Al Ain Tour – The Garden City of the UAE
Discover the charm of Al Ain on a journey through history, culture, and natural beauty. Visit the Al Ain Palace Museum, former home of the late Sheikh Zayed, and explore the lush Al Ain Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience local life at the bustling Camel Market, relax amid the hot springs of Green Mubazzarah, and enjoy panoramic views from Jebel Hafeet, one of the UAE’s highest peaks. This tour offers the perfect blend of culture, tradition, and stunning desert landscapes.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel Lobby
- Picking up guest (Hotel)
Al Ain Palace Museum
Our day begins with a visit to the Al Ain Palace Museum, once the residence of the UAE’s founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Step inside to explore beautifully preserved rooms and learn about the royal family’s life before the discovery of oil transformed the nation.
Camel Market
Next, we visit the lively Camel Market, one of the last remaining traditional markets of its kind in the region. Watch local traders negotiate, see the animals up close, and experience an authentic glimpse of Emirati heritage.
Al Ain Oasis
We then head to the lush Al Ain Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where thousands of date palms grow with the help of the ancient falaj irrigation system. Stroll through the shaded walkways and feel the refreshing coolness of this green paradise in the desert.
Lunch
Lunch time - optional at guest expense
Green Mubazzarah
Our tour continues to the Green Mubazzarah, a scenic park located at the foot of Jebel Hafeet, known for its natural hot springs and picnic spots.
Jebel Hafeet
Finally, we drive up the winding mountain road to the top of Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain’s highest peak, for breathtaking panoramic views of the city and surrounding desert.
Ending Point
Hotel of guest
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
• Guide fee
• Hotel pick-up
• Private transportation
• Professional driver
• Gasoline, toll, and parking fees
• Water
• Personal Expenses
• Taxis
- Lunch/Dinner
Tour Important Information
We can start as per request
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Eleonora S.
Hi, I’m Ellie — a licensed tour guide based in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
With years of experience working closely with locals and travelers from around the world, I offer authentic, story-filled tours that go beyond the usual tourist path. My goal is to help guests truly experience the UAE — its culture, traditions, and everyday life — through the eyes of someone who lives it every day. Whether it’s exploring hidden gems, discovering local food, or understanding the Emirati way of life, I make every journey personal, engaging, and memorable.
Reviews
Donald D.
“Excellent Layover Tour”
Eleonora gave us an excellent tour of the highlights of Old and New Dubai during a 12 hour layover. She was cheerful, engaging and very informative during our 7 hour tour and also took our comfort into account while exploring on a day when temperatures rose to 107 degrees.
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Eleonora S.
Thank you for the nice words! It was lovely to meet you and explore Dubai with you.
Ram F.
“Great! Great!”
It was great! I hope to have another tour with Leonora in the coming year!
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Eleonora S.
Thanks Ram, waiting to meet you!!
Tracey P.
“Amazing Tour!”
Eleonora was an amazing guide. I had 14 hours to tour Dubai and she made every moment count. She was incredibly informative and paced everything to my needs (I was definitely tired mid day). I wouldn’t hesitate to hire this wonderful person again!!
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Eleonora S.
Thank you so much Tracey! I had great time with you too!!
$400/ per person
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