Sharjah City Sightseeing Tour - The Pearl of the Gulf | La Vacanza Travel

Sharjah City Sightseeing Tour - The Pearl of the Gulf

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Destination: United Arab Emirates, Emirate of Dubai, Dubai
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  • 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Dubai
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover the city that's dubbed the 'Pearl of the Gulf' on this tour from Dubai to Sharjah, the third-largest city in the United Arab Emirates. Noteworthy sights and attractions are just waiting to be explored in this nearby city, including Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn Sharjah) and impressive Faisal Mosque. Visit the Sharjah Heritage Museum for a look at Arab history, religion and culture, and pick up some Middle Eastern souvenirs at Souq Al Arsah and Souq Al Markazi, the largest markets in the emirate.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Sharjah, Sharjah, Emirate of Sharjah

Your 4.5-hour tour starts with a pickup from your central Dubai hotel and a drive to Sharjah, one of Dubai’s neighboring emirates. Situated on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, Sharjah is the UAE’s third-biggest city and centers around a restored Old Town that boasts lovely heritage areas, souks and museums.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Al Noor Mosque, Al Mamzar Corniche St, Sharjah United Arab Emirates

On route, hear about Sharjah’s history from your guide and stop first at the picturesque Buhairah Corniche with a photo-stop at the magnificent Al Noor Mosque before proceeding to the largest mosque in Sharjah, King Faisal Mosque for some pictures.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: King Faisal Mosque, King Abdul Aziz St, Sharjah 006976 United Arab Emirates

Next, continue to the King Faisal Mosque, the largest of the emirate’s 300 mosques. Admire the splendid building and learn how it was built to accommodate 15,000 worshippers.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Corniche St, Sharjah United Arab Emirates

Next visit the Islamic Civilization Museum, celebrating Islamic contribution to the World Heritage.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Souk Al Arsah, Al Sharq Street, Opp Old Souk, Sharjah United Arab Emirates

Then drive to Sharjah’s ‘Old Town’ for a stroll through the restored traditional Souk Al Arsa market.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Sharjah Heritage Museum, Sharjah United Arab Emirates

Visit Sharjah Heritage Museum for a glimpse of a traditional family home and typical Arabian Gulf architecture.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Souk Al-Markazi, King Faisal Road Khaled Lagoon, Sharjah United Arab Emirates

The last stop before returning is at Souk Al Markazi– a treasure trove of carpets, jewellery and handicrafts.

Your tour then concludes with a drop-off at your Dubai hotel.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Professional tour Guide in selected language
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan (depending on group size)
  • Photo stop at King Faisal Mosque & Al Noor Mosque
  • Islamic Civilization Museum Entrance.
  • Sharjah Heritage Museum Entrance
  • Visit Souk Al Arsa & Souk Al Markazi

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Minimum 2 adults required.Pickup will be in a Suitable vehicle on sharing basis from different hotels.
  • Children below 5 years old must be seated in a child seat while traveling in any kind of vehicle in UAE. If you have a child below 5 years joining the tour, please mention in the remarks.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised. Hats are advisable when in direct sunlight.
  • Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period. We recommend all our guests to take adequate precaution.
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • If you want to book this tour on private basis,please search the activity, product code : 2168PDXB01 - Private Tour: Sharjah City Highlights from Dubai
  • The local tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of the scheduled programs because of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances.
  • The duration of the actual tour takes 4.5 - 5 hour but the driving time from Dubai hotel and return may take another 60 – 90 minutes depending on traffic conditions and time of day.
  • Tour schedule & Language - English /German only : Sunday & Tuesday AM,
  • The guide will speak both languages during the city tour.
  • Souk Al Markazi is closed for renovation instead of that we will stop at Iranian Market
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
• Your centrally located Dubai, Sharjah hotels or Dubai Port Rashid ( cruise terminal)
• For guest staying in any Private Residence or Villas in Dubai , pick up can be arranged from any nearby hotels.
• Pick up service from Jebel Ali Hotels, Bab Al Shams or from Al Maha Desert Resort or others locations ( which is not in City limit) are available only with additional cost upon request based on your location.
• For Transit guest, pick up can be arranged from any nearby Airport Hotels ( without luggage)
>> Departure time : - Between 07:00 am and 07:30 am approximately

Ports

  • Dubai Port Rashid Cruise Terminal


Departure Time

07:00 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes


User's Reviews

Nicola_S

17 Oct, 2019

I enjoyed the tour. The guide was very knowledable and ensured we had our questions answered. It was just the right amount of time to see the highlights.

Zippysh

12 Dec, 2018

Sharjah Central Souq was a place to relish. going around the Blue Souq gives your a feel of local shopping. I enjoyed the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization the most, dont miss the top floor star painted ceiling. The guides are fluent in English and in just 3-4 hrs you get to understand Sharjah upclose.

mihail439

13 Aug, 2018

Overall - average rating. I wouldn't go if knew in advance what's the tour going to be like. Please see below a couple of comments: - tour is very much like driving from one spot to another - out of the entire list, you will actually see two places: the old Souq (i.e. market) and very briefly the Museum of Islamic culture, other stops are literally stops - you get out of the van and snap photos with a two line explanation - the Museum of Islamic culture is a heavy historical place - which is somehow left without much attention to it - last hour you are given free time at the mall (i.e. Central Souq) which is completely out of my expectations, I wouldn't get the guided tour to be brought to the shopping mall to wander aroud - all mosques which are in the program are photo stop only with 2-4 minutes explanatory note and plenty of free time, but (!) you are not allowed inside the mosque As a recommendation for tour management: from my point of view - the tour needs a significant re-design or price re-considered. A price of nearly $35 for this tour, compared to the $42 tour to Abu Dhabi (a day long) - this is just day and night. Abu Dhabi was amazing, the guide was very much engaging and easy going, lots of information and places covered. Maybe this is a matter of the guide as well - but it's for the company to consider (not sure the feedback is read).

Vanessa B

16 Nov, 2017

Best tour I've ever had so far ! If you like to learn about the culture and history of the emiratis, I highly recommend this tour

Tanya_B

20 Oct, 2017

Great tour. Glad we went. Would definitely take this tour again.

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