Dubai City Tour

Highlights: This tour introduces both the new and the old Dubai

Description:

Discover the new and old of Dubai. Our route takes us to some of Dubai's beautiful landmarks. The most magnificent Jumeirah Mosque built in 1979 designed in the style of Fatimi mosques in Egypt.

Tourist wish to visit the mosques should wear appropriate clothing like trouser, long sleeves and scarf for ladies. Open for public only on Sunday and Thursday. Stop Jumeriah Public Beach, passing bay Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and stop for photo at Burj Al Arab the most luxurious and tallest standing hotel in the world.

We continue our journey and pass by the Sheikh's Mohamed palace, then take a short break by the creak to view the amazing architecture of Deira Towers. We then visit the fascinating underground Dubai Museum housed in the Al Fahidi Fort, built in 1800 from sea rocks and gypsum to defend the city. Inside, feel the cooling effect of an old wind tower; wander past cabinets housing traditional khanjars (curved daggers) as well as musical instruments dated 300bcs. While in the basement you could view film of Dubai dated 1930’s, market life from 1950s, desert life, and learn how the early pearl divers risked their lives for the bounty of the Gulf water. Pots, weapons, tombs, jewellery found during the 3^rd bcs. We continue passing by the colourful textile market, stop at the gold souq and find ourselves amazed at the sheer volume of dazzling gold jewellery.

Please note that prices are indicated for a minimum of 2 persons

 Note: Jumeirah Mosque will be open to tourist only on Sunday & Thursday