Emirati Hospitality Experience & Old Dubai Bus Tour | Heritage Express
Overview
The essence of the heritage express lies within the stories of the daily life of Emirati through the centuries that will break the stereo type and misconception.
Enjoy an authentic interactive experience with a professional Emirati guide. Plenty of fun, interesting stories, photographs and life-time memories in a unique mode of transportation (Moving Majlis) that promotes the enrichment of the local heritage and immerses the visitors with the truly cultural experience.
throughout our stories we narrate who the Emirati's are and what is it in fact, the essences of the emirates. You'll also enjoy Emirati cuisine in a traditional heritage house.
We are the first company is UAE to operate our tours in a special custom design Trolley.
Enjoy an authentic interactive experience with a professional Emirati guide. Plenty of fun, interesting stories, photographs and life-time memories in a unique mode of transportation (Moving Majlis) that promotes the enrichment of the local heritage and immerses the visitors with the truly cultural experience.
throughout our stories we narrate who the Emirati's are and what is it in fact, the essences of the emirates. You'll also enjoy Emirati cuisine in a traditional heritage house.
We are the first company is UAE to operate our tours in a special custom design Trolley.
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea - Emirati Coffee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Emirati Meals (Choose between Breakfast/Brunch/Lunch/Dinner)
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Al Fahidi, Al Fahidi, Dubai, Emirate of Dubai
Unique custom designed ‘trolley’ experience
Key historical attractions
Desert Bedouin Experience
Emirati Snacks and Meal (choice between breakfast, lunch or dinner)
The signature Q&A session with the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Cultural Understanding Heritage House
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Al Seef St, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Featuring fab views of Dubai's historic creek, traditional dhows, and old-world architecture paired with modern comforts, Al Seef is the ideal tourist lifestyle destination.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort, Al Fahidi, Dubai United Arab Emirates
The visitors of Dubai Museum "Al Fahidi Fort" have an opportunity to get rich, full and integral knowledge of the very old history of Dubai that interacted with different people and civilizations across history. Where the guest will have an opportunity to take pictures from outside. Will have a 10 minute photo stop at this point.
Stop At: Bur Dubai Abra Station, 32 3 A St Al Fahidi, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Abra comes from the Arabic verb “Abara” which means to cross. Take a ride on the Dubai Abra, the city’s most traditional mode of transport. For centuries, it has remained one of Dubai’s most frequented modes of transport, making it the symbol of the city ’s history and heritage. Guest will have the opportunity to take picture of the abra area by sitting inside the trolley
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Dubai Heritage Village, Entrance of the Dubai Creek, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Al Shindagha is the oldest part of Dubai (together with Al Bastakiya), established in the 1830s. This peninsual is situated on the Northwest shore of Dubai Creek, and borders Bur Dubai. This is where many South Asian workers live.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Union House Flag, 1 Jumeirah Street Cross of 2nd December Street, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Union House marks the place where the rulers of all the emirates came together and agreed to unite to form the UAE. The tall flag here can be seen from miles away and conveys the subsequent progress and development this country has seen. Guest will have the opportunity to take pictures of the Union House from outside only.
There are actually 2 flags, which one can see if one visits the Etihad Museum next to Union House. One is a smaller flag, which is at the exact spot where the leaders first unfurled the flag of UAE. The tall one is ahead of it and is among the tallest flags in the country.
Stop At: Jumeirah Mosque, Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 1, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Jumeirah Mosque is a mosque in Dubai, Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Construction began in 1976; the mosque is built in traditional Fatimid style which originated from Syria and Egypt. Opened in 1979, the Jumeirah Mosque visit has been a key activity under the 'Open Doors. Open Minds.' programs of the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding.
The Jumeirah Mosque Majlis is a two storey venue that can accommodate up to 300 guests. The decor and flexible set up options set provide an authentic, comfortable Emirati ambiance.
Some of the events that have been held at Jumeirah Mosque Majlis are ‘Mosques of the World’, ‘Kids of Arabia’, ‘Just Kidding’, and ‘German Emirati Joint Council for Industry and Commerce’
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Cultural and Social Understanding (Head Office), SH. MOHAMMAD CENTER FOR CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING - Al Mussallah Rd - Al Fahidi - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
The Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding is a non-profit organization which promotes awareness of Emirati culture, customs, traditions and religion among expatriates and foreign visitors in the United Arab Emirates, as well as aiming to remove cultural barriers.
The house consists of two floors and it was built of coral, stone, plaster, teakwood, chantal wood, and the fronds and trunks of palm trees.
Cultural understanding program with F&Q & Emirati Lunch (Authentic Emirati lunch served in a Emirati House)
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Al Fahidi, Al Fahidi, Dubai, Emirate of Dubai
Unique custom designed ‘trolley’ experience
Key historical attractions
Desert Bedouin Experience
Emirati Snacks and Meal (choice between breakfast, lunch or dinner)
The signature Q&A session with the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Cultural Understanding Heritage House
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Al Seef St, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Featuring fab views of Dubai's historic creek, traditional dhows, and old-world architecture paired with modern comforts, Al Seef is the ideal tourist lifestyle destination.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort, Al Fahidi, Dubai United Arab Emirates
The visitors of Dubai Museum "Al Fahidi Fort" have an opportunity to get rich, full and integral knowledge of the very old history of Dubai that interacted with different people and civilizations across history. Where the guest will have an opportunity to take pictures from outside. Will have a 10 minute photo stop at this point.
Stop At: Bur Dubai Abra Station, 32 3 A St Al Fahidi, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Abra comes from the Arabic verb “Abara” which means to cross. Take a ride on the Dubai Abra, the city’s most traditional mode of transport. For centuries, it has remained one of Dubai’s most frequented modes of transport, making it the symbol of the city ’s history and heritage. Guest will have the opportunity to take picture of the abra area by sitting inside the trolley
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Dubai Heritage Village, Entrance of the Dubai Creek, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Al Shindagha is the oldest part of Dubai (together with Al Bastakiya), established in the 1830s. This peninsual is situated on the Northwest shore of Dubai Creek, and borders Bur Dubai. This is where many South Asian workers live.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Union House Flag, 1 Jumeirah Street Cross of 2nd December Street, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Union House marks the place where the rulers of all the emirates came together and agreed to unite to form the UAE. The tall flag here can be seen from miles away and conveys the subsequent progress and development this country has seen. Guest will have the opportunity to take pictures of the Union House from outside only.
There are actually 2 flags, which one can see if one visits the Etihad Museum next to Union House. One is a smaller flag, which is at the exact spot where the leaders first unfurled the flag of UAE. The tall one is ahead of it and is among the tallest flags in the country.
Stop At: Jumeirah Mosque, Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 1, Dubai United Arab Emirates
Jumeirah Mosque is a mosque in Dubai, Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Construction began in 1976; the mosque is built in traditional Fatimid style which originated from Syria and Egypt. Opened in 1979, the Jumeirah Mosque visit has been a key activity under the 'Open Doors. Open Minds.' programs of the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding.
The Jumeirah Mosque Majlis is a two storey venue that can accommodate up to 300 guests. The decor and flexible set up options set provide an authentic, comfortable Emirati ambiance.
Some of the events that have been held at Jumeirah Mosque Majlis are ‘Mosques of the World’, ‘Kids of Arabia’, ‘Just Kidding’, and ‘German Emirati Joint Council for Industry and Commerce’
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Cultural and Social Understanding (Head Office), SH. MOHAMMAD CENTER FOR CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING - Al Mussallah Rd - Al Fahidi - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
The Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding is a non-profit organization which promotes awareness of Emirati culture, customs, traditions and religion among expatriates and foreign visitors in the United Arab Emirates, as well as aiming to remove cultural barriers.
The house consists of two floors and it was built of coral, stone, plaster, teakwood, chantal wood, and the fronds and trunks of palm trees.
Cultural understanding program with F&Q & Emirati Lunch (Authentic Emirati lunch served in a Emirati House)
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Fasih U
December 2022
The tour provides great information about history, culture and food that we would not have learned otherwise. The small group helped us to be fully engaged with the Emirati guide, who gave us brilliant stories not just about Dubai but the entire region. The food was delicious and they had differ...
The tour provides great information about history, culture and food that we would not have learned otherwise. The small group helped us to be fully engaged with the Emirati guide, who gave us brilliant stories not just about Dubai but the entire region. The food was delicious and they had different dishes including sweets. We visited the Jumeirah mosque and the 100 years old Emirati house. Overall it was a great experience actually the best 4 hours of our stay in Dubai.993naomie
March 2023
This tour was a great experience I'd recommend to anyone visiting Dubai. There's a lot of history in this city that sometimes gets overlooked, and to have an Emirati-led tour was a treat. Our guide Hamad was very friendly and encouraged us to ask questions. He showed us some historical buildings ...
This tour was a great experience I'd recommend to anyone visiting Dubai. There's a lot of history in this city that sometimes gets overlooked, and to have an Emirati-led tour was a treat. Our guide Hamad was very friendly and encouraged us to ask questions. He showed us some historical buildings and led us through several museums. We definitely left with a greater knowledge and appreciation of Emirati history and culture. This tour took about 3 hours and did involve some walking. We also got to see some camels, hold a falcon, enjoy coffee and dates, and sit inside of a Bedouin tent. Very cool.636sta
February 2023
Mr. Mohammad Shizaoui has a nice and perfect way of communication. As a Local from Dubai he tell the history of the old Souk in Deira And but Dubai. In a human perfect nature. That is what we love of Dubai. Much respect and Love Abu Hakim and daughters.
Mr. Mohammad Shizaoui has a nice and perfect way of communication. As a Local from Dubai he tell the history of the old Souk in Deira And but Dubai. In a human perfect nature. That is what we love of Dubai. Much respect and Love Abu Hakim and daughters.francobQ2409WH
October 2022
We had such an amazing experience with Heritage Express! The bus looked amazing and it was cold which we think was great since it was hot during our tour. Our tour guide, Shaima, did a fantastic job. She was very knowledgeable, entertaining, smart and a customer service champ! What a character! ...
We had such an amazing experience with Heritage Express! The bus looked amazing and it was cold which we think was great since it was hot during our tour. Our tour guide, Shaima, did a fantastic job. She was very knowledgeable, entertaining, smart and a customer service champ! What a character! This is definitely something you should not miss while in Dubai.