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Dubai Layover City/Desert Tour: Flexible Times & Airport Transfer
- Duration4 hours – 6 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Don’t spend your layover in Dubai trapped in the airport. Choose the adventure that fits your interests and available time: an attraction-packed city highlights tour or a thrilling desert safari experience.
Get whisked straight from the airport, cruise terminal, or hotel of your own choice or one provided by Emirates Airlines. We handle every detail so you can simply step into an unforgettable experience. No stress, no guesswork, no missed flights. An air-conditioned vehicle with ample luggage space with a knowledgeable local guide who knows Dubai's shortcuts, and hidden gems.
Dubai is one of the Middle East's most captivating cities and it's right outside your gate! So turn your transit time into travel time and leave with memories and photos worth far more than a boarding pass!
What to expect
Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with ample luggage space and the ease of pick-up and drop-off from your desired location in the city.
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
With City Tour Option: Discover the historic locations, narrow alleys, pathways, and public squares that encapsulate the essence of historical gems and learn about their cultural significance with your local guide.
Dubai Creek
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
With City Tour Option: Visit Dubai Creek Harbour a waterfront district with art trails, dining and skyline views.
Bur Dubai Abra Station
32 3 A St, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Take an Abra Water Taxi Ride to experience the traditional way to transport across the Dubai Creek.
Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Your knowledgeable and professional driver will pick you up from your chosen hotel location and take you on a thrilling adventure across Dubai’s majestic sand dunes.
As the sun sets, the desert comes alive with a host of exciting activities you could try your hand at, including sandboarding, gliding down the dunes on a board, or riding a camel, a traditional mode of transport in the desert. You will also get to Immerse yourself in Bedouin culture at a traditional desert camp, where you can enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner. The desert offers cultural performances, such as belly dancing and traditional music, adding an authentic touch to your desert experience. You can also choose to go quad biking to experience the excitement coursing through your veins as you adventure on a bumpy bike ride and try traditional customs like henna tatoos and smoking shisha.
Lahbab
Lahbab, United Arab Emirates
Here you experience dune bashing through towering red dunes, some reaching heights of up to 70 feet. You'll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned Toyota Land Cruiser, expertly handled by a licensed English-speaking safari guide. Along the way, your driver will share fascinating insights into Middle Eastern culture and traditions, making the journey both exciting and enriching. Stop for incredible photos of the otherworldly desert landscape and let your guide capture memorable shots of you to treasure forever. Brace yourself for an adrenaline-fueled journey in a 4x4 off-road vehicle and experience the thrill of dune bashing as you explore the desert landscape.
Burj Khalifa
1 Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Photo stop at Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
Pickup & meeting point
Pickup is included for all travellers.
You can request a pickup location of your own.
Pickup locations1,181
The operator lists 1,181 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.
Hotels & residences40
- Le Wana HotelSt. 4th, Opposite Al Ghurair Mall, Near Union Metro Station, Exit 2, Dubai, 2760, United Arab Emirates
- Orchid Overnight SuperyachtKing Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Sapphire Hotel ApartmentsSheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Sea Point Hotel Dubai IslandsWE1021 - B - Dubai Islands, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Reflections HotelAl Jaddaf, Near Al Jadaf Metro Station, Dubai, 30531, United Arab Emirates
- Coral Park Hotel ApartmentAl Muraqqabat Rd, P.O.BOX 82999, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Park Regis Kris Kin HotelSheikh Khalifah Bin Zayed St, Opp Burjuman Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Rove Bur Dubai - Healthcare City19th B Street, Dubai, 119440, United Arab Emirates
- SLS Dubai Hotel & ResidencesMarasi Drive, Business Bay, Dubai, 124862, United Arab Emirates
- Copthorne Hotel DubaiPort Saeed - Deira, Deira, Dubai, 119311, United Arab Emirates
- Ruwi Beach Hotel ApartmentsAl Sharq Street, Sharjah, 18196, United Arab Emirates
- Carlton Downtown HotelSheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Armani HotelSheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Blvd, Burj Khalifa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Canopy By Hilton Dubai Al SeefAl Seef Street, Umm Hurair 1, Dubai Creek, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Avari Hotel ApartmentsAl Barsha 1, Behind Mall of Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Dolphin Hotel ApartmentsKhalid Bin Al Waleed Rd, Metro Station Meena Bazaar - 90 - 92, Next To Al Fahidi, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Majestic Premier HotelKhalid Bin Al Waleed Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & TowersBaniyas Street, P.O. Box 4250, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Aloft by Marriott Dubai Airport51st Street, Garhoud, P.O. Box 10001, Dubai, 10001, United Arab Emirates
- Quality Inn HorizonAl Rigga Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Deebaj Al Khabisi Plaza4 45 A St, 8b Street, 12, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Hyatt Place Dubai Al RiggaAl Rigga Road, Dubai, 33178, United Arab Emirates
- Hyatt Centric Jumeirah DubaiJumeirah, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, 53450, United Arab Emirates
- Hyatt Place Dubai Wasl DistrictAl Wasl District, Near Al Ghurair Mall, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Citymax Hotel Bur DubaiKuwait Street, Mankhool Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Pearl Swiss HotelAl Rigga Road, Behind Commercial Bank Building, Dubai, 100022, United Arab Emirates
- Piccadilly HotelBaniyas Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Deebaj Al Nakheel Hotel Apartments33rd St, Al Muraqqabat, Near Al Ghurair City, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Green Desert HotelAl Muraqqabat Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite HotelAl Jaddaf, Dubai, 122382, United Arab Emirates
- Manhattan Avenue HotelAl Mankhool Road, Bur Dubai, Dubai, 33501, United Arab Emirates
- City Avenue HotelAl Muteena Street, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Wave International HotelSabkha Street, Opposite Al Sabka Bus Station, Dubai, 57636, United Arab Emirates
- Smana Hotel Al RiqaAl Rigga Al Rigga Rd, 26b Street, 31; Al Muraqqabat, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Sadaf Delmon HotelStreet # 36A, Al Riqqa, Deira, Behind Taj Hotel, Dubai, 21969, United Arab Emirates
- OYO 350 Al Rabia117 - 187, Al Mussalah Road, Dubai, 27760, United Arab Emirates
- Dorus HotelOmar Bin Al Khattab St, Naif; P.O. Box No: 34296, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Westzone Pearl Hotel ApartmentsAl Manakhool Area, Behind Burjuman Shopping Centre, 18, Dubai, 32795, United Arab Emirates
- Hyde Park Hotel16 Al Raffa, Al Souq, Bur Dubai, Near Al Gubaiba Bus Station, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Copthorne Lakeview Hotel, Green CommunityDubai Investment Park 1, Green Community, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.
Pickup instructions
Explore in comfort and convenience on this tour with private, air-conditioned transportation service, including pick-up and drop-off services available at key locations like hotels, airports, cruise ports, or any spot within Dubai.
What's included
Included
- Private City Tour (if correct option selected)
- Desert Safari Tour (if correct option selected)
- Pick up and Drop off (preferred location in Dubai)
Not included
- Quad Biking and Buggy (available at extra charge)
- Alcohol drinks, Fruit juice, red bull, cold coffee, and other drinks (additional charge)
- No belly dance during the Holy Month of Ramadan
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 30 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Infant (0–3), Adult (4–99)
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 2 hours before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Asia/Dubai
- Product code
- 415902P4
What you'll be asked when booking
- Your preferred pickup point
- Any special requirements
- Drop-off address
- How you are arriving
- Cruise arrival time
- Cruise ship name
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 518 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (1) and Tripadvisor (17).
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