Sharjah is the third largest among the emirates touches both the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf. The state covering around 2600 sq. km has Dubai on its Southern side and Ajman on its east. UNESCO has named this country as the Cultural Capital of the Arab World for its preserving Arab heritage and art in its original farm. Sharjah City has been chosen to be the OIC Capital of Islamic Culture for the year 2014.
Tour Summary
5-hour Sharjah City Tour covering places mentioned below.
- The cost of the Tour is USD 249 or AED 910
- Start Time: 09.00 AM or your suitable time
- Up to 5 people. Extra 1 person if no exclusive guide or with little adjustable comfort in the tour.
- English-speaking Guide cum Driver
- Exclusive or other language guides at an additional cost of USD 150/-
- Includes a bottle of water
Places covered in the Sharjah City Tour:
In the tour, we will cover the following choice of places
Activity 1: Visit the Museum of Civilization
Renovated and opened in 2008, the first of its kind Museum in UAE has more than five thousand elegant Islamic artifacts received from all over the Islamic world. Seven spacious galleries and display areas house the artifacts.!
Activity 2: Photo Stop at Sharjah Corniche
Al Buheirah Corniche in Sharjah encircles the Khalid Lagoon and is considered the most attractive place within the city. The place with picnic lawns and a shaded palm oasis is very popular among joggers and walkers and has several cafes and coffee shops.
Activity 3: Photo Stop at King Faisal Mosque
The largest mosque covering 12,000 sq.m. is named after the former ruler of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia King Faisal bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud. The mosque is the biggest mosque in Sharjah with features to accommodate 17,000 worshippers.
Activity 4: Photo Stop at Quran Roundabout
The appealing roundabout is also a cultural center. The structures of the art center are colorfully lighted and the installed projector shows the images of Sharjah rulers.
Activity 5: Drive through Sharjah Beach
The virgin white sanded beach that stretches around 16 KM draws more visitors. The beach that lies within 30 30-minute drive from Dubai International Airport draws more visitors. The beach lined with palm trees allows the visitors to have barbecues and picnic parties. The dolphins found close to the coast draw more visitors to the coast.
Activity 6: Visit Central Souq or Blue Souk
Central Souk also known as Blue Souk is an important market for carpets. Get the best deals from the vendors who allow you to bargain.
Activity 7: Jubail Market
Visit Jubail Market or Souq Al Jubail for a unique shopping experience! You can Enjoy the authentic Middle Eastern ambiance. Experience the hustle and bustle of a traditional souq while browsing through an array of fresh fruit and vegetables, fish, meat, and more.
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Sharjah receives its business visitors and tourists through its modernized Sharjah Airport. It is a leading port among the UAE countries linking India and Persian countries. The other parts of the Sharjah emirate include Dibba, Khor Fakkan, Kalba, and Al Dhaid. Sharjah being close to Dubai, most of the tourists and others also make it a point to visit Sharjah. The country provides exciting tourism opportunities to the visitors. The heritage areas and old souks give the tourists a glimpse of the past and its centuries of inherited value. Other tourism opportunities offered by Sharjah include desert safaris and the Sharjah City Tour, dune buggy driving, skiing, sand boarding, canoe trips and camel riding.
Highlights of the Sharjah City Tour
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Sharjah receives its business visitors and tourists through its modernized Sharjah Airport. It is a leading port among the UAE countries linking India and Persian countries. The other parts of the Sharjah emirate include Dibba, Khor Fakkan, Kalba and Al Dhaid.
Sharjah being close to Dubai, most of the tourists and others also make it a point to visit Sharjah. The country provides exciting tourism opportunities to the visitors. The heritage areas and old souks give the tourists a glimpse of the past and its centuries of inherited value. Other tourism opportunities offered by Sharjah include the Dubai desert safari and Sharjah City Tour, dune buggy driving, skiing, sand boarding, canoe trips and camel riding.