Mleiha Archaeological Tour

Your tour begins at the Archaeological Centre to get up close with historical finds and learn about the region. Then step outside and head back in time to experience Mleiha through the ages, visiting Stone Age caves, pre-Islamic sites, Bronze Age tombs and more.

Key Highlights

• Guided tour of Mleiha Archaeological Centre to explore exhibits of significant historical finds.
• Visit Stone Age caves, pre-Islamic community sites, Bronze Age tombs, and more.
• Tour could include historical horse and camel graves, a farmhouse with kitchen, a community village, and the Mleiha fort.
• Learn about ancient lifestyles, burial practices, and Mleiha’s significance as an ancient trading hub.

Unique Selling Points

• Currently the only tour in the UAE that explores multiple historical eras in a single experience.
• Knowledgeable guides provide rich insights and context for sites and artefacts.
• Combines indoor museum exploration with outdoor archaeological site visits.
• Suitable for history enthusiasts of all ages and knowledge levels.

Duration

Up to 1.5 hours.

Itinerary

• Orientation and introduction to exhibits in the museum.
• Outdoor visit to surrounding archaeological sites where many of the museum artefacts were originally found.

Points to Note

• The museum is wheelchair accessible, but archaeological sites are on unpaved ground and may not be accessible to wheelchair users.
• Guided tours are available in English or Arabic; confirm language preference when booking.
• Guests should follow guide instructions and not take or disturb artefacts and sites.
• Parts of the tour are outdoors; prepare for sun exposure and weather changes.

Transportation Details

• Type of Vehicle: Air-conditioned van or SUV between sites. Larger groups arriving by coach may use their own coach, led by our SUV.
• Parking: Guests can park at the Centre.
• Meeting Point: Front desk check-in, disclaimer forms, then meet the guide.

Customer Profile

• Age: All ages.
• Interests: History, archaeology, ancient cultures, outdoor exploration.
• Fitness Level: Basic (ability to walk and climb a few steps).

Group Size

• Minimum: 1 person.
• Maximum: 20 people per tour group (larger groups may be split).

Required Information for Booking

• Number of participants.
• Preferred tour date and time.
• Language preference for the guided tour.
• Any special requests or accessibility needs.

Recommended Clothing and Gear

• Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing.
• Flat shoes suitable for walking on unpaved ground.
• High heels are not advised.
• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).

Availability

• First tour starts at 9 AM.
• Last tour begins 1.5 hours before sunset.
• The tour may be shared with other guests.
• Exclusive tours may be arranged at an additional charge.