Private tour in Dubai Nada B
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Important: Kindly email me through the ToursByLocals platform before proceeding with a booking request. This ensures that you can confirm my availability before submitting a request, as some bookings may still be in progress and may not yet be reflected in my schedule. Hello & Marhaba! So happy to hear you're thinking of visiting the UAE as your next destination. Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah are all cities certainly not shy of making headlines with their rich history, incredible attractions, and luxurious offerings. Having lived in the UAE for practically my entire life, all 3 cities have so much to offer than meets the eye. I became a licensed Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah tour guide so I can show its guests and my visitors just why, I and so many other people who live here, love this nation! My tours are all fact based, captured from history & tales of the people, as well as contemporary tidbits. My stories are best told amid the backdrop of each city's beautiful streets and markets, all handpicked to ensure you get a scoopful, not just a taste, of the local culture. That being said, I also like to cover a wide variety of topics whether it's economy, trade, or even politics. No topic goes untouched. My tours also capture both the old and the new, in order to give you a comprehensive view of each city's remarkable achievements. My standard tours are designed to cover many of each city's gorgeous sights, and I also offer a bespoke service if you're looking for something special. Finally, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah have an endless list of attractions, and dining and shopping options. If you're only visiting for a short period of time, you'll have many options to choose from. I'm happy to narrow down that list for my clients, and recommend the finest experiences so you can experience the cities like a native. Now, it's time for you to plan your UAE adventure. Check out my tours and book away! Tour Guide Licenses issued by Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Abu Dhabi Department of Culture & Tourism, and Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority. MBA from IE Business School BBA; major in Finance I am not a driver. I can arrange for transportation with a driver, and accompany you throughout the journey from beginning to end.
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Dubai’s historic beginnings tell a story like no other and this tour dives right into it. We’ll trace the city’s transformation from humble trading port to cultural crossroads, starting at a museum that unpacks its journey from desert to global destination. Then it’s into the Spice Souk, where cardamom and saffron lift right out of burlap sacks and into your senses. The glow of the Gold Souk pulls us down lanes of bangles, bridal sets, and sparkling shopfronts. Dubai Creek is the city’s old heartbeat, and we’ll cross it the way traders always have, on a wooden abra boat. The charming Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood comes next, with its towering wind towers and timeless tales. We’ll sip Arabic coffee, swap stories, and close the experience with a local Emirati meal that captures the essence of Dubai’s soul: warm, diverse, and unforgettable.
Important: Kindly email me through the ToursByLocals platform before proceeding with a booking request. This ensures that you can confirm my availability before submitting a request, as some bookings may still be in progress and may not yet be reflected in my schedule. Old Dubai Walking Tour Itinerary: • Tour will begin at the Al Shindagha Museum Visitor Center • Al Shindagha Museum visit • Explore the Spice and Gold Souks • Cross the Dubai Creek by abra wooden boat • Explore the Al Fahidi Historic Neighborhood and windtowers • Try traditional Arabic gahwa (coffee) • Indulge in a delicious traditional meal This is a walking tour and covers around 1. 8 miles. It involves moderate and evenly paced walking so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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This is a walking tour in old Dubai and also includes a abra boat ride. There are plenty of taxis around (standard and UBER), as well as metro stations. Hired transportation can be provided at an additional cost.
دبي, دبي, United Arab Emirates
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: The meeting point is just outside the Al Shindagha Museum - Visitor Center which is just a few minutes walking distance from the Al Ghubaiba Metro Station, Exit/Entrance No. 3 or 4.
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