19 Apr 2023
So this tour package is a two-in-one combo tour. The first half was a city tour of Dubai and honestly, if you're looking for a driver to take you from place to place - that's exactly what this is. Our tour guide could barely speak English and had no idea about the history of the city. The only thing we learned was that the Marina and Downtown Dubai are the most expensive areas around. The second part of the trip was to the dessert - this part was really awesome getting to ride in these big SUVs that drive through the sand dunes. We then finish the night off with dinner and a show. Note: although this package says there's a lot included, the people there push you to do all these add-ons: the "VIP package" for a buffet from once you get there, Henna designs - if you want something nice and traditional, be prepared to pay extra - otherwise you get a quickie flower that a 5 year old could do and a scowl from the lady. Want to try on traditional dress wear? You get two sad options, otherwise you need to pay more. Wanna try the Hookah? You have to go stand under a tent and they don't give you your own pipe to smoke out of, otherwise they'll sell you flavors at your table and push and push you to buy some. Overall it was a cool experience but honestly if you can find another place to go to have this experience, I'd recommend trying another tour package. There's so many options out there, it's worth it to pay more in the initial price vs be hassled with add-ons when you get there.