From Dubai : Abu Dhabi Sightseeing Tour
Description
Discover the cultural heritage and modern wonders of Abu Dhabi, the vibrant capital of the United Arab Emirates, on this full-day guided tour from Dubai. Explore world-famous landmarks, admire Islamic architecture, and enjoy a comfortable journey in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver-guide. Your adventure begins with a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest and most breathtaking mosques in the world, known for its white marble domes, intricate carvings, and stunning chandeliers. Capture unforgettable photos as you drive past the luxurious Emirates Palace, the majestic Qasr Al Watan (Presidential Palace), and the impressive city skyline along the Abu Dhabi Corniche. Immerse yourself in the UAE’s history and traditions at the Heritage Village, a living museum showcasing Bedouin life, crafts, and local culture. Throughout the tour, enjoy panoramic views and photo stops at some of the city’s most iconic locations.
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Itinerary
Our Abu Dhabi City Tour takes you on a fast voyage through a portion of the best attractions the city brings to the table. This tour starts with pick-up from the hotel in Dubai and will drive towards the destination for approximately 2 hours. On the way to Abu Dhabi you will pass through an industrial area called Jebel Ali free zone. Once you reach Abu Dhabi’s border, you will see several stunning plantations all along the wayside and superb villages in the city. The highlight of the tour is the visit at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the 3rd largest Mosque in the world and one of the best architectural landmarks of the capital. The mosque also features an exceptional collection of marble works and the largest carpet in the world designed by Iranian artists. Continue your journey to the fishing Harbour and the open air heritage village, then to the - rich with Abu Dhabi's history.
Pass by to the famous Ferrari World and Yas Island and capture amazing photos
visit at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the 3rd largest Mosque in the world and one of the best architectural landmarks of the capital. The mosque also features an exceptional collection of marble works and the largest carpet in the world designed by Iranian artists.
Visit the Heritage village to experience the traditional aspects of the desert way of life, and immerse yourself in the time capsule that brings to life a souk, a mosque and an encampment from pre-modernized Abu Dhabi. You can shop, explore artifacts and watch artisans making pottery, blowing glass and weaving fabric on a loom. Run by the Emirates Heritage Club, this reconstruction of a traditional oasis village provides an interesting glimpse into the emirate’s past and features public workshops where craftsmen demonstrate traditional skills such as metal work, pottery, weaving and spinning. The craftsmen share their skills with visitors, and occasionally offer them a chance to try them out. The little spice shop within the village offers a range of dried herbs, handmade soaps and plenty of souvenirs to collect.
Visit the fishing Harbour and the open air heritage village then to Museum - rich with Abu Dhabi's history.
It's a lovely walk by track. People even bring snacks and tea and their own chairs and picnic gear. Lovely breeze in the evening. Nice city building view at night. The waterfront Corniche, with its white sandy beaches and generous promenade, stretches the entire length of the northwest shore of the city. Giving spectacular views of the iconic high-rise tower blocks assembled along the seafront, it also offers one of the city's main recreation opportunities with dedicated cycle paths along the promenade and weaving in and out of the Corniche's landscaped gardens. Refreshments are available from the public beaches that punctuate the western section of the road.
Marina Mall, the leading shopping destination in Abu Dhabi, opened in 2001 Located in one of the city’s most prominent districts, the Marina Mall expands over 122,000 sq. m of retail space, housing more than 400 high end and high street stores, a Mercedes-Benz car showroom, specialty shops, bank offices and a hypermarket. Spend the day indulging in one of the many upscale cafes, playing a hand at the state-of-the-art bowling alley or visit the 9-screen VOX cinema. As one of Abu Dhabi’s distinctive landmarks, Marina Mall also offers a range of exciting programming and events that draw in the larger community. Bounce, the trampoline revolution features never-seen-before 40-meter slides, two brand-new slack lines, a zip line for adrenaline junkies and an 18m free-fall experience, open to visitors at Marina Mall.
Located on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, overlooking its own private natural bay, Emirates PalaceHotel is located on 0.8 mi stretch of private beach.
This is the main and biggest market to get dates in Abu Dhabi. The various products of date species are available usually in they market during the season.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup & Transfer Information – Abu Dhabi Day Tour from Dubai Pre-Tour Confirmation: Contact your tour operator at least 24 hours before your tour to confirm your Dubai hotel pickup location and timing. Contact Number: Ensure you provide a working UAE number or active WhatsApp when booking, so the operator can reach you on the day of the tour. Pickup Locations: Pickup is available from centrally located hotels and residences across Dubai, including Deira, Bur Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, Al Barsha, and Palm Jumeirah. Timing Variations: Pickup times may vary depending on your hotel location, traffic conditions, and route planning. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed by your local tour operator. Unavailable Pickup Areas: Pickup is not available from JLT (Jumeirah Lake Towers), Greens, Discovery Gardens, Ibn Battuta, Dubai Investment Park, Jebel Ali, JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle), Nad Al Sheba, or Silicon Oasis. Private Transfers: Guests from areas outside central Dubai (e.g., Jebel Ali, Sharjah, Damac Hills or remote locations) can request private transfers for an additional charge. Shared Tours: For shared Abu Dhabi tours, pickup times may vary by 15–20 minutes due to route optimization and traffic. Ensure timely pickup and smooth transfers to enjoy your Abu Dhabi city sightseeing tour from Dubai. Always carry your passport when travelling.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The mosque enforces a strict dress code. Guests are requested to wear modest and respectful attire
- Failure to comply with the dress code may result in denied entry to the mosque
- The tour includes transportation and sightseeing stops only. For sharing tours, pickup times may vary by 15–30 minutes due to route optimization and traffic.
- FAQs: What should I wear to the mosque? Modest clothing is required. Women must cover arms, legs, and hair. Men must wear long trousers and avoid sleeveless tops
- FAQs: Can I book a private tour? Yes, private tour options are available upon request for a more personalized experience.
- FAQs: Can I bring children on the tour? Yes, the tour is family-friendly. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- FAQs: How long is the tour? typically lasts around 9 hours, including travel time. Please note that hotel pick-up is done on a shared basis, which may take additional time depending on your location and traffic.
- During Ramadan and Islamic holidays, public behavior is regulated. Eating, drinking, and smoking in public during daylight hours is prohibited
- Lunch is not included, but there will be a stop where you can purchase food at your own expense
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Travelers with limited mobility or walking difficulties may find certain stops challenging.
- No eating, drinking, or smoking allowed inside the mosque and inside the tour vehicle.
Reviews(8)
In your information it says you can borrow something to put on your head in the mosque. That is not true any more. You have to buy it. Cheapest is 50 AED. Clothes above the knee it also says. I had a dress right under my knee and I also put a sari around me. That was not ok. Nothing that is wrapped works. I guess they are afraid you could drop it. I managed to go through security but was then asked to leave. Buying a full length dress is about 250-300 AED for the simpliest little thing.
Dear Ann-Christine Reimer, Thank your for taking the time to share your feedback. Just to clarify, our tour never mentioned anything about borrowing something. It is clearly stated to dress accordingly and we will not be responsible should you not be accepted inside due to inappropriate dressng It's important to clarify some misconceptions and emphasize the need to carefully read the fine print. The dress code outlined requires modest attire, including covering up to the feet and wrists. This entails wearing loose long trousers or skirts, long sleeves reaching the ankles or wrists, and for women, covering the head with a scarf. Conversely, shorts, tight or transparent clothing are deemed unacceptable for both men and women. Additionally, visitors must adhere to the dress code upon arrival, as failure to do so may result in denied entry. Furthermore, it's prudent to note that tour timings may fluctuate due to local traffic conditions, with the duration encompassing all pickups and drop-offs. For women specifically, the requirement for long, loose clothing and coverage of arms, legs, and heads at all times should be underscored. Adhering to these guidelines ensures a respectful and comfortable experience for all participants. Remember, always consult the fine print for comprehensive information before embarking on any excursion. Always adhere to the dress code as required. Regards
On January 30th, 2024, I participated in the Abu Dhabi Sightseeing tour. I was a solo traveller. As scheduled, I was picked up from my hotel prior to my pre-determined pick-up time to minimize the impact of Dubai rush hour traffic. Our guide, Jameel Ahmed, was excellent. He is a very good driver, patient, polite, and has a broad knowledge of UAE as a whole. The Abu Dhabi sightseeing tour also quickly turned into a history lecture which all passengers in the car including myself very much appreciated. I would highly recommend him. Cheers
We actually stayed all day in Abu Dhabi, actually it was the only all day tour that really lasted all day kkkk. I only advise the guide that when you have a woman alone in the car with him who avoids invasive conversations, he didn't come to be disrespectful to me but should be more polite. One day before he added me on Instagram and sent a message, but as I did not know who it was I did not accept. For some men, the fact that a woman is traveling alone is a white letter for them to make some kind of investment. I won't name him because I don't want to hurt anyone's employment. Ah and at the end of the tour almost it forces us to rate the Service here on the trip. Teaching us in our own cell phones the step by step of how to make the review.
Basically the only highlight is the mosque in Abu Dhabi. Driver is very friendly but more a bus driver than tour guide.
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We booked our tour from GetYourGuide with OceanAir Tour. Everything has been perfect starting from hotel pick up to transfer to the tour bus and tour itself. Our tour guide, Haseeb, has been above all expectations! Very knowledgeable polite, nice and accommodating. Advice to go with This company for your future trips.
Abu Dhabi is truly a wonderful city with sky rise buildings and awesome Zayed mosque. Emirates palace also a must visit place. Passed by Ferrari world also. Overall a nice experience
Dear Camillesebastian14, Thank you for taking out time and giving a nice feedback. It is very important to us what our guests feel about us so we can make it more better and keep up our services. We are happy to hear from you that you enjoyed your trip and look forward to greet you again soon in near future and exceed your expectations once again. Again thank you for your confidence in our services. Sincerely
Had a chance to visit abu Dhabi city with my family. Great sites to see. Specially sheikh mosque and Emirates palace. Weather was also good. Informative guide. Overall a great family trip
Hi Liakajanedomen370, I'm glad you did came with us and experience an amazing trip! Thank you for your time sharing how your day went. We will always strive to give the best we can. Customer's satisfaction is our top priority. See you again next time Sincerely
