As a melting pot of culture and nations, this tour comprises both the traditional and the modern. Areas and sights included on this tour are:
Bastakia Area: Bastakia area to view the traditional wind towers and the old Fahidi Fort
SMCCU Cultural Lunch: Enjoy a beautifully-authentic experience of Emirati traditions and culture at the Sheikh Mohamed Bin Rashed Al Maktoum Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU). This non-profit organization is located in the Bastakiya area of Dubai in a lovely traditional wind-tower house. A homemade lunch will be served whilst a local Emirati guide speaks about the culture, tradition, and everyday lives of the Emirati people. Open dialogue and questions are encouraged, with the aim of promoting understanding and tolerance.
Abra Ride (Water Taxi): Board one of the traditional local Abras (Water taxi) which is used till today to cross the Dubai creek
Gold and Spice Souk: Located in the heart of old Dubai is the famous Gold and Spice Souk. A walk through the bustling alleys affords you a wonderful experience - enjoy the dazzling gold and the beautiful aroma of the local spices.
At The Top - Burj Khalifa Floor 124/125: Visit the World's tallest tower - Burj Khalifa - located in downtown Dubai. Enjoy the multi-media display showcasing how this incredible structure was built. One can enjoy a spectacular view of the whole city through the telescopes on the observation decks.
Jumeirah Beach Residence: Short walk and a photo stop at what is also known as JBR. It's one of the trendiest residential communities with more than 40 residential Towers, Restaurants, Cafes, and a Public Beach.
Palm Jumeirah: An architectural feat and a main landmark of Dubai. The scenic tour includes a drive along the trunk and onto the final branch, overlooking the Arabian Gulf and the iconic Atlantis Hotel.
Shindagha Museum and Perfume House. The iconic Dubai Creek area is the home to our museum, where visitors can experience the vibrant history of Dubai. It was developed as part of an initiative to transform the creek into a regional culture and traditional centre. Shindagha Museum tells the universal tale of human innovation, resilience, and the desire for progress which shaped the Dubai of nowadays. We invite our visitors to explore the heritage submerging them into true Emirati culture and its origins. The museum also highlights Dubai’s shared heritage with the region and wider world.
Hotel: Hyde Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch