• Al Shindagha Museum - The tour begins at the Al Shindagha Museum district, serving as the gateway to old Dubai. This area features curated galleries and interactive displays that illustrate Dubai’s transformation from creekside settlements to a bustling trading hub. Visitors will explore stories of pearl diving and dhow routes that connected Dubai with Persia, India, and East Africa. Artifacts become characters, maps evolve into narratives, and the Creek transitions from a backdrop to a central figure.
• Dubai Creek - The wooden abra boats navigating the lively Dubai Creek are among the city’s most iconic sights. Guests will enjoy a memorable private abra ride, capturing the city’s essence from the water as they journey through time from its past to its present.
• Dubai Spice Souk - The Dubai Spice Souk is a fragrant maze of shops and eateries offering everything from saffron to chocolate-covered dates. To best explore the bustling souk, it’s recommended to first learn about the spices’ origins from the guide and shop owners before wandering through the market.
• Dubai Gold Souk - Visitors will stroll through Dubai’s oldest market, the Gold Souk, a vibrant place filled with eager shoppers exploring over 300 shops and covered walkways. The tour will include insights into the global fascination with gold, especially during festive times.
• Bastakia Quarter - The tour continues through one of Dubai’s historic neighborhoods, where merchants once resided in now-restored homes. The guide will explain the architectural brilliance of these structures, particularly the wind towers designed to keep residents cool.
• Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant | مطعم الخيمة التراثي - The final stop is a delightful meal at a traditional Emirati restaurant, where guests will share a meal together. The guide will pre-order a variety of dishes, allowing guests to experience the diverse flavors and spices used in the cuisine, and will be available to answer any questions.

• Meal as per itinerary and bottled water in restaurant
• Admission fees

• Gratuities
• Private transportation
• Carbonated beverages

Dubai’s rich history offers a unique narrative, and this tour delves right into it. Participants will follow the city’s evolution from a modest trading port to a cultural hub, beginning at a museum that chronicles its journey from desert to a global hotspot. The tour continues with a visit to the aromatic Spice Souk, gold-adorned markets, and a scenic abra ride along the iconic Dubai Creek. Next, the enchanting Al Fahidi neighborhood awaits, featuring its impressive wind towers and ageless stories. Guests will enjoy Arabic coffee, share stories, and conclude the experience with a traditional Emirati meal that embodies the spirit of Dubai: warm, diverse, and unforgettable.

• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, as our meal is pre-ordered, is non-vegetarian, and is served on a sharing platter basis. A vegetarian option is available on request.
• It is recommended that you bring bottled water, sunglasses, hat, and sunscreen.
• It is recommended that you wear light fabric clothing (especially during summer) and comfortable shoes
• This tour includes moderate physical activity. Guests should be in good health, able to walk slightly longer distances at a comfortable pace, and able to participate in periods of standing.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.