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Al Ain City Sightseeing Tour with Lunch from Dubai

FromAED 204
8 hours
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About this activity

Discover Al Ain's rich heritage and culture on this full-day tour from Dubai, including visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites, historic forts, and vibrant markets, with a traditional lunch included.

Highlights

  • Visit Al Ain Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Explore the historic Jahili Fort
  • Experience the vibrant Al Ain Camel Market
  • Discover the rich heritage at Al Ain National Museum
  • Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant

Full description

Embark on a captivating journey from Dubai to Al Ain, known as the 'Garden City' for its lush greenery and rich cultural heritage. Your adventure begins with a visit to the Al Ain Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you'll wander through expansive palm groves and learn about traditional falaj irrigation systems. Next, explore the historic Jahili Fort, a 19th-century fortress that once protected the region's date palm plantations. Experience the vibrant Al Ain Camel Market, where you can observe and interact with these majestic animals, a testament to the city's deep-rooted Bedouin traditions. Delve into the rich heritage at the Al Ain National Museum, showcasing artifacts that narrate the story of the region's past. Throughout the day, enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, savoring authentic Emirati cuisine. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and local flavors, providing an unforgettable experience of Al Ain's unique charm.

Included / Excluded

  • Air-conditioned private vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

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After pickup from your central Dubai hotel, settle into your air-conditioned car. Then, sit back and absorb the desert views as you head to Al Ain. Dubbed the Garden City for its green parks, this attractive city is fringed by the Hajar Mountains near the Oman border.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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On arrival the first visit is to Qasr Al Muwaiji, birthplace of HH late Sheikh Khalifa, former UAE President. Visit the award-winning Al Jahili Fort next to view a permanent exhibition dedicated to the intrepid British explorer Sir Wilfred Thesiger, who crossed Rub al-Khali, The Empty Quarter twice in the 1940s.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Next, stretch your legs around Al Ain oasis to see the simple-but-ingenious falaj channels. Snaking overground between the palms, take a closer look at the channels and learn they have been used to irrigate local plantations for thousands for years.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Before stopping at the region’s largest camel market stop for a delicious lunch at a 4 star hotel Later a final stop is made at the foot of Jebel Hafeet Mountain for a closer look at the popular hot springs before a pleasant drive back.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Infant seats are available upon request for children up to 5 years old.
  • The tour duration includes pick-up and drop-off times and may vary depending on traffic conditions.

Know before you go

  • Dress in lightweight, comfortable clothing suitable for warm weather.
  • Bring a hat and sunglasses to protect against the sun.
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • Pickup will be in a Suitable vehicle on sharing basis from different hotels.
  • Children below 5 years old must be seated in a child seat while traveling in any kind of vehicle in UAE. If you have a child below 5 years joining the tour, please mention in the remarks.
  • 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.
  • If any given tourist sites are closed an alternate attraction in case of the venue's closure
  • 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.

Traveler reviews

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Very good experience

Very good experience, good value for money. Muhammad is very nice, helpful, knowledgeable. Al Ain is very beautiful ,really something special. I recommend it. Wirklich gut und schön. Gute Preis-Leistung. Ich empfehle es.

90tatjanadMay 6, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Great experience

Anees, our tour guide, was the best! He made this day trip an exceptional experience. He was kind, thoughtful, and very knowledgeable. We learned so much from him about history, culture, etc. When we booked, we did not know this was a private tour, which was a nice bonus. We enjoyed all of your stops and had a nice lunch. We would highly recommend especially with Anees as your guide

catherinesE6633KZFeb 18, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Al Ain Garden Tour

Very nice trip. Anees is a very pleasant and educated tour guide. The day was absolutely successful with lunch included.

I8481QJxxFeb 8, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Discovering Al Ain

Great experience, was a positively impressed by Al Ain beauty and its history.Thanks to our kind guide Anees for the trip.

421robertozNov 24, 2024TRIPADVISOR

A nice day in Al Ain

It was a very nice day in Al Ain. Our guide Anees drove us well and informed us very well. It was great to get to know another side of the Emirates and time and again there was interesting information about the culture and history of the Arab countries and people. Thanks again for the great experience!

U738OYguidorNov 6, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Pickup will be in a Suitable vehicle on sharing basis from different hotels. Children below 5 years old must be seated in a child seat while traveling in any kind of vehicle in UAE. If you have a child below 5 years joining the tour, please mention in the remarks. 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. If any given tourist sites are closed an alternate attraction in case of the venue's closure 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.
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