Explore Old Dubai Heritage Walking Tour Traditional Souk BoatRide

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Duration3h - 4h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

History and Culture Tour
Starting from the meeting point passing through the textile market will reach the oldest inhabitant place or I can say from where the origin of Dubai started. We will explore the oldest Al Fahidi district which has had more than 50 houses since the 18th century. We will get to know the survival of people in this region before the discovery of oil. We also pass by the Dubai museum which is located in Al Fahidi Fort. We will see the oldest mosque. By exploring will take a route for the Gold and Spice (souk) market by traditional boat (abra) to cross the creek. We will get to know the natural ingredients and spices used in Arabic food and you can also have a chance to see the traditional things in that market. In the last, we will see the Gold Souk where we will have a chance to take photos with the world's biggest gold ring.
I aim to show you the old district, and fascinating architecture and give you more knowledge about the culture, and heritage of the region.

What's included

  • Abra Boat Ride
  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Gold and Spice Souk
  • Al Seef Dubai
  • Al Fahidi Historical District
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
    40m · Admission ticket included
    We will explore the oldest place in Dubai Al Fahidi district which have more than 50 houses since 18th century. We will get to know the survival of people in this region before the discovery of oil. We also visit some of the houses which are showing the traditions and culture.
  2. Coffee museum
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The coffee museum will be an upscale classic concept with international standard in small cozy relaxing atmosphere with a simple oriental setting.Platform for experiencing different regional styles of coffee such as local Arabic style Ethiopian style Guest also served with Arabic coffee
  3. Souk Al Seef By Dubai Retail
    30m
    Featuring fab views of Dubai's historic creek, traditional dhows, and old-world architecture paired with modern comforts, Al Seef is the ideal tourist lifestyle destination.
  4. Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort
    Pass by
    Dubai Museum is the main museum in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is located in the Al Fahidi Fort (Arabic , built in 1787 and is the oldest existing building in Dubai.

    The museum was opened by the Ruler of Dubai in 1971, with the aim of presenting the traditional way of life in the Emirate of Dubai. When entering, one can see the fort constructed and the various displays that go along with it. From the fort, there is a path to the galleries, which display the general culture of the land, especially in the 1800s. It includes local antiques as well as artifacts from African and Asian countries that traded with Dubai. Due to renovation it close
  5. Bur Dubai Abra Station
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Boat Ride We cross the Dubai Creek by Abra Boat ride which is in the old times people visit market.
  6. Dubai Spice Souk
    30m
    Dubai Spice Souk or the Old Souk is a traditional market (or souk) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).The Spice Souk is located in Deira, in eastern Dubai, and is adjacent to the Dubai Gold Souk. The souk comprises several narrow lanes which are lined with open and closed-roof stores, and is a tourist attraction. Stores in the Spice Souk sell a variety of fragrances and spices from frankincense and shisha to the many herbs used in Arabic and South Asian food. In addition, several household, textiles, tea, incense, rugs and artifacts are also sold in the Spice Souk.
  7. Gold Souk
    30m
    Dubai Gold Souk is a traditional market (or souk) in Dubai, UAE. The souk consists of over 380 retailers most of whom are jewelry traders. Some of the shops are four decades old, while some are new as of 2019. The major items that the mall deals in are gold, platinum, diamonds and sometimes silver.
  8. Dubai Creek
    20m
    We will Walk along the creek to see al of the attractions.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet all the tourist at Zaam's Restaurant which is outside of Sharaf DG Metro Exit 3 remember to take the exit number 3 of Sharaf DG metro when you come out on the left side you will find this restaurant.

End point

The metro station on green line Al Ras tour will be end

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Traveller need sunglasses and comfortable shoes as we have walking tour

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