Culture, Coffee & Souks Day Tour, Dubai

Get away from the OTT skyscrapers and fantasy hotels for the morning and discover the old-world charms of Dubai before the oil rush. 

We will meet local Emirati friends who will introduce us to their traditional ways of life, discover the cultural treasures of the Alfahidi district, and then shop ‘till we drop in the best souks in the city. Plenty of time will be dedicated to browsing (and making a street food pit stop if you fancy) with your local guide on-hand to assist in finding the best price for what you want. 

 

Highlights

• Sip Arabic coffee beside a Bedouin tent with our Emirati friend Abo and learn about life here before the great oil rush
• Explore a triple bill of Dubai’s most atmospheric souks for gold, textiles, and spices with a local guide to help you shop
• Unearth the heritage and culture of the old town and discover its art galleries, traditional handicrafts, and traditional Arabian coffee ceremonies
• Do as the locals do and take a thrilling ride across the creek in an Abra water taxi

 

Inclusions:

Local English-speaking guide, cold water, Arabic coffee (or a cold drink for those who do not fancy coffee), Abra water taxi fare. 

 

Exclusions:

Food and additional drinks (there will be plenty of restaurants where you can stop to buy a shawarma if you wish), transportation to and from the meeting/end points, tips/gratuities for your guide. 

 

Schedule 

• Duration: 3-4 hours
• Meeting point: Inside Al Fahidi metro station, by the ticket office. From downtown Dubai on the red line, change lines at Burjuman or Union and take the green line to Alfahidi. If you are taking a taxi, ensure you have extra time as traffic can be heavy in the morning.
• Starting time: 9.00 AM
• Ending point: Al Ras metro station.