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From Dubai: Abu Dhabi City Tour with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Name: From Dubai: Abu Dhabi City Tour with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Start: 2025-01-23T08:00:00
End: 2025-01-23T18:00:00
Location: Dubai

Qasr al Watan's grand facade with intricate architectural details in Abu Dhabi.

Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi exterior with palm trees and grand entrance.

Etihad Towers skyline view in Abu Dhabi with modern skyscrapers and cityscape.

New to Abu Dhabi and overwhelmed by everything you want to see? This tour is a perfect introduction to the magnificent city.

Highlights

Go for an afternoon or morning day tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai with an English guide and feel the spiritual serenity of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
Marvel at the opulence of Qasr Al Watan, the Crown Prince's residence, and stop by Etihad Towers as you admire its architecture.
Discover the Emirati culture at the Dates Market and the Heritage Village and take a photo stop at Emirates Palace Hotel, one of the world's most luxurious hotels.
Drive through Yas Island, renowned for the Formula 1 Grand Prix and the iconic Ferrari World, and upgrade to enjoy lunch at Yas Mall or Marina Mall, the biggest mall in Abu Dhabi.
Fun fact: The 'Spirit of Collaboration' chamber at Qasr Al Watan Palace has a massive chandelier embellished with more than 25,000 crystals.

Inclusions

Full-day morning/afternoon tour of Abu Dhabi
Entry to Sheikh Zayed Mosque
English-speaking guide
Round-trip shared transfers from Dubai
Lunch (as per option selected)

cancellation policy

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

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Yael

5/5

Dec, 2024

Thank you for your good service verry panctual and fast service with a good guide zedic and a delicious food and non stop giving us water .

Dmitrij

5/5

Dec, 2024

Great full day trip to Abu Dhabi. Would like to say thanks to our guide Sreekanth who was very helpful and knowledgeable throughout all journey.

Ion

5/5

Dec, 2024

Was better than expected! The guide provided a lot of details on the history of the city, how it grew from desert to current state. I highly recommend it.

Mohammed

5/5

Nov, 2024

Younaz was a great host and definitely knowledgeable. He made sure that all requests made were adhered too. Will definitely book again. Keep up the good work.

Sabrina

5/5

Nov, 2024

Excellent experience for a first visit to discover the city of Abu Dhabi. The visit to the Sheikh Zayed mosque was particularly appreciated and the guide was very attentive and explained every detail of this extraordinary architectural jewel. Thanks to the agency that picked us up from our respective hotels in Dubai, I highly recommend them.

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Your experience

Experience the beauty of Abu Dhabi

Experience the luxury of UAE’s largest city on this afternoon or morning guided tour. Begin your journey relaxed with a hotel pickup from Dubai and head to the ever-famous Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the most beautiful mosques in the world. Learn from your guide about the marble-clad structure featuring extensive Islamic art and carvings.

Next, head to Qasr al Watan, also known as the Palace of the Nation is a majestic cultural landmark of the UAE. You will be welcomed into the spectacular Great Hall as soon as you pass through the palace’s imposing archways. The interiors boast opulent halls and chambers featuring ornate carvings, domes, and grand chandeliers. Drive past Yas Island and see the Ferrari park – the largest theme park before stopping at Yas Mall. Here you will get the opportunity to spend some time doing much-needed shopping or grab a bite with the option to include lunch.

Learn about the city’s culture

Drive along the Corniche and pass by elegant white mosques, glass-covered buildings, high-rise apartments, the opulence of the Emirates Palace, the Palace of Emir and so much more. Take a tour of the Dates Market, where you can sample and purchase a variety of local dates. End your tour by visiting Heritage Village, a reconstructed traditional Emirati village that provides a glimpse into the traditional way of life in Abu Dhabi before the discovery of oil. The village features a museum, a souk, and a traditional Bedouin camp, allowing visitors to learn about the history and culture of the region.

Itinerary

Morning Tour

8am-9am: Pick-up from hotel in Dubai
11am: Entry to Sheikh Zayed Mosque
1pm: Yas Mall or Marina Mall lunch stop (based on the selected option)
Sights covered:
- Qasr Al Watan photo stop
- Heritage Village visit
- Marjan Gallery visit
- Corniche drive-through
- Emirates Palace photo stop
- Qasr Al Hosn visit
- Ferrari World/ Yas Island photo stop
- Etihad Tower photo stop
7pm: Drop-off at hotel in Dubai

Afternoon Tour

11am-12pm: Pick-up from Dubai
1:30pm: Entry to Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Yas Mall or Marina Mall lunch stop (based on the selected option)
Sights covered:
- Qasr Al Watan photo stop
- Heritage Village visit
- Marjan Gallery visit
- Corniche drive-through
- Emirates Palace photo stop
- Etihad Tower photo stop
- Ferrari World/ Yas Island photo stop
7pm-8pm: Return from Abu Dhabi

Know before you go

Accessibility

Lockers, wheelchair & stroller accessibility, baby changing, and feeding room.

What to bring

It is recommended to wear sunglasses during your visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
For women, it is recommended to wear a traditional robe (abaya) and a headscarf (shayla). If you do not have your own, these garments will be provided to you.
When you visit the mosque you should completely cover your arms, legs, and hair.
For men, it is recommended to wear long trousers and long sleeves.

What’s not allowed

Travel light – luggage storage is unavailable due to limited space on this experience.
Overt display of affection is not allowed inside Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Note: No transparent clothing, half sleeves, skirts, beach wear, jeans, or tight clothing is allowed inside the mosque.
Smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
Photographing local women is not allowed.
Consumption of food and drink is not permitted in the great hall or exhibition rooms of Qasr Al Watan. You can only consume in restaurant areas of the palace and in the gardens.
Pets or animals are not allowed in the Palace or the Palace grounds of Qasr Al Watan.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Meeting Point (If not Opted for Hotel Transfers)

Meet your guide at Dubai Internet Metro City
Address: Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups.
In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
Hotel Pick ups is applicable to all hotels in Dubai Deira / Bur Dubai / Downtown / Sheikh Zayed Road / Mall of Emirates / Jumeirah / Palm Jumeirah / Marina area.
Additional charge of USD 15 applies for pick up from Sharjah, Jebel Ali or Ajman Hotels (to be paid at pickup).
Drop off areas are Emirates mall, Dubai Mall, Burjuman and Deira City Center.
On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 15 mins prior to your scheduled departure.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.