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Dubai: Half-Day City Tour of Old & New Dubai with Abra Ride

Activity provider: Yalla Walk tourism
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Half-day trip from Dubai visiting Dubai Gold Souk, Dubai Spice Souk and Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Operated by Yalla Walk tourism.

Highlights

  • Discover Dubai's history and modernity on a guided city tour

Dubai: Half-Day City Tour of Old & New Dubai with Abra Ride: Key Facts

PriceFrom $58 per person
DurationFlexible
Group sizeUp to 8 people
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Dubai: Half-Day City Tour of Old & New Dubai with Abra Ride

Half-day trip from Dubai visiting Dubai Gold Souk, Dubai Spice Souk and Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Operated by ...
3 hours
English
$58
Free cancellation

Full description

A half-day trip out of Dubai taking in Dubai Gold Souk, Dubai Spice Souk, Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood and Abra Dubai. There are 10 stops in all.

The running order is Dubai Gold Souk (30 min), then Dubai Spice Souk (30 min), then Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood (15 min), then Abra Dubai (20 min), then Museum of the Future (15 min), and on from there.

The price covers hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubai, Licensed English-speaking tour guide, Traditional wooden Abra boat ride across Dubai Creek and Visits to the Spice Souk and Gold Souk. It does not cover entry tickets to attractions (e.g., Burj Khalifa observation decks and Museum of the Future exhibits), Food, meals, and soft drinks and Personal expenses, so budget for those separately.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Pickup location:

Dubai

Van

(20 minutes)

Dubai Gold Souk

Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)

Dubai Spice Souk

Visit, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing (15 minutes)

Abra Dubai

Boat cruise (20 minutes)

Museum of the Future

Photo stop, Sightseeing (15 minutes)

Burj Al Arab

Photo stop, Free time (15 minutes)

The Palm Jumeirah

Photo stop, Sightseeing, Scenic drive (20 minutes)

Dubai Marina

Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing, Walk (20 minutes)

Burj Khalifa

Photo stop, Sightseeing, Scenic drive (20 minutes)

Arrive back at:

Dubai

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubai
  • Licensed English-speaking tour guide
  • Traditional wooden Abra boat ride across Dubai Creek
  • Visits to the Spice Souk and Gold Souk
  • Visit the historic Al Fahidi Quarter (Bastakiya)
  • Photo stops: Museum of the Future, Burj Al Arab & Atlantis The Palm
  • Scenic drive through Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
  • Complimentary chilled bottled water

Excludes

  • Entry tickets to attractions (e.g., Burj Khalifa observation decks and Museum of the Future exhibits)
  • Food, meals, and soft drinks
  • Personal expenses

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration Flexible
Check availability to see starting times
Wheelchair accessible

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$58
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Frequently Asked Questions

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubai, Licensed English-speaking tour guide, Traditional wooden Abra boat ride across Dubai Creek, Visits to the Spice Souk and Gold Souk, Visit the historic Al Fahidi Quarter (Bastakiya), Photo stops: Museum of the Future, Burj Al Arab & Atlantis The Palm, Scenic drive through Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah, Complimentary chilled bottled water
The duration of the Dubai: Half-Day City Tour of Old & New Dubai with Abra Ride is typically Flexible. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$58