Private Modern Dubai Tour: Explore Architectural Marvels with a Professional Guide

Experience the architectural marvels of modern Dubai on a private tour with a professional guide. Explore iconic landmarks like Burj Al-Arab, Palm Jumeirah, Ski Dubai, and Burj Khalifa. Don’t miss the dazzling Dubai Fountain Show!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Souk Madinat Jumeirah - Your tour starts with a pickup from your Dubai hotel. Relax in your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and listen as your guide tells you facts and stories about this skyscraper-packed city and its recent development.
  • Burj Al Arab - Drive along the vast, 16-lane Sheikh Zayed Road, craning your neck to see the passing high rises. Admire Souk Madinat Jumeirah, an extravagant recreation of a traditional Arabian marketplace. Then, view the iconic Burj Al-Arab hotel. The building stands on an artificial island and soars to a height of 1,053 feet (321 meters), making it a must for your photo album.
  • Palm Jumeirah - Continue to Palm Jumeirah, the man-made island that is one of Dubai’s signature landmarks. Designed in the shape of a palm tree, the sandy archipelago is fringed with luxury villas and exclusive hotels. Drive through Atlantis The Palm hotel — arguably the island’s most famous building — that stands imperiously on the edge of the Persian Gulf.
  • Ski Dubai - Next, head to Ski Dubai, the first indoor ski resort to be built in the Middle East. View its giant ski runs through the glass exterior and learn how powerful snow guns renew the snow on the slopes every night, fresh for the next day.
  • United Arab Emirates - Afterward, stop at Burj Khalifa, one of the world’s highest buildings. Dwarfing Dubai’s skyline, this space-age tower stands at a remarkable 2,772 feet (828 meters). Lean back, peer upwards and you might just see the top!

Continue to Burj Khalifa Lake to see the Dubai Fountain Show. Stretching across the water, these performing fountains were designed by WET, the company behind the famous Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas. During a show, they put on a dazzling 5-minute display of theatrical sprays illuminated by 6,600 lights and lasers. Watch spellbound as the fountains dance, twist and shoot water high in the air in time to Arabic and classical music.

After the show, rejoin your vehicle and finish your tour with a hotel drop-off.

Note: Dubai Fountain Management reserves the right to call off the show without prior notice

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in a Private Vehicle
  • Photo Stop from outside Burj Al Arab
  • Private professional English speaking guide
  • Photo stop at Ski Dubai & Burj Khalifa (outside)
  • Bottled water in the coach
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Note: Dubai Fountain Management reserves the right to call off the show without prior notice
  • Ski Dubai Entrance & Burj Khalifa Entrance ticket
Additional Information

Embark on a 4-hour journey exploring Dubai’s latest architectural marvels. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, discover the amazing transformation of Dubai from a modest trading port to a booming emirate, sprouting skyscrapers at an incredible pace. Feast your eyes on the uniquely shaped Burj Al-Arab hotel and the palm-tree-inspired archipelago of Palm Jumeirah. Witness the snowy mountains of Ski Dubai and appreciate the towering heights of the splendid Burj Khalifa. Cap off your tour with the spectacular Dubai Fountain Show!

Disclaimer: Dubai Fountain Management maintains the right to cancel the show without giving a prior notice

  • Pickup will be in a Private suitable air-conditioned vehicle with Private Guide.
  • Children up to 5 years of age must be provided with a child safety seat. Kindly let us know if you have an infant 5 years and below joining the tour. Infant seat will be provided without any additional charges.
  • Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised. Hats are advisable when in direct sunlight.
  • Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period. We recommend all our guests to take adequate precaution.
  • The local tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of the scheduled programs because of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances.
  • Please note, the tour duration subject to change depending on traffic.The stated tour duration includes pick-up and drop off times.
  • Note: Dubai Fountain Management reserves the right to call off the show without prior notice
  • Guest can discuss with our tour guide and customize the itinerary, guest have to pay directly if any additional entrance ticket applicable which is not included in the above itinerary.
Location
Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Al Sufouh Road,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jorge_h
May 9, 2024
Best tour guy .. very... - Best tour guy .. very knowledgeable and accommodating! 5 start service all the way. Always smiling , attentive and always assisting everyone in our small 3 person group
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Winniefridaw
Nov 23, 2023
100% Outstanding Customer Experience, Worth Every Penny for Lifetime Memories - As a solo and first-time traveler to Dubai, I was extremely pleased with the professional and stellar services I received from Orient Tours, in collaboration with my local tour company from Tanzania, Alfazulu. The team helped me select and narrow down activities and accommodations within my interests and budget before I left my original destination. The process was very straightforward and prompt, given that I had informed them of my arrival only 2 days prior. I had a detailed itinerary and all my activity vouchers sent to me in advance. Upon my arrival in Dubai, I was greeted with flowers and cake! What a treat! Throughout my stay, the team was constantly in touch with me directing me on my pick-up and drop-off arrangements and ensuring I was safe and sound. They went the extra mile to even track my traffic movements with my drivers and requested extra waiting times for activities I was slightly delayed for. Furthermore, the team was exceedingly quick and gracious in resolving any misunderstandings. I was heard and understood without any pushback from the team. I was even lucky enough to receive a generous complimentary offer to watch the La Perle show. I fell sick on my last day and the driver assigned to drop me off at the airport was so kind. He offered me first aid medication which enabled me to have the strength to walk through the airport and board my flight on time. I 100% recommend Orient Tours for any form of travel arrangement, solo or family. They go above and beyond for their customers and the experience is worth EVERY PENNY. A very special thanks goes to Ali Mansoor who was on top of my stay, even guiding me through malls. Ali, you are a superstar! Thanks to Hemalina for your coordination of events. Many thanks to all the amazing drivers and tour guides who shuttled me around, they were all soooo courteous and caring. Last, but not least, to the superwoman who guided my decisions and every move, Vaheeda, you are simply the best. Lots of love to the whole Orient Tours Team from Tanzania who made my stay a pleasant home-away-from-home experience.
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Cvzing
Nov 20, 2023
Great tour! - Faisal was very nice and very knowledgeable. It is a great tour if you want to have a quick overview of the Dubai. Burj Khalifa is a must.
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529ernestab
Sep 26, 2023
KNB Travel Dubai Experience - Words cannot explain our amazing 7 days in Dubai, and our tour guide Hussain was the cherry on top! He was very knowledgeable, friendly, timely and instantly became family. Our group of 15 attributes the trips success to the thorough research of KNB Travel and our tour guide Hussain!
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Trio2023
Mar 11, 2023
The Best of Dubai and Abu Dhabi - Our experience in Dubai was enriched with the empathy created between us, the guide Junaid and the driver Jhamil, which made everything much more pleasant. They provided a service beyond professional. Congratulations to the team!
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Peterthomas453
Feb 17, 2023
Highly Recommended Tour by Orient Tours - Great tour especially since we only had 2 days in Dubai. Nimesh was very knowledgeable and gracious. He is very informative, personable, and friendly. We didn’t have an agenda planned, but told Nimesh what we were interested in, and he took us to many hidden gems in Dubai. Truly one of the best excursions ever, don’t hesitate to book, and ask for Nimesh. Would highly recommend. A must do specially if you are short with time. A great way to see Dubai with kids. I had to reschedule this tour a couple times because of flight delays and Orient Tours worked with me patiently to make it happen.
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Rakesh
Dec 16, 2015
It was good tour to see modern Dubai... - <p>It was good tour to see modern Dubai from near. Guide and car were in time. Music fountain and Burj Khalifa were excellent. Should given more time in Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa. Tour was value for money.</p>
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Cameron.muhlenkamp
Apr 17, 2017
I waited to review this tour in the... - <p>I waited to review this tour in the hopes that the title would be changed in response to other posts. Since it hasn't, I don't feel bad leaving three stars. This is basically a hop on hop off tour of Dubai. There is no information given, no theme of development, just driving between major places in Dubai. It was great getting to so many different locations without paying for a cab. However, don't go into this expecting to learn about Dubai.</p>
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Alan
Aug 19, 2016
Reasonably priced and acts as a good... - <p>Reasonably priced and acts as a good primer for places to revisit if done at the start of your stay. My particular tour had issues with picking up another party from a different hotel meaning we were sat outside the first stop for an hour before the guide showed up. Not great fun with 3 kids in tow!</p>
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Marie
Jan 15, 2016
This tour certainly NOT an... - <p>This tour certainly NOT an architecture tour. Our tour guide was informative but not on architectural buildings. We saw more shopping venues than buildings. There are so many skyscrapers in Dubai that we thought we would learn about but we did not. This tour was more a mere sightseeing tour. How disappointing!</p>
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