Experience hosted by Ali Abbas , Tamour Ali & other locals
Private Tour
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Make your trip even more memorable by exploring beyond Dubai! On this private day trip to Al Ain, your local host will take care of everything, offering you a seamless journey. Discover the unique charm of Al Ain, with its rich history and culture, and return to Dubai the same day with unforgettable experiences to share!
Destination
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Category
Day Trips
Duration
8 hours
Transport mode
Car
Available languages
English, Hindi
Included
Private Guide
Transport by Car
Camel Dairy Ice Cream
All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral.
Excluded
Entrance to other Attracions than mentioned
Meals
Please note that the Al Ain Dairy Farm is closed on Fridays
6 reasons to book this tour
Discover other cities outside Dubai
Explore Al Ain with a local
Check out Al Ain Oasis & Al Ain Camel Dairy Farm
Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
Get to see a different side of United Arab Emirates
Connect with a local & discover their country
What you can expect
Done with Dubai? There’s a whole new world waiting to be explored beyond the city's skyline! Escape the hustle and bustle with your knowledgeable local host on an unforgettable private day trip to Al Ain, the “Garden City” of the UAE. This cultural gem offers a perfect blend of history, tradition, and stunning landscapes that will give you a deeper understanding of the United Arab Emirates.
In Al Ain, you'll uncover the unique charm of a city rich in heritage. Wander through the serene Al Ain Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where the ancient falaj irrigation system still sustains the lush greenery. Visit the fascinating Al Jahili Fort, a historic landmark that showcases the region's cultural roots. And for a taste of something truly special, head to the Al Ain Camel Dairy Farm, where you’ll not only learn about camel farming but also indulge in a delightful camel milk ice cream—an authentic treat you won’t find anywhere else!
Throughout your journey, your local host will share captivating stories and insights into the contrasts between Dubai and Al Ain. Discover how traditions and lifestyles differ across cities, adding layers to your understanding of this diverse country. Your guide’s passion for UAE culture and their storytelling skills will make this experience both enriching and memorable.
Want to make the trip uniquely yours? Your host is happy to tailor the itinerary to your preferences, ensuring that every moment of your day feels personal and special.
Step beyond Dubai and explore the cultural treasures of Al Ain—where history, tradition, and modernity blend into a journey you’ll never forget!
Choose your local
Get to know these 8 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
Ali Abbas
The Culture Pathfinder
4.939 reviews
English・Hindi
Tamour Ali
The Travel Companion
5.021 reviews
English・Hindi
Suqlain A
The Passionate Explorer
4.8174 reviews
English
Ikram
Pathfinder of Hidden Wonders
5.027 reviews
English
Jose Gomez & Sandy Nat
Travel / food specialists
4.9633 reviews
English
Mansoor Ali
The Tour Adventurer + Food Expert
5.020 reviews
English・Hindi
Fawad
Tour guide
5.010 reviews
English・Hindi
Ali
Experience Curator
5.012 reviews
English・Hindi
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
Meeting point
Meet at - Dubai to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
More about United Arab Emirates
Give yourself the time to not only visit Dubai by also visiting Al Ain. United Arab Emirates is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to Al Ain
Gems of Al Ain
Check out Al Ain Oasis, Al Ain Camel Dairy Farm, Al Jahili Fort , and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Al Ain with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows about
Cultural Contrasts
Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Al Ain, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Dubai. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each other
Local Knowledge
To experience the best of Al Ain, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Peter
(About local )
15 February 2025
Ikram met us on time and as planned, and took us on a fascinating tour as described. It was a great mixture of national and local history, and an introduction to his own life and the souks. Thank you for your time Ikram!Excellent
Janani
(About local )
14 February 2025
Ina
(About local )
9 February 2025
We really enjoyed the tour! Fawad was a great tour guide
- he told us interesting facts about the individual buildings
during the trip. The visit to the mosque was very exciting
and everything went smoothly! Highly recommended :)We really enjoyed the tour , fawad was great tour guide
Herman🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
8 February 2025
Het was top!
Natascha🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
6 February 2025
Ali is a great guide. He came prepared and had a water bottle for each of us. He knows a lot about Dubais history and could answer all our questions. He also gave us food and sightseeing recs which was very appreciated. I would recommend him and even book him again. Ali is very knowledgeable
Riley
(About local )
4 February 2025
We had the best experience with Sandy and Jose!!!!!!! Sandy was so knowledgeable and made everything run so smoothly with our layover! They went above and beyond for us and were up for anything ! We wanted dinner last minute and to see a specific building last minute and adjusted the schedule easily !
Thanks for the best time !! We highly recommend this tour !!! Anazing experience !
Menachem🇮🇱 Israel
(About local )
2 February 2025
Tamour giuded us on a 4 day trip to abu dabi and dubai.
He worked hard to plan well ahead together with us.
He purchased the tikets to all attractions without fail.
During the trip he was personally nice
and easy to get along with.
He was punctual at all times
Delivered on every promise while being very knowledgble.
We feel he made our trip an excellent experience
TKS TAMOUR
Very good experince
Oliver
(About local )
31 January 2025
Abu Dhabi top, guide Fawad was top... Very helpful and
good photographer. It's worth 5 stars but I only put 4
because the stops at Ferrari world and the Louvre were
really not useful
Abudhbai top , guide fawad was top
Dhanashree
(About local )
30 January 2025
My husband and I had a lovely experience with Sandy. We had great food and soo much food we were stuffed. My husband is vegetarian and his dietary needs were met at all spots. Sandy was very knowledgeable about the culture and history of Dubai which made the tour very interesting. I would highly recommend making this a part of your Duabi trip. Amazing Adventure
Lila
(About local )
28 January 2025
I had an awesome time exploring Dubai's old
quarter with Ikram as my guide!
He's seriously passionate about what he does
-you can feel it in every story he tells and
every spot he points out. His explanations
really brought the history and culture tolife.
Plus, he's super chill and goes with the flow,
making sure everyone's having a great time,
Thanks to Ikram, I'm already planning my next
visit to explore even more. Big shoutout to him
for making the tour unforgettable! I highly,
highly recommend his tours to anyone looking
for an amazing Dubai experience!Go ahead with your eyes closed !
Mohammad
(About local )
21 January 2025
Fawad was an excellent tour guide
Thank you to Fawad for being an excellent tour guide on our trip to Sharjah. Fawad was very kind, patient and helpful. He explained and told us about Sharjah's history and heritage which was super interesting. We visited the Cultural Square / Quran Roundabout, Sharjah museum of Islamic Civilisation, Bait Al Naboodah, King Faisal Masjid, Blue Souk and Souk Al Jubail- all of which were really nice to visit.Fawad was an excellent tour guide
Sheila
(About local )
17 January 2025
This was such an interesting and informative
tour. Ikram answered all sorts of questions
in addition to his clear explanations, to help
us understand dubai and its history. It was
relaxed and enjoyable. He gave us tips on all
sorts of products and we did not get hassled
walking with him. Crossing on the abra Was
fun, and then we learnt about spices. I had
hoped walking with a local would give us
some insights. It did!We would absolutely recommend ikram's tour
REYES
(About local )
13 January 2025
Everything was great, we had Fawad Faisal as our guide
who gave us all the necessary details for our visit, the time
to take pictures was perfect and he was very attentive to
our group, I recommend him!Everything was great , we had fawad faisal as our guide
Ivy
(About local )
8 January 2025
Fawad is very knowledgeable, down to earth , friendly and easy to talk to. He understand all customer's concern and attend to their need as soon as they need. Would definitely recommend others to hire him as the local guide if ever come to Dubai.Fawad is very knowledgeable
Maciej
(About local )
8 January 2025
Smooth ride on all the top places, tour guide
will answee all your questions (shout out to
Ikram). Overall great experience,Excelent tour
Lindy
(About local )
7 January 2025
I booked this tour because 1 had a long wait
between landing and hotel check-in and
it was the best decision ever! It was such a
great way to see parts of the city and the
tour guide lkram was so knowledgeable and
accomodating. He really knows his stuff
and was even willing to drop us off where
we needed to be which saved us so much
time. I was also able to ask him anything and
he provided great tips for my stay in Dubai.
Would highly recommend!Dubai tour
Linda
(About local )
4 January 2025
We did the streetfood tour with Sandy and a had a great time. The communication was good and Sandy gave us good explanation about the meeting point, as well as the traffic at this time. The range of food was excellent and we visited restaurants, which we would never had found on our own as tourists. Sandy is a great tour guide and we got special prices at the spice market as the sellers know him. He made our trip to Dubai very special as we love to experiance local food on our vacations.
I would highly recommend this tour with him!
Thank you very much for everything!! Wonderful food tour
Elma🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 December 2024
We had a wonderful tour with Sandy! He was very accommodating to our requests. We went to see the Mosque in Abu Dhabi and some sights in Dubai including the miracle garden. He was very knowledgeable and engaging, we really enjoyed our tour and would book again!Great tour of Abu Dhabi & Dubai
Udani
(About local )
25 December 2024
lkram was an amazing guide and Rehan WaS a
very efficient driver. Got to see all the best of
Dubai while staying cool. Highly recommend
their serviceBest experience 10/10 would recommend
Joshua
(About local )
24 December 2024
Great guide Mansoor Ali showed us across all the places, very informative and very detailed. Highly recommend for anyone looking to see the intricacies and delicacies of the city away from the main tourist spots.Dubai Food Tour with Mansoor Ali
GrandTour56482710513
(About local )
21 December 2024
Ikraam was a fantastic host. We had a 9 hour
layover in Dubai flying back to New Zealand
and found this tour on his website. I was with
my four kids (14-20) and Ikraam picked us up
at 2:30am (! and he was wide awake and full
of energy! We toured around Dubai together
to old parts, new parts and him and his driver
were fantastic hosts. He told us many stories
about the history of Dubai and he is a very
passionate and fantastic story teller. He
showed us many videos of what life is like in
Dubai while we were driving. We saw so many
incredible landmarks and fell in love with all
the amazing sites in Dubai. A perfect length of
time and break before the 17 hour flight home.
Thank you ikraam for a fantastic experience!Fantastic Dubai tour!
Olga
(About local )
20 December 2024
The trip to Abu Dhabi was the best thing in Dubai.
Faisal, our guide gave us an insight info the mosque.
The mosque is beauriful and its definitely Worth seeing.Fawad Faisal was an excellent tour guide
M.de
(About local )
20 December 2024
The tour with Ikram was amazing. He is very
knowledgeable. A nice man who likes to
answer all your questions. Ask for Ikram and
go with Ikram. You won't regret it.Best tourguide in Dubai
Xta
(About local )
16 December 2024
1. Knowledgeable and Enthusiastic "Our guide was amazing! He knew so much about each landmark, sharing fascinating stories and history that brought everything to life. His passion for the area was contagious, and we learned so much. Highly recommend for anyone who loves history and culture!"
2. Friendly and Personable "We couldn’t have asked for a better guide! From the moment we met, he was friendly, welcoming, and made us feel like family. He took the time to get to know us and tailored parts of the tour to our interests. It was a fantastic experience!"
3. Went Above and Beyond "The best tour guide we’ve ever had! He went out of his way to ensure we had a memorable experience, even recommending hidden spots and the best places for photos. His extra effort made the tour unforgettable."
4. Professional and Adaptable "Our guide was very professional and adapted to our group’s needs perfectly. When one of us needed a break, they adjusted the pace without missing a beat. We really appreciated his flexibility and attention to detail!"
5. Knowledgeable and Organized "Our tour guide was outstandingly organized. He kept the tour flowing smoothly, balancing time at each location perfectly and sharing insightful information that we wouldn’t have known otherwise. We felt we were in great hands the entire time."
6. Created a Lasting Memory "Our guide truly made this trip unforgettable.His warmth, expertise, and attention to detail left us with memories we’ll cherish forever. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!"Best Tour Guide Ever – A Truly Unforgettable Experience!"
Komalpreet
(About local )
12 December 2024
Overall worth of money you paid, my guide fawad Faisal was very kind and respectful, he answered all my questions about places, thank youOverall worth of money you paid ,
Marieclaude
(About local )
12 December 2024
This tour was a very convenient Visit for 3 adults with a baby Our guide mansoor was very kind and knowledgable. Very good Time.Sunday Morning In old dubai
NigeandAli
(About local )
10 December 2024
Ali is a great guide, very friendly and knowledgeable. We visited a lot of very different places that we
probably wouldn't have done if we were solo. We tasted 14 different things not just the 10 advertised. It's
certainly a very filling trip and not solely based around food.
Well worth it.
Make sure you are hungry when you go you will be full at the end without doubt.A filling tour
NPKing
(About local )
9 December 2024
Tamour was an exceptional guide, so knowledgeable of the culture, history and surroundings. We got to see all the quick spots and highlights and had a great time. My favorite part was that Tamour knew all the good spots for getting the best photos. We unfortunately only had 4 hours to spend in this city but we did get a good understanding of its history and flavors. Many thanks to my wife for booking this!Layover jaunt through Dubai
Sharon
(About local )
9 December 2024
Mansoor was a wonderful host and guide. He took us to several excellent food places and we tried many delicious things. He is charming and very kind. He told us a lot about the culture and history and it was very informative. We had a delightful time.
I would recommend this tour. Bring an appetiteExcellent evening
Goretti
(About local )
8 December 2024
Really enjoyed our time with Ikram! He was
very knowledgeable and accommodating. He
was also very honest and had the hookups we
needed! Thank you for the last minute tour!Must do!!
Andry
(About local )
6 December 2024
We had the best time! lkram and Adnan were
very pleasant. We had the best sightseeing!
Enjoyed to the maximum Thank you guys!Tour by night beautiful!!
Neil
(About local )
5 December 2024
lkram is an excellent tour guide and very
cooperative and accommodating, two
thumbs up, i recommnded this tour to those
having a long layover at dubaiCity tour at dubai 3 hours
Farah
(About local )
1 December 2024
What a fun and memorable experience exploring the sights and tastes of Bur Dubai! Our guide was knowledgable, friendly and helpful! We loved the pani puri, chai and falafel wraps the most! Our kids (age 13 and 10) enjoyed the experience too! We would highly recommend it!Family friendly and delicious!
Jonathan
(About local )
1 December 2024
Brian
(About local )
30 November 2024
Tamour was professional, prompt, and knowledgeable. I enjoyed the tour. Easy pickup from the airport. Saw a lot of sights in 3 hours.Good tour!
Dominique
(About local )
29 November 2024
Fawad was our guide and he was amazing! He was VERY knowledgeable about the city its history and the mosque and its significance. He explained everything very well and ensured we remained hydrated and not too hot throughout the day even in the scorching sun.
He took amazing pictures for us and pointed out great photo areas! This tour was the highlight of my trip here in DubaiFawad was our guide and he was amazing
Ana
(About local )
28 November 2024
Ikram made .our trip complet.
We learned a lot About Dubai and it's history.
An experience I Will never forget. I recomendOld Dubai by the eyes of lkram
lwona
(About local )
28 November 2024
Great experience and perfect timing! We had
a chance to see lights show at Burj Khalifa
and fountains show. We recommend to do
this tour at the evening, when it is dark to
experience city of lights! Our tour guide was
lkram and he is a nice guy With a good sense
of humor :City lights
Simon
(About local )
26 November 2024
Great tour! Ali knows his stuff. If you are doing the evening layover tour, i would recommend staying for at least 2 light-shows at the fountain, as the rest of the tour involves a lot of driving. Ali is freindly, loves his country, and is eager to share stories. I might also reccomend having him take you to a local spot to a typical dish. Great job Ali, thanks for sharing your country with me.Great tour!
Angga
(About local )
23 November 2024
The 8-hour tour led by lkram was absolutely
amazing! We got a great sense of what
Dubai city is all about. We visited almost all
the major tourist spots and captured some
wonderful photos along the way.Amazing tour by lkhram
Matt
(About local )
22 November 2024
Fantastic tour! Ali is super knowledgable and friendly.Fantastic Tour
Kelly
(About local )
22 November 2024
Really great tour for a few short hours in
Dubai! Our tour guide Ikram was realy
knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely
recommend for a short time in Dubai!Great few hours in Dubai
Anna
(About local )
20 November 2024
If you have a long layover in Dubai , I recommend this tour of the city. Its’s very informative and Mansoor is friendly, cheerful and helpful. He took us to both the old and the new part of the city, showing us the best places to take pictures and all the viewpoints. The tour is in an aiconditioned van which is essential in the heat and we made several stops. He is punctual and reliable. We enjoyed our morning in Dubai!Great quick visit to Dubai
Jameela
(About local )
20 November 2024
Great accommodations and host! My flight didn't match the original time of booking but Ali ensured I still got the same time allotted for my experience, if not more. I really really wanted to buy gold but it was almost 11PM, Ali still ensured he got me to the Gold Souk in time! Anything I wanted to see Ali ensured it happened! Very very satisfied with this experience.Great accommodations and host!
Aj
(About local )
19 November 2024
Very knowledgable and very helpful tour guide as he know the history of the place specially abu dhabi . We learned a lot from him. THANK YOU TEMUR.TEMUR IS THE BEST
Ana
(About local )
19 November 2024
My mother, sister and 1 really enjoyed the tour.
I callenged lkram withreally good questions
we had so much and he made feel warmly
welcome in Dubai. A walk tour trough Dubai is
a must-do. And we highly recommend lkram as
your local.Thanks Ikram I will be back in Dubai
and will on of your other tourse AAmazing experience .Recomend!
Sadiki
(About local )
19 November 2024
So... we all know or have heard of that one person whom everyone knows and has respect for. They're the type of person who'll lead you down random alleys and show you the finest lunch or dessert destinations. They know the owner usually and said owner probably owes them a favor, so you're treated like royalty. Ali is THAT GUY here in Dubai. Anything we needed to know or wanted to try, Ali knew the places everyone else would go and the places only locals would go, which is exactly where he took us. We learned so much from Ali in a short amount of time: history of the city, the vast culture of the land and its people, modern-day politics, and of course, the art of the bargain. Anyone looking to get a true view of Dubai and the people who live there. This is the tour for you.To get to to know Dubai , you must spend time with those who know Dubai
Unknown
(About local )
18 November 2024
Our tour guide is prompt, very helpful, knows a lot of history and trivias about the places we go and takes good photos. Highly recommended!Highly recommended! 5stars!
hedgefamily
(About local )
18 November 2024
Fantastic walking tour with Mansoor, who was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Lots of interesting stops and a great way to see sights that you wouldn’t see on the usual tourist trail. Very highly recommended.Fantastic walking tour
Erika
(About local )
17 November 2024
Mansoor was very knowledgable and polite. Was a very informative day and I will definitely recommend this tour. What a beautiful city .. we’ve seen mosr of the attractions.Very informative tour
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