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title: Private Old Dubai Souks Walking Tour with Abra Ride & Transfers
lang: en
type: tour
city: Dubai
country: United Arab Emirates
price: 153
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 4.98
reviews: 44
duration_minutes: 120
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 15 of 43 (Old Dubai & Walking Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/tours/private-old-dubai-souks-walking-tour-with-abra-ride-transfers/
---

# Private Old Dubai Souks Walking Tour with Abra Ride & Transfers

In our comparison: #15 of 43 in Old Dubai & Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Discover the heart of Old Dubai on this private walking tour that blends history, culture and shopping. Begin in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood, where your guide reveals the city’s humble roots as you wander through narrow lanes lined with coral‑stone houses and art galleries.
Continue to the Textile Souk to browse colorful fabrics and learn how to bargain. Then ride a traditional Private abra across Dubai Creek, passing dhows loaded with cargo and admiring the contrast between Old Dubai and the modern skyline. 
On the Deira side, dive into the Spice Souk’s aromatic stalls—sampling saffron, cardamom and other regional spices—and pick up a few souvenirs with your guide’s help. End at the glittering Gold Souk, home to hundreds of jewelers. 
This tour includes an experienced local guide, private abra ride, bottled water, local snacks and flexible departure times; it’s wheelchair‑ and stroller‑friendly, with group discounts available.

## Before you book

- Pickup differs by option: No hotel pickup on the shared options; the private option collects you
- 13 start times: between 09:00 and 21:00
- Food included: Local Snacks
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup on the shared options; the private option collects you

## Key facts

- Price: from €153 per group/vehicle for the Starting from Meeting Point option; other options up to €244
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.98/5 from 44 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: KEY 2 DESTINATIONS
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 13 start times between 09:00 and 21:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.98 from 44 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 44 of 44.

- 5 stars: 43 (98%)
- 4 stars: 1 (2%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting from Meeting Point | €153 per group | English | Duration: 2 hours |
| With Hotel Transfers | €244 per group | English | Duration: 3 hours Private Vehicle : Pickup & Drop off Included in this option |

## What's included

- An English‑speaking tour guide who leads the walking route and provides cultural context.
- Local Snacks
- Abra Ride across the Creek

## Not included

- pick-up and drop-off (unless option selected)

## Itinerary

1. **Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood** (20m; admission included) - Begin in the atmospheric lanes of Al Fahidi, seeing mud‑brick houses and courtyards that date back to the 19th century. Your guide provides historical context and points out the Dubai Museum and Al Fahidi Fort as you walk past.
2. **Textile Souk** (20m; admission included) - Browse rows of colorful fabrics, pashminas and traditional garments. Learn about local attire and try negotiating for souvenirs under your guide’s expert tips
3. **Dubai Creek** (20m; admission included) - Hop aboard a wooden abra for a short cruise across Dubai Creek. Take in views of the modern skyline and the bustling waterfront while learning how the creek served as Dubai’s lifeline
4. **Dubai Spice Souk** (20m; admission included) - Immerse yourself in the fragrant Spice Souk. Your guide introduces you to aromatic spices, dried fruits and perfumes and helps you navigate friendly vendors offering saffron, oud and other local specialties
5. **Gold Souk** (20m; admission included) - Finish at the glittering Gold Souk, where hundreds of shops display intricate jewelry and gold bars. Hear stories about Dubai’s jewelry trade, ask about current gold prices and collect final bargains before the tour concludes

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 13 start times between 09:00 and 21:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

The Guide will meet you at the entrance of Local House Restaurant <- This Restaurant is in Bastakiya Al Fahidi Neighbourhood.
The nearest metro station is Sharaf DG Metro Station (Formerly Al Fahidi).

Ends: The tour ends at Gold Souk, The guide will assist you with the nearest metro station or the taxi stop.

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Instant confirmation at the time of booking
- Multiple start times available throughout the day
- Option to meet at the designated meeting point or choose hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private walking tour through Old Dubai with a dedicated local guide

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €153 | €77 |
| 4 | €153 | €38 |
| 6 | €153 | €26 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Old Dubai & Walking Tours start at €13 per person.

## Compared with other Old Dubai & Walking Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #15 of 43** | €153 per group | 2h | 4.98 (44) | private |
| [Dubai Old and Modern City Tour with Blue Mosque Visit](/uae/dubai/tours/dubai-old-and-modern-city-tour-with-blue-mosque-visit/?format=md) | €46 | 4h | 4.95 (5041) | shared |
| [Dubai: Old Town, Souks, Street Food, Guided Tour & Abra Ride](/uae/dubai/tours/dubai-old-town-souks-street-food-guided-tour-abra-ride/?format=md) | €16 | 3h | 4.94 (3008) | shared |
| [Dubai Old Town Walking Tour with Abra & Traditional Souks](/uae/dubai/tours/dubai-old-town-walking-tour-with-abra-traditional-souks/?format=md) | €36 | 2h | 5.0 (94) | shared |

Ranked #15 of 43 in Old Dubai & Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €13 to €317, median €53; typical length 4h. 15 of 43 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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