The Grand Mosque in Bur Dubai is home to the city's tallest minaret. It might appear to be a beautiful example of restoration work, but was in fact built in the 1990s in the style of the Grand Mosque, which dated from 1900 but was knocked down to make way for another mosque in 1960. Ah, the perils of progress, always perceived to late. But the new Grand Mosque's sand-colored walls and wooden shutters blend perfectly with the surrounding old quarter of Bur Dubai.

The Clock Tower has long been one of the most distingushable features of the city, perhaps second only to the Dubai World Trade Centre. Situated on a roundabout that directs traffic to all parts of the city, the Clock Tower is a collusion of modern and traditional architecture.

One of the Dubai's most picturesque heritage sights, Bastakia is being carefully renovated and turned into a pedestrianised conservation area. The name Bastakia comes from the first people to settle the area, who were traders from Bastak in southern Iran.

Stepping into the narrow alleyways of Bastakia is to walk into Dubai's past. Many buildings sport traditional wind towers, a surprisingly efficient fromof natural air-conditioning that was designed to capture the breeze and funnel the cooler air into the rooms below.

Dubai Zoo is the oldest zoo of its kind not only in the United Arab Emirates but also in the Arabian Peninsula. Dubai Zoo also happens to be the first Arabian zoo to breed the rare Chimpanzee and Arabian wild cat.

It is a special place of interest and fun for tourists and the people of Dubai.

During the first couple of years of its existance, the Dubai Zoo housed only a few animals like the big cats, monkeys and hoofed-animals. There was also a small acquarium with some fishes and reptiles.

In 1971 the management of the Dubai Zoo was taken over by the Dubai Municipality.

From May 1986 to May 1989, a part of the Zoo was redesigned and rebuilt. From June 1989 to the present there is constant re-designing and renovation.

The city has many fine mosques. One of the largest and most beautiful — Jumeirah Mosque — is a spectacular example of modern Islamic architecture.

Built of stone in medieval Fatimid tradition, the mosque with its twin minarets and majestic dome is a city landmark. It is particularly attractive at night when subtle lighting throws its artistry into relief.

The elaborate Jumeirah Mosque is Dubai's most admired mosque from the outside and one of Dubai’s most photographed sights.

Dubai sits on the Arabian Gulf, which is key to the city's tourism success today and has been a source of both food and trade for centuries.

Historically Dubai was two settlements built on either side of the creek, a 15 kilometre (9.5mile) inlet around which the city's trade developed. Deira is a catch-all term for the area to the north of the Creek, and Bur Dubai refers to the south.

The terms 'Deira side' and 'Bur Dubai side' are still used to differentiate between the areas north and south of the creek.

A little further along the coast, Bur Dubai merges with Jumeirah, where residential, retail and tourist development streches for some 15 kilometres southwards.

When petrodollars began to flow into the emirate in the 1960s, Deira and Bur Dubai developed rapidly, the former becoming, the trade centre and the later the residential area. Today, however all the major developments in the city are taking place on the Bur Dubai side, with projects such as Knowledge village, Media city springing up alongside Sheikh Zayed Road.

Getting around : Taxis are the best way of getting around.Drivers are generally courteous and knowledgeable. All taxis have meters. A growing number of taxis accept credit cards. Public bus service is other option. There are plans for a rail system.

See Here : Unspecified beaches, wadis and water holes easily explored in a day.While dune bashing requires a masterful hand, those not yet skilled can run to nearby any local tour operator for a 4x4 safari with barbecue and belly dancing thrown in for good measures.

The Wonder Bus is an amphibious bus. It is brand new state of the art and is approved by US coast guard and Emirates Marine Services Dubai. It was manufactured in New York State.Passenger capacity of Wonder Bus is 44. The bus is having comfortable & spacious seats, for passenger comfort and a large TV screen inside the bus. It takes you around the beautiful city sights and entertains you to dreamy sceneries of the classy past and the modern present of Dubai.

Wonder Bus is the only Bus in the Word equipped with all the facilities like full internal decoration, air-condition, Internal bathroom, Sound system, TV & DVD player. Professional tour guides who can speak Arabic, English & French will give attention to every details of your event.

Wonder Bus was first time launch in Middle East and second in Asia after Japan (Osaka). The unique experience about riding this bus is that the tour of Dubai takes you around Dubai and also takes you on water, up and down the Dubai Creek.With unparalleled excitement, you are transported from land to sea, while seating on same seat.

In this trip you'll see the beautiful architectures and the historic buildings on the both shores of the creek. The Amphibious Wonder Bus design and build makes your dream come true in magical scenes, with internal air-conditioning and decor that shows our assurance in providing a comfortable surrounding that meets your expectations.

Wonder Bus Trip Schedule:

There are two trips a day of 2.00 hours each. It covers both land and water. There are three tips on official holidays and charter trip is a special trip according to schedule.

The tour starts from the Bur Juman shopping center and takes a round of Shaikh Khalifa Road, Al Wasl Bridge, Wafi City Centre, Al Boom Restaurant before splashing into the Dubai Creek. The tour continues up and the down the Dubai creek before getting back on land, which then takes you past the Creek Park, Dubai Courts, Al Maktoum Bridge, Sheikha Maryam's Palace and then along Seef Road and Sheikh Khalifa Road before returning to BurJuman Centre.

Wonder Bus Tour Expenses:

Child : Dhs. 75 or 22 US$ (children b/w 3-12)
Adult:Dhs. 115 or 33 US$
Family ( 2 adults & 2 children) : 90$
Pick-up and drop-off services are available for people staying in Dubai for a fee of Dhs. 30 (US$ 8.50) per person.

Wonder Bus Tour Policy:

Passengers must arrive before 20 minutes of departure.

Wonder Bus Bad Weather Policy:

When Bad weather causes than Wonder Bus Tours reschedule the ride for anytime that is mutually agreeable. Wonder Bus Tours cannot be responsible for any loss of the client’s in whole or in part. Money will not be refundable.

Break Down:

If there is unavoidable circumstance occurs due to break down, Wonder Bus Tours will reschedule the ride for anytime that is mutually agreeable. If rescheduling is not possible, Wonder Bus Tours will refund the total price of the trip.

Safety In Wonder Bus

Each passenger on the bus has access to his/ her personal life jacket. You will also find fire extinguishers in it. You can avail of the much-needed help in case of an emergency that is provided by the members of the crew and the tourist guides.
Wonder Bus offers you a rare combination of the best experience of both the terrestrial and the marine world. It takes you on a journey through the Dubai Creek.

Desert Safari is a full of desert. Dubai presents a real taste of true heartland of Arabia, Desert Safari. A visit to Dubai is not considered complete without a trip to the Desert Safaris in Dubai. Desert Safari is full of fun adventure and exciting where you experience the thrill of a roller coaster ride on the sand dunes.Dubai Desert Safari is the most exciting and most popular tour in Dubai. It is treat for any one visiting Dubai. You will Experience a thrilling drive in the sand dunes and enjoy a great Dinner and live Belly dance in a desert camp outside Dubai.

Mainly there are 3 types of  Safari. These are as follows:

Evening Desert Safari

Your tour begins at about 4PM, Pick facility is available from your hotel or home in Dubai or Sharjah. You will take a Jeep drive across the majestic sandy dunes just outside Dubai, your experienced Safari driver cum Guide will ensure you enjoy the trip across the undulating sand dunes, After that, stop for Sunset and take photographs and enjoy the some rough but careful tactic of driving in fine sand.

Dubai Overnight Desert Safari

The tour commences when you are picked up from your hotel by our luxury 4X4 Wheel drive vehicle at around 1600 HRS. Your experienced Safari driver will take you for a thrilling ride over the magnificent sand dues, reaching the camp before sunset. Upon arrival at the camp you will have the opportunity to ride on our camels, the fable ships of the desert.

As the sun sink onto the sand we provide a blazing bonfire to drive back the desert night. You will be served a delicious B.B.Q. dinner and entertained by a traditional belly dancer. As the entertained winds down, you can sit back and marvel at the millions of stars in the clear desert sky. The day after, breakfast will be served at sunrise and you depart back for you hotel around 1000 HRS.

Hatta Safari

Start your day with a ride through the desert to the mountainous region of Dubai known as Hatta. There, we drive through deep trenches, where we see million year-old mountains of different arrays of colors. We splash through the flowing waters of the wadis (natural pools) during the drive, and visit a 16th century fort and some agricultural farms. This is followed by a visit to the Hatta Fort Hotel, where we can take a swim and enjoy lunch before we head back to Dubai.
The Hata safari tour, also known as a full day hatta trek, normally lasts for 6 to 7 hours and starts at 8am and finishes at 3pm. The safari requires a minimum of 2 guests and costs Dhs. 270 (US$ 74) for adults and children, but will depend on availability.