Private Sightseeing Tours in United Arab Emirates

See the sunrise over Dubai on a private tour. Enjoy the quiet beauty of the rising sun as it starts the day over the skyscrapers and shorelines of Dubai. Your driver will bring you from your hotel to watch the sun climb over the horizon. Take a spin down the Sheikh Zayed Road and grab a coffee or tea from a hip BoxPark caf e before heading back to your hotel.

Delve into Dubai's cultural, culinary and architectural secrets on this private 5.5-hour afternoon and evening walking tour. With an informative local guide, visit a beautiful, 19th-century pearl merchant's house and learn about early education in the emirate at the Al Ahmadia School museum. Then, explore the narrow lanes of the charming Al Bastakiya district, seeing its wind towers and courtyards. Be introduced to the basics of the Islamic religion at a mosque courtyard, and finish with a sumptuous Arabian dinner in the enchanting setting of a stylishly restored Bastakiya house.

Experience the UAE of olden times on this private day trip to the country's scenic east coast from Dubai. With a private guide, drive through the desert and Hajar Mountains to this gorgeous chunk of coast, dotted with old-time villages, forts and idyllic beaches. Stroll along the waterfronts of the fishing towns of Dibba and Khor Fakkan; visit the old stone-and-mud Al Badiyah Mosque; admire picture-perfect Fujairah Fort, and stop to swim or sunbathe at a beautiful beach. Finish with a visit to colorful Masafi Market before returning to Dubai.

Discover the highlights of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, on this chauffeured private tour from Dubai. Enter inside Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - an icon of modern Islamic architecture - and explore cutting-edge Yas, an artificial island. Tours also include a glimpse into the city's bygone rural traditions with a stop at Abu Dhabi Heritage Village.

Discover the must-see sights of Sharjah, the neighboring emirate to Dubai, on this 4.5-hour private tour. With your own private guide beside you, leave Dubai by air-conditioned minivan, and delve into the intriguing city of Sharjah, with its quaint Old Town of souks, museums and heritage attractions. Admire the gleaming King Faisal Mosque; visit the restored, 17th-century Sharjah Fort and fascinating Sharjah Heritage Museum; and delve into the colorful stalls of Al Arsah Souk and Al Markazi Souk as your guide sheds light on Sharjah's history and rich cultural heritage.

Get a taste of the celebrity lifestyle on a private, luxury yacht experience from Dubai. Select a 2- or 3-hour cruise on a gleaming 55-foot (16.8-meter) vessel or a 3-hour trip on a stunning 70-foot (21-meter) yacht. Then, simply relax on deck with an expert skipper at the helm. Polish your tan, admire landmarks including The Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al-Arab from the water, and enjoy included snacks and sodas, plus any food and drink you bring aboard. Perfect for a family or friends' celebration or romantic occasion.

Don't spend your Dubai layover sitting around the terminal. Embark on a private sightseeing tour of the emirate instead. Explore Dubai in an air-conditioned vehicle with a personal guide, taking in heritage landmarks like the Bastakiya Historic District and the dazzling display of towering structures - such as Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest artificial structure - and visiting souks selling everything from spices to gemstones. Peruse the Dubai Museum, board a traditional 'abra' for a ride across Dubai Creek and simply marvel at the jaw-dropping (and ever-growing) skyline. This tour includes round-trip airport transfer.

Experience the wildlife and beauty of the desert by night on this 5-hour private experience from Dubai. As dusk falls, board a private vintage Land Rover for a wildlife-spotting drive around the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. With a private driver, roam the dunes and use the night-vision binoculars and headlights to spot nocturnal animals foraging in the darkness. Then, relax at a royal desert retreat with a delicious 2-course dinner and stargazing session with an astronomer guide. In summer, upgrade to enjoy your wildlife drive in a plush Range Rover.