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The 15 Best Day Trips in the Middle East

340 tours  ·  from $8 a head

Anything with a driver, a 4x4 or a hull attached, gathered in one place. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option - Starting at Dubai Marina and Bluewaters Island
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Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

1.Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21,528 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $15Our pick

Cruise Dubai Marina, Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab aboard a shared yacht with an English guide. Choose a morning breakfast sailing or a longer BBQ cruise, enjoy indoor air-conditioning and an open upper deck, and arrive early for lounge access and free WiFi.

“We had the best time on this Luxury Yacht. The crew were so friendly. Offered to take pictures of me and my partner with beautiful scenes. We left a tip as they were so kind and friendly. They also told us some information about the buildings and the sky divers! So fun. Would defo recommend!”

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Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option - Dubai Marina and JBR from the water
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Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

2.The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,665 reviews · from $19

Cruise from Dubai Harbour on a shared luxury yacht past Dubai Marina, Bluewaters Island, Palm Jumeirah, JBR, and Burj Al Arab. Choose a one-hour marina ride or a two or three-hour route with BBQ food, soft drinks, music, Wi-Fi, and a GPS-activated virtual guide. Evening sailings add Dubai’s illuminated skyline.

“Mubarak and the captain looked after us really well! Kept us entertained, food and view were great!”

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Dubai: Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab Speedboat Tour - Starting at Dubai Marina
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Dubai: Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab Speedboat Tour

3.Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11,595 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $25

Ride from Dubai Marina to Jumeirah Beach in a fast, open-air speedboat with an English-speaking guide, photo stops, bottled water, and life jackets. You will pass Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. Expect calm sightseeing in the marina, fast open-water runs, wind, spray, and some bumps.

“We had an amazing time on the speed boat excursion in Dubai Marina! Although we arrived late for our original booking, the staff were incredibly accommodating and quickly arranged for us to join the next available slot with no fuss at all. The whole team was professional, friendly, and made us feel welcome from the start. The views of the Marina, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab were stunning from the water. Highly recommend this experience – smooth, exciting, and really well run!”

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Dubai: Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour - Al Seef begins beside the Creek
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Dubai: Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour

4.Old Town, Creek, Museums, Souks, & Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,816 reviews · 2.5 - 4 hours · from $18

Walk through Al Seef, Al Fahidi, Bastakiya, and Bur Dubai with a local guide such as Hamza, Seef, or Ramadan. Taste Arabic coffee, dates, juice, shawarma, and falafel on selected options, then cross Dubai Creek by abra and visit the Spice and Gold Souks. Expect steady walking, cultural stories, shopping tips, and several rest stops.

“Had a great tour of the old town with Hamza! He was an excellent guide who brought lots of energy, enthusiasm, and humour. Would recommend to anyone visiting the city. I got much more out of our visit to the old town thanks to him.”

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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride - Al Khayma Heritage House: coffee before the lanes
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Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

5.Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7,170 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $9Best value

Walk Al Fahidi with a live guide, visit Al Khayma Heritage House for Arabic coffee and dates, sample extra street food with the Premium option, then cross Dubai Creek by abra to the Spice and Gold Souks. Guides such as Ahmed, Khan, Zee, and Hossam are praised for clear cultural stories and practical souk advice.

“Our guide was fabulous and explained everything with detail. Excellent all around morning tour around the old town.”

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Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ - Boarding a shared yacht
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Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

6.Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,126 reviews · from $25Top rated

Join a shared yacht cruise from Dubai Marina for wide views of Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. Choose a one-hour sightseeing trip or a two to three-hour morning, sunset, or evening sailing with breakfast or BBQ food. Bring photo-ready clothes, valid ID, and arrive 30 minutes early.

“It was really a great experience. Viator is amazing app to explore and book experiences. Everything was smooth and received all details from app Thanks”

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Dubai: City Sightseeing HOHO Bus Tour + Sunset & Night Tour - The red route through old Dubai
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Dubai: City Sightseeing HOHO Bus Tour + Sunset & Night Tour

7.City Sightseeing HOHO Bus Tour + Sunset & Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 6,442 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $54

Use a 24, 48, or 72-hour City Sightseeing pass to explore Dubai’s red historic route and blue Marina route. Hop off near souks, museums, beaches, malls, and the Palm, then join a two-hour sunset and night circuit. Audio commentary comes in 11 languages, and buses accept mobile or printed vouchers.

“Loved how comprehensive the tours were. The buses are not easy to find from the Dubai Mall metro or centre. Better signposting would help.”

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Dubai: Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour - Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach: a quick opening photo
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Dubai: Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

8.Frame Tickets, Creek, Souks & Blue Mosque Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,980 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $49

Spend five to six hours moving between Dubai’s famous sights and older neighborhoods in an air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Iqbal, Hossam, Jose, and Ibrahim are praised for clear history, humor, and help with photos. Choose the Frame ticket option for skyline views, or finish after the Frame photo stop.

“This trip was amazing, our guide, Zee showed us all the interesting places and taught us about this country and culture more than anyone can. Best tour guide in the world!”

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Doha: Safari, ATV, Camels, Sandboarding and Inland Sea Tour - From Doha to Sealine Beach
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Doha: Safari, ATV, Camels, Sandboarding and Inland Sea Tour

9.Safari, ATV, Camels, Sandboarding and Inland Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,291 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $32

Spend 4 to 5 hours south of Doha in an air-conditioned 4WD with an English-speaking guide. You will ride a camel, tackle the dunes, sandboard, and reach Khor al Adaid, where desert meets sea. Guides such as Asmat, Anwar, Noufal, Tahir, and Riyas are praised for safe driving, photography, and friendly Qatar stories. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Amazing experience with a fantastic guide, Asmet. He was very friendly and knowledgeable sharing lots of info about Doha. Sand buggies and desert sand safari were great fun, highly recommend this trip .”

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Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks - The route from Dubai Marina to Atlantis
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Dubai: Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

10.Luxury Sunset Yacht Tour with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,723 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $21

Set out from Dubai Harbour for a 1.5 to 2-hour sunset yacht cruise with a professional crew, music, soft drinks, water, and a veg or non-veg BBQ meal. The route passes Dubai Marina, JBR, Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai, and either Atlantis or Burj Al Arab. Hosts such as Chill and Brian help with photos.

“It was fantastic, and Chill was super kind she help us to make the pic too.”

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Dubai: Inside Burj Al Arab Guided Tour with Optional Extras - Starting at Jumeirah Beach Hotel
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Dubai: Inside Burj Al Arab Guided Tour with Optional Extras

11.Inside Burj Al Arab Guided Tour with Optional Extras

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,262 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $67

You’ll enter the Burj Al Arab with an English-speaking guide, ride by buggy from Jumeirah Beach Hotel, visit the 25th floor, see a Royal Suite, and learn how the sail-shaped hotel was built. Optional extras include a 24-karat gold cappuccino or a signature drink at UMA Sunset Lounge. Dress modestly and bring your passport or ID.

“Great day in the desert with Sadiq as guide. The quad bikes are a highlight but so is the meal and the show. Getting sideways on the sand dunes was also a lot for fun.”

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Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings - Dubai Creek and the lanes of Al Fahidi
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Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings

12.Dubai Aladdin Tour: Souks, Creek, Old Dubai and Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,755 reviews · from $21

Spend about three hours with a guide in Old Dubai, walking Al Seef, Al Fahidi, Dubai Museum, the Old Souk, Spice Souk, and Gold Souk. You will cross Dubai Creek by abra and sample drinks, dates, chocolate, spices, and street food. Guides such as Hamza and Seef are known for lively explanations and practical bargaining advice.

“Knowledgeable guide. Knew much about the area and about any of the other random questions we asked. Kept the tour flowing smoothly and adjusted timeline and stops based on the group.”

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Dubai Marina : 1.5-Hour Atlantis Sightseeing Speedboat Tour - Meeting behind Al Rahim Mosque
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Dubai Marina : 1.5-Hour Atlantis Sightseeing Speedboat Tour

13.Dubai Marina : 1.5-Hour Atlantis Sightseeing Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,747 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $23

Set out from behind Al Rahim Mosque for a 90-minute English-guided speedboat ride around Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. Your guide points out the sights, pauses for photos, and may add some lively turns on the way back. Water is included. Bring light clothing and leave large bags behind.

“It was a great boat tour. See the Palm from the see was great. I super recommend!”

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Dubai Old and Modern City Tour with Blue Mosque Visit - A quick look at the Museum of the Future
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Dubai Old and Modern City Tour with Blue Mosque Visit

14.Dubai Old and Modern City Tour with Blue Mosque Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,624 reviews · from $40

This 4 to 5-hour Dubai tour pairs modern photo stops with Old Dubai traditions. You’ll visit the Blue Mosque, ride an abra across Dubai Creek, explore the Gold and Spice Souks, and enjoy coffee, dates, and rugag bread at Al Khayma Heritage House. Guides such as Ibrahim, Iqbal, Zee, and Mostafa are noted for clear local insight.

“This half day tour of Dubai old and new town was a very nice tour. Our guide Ibrahim from Oceanair Travel did an excellent job with the 15 guests. We were driven around in a comfortable mini van and had no issues going from site to site. My only issue was the communicatioRead more”

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Dubai: Jet Ski Tour of Burj Al Arab with Photos - From Fisherman Harbor to Burj Al Arab
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Dubai: Jet Ski Tour of Burj Al Arab with Photos

15.Jet Ski Tour of Burj Al Arab with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,505 reviews

Ride a shared jet ski from Fisherman Harbor toward Burj Al Arab, then return with views of Dubai and Burj Khalifa. A guide leads the route, handles photos and videos, and helps first-timers feel comfortable. The $55 price covers one jet ski for up to two people, with no extra charge for sharing.

“Lovely! Had the best time and it was my first time. So attentive and enjoyed”

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