was simply breathtaking. The tour lasted until around 7:45 PM, allowing me to enjoy the magical golden hour from the water. A great mix of adventure and discovery — I’d gladly do it again!”
Zip around Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah on a small RIB speedboat, with live commentary and photo stops near Atlantis and Burj Al Arab.
“Just a great experience. Would recomend this trip if you are in Dubai. An amazing way to see so many incredible buildings.”
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