Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 69 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows worth booking?
Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows is a 11-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $50 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 69 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (69)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Combine the best of the city with a desert excursion with this full-day tour including a Dubai City tour and a desert safari with dinner. See the highlights of Dubai by luxury coach, including Palm Island, Al Fahidi Stre
What you get
- Camel ride, Sand boarding, henna lady, shisha pipe, and Arabic dress
- Driver/Guide: Hotel pickup only prior to Dubai city tour. Desert Safari Program Drop-off only.
- Thrilling and adventurous dune bashing with 4x4 jeeps (roller coaster ride) on the giant dunes.
- Live entertainment - belly dancer, Tanoura dance show and Fire Show
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Barbecue Dinner - Emarati starters and snacks - Soft drinks and Water -
About this experience
Combine the best of the city with a desert excursion with this full-day tour including a Dubai City tour and a desert safari with dinner. See the highlights of Dubai by luxury coach, including Palm Island, Al Fahidi Street, and much more. After a brief break at a food court, you will continue towards the desert. Enjoy the adventurous dune bashing ride on the desert sands, sunset photography of the desert, camel ride, sand boarding, belly dancer show, Tanoura live entertainment, snacks and refreshments plus a sumptuous buffet BBQ dinner. You will be dropped back to your hotel after the Desert safari program.
What's included
Included
- Camel ride, Sand boarding, henna lady, shisha pipe, and Arabic dress
- Driver/Guide: Hotel pickup only prior to Dubai city tour. Desert Safari Program Drop-off only.
- Thrilling and adventurous dune bashing with 4x4 jeeps (roller coaster ride) on the giant dunes.
- Live entertainment - belly dancer, Tanoura dance show and Fire Show
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Barbecue Dinner - Emarati starters and snacks - Soft drinks and Water -
Not included
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase) No Alcoholic drinks at the camp
- Shisha at the table is not included whereas the guest can enjoy it at the exclusive area for shisha
- There is No Hotel drop-off after City Tour
What you'll see and do
Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort
Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort, Al Fahidi, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Jumeirah Public Beach
Jumeirah Public Beach, Jumeirah St, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Burj Al Arab
Burj Al Arab, 3 Jumeirah Street Burj Al-Arab Hotel, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Dubai Creek
Dubai Creek, Mashraf Building, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Jumeirah Emirates Towers
Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Palm Islands
Palm Islands, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Sheikh Zayed Road
Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Souk Madinat Jumeirah By Dubai Retail
Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Al Sufouh Road, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Old Souk
Old Souk, 18 28B Street - Deira, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Dubai Marina Yacht Club
Dubai Marina Yacht Club, Al Hubob St Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club, Ground Floor, Dubai 32923 United Arab Emirates
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ABC Tours Dubai
ABC Tours Dubai, Port Saeed, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Dubai United Arab Emirates
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 1 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ABC Tourism LLC
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Vegetarian option is available for safari dinner, please advise at time of booking if required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- You are booked on sharing basis hence all the co participants must cooperate with each other. Priority must be given for senior citizens for the front seats. Parents with children who are less than 12 years are only allowed to sit in rear seat as per the UAE Law. Driver will be the master of the roaster in allocating the seats. Alternatively the co-passengers must sort out among themselves by shifting equal time on the preferred seats. No prior request for the seats will be entertained since everyone pay the same. Anyone who does not agree to the seating allocation may request for an exclusive jeep by paying the supplementary charges directly.
- Dubai Desert temperature may fall down around 09 degree + between December to April. Hence request all the guest to keep light woollen clothes and windbreakers.
- Guest can opt to do the program in 2 days or the same day.
- Dubai Museum is closed on Friday until 2:30 pm. Inside museum visit is not possible on Friday's, however you can see the forts from outside and we will take you thee for a photostop. On friday some of the shops inside spice and gold souk will be closed
- Dubai city tour on Friday mornings will be limited to 04 hours as the museum is closed and there is not traffic on the roads.
- Soft beverages, tea/coffee water is included in the desert safari package will be served at the campsite.
- For the desert safari, there will be a restriction on live entertainment Belly dance , Fire show, Tanura dance and serving alcohol throughout the UAE during the below Islamic holidays. Therefore the Safari will be operated without these entertainments and serving of alcohol at the camp site during these days. The same is applicable during Ramadan fasting month (expected to be from 05th May - 05th June 2019 slight change in date based on moon sighting expected, Ascension day Arafat (Haj) Day Al Hijri Islamic New Year Milad Un Nabi the Birthday of Prophet Mohammad. The dates are based on lunar calendar and cannot be pre-advised.
- INDIVIDUAL GUEST PICKUP :- If the booking is for one person the guest will be requested to come to a close by common pick up hotel which will be one of the centrally located hotels. If the guest request to have pick up from the hotel of their stay will be charged USD 8 per person and they can pay locally. This is only applicable for those guest staying at centrally located hotels. However, if there is more than one booking from the same hotel we will pickup up from the same hotel. The agency do not accept any claim or compensation in this regard.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 69 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
69 verified traveler reviews for Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An absolute must for 1st timers to Dubai
Great tour. Whiskey was very informative and helpful. I am so glad I did this tour 1st and now I'm ready o explore the city.
via Tripadvisor
Whisky is a win
Whiskey, the tour guide was very knowledgeable of old and new Dubai. He was extremely courteous and had a great personality. He kept the tour interactive and had a great sense of humor. His picture taking skills were superb. I will request Whiskey as my tour guide on my next visit to Dubai.
via Tripadvisor
Very good
Very nice trip for someone visiting Dubai for a first time Thanks Risky for guiding us and the perfect spots to taking a photo
via Tripadvisor
Interesting overview of Dubai
The guide, Whiskey was very informative and the driver did a good job in the traffic. We would use this company again and recommend it.
via Tripadvisor
amazing fun! 🤩
amazing experience! so much fun! great photos taken with the sunset 🌅 would highly recommend all activities. do it!!!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $250
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 24
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by ABC Tourism LLC, who run 6 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 75.0 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubai is not rushed.
Is Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 69 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows?
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Around 24 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubai and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dubai City Tour (Old & New) Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride, Shows start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dubai?
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On Outty we rank every Dubai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp, Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Dune Buggy Safari Tour in Red Dunes Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dubai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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