Private tour in Al Ain Barti R

Al Ain Historic city and the old Capital

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Barti R.

4.9

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Welcome to Dubai. The city of infinite possibilities! Hello All! My name is Barti and Please join me along with the fortunate few who have experienced an authentic Dubai and UAE journey free from mass tourism. For over 29 years, I have seen Dubai change from a simple town into a global city and one of the world's most popular tourism destinations and aiming to become the city with the lowest carbon footprint. My private tours are customer focused by sharing my in-depth local knowledge and with a new clean car driven safely. I show my clients the most interesting places of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and also the other Five Emirates of UAE and also places that are not in the regular tourist map, beyond any guide book will show you. My Private tours are not just about showing popular tourist places, but providing unbiased, accurate and interesting information besides sharing my in-depth local knowledge. I can design customised tours whether for one person or for a group for every budget to every fascinating destination in Dubai and UAE, from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and other five Emirates. My customised tour program include private tour guide(who is me), Air-conditioned transportation with driver, bottled water, inclusive of admission expenses, either for one person or for a group. My past clients include Pleasure/Business travelers, Children, Prime Ministers, Royalty, Nobel Laureates, Cruise Passengers, Special needs Passengers, Students, Regular Tourists and we treat everyone Special. By the way, I take good photographs too and have some sense of humour. My several thousand trips in Dubai and the UAE and the local knowledge what I have gained over these 30 years of living in Dubai and the UAE and by speaking to Experts and long term Citizens of UAE, I have been able to put together an exceptional program awaiting You. PS: If any tours are shown unavailable(red) in the availability calendar, please check with me by sending me a mail since web availability gets updated and tours may be still be available on days showing red in the availability calendar. Why Me? a) My Private tours are Not about just showing places giving flat, regular information. My Private tours are all about making your visit to Dubai and UAE an unforgettable experience by providing unbiased, accurate and interesting information sharing my local knowledge beyond any You Tube video or Guide book will show you. b) I am customer friendly and you can ask me any number of questions and All your questions will be answered or make last minute itinerary changes and I will accommodate your suggestions and requests c) If you are interested in special custom tours like watching CAMEL Racing in Dubai or HORSE Racing or private YACHT Trip or FISHING Trip in the Arabian Sea they can be organized. d) All my private tours are conducted in new model vehicles that are clean and driven safely. Your safety and happiness are important to me during our private tours. PS: Any type of tours which are not listed in the "Tours" section can be custom made and if so please send an Email. I am a certified tour guide by the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing in Dubai and Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi. I am also three doses fully vaccinated(Pfizer) for covid19. Many of my clients are referred by others who have travelled with me. I work hard to get to know each and every client and help design an itinerary that will be unforgettable with memories that last long after photographs have faded. I have been chosen over and over again as one of the best tour guide in the country. My English is easily understandable to both native speakers or to non native speakers and 98% of my Private tours are conducted in English.

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Overview of your Al Ain tour

Having lived in the UAE for over 30 years and have been visiting Al Ain since 1993 I will share my local knowledge of the transformation of Al Ain and UAE to you Al Ain translated to mean 'The Spring' was once a vital oasis on the caravan route from the UAE to Oman. Al Ain is located approximately 140km South of Dubai. While driving from Dubai to Al Ain you'll see the desert sand turning from yellow to Red. Al Ain's reputation as the 'Garden City' is due to the 10000 hectares of green land parks and gardens. Al Ain is the Emirate's heritage heartland. Al Ain's archaeological discoveries are on display at the Al Ain national museum and there is an old Oasis in Al Ain. There are two important forts Al Ain namely Al Ain museum and Al Jahili fort. Al Ain also has a Zoo/Wildlife park. Jebel Hafeet peak of Hajar mountains rising 1249 metres is the Emirates 2nd highest peak bordering Al Ain & Oman and there is a hot springs nearby. Visit Al Ain for a different feel of UAE.

Recent Reviews

Cheryl B.United States
February 2026

My husband and I toured Al Ain with Barti on our first day of our visit to Abu Dhabi. It was a terrific day and the first of four days of touring the UAE. When I book a guide I sometimes cross my fingers and hope. This first day with Barti was so good - I relaxed and enjoyed the rest. Thank you, Barti, for making the UAE come alive for us.

Helen H.United States
October 2025

As part of our trip to the UAE, we wanted to see a part of the area a little off the beaten path. Our day to Al Ain with Barti did not disappoint. Barti made the day so special which included a stop at a camel race track and camel market, the fort and the oasis which is a UNESCO heritage site. Barti is a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and accommodating ensuring that the day with him is absolutely wonderful.

Lucille B.United Arab Emirates
February 2022

The tour to Al Ain with Mr Barti was really interesting, we had the time to visit the main attraction from Al Ain and got a lot of information on the life in the emirates.

Victoria R.United States
July 2018

My family and I had a wonderful day on our tour to Al Ain. Barti's enthusiasm and knowledge made this a very special experience. We came away with a good sense of the history of this part of the country. And he was flexible and kind in shepherding a group that ranged in age from four years to seventy-one! I highly recommend Barti R. as a tour guide.

Tom R.United States
October 2015

My previous review under the Dubai tour was for Al Ain, anyway Barti provided us with a brief tour of the Dubai area and dropped us at our cruise ship. It was pretty hot so we opted to cut some parts short. Barti was flexible.

Mary M.United States
February 2015

Barti is an outstanding guide; knowledgeable, interesting, personable, and highly professional. He selected experiences and sites en route to and around Al Anin that helped us better understand the UAE, its history, cultural traditons and emergence on the world scene. Truly impressive. We highly recommend Barti, confident that he would provide others with a valuable and enriching experience.

Your Al Ain tour itinerary

* Visit Al Ain city * Visit Al Ain National Museum (Mondays closed) Fridays open * Al Ain Oasis visit * Al Jahili Fort, visit/photo stop * Jebel Hafeet visit * Drop back to Dubai to your Hotel Please contact me if you have any questions and this tour is fully customizable to your needs

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

We would use a spacious AC car good enough for 4 passengers for this tour. For Larger groups: If you come with a group of more than 4 people, please send me a message and I'll create a customized tour for you with a Van transportation with the appropriate price.

What's included
Other: My services as your personal tour guide and Air-conditioned luxury transportation in a new car/SUV/Minivan with driver in a private vehicle to and from the Hotel or cruise ship terminal or Airport and around the city. Admission fees to Museum only and bottle of drinking water is included.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Lunch or Souvenior. Al Ain Zoo tickets are not included and need to be paid by the client at the counter. For Larger groups: If you come with a group of more than 4 people, please send me a message and I'll create a customized tour for you with a Van transportation with the appropriate price.
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Meeting location

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai Hotel or Dubai cruise port

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
City Highlights
Day Trip
History
Museums
Tour reference number
54955
Languages
English
Tamil
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Al-Ain best suited for?

This private tour in Al-Ain is perfect for travellers who want to explore the heritage heartland of the UAE with a knowledgeable local guide. It's ideal for those interested in history, culture, and nature, as you'll visit significant sites like the Al Ain National Museum, Al Ain Oasis, and Al Jahili Fort. The tour is also suitable for families, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns due to its minimal activity level and wheelchair accessibility.

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Hours icon 9 hours
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