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Dubai Tour: Burj Khalifa and City Highlights
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1,120 Ratings
Dubai
An excellent option to fulfill your curiosity from Dubai with a complete day of in-depth explanations in multiple languages, including the top of Burj Khalifa 124.
An excellent option to fulfill your curiosity from Dubai with a complete day of in-depth explanations in multiple languages, including the top of Burj Khalifa 124.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Jumeirah Public Beach - Photo Opportunity: Jumeirah Beach is a stunning white sand beach located in the Jumeirah district of Dubai, along the Persian Gulf coast.
- Jumeirah Mosque - Jumeirah Mosque is the most photographed mosque in Dubai. The cool white walls look stunning against a clear blue sky during the day, but for the most breathtaking…
- Jumeirah Public Beach - Photo Opportunity: Jumeirah Beach is a stunning white sand beach located in the Jumeirah district of Dubai, along the Persian Gulf coast.
- Jumeirah Mosque - Jumeirah Mosque is the most photographed mosque in Dubai. The cool white walls look stunning against a clear blue sky during the day, but for the most breathtaking exterior shots, visit at dusk.
Following this, the tour will proceed to the Islamic Art Gallery.
- New Lewan Islamic Art Gallery - Discover a curated collection of Arabian art, carpets, and souvenirs—an excellent spot for cultural gifts and keepsakes.
- Dubai Spice Souk - Next, enjoy a boat ride across the creek in authentic “Abras,” taking in the spectacular cityscape en route to Deira, home to Dubai’s largest spice and gold souks. Here, indulge in a golden souvenir or sample exotic spices.
- Bur Dubai Abra Station - Visit the Bur Dubai Abra Station, then hop onto the water taxis to cross the water canal.
- The Dubai Mall - The Dubai Mall is the world’s largest destination for shopping, entertainment, and leisure, located next to the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa. With over 1,200 retail stores, two major department stores, and hundreds of food and beverage outlets, the mall spans more than 1 million sqm – equivalent to 200 football pitches.
- At the Top - The guide will lead you to the entrance of the Burj Khalifa, where you will ascend to the top for a breathtaking view of Dubai.
- Souk Madinat Jumeirah - The tour will then head south on Sheikh Zayed Road to reach the entry point of Palm Jumeirah, an island shaped like a palm tree with panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf.
- Palm Jumeirah - Monorail Activity (Suspended Until Further Notice): You will be transferred to a Monorail, another mode of transport connecting the mainland with the man-made island, apart from the roadway. The monorail runs along the trunk of the Palm Jumeirah, connecting the Gateway station at the entry to the Palm to the Atlantis hotel at the far end. The Palm Monorail offers a great vantage point to view the Palm Jumeirah and provides a wonderful view of the island.
- The Marina - Marina Walk: The next stop will be at the new Dubai Marina, where “The Walk” is located, an open space with several renowned restaurants, cafes, and boutiques. Finally, the tour will pass through the Jumeirah Lake Towers, a brand new city, and conclude at the Barsha area at the Mall of the Emirates, home to one of the world’s largest and most fascinating artificial ski resorts.

What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to Burj Khalifa’s 124th floor observation deck
- Multi-language audio guide and licensed English-speaking guide
- Tickets included for Abra water taxi and Mono Rail ride
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to Burj Khalifa’s 124th floor observation deck
- Multi-language audio guide and licensed English-speaking guide
- Tickets included for Abra water taxi and Mono Rail ride
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- CANCELLATION: Cancel Free of charge Up-to 72 hours from date of service local time, after that full charge.
- CHILDREN POLICY : Discount 30% between 3 to 7 years
- DURATION : approximately 9 hours
- Important info:**The stop at the Jumairah Mosque does not include a guided entrance of the Mosque , but should guests want to enter , the Mosque is only…
- CANCELLATION: Cancel Free of charge Up-to 72 hours from date of service local time, after that full charge.
- CHILDREN POLICY : Discount 30% between 3 to 7 years
- DURATION : approximately 9 hours
- Important info:The stop at the Jumairah Mosque does not include a guided entrance of the Mosque , but should guests want to enter , the Mosque is only open on Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays and & Thursdays from 08h45 till 09h45 AM only. On Mondays & Wednesdays from 09h00 to 10h00 AM and from 10h15 to 11h15 AM.The mosque is closed on Fridays.Ladies visiting the Mosque are required to cover their head with scarf and do not wear shorts, beachwear or sleeveless outfits as they are to be fully covered.Men visiting the Mosque should wear long trousers. Our tour operates every day including Friday .
- LANGUAGES: Live Guide in English and, Audio guiding in SPANISH, FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN ,PORTUGUESE, ENGLISH, CHINESE, JAPANESE, RUSSIAN & KOREAN
- TOUR DEPARTURE TIME: Tour Starts @ 09:00hrs.
Location
Jumeirah Public Beach
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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T9637vmgraced
Feb 17, 2026
Shakeel Good j9b!!! - Shakeel was excellent! Very clear in his instructions. Excellent customer service. He was very engaging with everyone.
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Amandari4236gd
Feb 14, 2026
Fantastic Day Exploring Dubai with an Excellent Guide! - I recently booked the "Dubai Panorama: Full day with Burj Khalifa" tour and had an absolutely wonderful time. The itinerary is packed with highlights—from the cultural atmosphere of the Spice Souk and the Abra ride to the breathtaking views at the top of the Burj Khalifa.
A special mention must go to our guide, Rahim. He was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing interesting facts at every stop, but more importantly, he was polite, friendly, and helpful throughout the entire day. He really went out of his way to ensure everyone in the group was comfortable and enjoying themselves.
If you’re looking to see the best of Dubai in one day, I highly recommend this tour, and if you get Rahim as your guide, you’re in great hands!
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Swaham2022
Feb 12, 2026
Great experience with Rizwan - Rizwan was a very helpful and friendly guide. He took great care to make me and another lady (who were the only ones on this trip) very comfortable. Was very patient and took pictures for me which is something I really appreciate. He showed us all the main attractions and gave us ample time to see them Overall had a great experience with him as the tour guide.
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Suzanne_b
Feb 9, 2026
Excellent tour! - Shakeel, our tour guide was just wonderful! He had a great personality and shared lots of valuable information. He was also an excellent driver, navigating the traffic of Dubai. Highly recommended him!
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Mark_e
Feb 7, 2026
Gorgeous Tour of Dubai! - This tour offers an extensive view of Dubai, with all of its gorgeous architecture! Visiting the iconic Jumeirah Beach & Dubai Marina were among the highlights.
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638hazelb
Feb 6, 2026
A full day in Dubai - Rizwan guide and mahir driver made our tour really enjoyable. We enjoyed the audio guide which gave us lots of information and Rizwans local knowledge ensured we made the most of the trip. Rizwan ensured the stops were all the appropriate length and he was very helpful ensuring i got out of the van safely as i have limited mobility. The driver was always ready to meet us and they both ensured we had an enjoyable trip. I would definitely rwccomend this tour.
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Peter_h
Feb 26, 2026
In the whole OK - It was a long day and very exhausting
Sales events were negative
The Guid was very nice and helpful
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Leah_k
Feb 22, 2026
Need more time at Burj Khalifa - The tour was well organized and hit all the major sites, except for the tour of the top of the Burj Kahlifa. First, it is not the top of the building but only the 124th floor, which is not the highest floor. Second, the tour stated that we would go to the observation deck and then have time for lunch and shopping; by the time we waited over an hour to get to the top and see the views, when we came down there was no time left. This was poorly planned and the wait time should have been factored in when discussing the meeting time and place afterward. When I raised the issue with the guide, he advised me that the tickets were premium and that we hadn't waited as long as other tickets would make us wait. He suggested that we run and get take out, which is unacceptable as there are no washrooms on the bus and the tickets had expressly stated there would be time in the mall to see the fountains and get a bite to eat and/or souvenirs. After significant persuasion we were granted an additional half hour to the original plan. I think it was so that the driver didn't have to drive in rush hour traffic. Of note, one of the stops on the tour was to a carpet store, which took half an hour to 45 minutes; this could have been deleted from the itinerary as the products were extremely pricey and took away from the sightseeing time. The bus was comfortable, the driving was professional and the photo op times at various sites was adequate.
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David_s
Feb 10, 2026
Full day dubai - Lots of travel time. Our guide was enjoyable. Fortunately it was a small group so flexible. Please remove the stop at the rug sales shop
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Sherpa40099563230
Feb 12, 2026
Avoid Grayline – Complete Waste of Money - Here is a bigger and more aggressive version:
Absolutely terrible experience with Grayline. This was not a real tour — it was a commission-based shopping trap. At almost every single stop, it was obvious that the company was more focused on earning commission than giving guests a proper sightseeing experience. We were taken to specific shops and pressured to look around and buy things, wasting valuable time that should have been spent exploring and learning.
The guide barely focused on providing useful information and instead kept directing us toward places where they clearly benefit financially. It felt dishonest and unprofessional. When you book a tour, you expect quality service, good information, and a well-planned itinerary — not constant hidden sales tactics.
I feel completely disappointed and misled. This company cares more about profit than customer satisfaction. I strongly do NOT recommend Grayline to anyone. If you want a genuine tour experience, stay away and choose another company.
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