United Arab Emirates · City Tours

Full Dubai City Tour from Cruise Terminal at Port Rashid Dubai

8 Hours Pickup service provided in Dubai. to Drop-off service provided in Dubai. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore both old Dubai and modern Dubai in one full-day tour
  • 02 Visit Al Bastakiya and see historic heritage buildings
  • 03 Ride a traditional Abra across Dubai Creek
  • 04 Browse the Spice Souk and Gold Souk
  • 05 Photo stop at Burj Al Arab from Jumeirah Beach
  • 06 Visit Madinat Jumeirah and Souk Al Madinat
  • 07 Drive through Palm Jumeirah and stop at The Pointe
  • 08 See Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall at the final stop

Discover Dubai’s striking contrasts on this full-day shore excursion from Port Rashid, combining heritage districts, traditional markets, waterfront crossings, and world-famous modern landmarks. From the historic lanes of Al Bastakiya and Al Fahidi Fort to the lively Spice and Gold Souks, this tour offers a well-rounded introduction to the city’s culture and character.

Continue into modern Dubai for photo stops and sightseeing at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah Mosque, Madinat Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah, and The Pointe, with views of Atlantis, The Palm. The day concludes at Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, where you can admire the city’s most iconic skyline before returning to the port in the evening.

Discover Dubai’s striking contrasts on this full-day shore excursion from Port Rashid, combining heritage districts, traditional markets, waterfront crossings, and world-famous modern landmarks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Dubai
Languages English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Explore the best of Dubai on this tour that includes both Dubai's hidden gems and modern skyscrapers

  • Meet our professional guide just outside the exit door of Port Rashid Dubai, holding your name board.
  • Start your city tour with the old part of Dubai, the Al Bastakiya area, where we will visit Al Fahidi Fort, the 225-year-oldest building in the Bastakiya Heritage District, and other parts of this Heritage Area, including the visit to one more historic building.
  • Moving further on this tour, we will experience the Water taxi ride. Local people called it Abra, the oldest transportation form in the city with picturesque scenery. Get aboard the Abra ride across Dubai creek to visit Dubai’s traditional markets, Spices, and Gold Souk. The spice market in Dubai will give you a colorful, aromatic, and sensory experience. Dubai Gold Souk is the mecca for gold lovers. Here alleys are filled with displays of Gold ornaments in different shapes and types.
  • Drive to Jumeirah to start your journey through modern Dubai. Stop at Jumeirah Beach for the iconic Burj Al Arab Photos. Next, you will be given a photo stop at Jumeirah Mosque. Your next stop will be the stunning Madinat Jumeirah resort. This Arabian mini city is home to luxurious hotels, restaurants, cafés, and different shopping experiences at Souk Al Madinat you can explore with this stop.
  • You will be guided to the largest man-made island Palm Jumeirah, which features the most wanted residential complexes and iconic hotels. Drive through the island and stop at The Pointe, a hub for shopping, dining, and the best place to capture the stunning view of the Atlantis, the Palm Hotel.
  • The final stop is the most popular and visited attraction in Dubai, Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. If you wish, you can admire the panoramic view of the city from the observation deck on the 124th or 148th floor (optional tickets). The best place to capture Burj Khalifa on camera is the water promenade of Dubai Mall. A well-designed full-day Dubai trip will end with this visit, and you will be transferred back to the port by evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Pickup service provided in Dubai. to Drop-off service provided in Dubai. 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 8-Hour Dubai City Tour with Professional Tour Guide
  • Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Souk Madinat Jumeirah Visit
  • The Photo Stops at Burj Al Arab & The Palm Hotel
  • Heritage Bastakia area & Abra Ride
  • Gold & Spice souk Visit
  • Transfers in an Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Pick up & Drop off from Port Rashid Dubai

What's Not Included

  • Meals & Drinks
  • Tips and Personal Expenses in any nature

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair Not Accessible
  • Infant Seats Unavailable
  • Stroller/Pram Not Accessible
  • A child should be accompanied by a parent or guardian
  • The cost of Unused tickets during the tour is not refundable
  • At the Top Burj Khalifa, a ticket will be provided by our Tour guide before going to the entrance of At the top if you bought it separately

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Dubai.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Dubai.
Tour end
Drop-off service provided in Dubai.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours run from Pickup service provided in Dubai. to Drop-off service provided in Dubai..

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