From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Guided Tour
Description
This special sightseeing tour takes you to the most celebrated attraction of Abu Dhabi, the prime testimony of Islamic craftsmanship - the majestic & beautiful Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque! A serene place of worship; open for everybody to visit and experience the unique artistic splendor and find a new meaning to peacefulness, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is that rare place which attracts people irrespective of nationality, race, caste & creed! Indeed a once-in-lifetime-visit destination that stands as the pride of UAE's capital city. If you’ve selected the option that includes the Zayed National Museum, your next stop will be this landmark dedicated to the life and legacy of Sheikh Zayed, the founding father of the UAE. Wander through its galleries at your own pace and discover the nation’s history through engaging displays, rare artifacts, and rich cultural exhibits. After your visit, you'll head back to Dubai, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel or a designated location.
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Itinerary
Depart Dubai and journey to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi by modern air-conditioned vehicle. Relax in comfort on the 90-minute drive with your professional guide. On arrival, marvel at the 8th largest mosque in the world. This is one of the significant contemporary Islamic architecture in the world, which accommodates thousands of worshippers at a time. It took 11 years to complete this immense architecture that covers over 30 acres of Land. The incredible view of the Grand Mosque Abu Dhabi will be a feast to your eyes as it exhibits the cultural diversity of Islam with modern architecture and designs. The exterior surface of the Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque is covered with Sivec marble from Greece and Macedonia; its central dome is one of the largest mosque-domes in the world.
Get to the Mosque and watch its rich traditional designs, from floor to ceiling, as the name says its ‘grand’ in every angle. Attractions here are plenty... most notable among them are the world’s largest hand-woven carpet (measuring around 60,570 sq ft. this carpet was hand-woven by about 1,200 - 1,300 carpet knitters), largest marble mosaic floral design in the world, third-largest chandelier in the world (that adorns the main prayer hall), glass panels studded with Swarovski crystals, and many more! The interiors of The Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque are richly decorated with verses of the Holy Quran in three varieties of Arabic calligraphy. As you move around the premises you can see the reflective pools that surround the Mosque, which in turn amplifies its beauty! Overall you will never get tired of exploring the gigantic structural masterpieces. After completing the Mosque visit, you will be dropped back to the selected location/hotel by us.
Discover the UAE’s rich history at the Zayed National Museum.(If option selected)
After this awe-inspiring visit, return to Dubai, where the modern and cosmopolitan atmosphere awaits. The journey between these two iconic cities offers a unique glimpse into the contrasts that define the United Arab Emirates, blending tradition and modernity in a seamless tapestry. This day trip promises an enriching experience that spans both cultural appreciation and urban allure, allowing you to witness the diverse facets that make this region truly remarkable.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Complimentary pickup is available from Dubai city hotels, apartments, and Cruise terminal Dubai ( Port Rashid & Dubai Harbour ). Dubai Airport is available from the Holiday Inn Airport Hotel.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Women should wear long, loose clothing that fully covers the arms, legs, and head. Transparent clothing is strictly prohibited.
- The duration of the tour includes the time required for hotel pick-up and drop off
- Complimentary pick-up is available from hotels in central Dubai
- There is a shuttle bus service to the entrance from the main gate of the palace. Guided tours are not permitted inside the Palace
- Pickup will be from 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM for the Morning option. Please be ready at the hotel lobby by 8:00AM.
- Afternoon tour, the pickup will be from 03:30 PM to 04:15 PM. Please be ready at the hotel lobby by 03:30 PM
- Kindly share your Whatsapp number for easy communication during the pickup
- Pickup is available from all the Dubai City Hotels, Apartments & Cruise Terminals (Port Rashid & Dubai Harbour). Pickup outside the city limit is available for an additional fee
- Tattoos must be covered during the Mosque visit.
- The itinerary is for reference only, and the order may change.
Reviews(1,865)
Our guide was Ahmed and I must say he is a very kind and polite guy; he told us everything about the Sheikh Zayed Mosque with a light touch, while also entertaining us without letting us get bored. He also gave us some tips on how and where to take photos. I must say that we could not have chosen a better tour than theirs. We left from Dubai and arrived in Abu Dhabi in one hour and ten minutes, the visit lasted 1 hour and 30 minutes, and at the end of it we took a lunch break at the shopping center located before entering the mosque, and then we left for Dubai. We went during the week and there were very few people; if possible, I recommend it. Our guide Ahmed spoke in English. Thank you very much for the wonderful experience.
Great guy, highly recommend!
Note 10! I did the Desert Tour and today I visited the Mosque. My experience on both trips with the company Ocean Air was spectacular. I closed the tours directly with them by Whats. I did the tours alone and I do not speak English well, however it was no problem , it was safe and they treated me well at all times, the guide spoke a little Spanish and was attentive in translating to me what was being said in English . Our guide was Nasser Hamdy. He took beautiful photos and videos of all of us in the group.
Thanks, great experience with the guide Nasser!!
You must go to the Grand Mosque while in Dubai, and you must use Oceanair and Abdul as your guide. The communication was excellent and everything was convenient. Abdul was an excellent guy, very courteous and informative.
Amazing with Nasser Hamdy took such lovely pics of me
Best guide! Absolutely stunning! Beautiful architecture, peaceful atmosphere, and an unforgettable experience. A must-visit in Abu Dhabi!
Absolutely amazing tour!! Highly recommended primarily due to our excellent guide Hakim!! Honestly the guides & tour groups are the ones to make or break one's experience and he totally enhanced ours by being informative, accommodating and friendly. We learned a great deal about Dubai's history and we were able to see so much, conveniently wrapped with transportation to & from our hotel. Exactly what we needed for a family with children.
I’m from Taiwan, and my English isn’t very good. Our tour guide Muhammed Ziad was very patient with me.
Great private tour of the magnificent mosque in Abu Dhabi, with our guide Zeeshan who was an excellent guide not only at the mosque but also throughout the journey. Thank you to him for his knowledge and his talent as a photographer 😉
