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From Dubai Marina: 1-Hour 45-Minute Alexandra VIP Dhow Cruise with Dinner & Live Show

Alexandra Dhow Cruise with dinner and live entertainment at Dubai Marina.
Couple dining on a Dubai Marina dhow cruise with city skyline in the background.
Alexandra Dhow Cruise with dinner and live entertainment at Dubai Marina, showcasing city skyline views.
Alexandra Dhow Cruise with dinner and live entertainment at Dubai Marina, showcasing illuminated skyline views.

Dine in style aboard a VIP dhow as Dubai Marina glows around you. Savor a grand buffet, sip Arabic coffee, and enjoy a spellbinding Tanoura show.

    • Board the Alexandra Dhow for a VIP dining experience, gliding past Dubai Marina’s skyscrapers as you enjoy a buffet dinner and a live Tanoura dance show.

    • Choose between the open-air upper deck for panoramic skyline views or the air-conditioned lower deck, offering comfort with large windows framing the sights.

    • Select a sunset cruise for golden-hour views or a dinner cruise with an optional hotel transfer upgrade for a seamless evening.

    • Savor a lavish buffet featuring live-grilled chicken, beef kofta, and seafood alongside Arabic mezze, fresh salads, rich desserts, and traditional coffee.

    • Enjoy the show as a Tanoura dancer twirls in a colorful whirl of tradition while you glide past Bluewaters Island, Cayan Tower, and the JBR waterfront.

    • 1-hour 45-minute dhow cruise along Dubai Marina

    • International buffet dinner with live grill (menu here)

    • Welcome drinks & dates

    • Tanoura show

    • Mineral water & soft drinks

    • Hotel transfers (based on selected option)

    • Upper/lower deck seating (based on selected option)

    • Personal expenses
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from India, Romania, United States and over 24 countries have loved this experience
    Tina Heidenreich

    Tina

    4/5

    Apr, 2025

    The View of the Dubai Marina was brilliant, Food was ok. Unfortunately the Musik was super super loud and we did not had the chance to talk
    JAGAN MOHAN KANAKALA

    Jagan

    5/5

    Jan, 2025

    if you’re looking for an entertaining, scenic evening in Dubai with a mix of good food, music, and a lively atmosphere, the Alexander Show Cruise is a solid option. However, as with most touristy activities, it’s a good idea to manage expectations about the food quality and understand that some of the charm comes from the overall experience rather than specific elements.
    ALAIN DEPRESLE

    Alain

    4/5

    Feb, 2025

    A nice walk 👍 but the music is too loud!
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    Gangadhar Salimath

    Gangadhar

    5/5

    Apr, 2025

    Kiran Kanojia

    Kiran

    5/5

    Mar, 2025

  • A night to remember on Dubai Marina

    Step aboard the Alexandra Dhow, a traditional 90-foot dhow, and set sail on a cruise that turns dinner into an experience. The Marina’s skyline comes alive as you glide past its towering skyscrapers, bustling promenades, and luxury yachts drifting through the water. Marvel at the Cayan Tower, take in the energy of JBR’s waterfront, and cruise toward Bluewaters Island, where Ain Dubai stands tall. Whether you’re on the open-air upper deck, feeling the breeze, or inside the air-conditioned lower deck with panoramic views, the sights are nothing short of spectacular.

    Great food and vibes

    A generous buffet awaits, with sizzling grilled meats, rich curries, fresh salads, and indulgent desserts, served alongside Arabic coffee and dates. As you dine, a Tanoura dancer spins in a hypnotic swirl of colors, bringing an authentic touch of Arabian tradition. Choose a sunset cruise for stunning dusk views or a dinner cruise for a front-row seat to Dubai’s dazzling nightlife. With an optional hotel transfer for dinner cruises, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the ride.

  • What to bring

    • Have your Emirates ID or passport ready for a seamless experience.

    • Bring a light jacket or shawl as it might get a bit windy (especially on the upper deck).

    What’s not allowed

    • Outside food and beverages (including alcohol) are prohibited.

    • More than 4 people dancing, opening any of the exit doors, going into the captain's control room, interfering with the crew, leaning over railings, running in the boat, and littering are not allowed on this experience.

    Additional information

    • Improper disposal of cigarette butts or any garbage thrown overboard is liable for a 500 AED fine.

    • It is recommended that you wear casual clothing for this experience.

    • Hotel transfers are available only for guests staying in Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman.

  • You will receive an email confirmation with your vouchers shortly. Please display your vouchers on your mobile phone with valid photo ID at the designated pier on the Dubai Marina Promenade, or at the time of pick-up depending upon the option chosen.

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