Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comDay Tour to the East Coast - Orient Express
based on 20 reviews
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Product code: 2168DXB003
20 reviews of Day Tour to the East Coast - Orient Express
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I did this trip with my 18 year old daughter and we both really enjoyed it. There were only 5 people on the tour, as there were not many tourists around -- it was July. The driver and guide were very friendly and informative. There is an awful lot of driving involved, but you get to see the more real side of life in the Emirates. The scenery is dramatic, from desert to mountains and beautiful coastline on the east coast. It was too hot when we were there to stay out in the sun for long, but we did enjoy a swim in the Gulf of Oman!
Reviewed by: Anonymous, Ireland, July 2009
We had an excellent day out. This was not booked as a private tour, but much to our surprise we were the only people who had booked for that day, so top marks to Orient Tours the local supplier who ran it as a private tour for us at no extra charge. Transport was in a very comfortable air conditioned people carrier with the 2 of us, the driver and the guide. Both staff were excellent and provided a very memorable day for us. A couple of things to note - some other reviews here mention going into Oman. This is no longer possible as the small part of Oman at the tip of the UAE-Oman peninsula now has border-control with UAE -- which is a recent thing -- so the tour can no longer visit the Oman side of Dibba. Also, the Fujairah fort could only be visited externally as renovations have been going on -- apparently for the last couple of years and very slowly! The outside is still well worth seeing. The Friday market we just used as a toilet stop, as at the first few stalls we visited the owners were very pushy, picking things up that we had no interest in and handing them to us. They spoke no English. The other stops and general landscape and things pointed out on the road were all well worth seeing. The lunch restaurant offered a good selection and the food was good. This is a must do if you have a day to spare. We were picked up at 8:30 a.m. and were back in Dubai at about 3:30 p.m. It's a long drive, but there's plenty to see and do so definitely recommended and good value.
Reviewed by: Paul M, United Kingdom, May 2009
This was a great trip. The scenic view along the way were beautiful. I will definitely do this one again when I return. Just wish the shopping portion could have been longer.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, May 2009
Our guide was an amazing source of information. He made the trip fantastic.
Reviewed by: Cathy S, Canada, April 2009
Very well done and informative.
Reviewed by: BARRY W, United States of America, January 2009
An excellent worthwhile trip to explore the countryside outside of Dubai. There were some spectacular views, and the tour guide was very knowledgeable.
Reviewed by: Neil S, United Kingdom, May 2008
A great full day, guide was good, transport great, sights and tour excellent. Friday markets were fun. Oman and the Gulf were great. The trip through the mountains was eye-opening. Lunch at the hotel was excellent, as it was Christmas Day. Water in the Gulf could have been warmer, but we did swim.
Reviewed by: Frederick C, New Zealand, January 2008
Excellent trip and 5 minute tour of Oman was a nice plus.
Reviewed by: Fergus M, United Kingdom, December 2007
A great trip, but we were disappointed we could not cross into Oman.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United Kingdom, November 2009
Like it. Much different from Dubai, you can see the difference between rich and poor emirates. I loved the beach that we stopped at to have lunch.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, Ireland, February 2009
I had confidence after I checked what others had to say, before I went on the trip. True to what was said, I too had a Very Good Trip. Its best to go during winter ie. from November to Feb as summer might be too hot. I got full worth for my money. Thanks Viator.
Reviewed by: Mihirini K, Sri Lanka, December 2008
Tour covered a variety of scenery. Lunch at beach hotel was fine, but staff could have been advised of our arrival, so service could have been quicker during the stopover. Really appreciated hotel pickup and drop off. It was good value for money by comparison.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, Canada, June 2008
Very interesting tour despite the 42 degrees of heat, gained more information about UAE. We didn't travel/visit according to the description but saw most of the places listed. Suggest tour operators should give more details about lunch set up - it was either a big hotel or small cafe. As there was only 4 four us, it was easy to decide. Could be difficult and time wasting if there was a large group. It was very hot at the beach but definitely worth a paddle.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, Australia, May 2008
Worth it if just to see another side of United Arab Emirates.
Reviewed by: Manuel S, United States of America, April 2008
This is worthwhile in its giving you the chance to explore the contrasting countryside outside outside Dubai. Value was added through a very knowledgeable guide.
Reviewed by: Joy G, Australia, April 2008
