Abu Dhabi Small-Group Day Trip from Dubai: Explore Historic Sites and Immerse in Arabian Culture
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Abu Dhabi
Immerse yourself in Arabian culture on a small-group day trip from Dubai to Abu Dhabi. Explore historic sites, visit the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, marvel at the opulent Emirates Palace, and soak up the Arabian heritage at Qasr Al Watan.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - Embark this exhilarating tour to the highlight destinations of Abu Dhabi with a brief pickup from your hotel or selected location in Dubai by our tour representative in an air-conditioned vehicle. As you travel to your first destination along the Gulf coast of Abu Dhabi, listen to the region’s rich history and culture. Let’s visit the architectural beauty of the country’s largest mosque- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which is known as the acclaimed symbol of contemporary Islam. The place offers a feast to eyes as it blends the cultural diversity of Islamic art and contemporary design. The mosque is also famous for two official world records namely, the largest chandelier and the world’s largest handmade carpet.
  • The Corniche - You will be driven to the next destination, Abu Dhabi Corniche. Feel relaxed seeing the sweeping curve of clean water harbor, pearl white sand beaches and the beautiful promenade that stretches the Northwest city shore. We are sure this location is going to be a picture-perfect background for your photos (photo stop).
  • Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi - Emirates Palace is a highly celebrated destination in the UAE. Get a chance to pose in front of this eminent destination and take a lot of photos. The place provides a savor of admirable experience and a delightful gallery for you to cherish.
  • Marina Mall - Next stop will be Marina mall where you can take a lunch break (at your own expenses) dine at the mall Restaurants or the food court options.
  • Qasr Al Watan - Now that your appetite is full, you will be taken to the next destination, Qasr Al Watan. The Palace is the reflection of Emiratis and their leaders. Absorb the essence of culture, architectural features and the awe-inspiring history of Emirates. Learn about the amazing journey of the spurring Arabian design to the present state. Peep to the Emirati governance and culture through the exhibits of Palace.

As the journey has come to an end, you will be dropped back to your hotel or selected location to relish in the memories of today’s trip.

What's Included
  • Explore the grand Qasr Al Watan Palace.
  • Photo opportunity at the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Mosque (conditional on COVID-19 regulations).
  • Convenient pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or selected location in Dubai.
  • Guided tour with a professional licensed guide, in your chosen language.
  • Travel in comfort with a clean, air-conditioned modern vehicle.
What's Not Included
  • Entry inside Emirates Palace (only pass over)
  • Lunch (at your own expense)
  • Guided tour inside the Qasr Al Watan Palace
  • Any extra services or expenses not mentioned above
  • Tipping (not mandatory)
Additional Information

Embark on an 8-hour guided tour of Abu Dhabi’s top attractions from Dubai. Delight in the stunning architecture of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the grandeur of the Emirates Palace and other significant landmarks of Abu Dhabi.

Highlights

Explore the largest mosque in the country, the ‘Sheikh Zayed Mosque’

Be awed by the grandiose splendour of the luxurious Emirates Palace

Experience a relaxing drive by the Abu Dhabi Corniche

Immerse yourself in the rich Arabian heritage and culture at Qasr Al Watan

  • The tour guiding by professional tour guide Bilingual Languages.
  • Mosques Dress Code. Mosques have very strict dress codes, when visiting; Women must wear long loose clothing, insure their arms and legs are fully covered. Women are also required to their heads at all times. However, if needed the company will provide long-local Abaya with a scarf (long black dress-attire) which must be returned back. Men must not show above their knees and cover their shoulders. Failure to do so will result in refused entry. Company does not provide any kind of clothes to men. Tattoos are to be covered.
  • Entry to the Qasr Al Watan may be prohibited during presidential events but will be replaced with Louvre Museum
  • There is a shuttle bus service to the entrance from the main gate of the palace.
  • Guided tours are not allowed within the palace; your guide will narrate important information about the palace before the visit.
  • It is not recommended to book this tour on a Friday if you have a return flight on that day as the drop-off time is dependent on traffic and can not be guaranteed
  • The pickup time will be from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM. Please be ready at the hotel lobby by 8:00 AM. On Fridays, you will be picked up from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
  • Kindly share your WhatsApp number for easy communication during the pickup
  • Mosque Hours: Sat to Thu: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm (Last entry 9:30 pm)
  • Fri: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Last entry 11:30 am) & from 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Last entry 9:30 pm)
Location
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ester_o
May 10, 2024
Thank you Viator - Our tour was good & informative. Shakil, our tour director was pleasant & gave us historical informations about Abu Dhabi. We were pleased about the tour w/c of course has a lot to do w/ the tour director. Thank you Viator. Will 100% recommend your company to friends & families.
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Anonymous
Mar 24, 2024
Awesome experience - This was an amazing day full of adventure. The guide great. The group was great. The mosque was Beautiful.
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Humbleman
Mar 21, 2024
Noor is a good and funny... - Noor is a good and funny tour guide and provided us with information narratives on Abu Dahbi. The tour was in pleasant pace and the visiting sites were amazing, especially the grand mosque!
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Lesley_r
Mar 20, 2024
An excellent day in Abu Dhabi - I was picked up in a shuttle taxi and delivered to the tour bus right on time. Very professional guide (David) and excellent drivers, both in the taxi and on the bus. The sites in Abu Dhabi were amazing. We were given sufficient time at each stop saw a lot in the one day. Well worth it!
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Wade_b
Mar 6, 2024
Subpare - The trip was awesome The guide and driver was great....only thing I wasn't happy with was it was 12hrs and kinda boring 😴
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Koneil27
Feb 27, 2024
Do this tour! - Took the 10am tour on 2/25. Our guide was not only very professional and amiable, but also extremely knowledgable about each of the places we visited. Learned a lot about the UAE and the Emirate people. Would highly recommend an Ocean Air tour to anyone looking to explore the UAE.
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Hitesh_p
Feb 3, 2024
Majestic views of Abu Dhabi - Beautiful trip to Abu Dhabi - and the tour guide was phenomenal. This was our second experience with Ocean Air and once again exceeded all our expectations. Extremely happy that my friends and I decided to include this trip in our itinerary rather than spending our whole holiday only in Dubai.
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Benekcelebi
Jan 23, 2024
Was nice - It was nice.Haseeb is amazing great person, great guide. Very professional, very polite, very friendly, knowledgeable
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Alexanderb1584
Jan 20, 2024
Wonderful Tour with a Great Tour Guide - Mohamed Hafez was an excellent tour guide. I always have a lot of questions when I go on a tour and Mohamed was very knowledgeable about the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Hoping you all get paired with Mohamed! I've been to beautiful places like Vatican City (and 15 other countries), but the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was by far the most beautiful building I have ever seen. I strongly recommend this tour.
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Thomas_h
May 17, 2024
Very enjoyable tour of Abu Daubi, seeing in all the highlights in a day - Visiting both the palace and the mosque. Both were extremely informational. Guide was very knowledgeable and eager to share his knowledge with us.
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