Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings
Overview
Experience Old Dubai with total peace of mind with Trusted locals. This journey shields you from overcharging, letting you shop the Gold, Spice, and Textile souks with the confidence of a seasoned insider. Led by a trusted local, you’ll unlock the true soul of Emirati history, dispel cultural myths over authentic Arabic coffee, and experience daily life in historic Al Seef and Al Fahidi historical neighborhood. Cruise the scenic Dubai Creek on a traditional Abra boat while savoring authentic street flavors like fresh shawarma, falafel, and freshly squeezed local juices ( pomegranate, orange, sugarcane, coconut) and Soft drink after trying Dubai chocolate and some street food samples. Enjoy a perfectly relaxed pace with dedicated shopping time and built-in comfort rest breaks near restrooms whenever you need. Skip the crowded public lines and enjoy priority boarding on your own private traditional Abra boat for a scenic cruise along Dubai Creek.
What you’ll do
Al Seef is a bustling destination, spread over 1.8km, and rooted in Dubai’s culture and heritage, with a charming atmosphere that resonates throughout its distinct heritage and contemporary areas.
This place is an exact replica of old Dubai. Man-made heritage centre, very instagrammable and lots of food places to explore. also you will get the view of dubai creek, a landmark not to be missed
Walk along Dubai Creek, the lifeline and pulse of the city, which separates the city from Deira to the north and bur Dubai to the North and enjoy the breathtaking views of it
Best spot to see and experience the region’s traditional architecture, lifestyle, and hospitality. Even walking through the little alleys, seeing many cultural institutions and galleries at work is a great experience and welcoming contrast / Beautiful place , so old , one of the first places ever built in dubai
Feel the real Dubai and how it was during the olden times in Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood With the traditional homes, narrow lanes, the wind tunnels visible everywhere, it's a good place to soak in the history and traditions of the Emirates
World of illusions, highlight to take cool pictures
The oldest building in Dubai since 1780s standing tall as it was built as a fortress .
Bring on your skills of bargaining to get the best deals in one of the oldest traditional markets in Dubai; best spot to buy textile Products, shawls and local snacks.
Bur Dubai Abra Dock The gentle purring of the engines of the abras; combined with different water side sounds, makes this dock a pleasant place to hangout. The old style wooden abras offer a great experience - time to cross Dubai Creek to start a new experience in Deira Spice Souk
The oldest markets in dubai to be found on that side , spice Souk and the famous gold Souk, one of the best photo stops
Explore the spice souk with your local guide without any stress from the merchants. Get to know all the different spices and enjoy shopping in the local markets with the best rates . Enjoy food tasting in spice souk
Time to show how much you love your partner on the Gold Souk as the market offers hundreds of stores selling primarily good jewelry and also silver and precious stones and the best part about it it that you don't have to buy to enjoy it
What’s included
- Pre-Market Briefing: Vital tips on real product values and vendor tactics before entering the souks.
- Arabic coffee and mineral water
- Expert Local Guide: Your trusted insider who protects you from tourist traps and overcharging.
- All-Inclusive Entry: Hassle-free admission tickets and fees to all heritage sites and historic museums.
- Shawarma / falafel and Freshly squeezed Juice (pomegranate, coconut, orange, or sugarcane and soft drinks ( if premium option selected)
- Private Traditional Abra Boat Ride: Exclusive, scenic cruise om Dubai Creek with priority boarding
- Built-in Comfort Breaks with dedicated shopping time in each market
Not included
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Where to meet
At the entrance of Al Seef Heritage Hotel ( Bayt 1) Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton You can come by a taxi. The nearest metro station is Sharaf DG metro station on the green line
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
From €25
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