VIP City Tour Dubai
Built Around Your Group
See Burj Khalifa, Old Dubai, Palm Jumeirah and more on a sightseeing tour shaped around your group, not a fixed coach schedule. The full-day private tour runs 10 hours and costs AED 1,950. Choose your stops, send your date on WhatsApp and get a straight answer from the local team behind our desert safaris since 2018.
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A Dubai sightseeing tour that fits your group
A VIP city tour is a Dubai sightseeing tour arranged around you: your group, your pace and the places you actually want to see. Instead of a fixed coach route with a dozen strangers, you tell us your date and priorities, and the team confirms a route that works.
We are the local team behind our Dubai desert safaris, running tours out of Al Badayer since 2018. Many guests pair a city tour with an evening on the dunes, so you will find both options below.
Full day Dubai city tour: package and price
One private full-day tour, shaped around the places you choose from the list below.
Full Day Dubai City Tour – 10 Hours
Discover the highlights of Dubai on a private full-day city tour covering historic landmarks, iconic architecture, beaches, palaces and modern attractions.
- ✦Dubai Creek, Museum & Heritage areas
- ✦Jumeirah Mosque & Royal Palaces
- ✦Jumeirah Beach, Burj Al Arab & Atlantis photo stops
- ✦Dubai Marina & modern skyline
- ◆Private car and transportation throughout the 10-hour tour
- ◆Hotel or home pickup and drop-off included
- ◆Flexible sightseeing within the 10-hour duration
Pick your stops from the list below, then book. The team confirms the route, pickup and payment with you on WhatsApp.
Popular stops on a Dubai city tour
Choose the places that matter to you. We can combine them into one route or focus on a single area of the city.
Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall
The skyline icon and the neighbouring mall and fountain area, a first stop for most visitors and a good indoor option in summer.
Dubai Frame
A landmark viewpoint that frames old and new Dubai, popular for photos and city views.
Jumeirah Mosque
One of the city’s best-known mosques, set along the Jumeirah coast road. Dress modestly if your route includes it.
Burj Al Arab photo stop
A coastal photo stop for the sail-shaped hotel, usually combined with a drive along Jumeirah beach.
Palm Jumeirah
Views of the palm-shaped island and its waterfront, a natural pairing with a Marina and coastline route.
Old Dubai, Creek & souks
Historic neighbourhoods, the Creek and the traditional markets, for a slower, more local side of the city.
Not on the list? Send your must-see places on WhatsApp and we will build around them.
Sample Dubai city tour routes
Three starting points. With a 10-hour day you can combine them, and every route can be reshaped around your group before you confirm.
Skyline & landmarks
For first-time visitors who want the headline sights.
- Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall
- Dubai Frame
- Jumeirah coast & Burj Al Arab photo stop
Heritage & markets
For a slower, more cultural look at the city.
- Old Dubai neighbourhoods
- Dubai Creek
- Souks & Jumeirah Mosque
Waterfront views
For couples and photographers who like the sea and skyline.
- Palm Jumeirah views
- Dubai Marina
- Burj Al Arab photo stop
Why book your city tour direct
Built around your group
Families, couples and friends all want different things from a day in Dubai. You set the stops and pace, and we confirm what fits.
A local operator, not a marketplace
The person answering your message is the same team coordinating on the ground. Read more about VIP Desert Tour.
One message to book
Send your date, group size and wish list on WhatsApp. There is no automated checkout, so a real person reviews every booking.
City by day, desert by night
Most visitors have only a few days in Dubai. Pairing a city tour with a desert safari covers both sides of the emirate. Ask us to line up the timings.
VIP Evening Desert Safari
AED 110 per person
Sunset dune bashing, BBQ dinner and entertainment on the red dunes. The natural evening after a city tour.
See detailsVIP Private Desert Safari
AED 500 per SUV
Your own vehicle and pace, the same private feel as your city tour.
See detailsVIP Overnight Desert Safari
AED 250 per person
Stay at the camp and skip the late drive back after a full day in the city.
See detailsLuxury Desert Safari Dubai
AED 3,599 per car
Mercedes G Class pick-up and drop, Land Cruiser dune bashing, camel ride and falcon photography.
See detailsCompare every option in the desert safari Dubai guide or the full pricing guide. Want more adventure? Add a dune buggy, quad bike or camel ride.
End the day on the water: Dubai yacht cruises
After a day in the city, many guests finish with an evening cruise. Choose a cruise below and book it on its own or add it to your city tour.
5-Star Yacht Cruise – 7:00 PM Departure
Experience Dubai Marina from the water with a BBQ buffet dinner and live entertainment.
- ✦Bluewaters Island
- ✦Dubai Ain
- ✦Dubai Marina skyscrapers
- ✦Marina Canal
- ✦Pier 7
- ✦Marina Mall
- ✦Twisted Tower
- ✦Dubai Eye views
- ◆2-hour Dubai Marina yacht cruise, including boarding
- ◆Welcome drinks
- ◆Unlimited juices, soft drinks and water
- ◆BBQ buffet dinner
- ◆Vegetarian and non-vegetarian food options
- ◆Fully air-conditioned lower deck
- ◆Open-air upper deck
- ◆Tanoura dance
- ◆Puppet show
- ◆Background music in English, Arabic and Hindi
- ◆Smoking area on the upper deck
- ◆Separate men's and women's toilet facilities
5-Star Yacht Cruise – 9:00 PM Departure
Enjoy a magical nighttime Dubai Marina yacht cruise with BBQ buffet dinner and live entertainment.
- ✦Bluewaters Island
- ✦Dubai Ain
- ✦Dubai Marina skyscrapers
- ✦Marina Canal
- ✦Pier 7
- ✦Marina Mall
- ✦Twisted Tower
- ✦Dubai Eye views
- ◆2-hour Dubai Marina yacht cruise, including boarding
- ◆Welcome drinks
- ◆Unlimited juices, soft drinks and water
- ◆BBQ buffet dinner
- ◆Vegetarian and non-vegetarian food options
- ◆Fully air-conditioned lower deck
- ◆Open-air upper deck
- ◆Tanoura dance
- ◆Puppet show
- ◆Background music in English, Arabic and Hindi
- ◆Smoking area on the upper deck
- ◆Separate men's and women's toilet facilities
5-Star Glass Houseboat Yacht Cruise
Enjoy Dubai Canal from a stylish glass houseboat, offering a comfortable cruise experience with excellent views of Dubai's skyline and waterfront attractions.
- ✦Dubai Canal views
- ✦International buffet dinner with BBQ
- ✦Live entertainment shows
- ◆2-hour glass houseboat cruise including boarding
- ◆International buffet dinner
- ◆Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- ◆BBQ selection
- ◆Soft drinks and water
- ◆Free parking
- ◆Live puppet show
- ◆Horse show
- ◆Tanoura performance
- ◆Water fountain show at DFC, subject to availability
- ◆Water fountain and laser show, subject to availability
- ◆Music and entertainment
- ◆Opportunity to wear and dance in a Tanoura costume
Premium Yacht Cruise – 2025 Model
Upgrade your Dubai Canal experience with our Premium Yacht Cruise. Enjoy a stylish evening on the water with dinner, entertainment and panoramic views of Dubai.
- ✦2025 Model Yacht
- ✦Panoramic views of Dubai
- ✦Dinner and live entertainment
- ◆2-hour premium yacht cruise including boarding
- ◆International buffet dinner
- ◆Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- ◆BBQ selection
- ◆Soft drinks and water
- ◆Free parking
- ◆Live puppet show
- ◆Horse show
- ◆Tanoura performance
- ◆Water fountain show at DFC, subject to availability
- ◆Water fountain and laser show, subject to availability
- ◆Music and entertainment
- ◆Opportunity to wear and dance in a Tanoura costume
Private Yacht Charter Dubai
Enjoy Dubai's stunning coastline and skyline from the privacy of your own yacht.
- ✦Private yacht charter
- ✦Professional crew
- ✦Stunning skyline views
- ◆Private yacht exclusively for your group
- ◆Professional yacht crew
- ◆Dubai waterfront cruise
- ◆Beautiful views of Dubai's skyline
- ◆Flexible charter duration
Compare yacht prices at a glance
| Yacht tour | Price (AED) | Type | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Star Yacht Cruise – 7:00 PM Departure | AED 105 / person | Popular | Book |
| 5-Star Yacht Cruise – 9:00 PM Departure | AED 120 / person | Night Cruise | Book |
| 5-Star Glass Houseboat Yacht Cruise | AED 89 / person | Popular | Book |
| Premium Yacht Cruise – 2025 Model | AED 105 / person | 2025 Model | Book |
| Private Yacht Charter Dubai | AED 550 / hour | Exclusive | Book |
Want the full-day tour plus a cruise? Message the team and we will line up the timings.
Book your Dubai city tour in three steps
There is no automated online checkout on this site, by design. A real person reviews every booking before it is confirmed.
Send your wish list
Tap the button and WhatsApp opens with a message ready. Add your date, group size and the places you want to see.
Confirm route and price
The team confirms availability, the route, pickup details and payment directly with you.
Enjoy the city
Meet your driver at the agreed pickup point and see Dubai at your pace.
Planning your Dubai city tour
Best time of year
October to April has the most comfortable temperatures for walking between stops. From June to September, midday heat is intense, so earlier starts and indoor stops work better.
What to wear
Light, breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes. Cover shoulders and knees for mosque and souk visits, and bring a light layer for air-conditioned malls.
What to bring
Water, sunglasses, sunscreen, a charged phone or camera, and your ID or passport copy if a stop requires it.
A local team you can message directly
VIP Desert Tour has operated in Dubai since 2018. These figures are for the business as a whole.
VIP city tour Dubai FAQs
How much does a VIP city tour in Dubai cost?
The Full Day Dubai City Tour is a private 10-hour tour at AED 1,950 per person. Message the team on WhatsApp with your date and group size to confirm availability and your route.
How long is the Dubai city tour?
The full-day tour runs 10 hours, which is enough to combine several areas of the city, such as the skyline, the Jumeirah coast and Old Dubai, at a relaxed pace.
How much is a yacht cruise in Dubai?
Cruises start from AED 89 per person for the 5-Star Glass Houseboat Yacht Cruise. The 5-Star Yacht Cruise is AED 105 per person at 7:00 PM and AED 120 per person at 9:00 PM, the Premium Yacht Cruise (2025 model) is AED 105 per person, and a Private Yacht Charter is AED 550 per hour. See the yacht cruise prices above.
What places can a VIP Dubai city tour include?
Popular stops include Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, the Dubai Frame, Jumeirah Mosque, a Burj Al Arab photo stop, Palm Jumeirah views, Old Dubai with the Creek and souks, and Dubai Marina. Tell us what you want to see and we will shape the route around it.
Can I customise my Dubai city tour route?
Yes. The sample routes on this page are starting points. Send the places you want to see, your group size and how much time you have, and the team will confirm a route that fits.
How do I book a Dubai city tour?
Send your preferred date, group size and the places you want to see on WhatsApp. The team confirms availability, pickup details and payment directly with you. There is no automated online checkout on this site, so a real person reviews every booking.
Can I combine a city tour with a desert safari?
Yes, and it is a popular pairing: see the city by day and head to the dunes in the evening. The VIP evening desert safari is AED 110 per person, and the VIP private desert safari is AED 500 per SUV. Mention both when you message so the timings line up. You can also finish the day with a yacht cruise.
Is pickup from my hotel available?
Pickup details are confirmed directly with the team when you book on WhatsApp, so send your hotel or meeting point along with your date.
What should I wear on a Dubai city tour?
Light, breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes. If your route includes a mosque or the souks, bring shoulders and knees covered, and carry a light layer because malls and vehicles are air-conditioned.
What is the best time of year for a Dubai city tour?
October through April has the most comfortable temperatures for walking between stops. From June to September midday heat is intense, so we usually suggest earlier starts and indoor stops such as Dubai Mall and the Burj Khalifa area.
Is a city tour suitable for children and families?
Yes. Because the route is built around your group, we can keep the pace relaxed and choose stops that suit children. Tell us the ages in your group when you book.
Do you also offer desert safaris and activities?
Yes. VIP Desert Tour has run desert safaris out of Al Badayer since 2018. See the Dubai desert safari packages, the full pricing guide, or add a dune buggy or camel ride.
Ready to see Dubai your way?
Message the team with your date, group size and the places you want to see, and get a straight answer on route and price.