Monday, October 4, 2010

Sightseeing & Excursion Tours in Dubai

Dubai City Tour

A fascinating historical excursion and orientation tour of the city. First we pass the beautiful flamingo lagoon. Then our route takes us to Nad Al Sheba - home of the famous camel & horse race track. Afterwards you will have a visit to the new falcon market, where you can see these amazing animals very close. Then we drive through Jumeirah and all its popular hotels until we reach the magnificent Jumeirah Mosque which shows the beauty of Islamic architecture (the mosque can only be visited on Thursday and Sunday at 10:00 hrs with a prior reservation).

Dubai City Tour

Dubai City Tour

Dubai City Tour

We move on to the Bastakiya area, where we stop for a while to admire the old wind-tower houses built by wealthy merchants. Close by, stands the 150-year old Al Fahidi Fort, which now houses the Dubai Museum. Here the Dubai Museum records the city's past as an important pearl diving and trading centre. We continue our journey by Abra - a local water taxi which had survived over the centuries and which will bring us to the spice and gold souk. The spice trade gives the city its special oriental atmosphere and the famous gold souk will be a pleasure for your eyes.

Dubai is a bustling city with its own individual charm. So come and join our tour and you will discover more of the hidden secrets of this town.

Duration:
Half Day (4 Hrs)
Child below 4 years free of charge.

Abu Dhabi City Tour

A full day tour to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, situated about 170 kms. South-West of Dubai is an interesting excursion. The first landmark before reaching the city of Abu Dhabi is the Jebel Ali Port, the biggest man-made port in the world. Many of the city's striking examples of modern architecture show intriguing interpretations of Islamic themes captured in today's materials.

Abu Dhabi City Tour

Abu Dhabi City Tour

The first landmark on the way before reaching the city of Abu Dhabi is the Jebel Ali Port, the biggest man-made port in the world.

Many of the city's striking examples of modern architecture show fascinating interpretations of Islamic themes captured in today's materials. Learn everything about the oil- the so called 'black gold' - and how it has transformed Abu Dhabi into the wealthy city of today. A reminder of the historical past is the renovated AL HUSN PALACE - now home of the Centre for Documentation and Research. A drive along the beautiful Corniche gives a magnificent view of the city. The last stop will be at the Dhow Yard, where wooden ships are still built using simple tools.

Duration:
Full Day with Lunch
Child below 4 years free of charge.

Al Ain City Tour

Located 140 kilometres from Dubai at the foot of the mountains, the historical city of Al Ain is known for its modern charms mixed with the lush, green beauty of public parks, gardens and wide boulevards. Also known as the 'Garden City', Al Ain is one of the most important agricultural centres & archaeological sites of the Emirates as well as an university town.

Al Ain City Tour

Al Ain City Tour

Al Ain City Tour

On this half-day tour we will first visit the nation's largest museum located within the walls of Al Jahili Fort, where displays from archaeological excavations in Jebel Hafeet are exhibited. Next stop is at the famous camel market with its busy atmosphere. We continue then to the nearby Buraimi Oasis in Omani territory.

Your lunch will be served high above the city, in the mountain hotel of Jebel Hafeet. From there you will have a spectacular view over the whole Al Ain area. Afterwards we drive back to Dubai.

Duration:
Half-day with lunch
Child below 4 years free of charge.

Sharjah City Tour

This tour will introduce you to the Emirate of Sharjah, also known as the 'City of Culture'. In this emirate, one of the landmarks to photographers is the King Faisal Mosque, currently the largest mosque in the Emirates. We continue then to the renovated Fort of Sharjah, which was originally built in 1820 and used to be the Residence of the ruling family. The Al Naboodah House, the museum for cultural heritage is the next place to see. This district is also known as the museum area. In the Islamic Museum you will have an interesting introduction in all aspects of the Islamic culture. A quick stroll to the adjacent souks of 'Al Arsa' and to the 'Majarrah Souk' will take you to our next venue which is the souk 'Al Markazi' - a treasure chest full of carpets, jewellery and handicrafts. Here you will certainly find your right souvenir.

Sharjah City Tour

Sharjah City Tour

Sharjah City Tour

After a short stop for shopping at the Gold Centre, our tour continues to the Emirate of Ajman and its famous historical museum. Here you will have a short briefing with excellent displays about the Emirates past before the oil was discovered. Visit the old Dhow-building yard and see how these Dhows (wooden sailing boats) are still built today in the tradition of the past. This concludes our tour before heading back to Dubai.

Duration:
Half Day (4 Hrs)

Hatta Trek

This half-day tour takes us to the 200 year old village of Hatta - which is located in the rough Hajar Mountains. After an early departure by 4X4 vehicles, we proceed along the road until we reach the mountains. There you will have an adventurous drive through the rocky landscape. An hour or so of rough driving can be rewarded by scenes of great and unexpected beauty as we pass big and small Wadis and we cross lush landscape, which is surrounding the small settlements and villages deep in the mountains. We will explore the Wadis and dry river beds, which are flooded after winter rains from the Hajar Mountains. A swim in one of those Wadis will give you a nice refreshment in the winter month. Later you can take a visit to the restored 16th century Hatta Fort, before getting your lunch. On the way back to Dubai we stop at one of those popular street markets, where you can find local carpets and potteries.

Hatta Trek Dubai

Hatta Trek Dubai

Duration:
Half Day (4 Hrs)
Tour cost is inclusive of lunch

Dubai Desert Safari Tour

This an opportunity to see the Golden sand Dunes of Arabia in 4 wheel drives where you experience the thrill of a life time, roller coaster ride on the sand dunes. You stop on the highest sand dune to view the beautiful sunset for some breathtaking photographs and refresh your selves with mineral water. We then continue our journey to our Bedouin Campsite in the heart of the Desert, where you will experience first hand how Emirati people used to live before modern life crawled into their lives today. At those Camp sites, where Henna Design, Arabic GAVA, local dresses, soft drinks, water, tea or coffee are available for you to choose from. When you visit those deep in the Desert Arab life style of Old, you will experience many aspects of how life used to be, and you will enjoy the Hospitality of the Arabs here.

Dubai Desert Safari Tour

Dubai Desert Safari Tour

Dubai Desert Safari Tour

Exploring the wadis/valleys A popular amusement with both residents and visitors is known as wadi bashing - exploring the wadis or dry beds of streams that flow after the winter rains from the Hajar Mountains. Many wadis offer scenes of unexpected beauty: attractive rock pools, some with water year-round, surrounded by greenery. Four-wheel-drive vehicles are required and are available for hire with or without drivers.

Choosing to experience the Arabian Adventure Tours will give you the Thrill of a life time, the name Arabian in essence tells it all, this is an Adventure through which you will have first hand experience with the Desert sand thrills, taking the Land Cruisers up the Hills, shooting down at a speed like racing. While driving one’s own car may get stuck in the sand, in this trip there is a challenge to nature like no other. Unfit Deserts for traveling except on the back of a Sahara Camel, brings a new feeling of excitement seeing modern day cars sailing the waves of sand in this Safari. It is called Safari, not because you will be going Deer hunting, or chasing wiled life, but hunting something available only on this Arabian sand excitement of a life time. You cannot hear yourself laughing like you never did in your life as you experience the feeling of this sailing on sandy Hills, ups and downs, which is kind of new to the world of excitements that we know about, or the kinds of risky sports we got used to at major places in the world.

Dubai Dhow Cruise

For those in search of adventure, fine food, good music and a taste of trip on a traditional dhow, the search ends at legendary Dhow. The dhow cruise up the Dubai Creek, in an exquisite way to unwind and relax. As Al mansour sets sail for an adventure ahead, one can settle down in the atmosphere of full-service bar, a choice of lunch and dinner cruises and a generous helping of five star hospitality. The guests can see the exquisite oriental cuisine. Daily boarding starts at 8 pm and the dhow sets sail at 8:30 pm providing everyone aboard with a wonderful two hour experience.

Some of the Dhow Cruises are conducted by major Hotels in the city of Dubai, with no need to be staying at the same Hotel, Transport will be made available to and from the pick up points. Every Cruise is elevated to a five Star level for your entertainment, and from have a cruise of a life time

Dubai Dhow Cruise

Dubai Dhow Cruise

Itinerary:
Boarding for Lunch cruise at 1300hrs, departure 13:30 and returning 15:30 pm. Dinner Cruise Boarding at 20:00pm, Departure 20:30pm, returning at 23:00. Alo including a full international Buffet, mineral water, non Alcoholic welcome drink, Arabic singer for entrainment.

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