Dubai To Abu Dhabi: Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Etihad Tower
Description
Discover Abu Dhabi’s top landmarks on a full-day premium guided tour from Dubai. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan Palace, and the Etihad Towers Observation Deck. Enjoy a scenic Corniche drive, a photo stop at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and pass by Yas Island and Saadiyat Island.
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Itinerary
Discover Abu Dhabi’s past and future on a full-day tour from Dubai. Travel along the scenic Gulf coast as your guide shares stories about the UAE’s capital. Visit the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the largest in the UAE and the third largest mosque in the world, a landmark deeply connected to Emirati culture and faith.
Stop by the Louvre Museum on Saadiyat Island for a photo stop. Go for a walk outside of the biggest museum in the Gulf region and admire its amazing architecture.
The next stop will be a lunch break (at your own expense) at one of the restaurants inside the mosque. You can choose to dine at the restaurant or enjoy the food court options.
A drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche offers you a beautiful view of the Arabian Gulf, its turquoise blue waters, and the skylines.
Visit the stunning Qasr Al Watan Palace, a working presidential palace and cultural landmark in Abu Dhabi. Explore its grand halls, discover UAE traditions, and admire its impressive architecture and historic treasures.
Next, visit the iconic Etihad Towers, a modern landmark on the Abu Dhabi Corniche. Ride up to the 74th floor for breathtaking 360° views of the city, the Emirates Palace, and the Arabian Gulf. It is a sight you will never forget. After a full day of sightseeing and fun, relax as we drive you back to your hotel for a safe and comfortable drop-off.
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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Women should wear long, loose-fitting clothing that covers the arms, legs, and head. A long abaya and scarf will be available to borrow if needed. Men should ensure their shoulders and knees are covered, as clothing will not be provided
- The duration of the tour is 9 to 10 hours, depending on traffic.
- During any Presidential Events, Qasr Al Watan might shut down to the public without any previous announcements as it is a national palace
- Guided tours are not allowed within the palace; your guide will narrate important information about the palace before the visit
- 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(10,206)
Ahmad Hussain was a lovely guide and he was really nice and kind! Even speaks fluent mandarin haha. Enjoyed our day trip to Abu Dhabi and the experience was quite eye opening
Ahmed Hussein was the best guide. Very informative and attentive. It was a great tour that I would highly recommend.
The guide Ahmed Hussein was perfect. He explain everything answering questions, and help us take beautiful pictures. The Tour was very good, every place , every stop was explain by Ahmed Thank you ocean Air for that amazing tour. For sure i will recommand all friend and family.
Hmed Hussein was an excellent tour guide, he gave us lots of information about the history of the city of Abu Dhabi, The mosque and the Royal Palace. He kept us entertained with the country rich history. Will definitely recommend it to our friends and family the next time we come here.
Wonderful day learning about Abu Dhabi, its history, its infrastructure, and plans for the future. Each location we visited was beautiful and there is so much pride that is shared with its tourists. We felt very welcome and all questions were kindly answered. A must do when visiting the area.
Great experience with Ahmed Hussein. He is very knowledgeable of the different sites we visited. He also takes care of all guests and ask if you need anything and offers to take your pictures if needed. Great experience
My partner and I had such a lovely time. Ahmed Huwsein, our tour guide was great!! Ahmed was so helpful and shared so much knowledge of UAE. He also really took the time to make sure we were comfortable and hydrated in this heat. Thank you!
Ahmed Hussein was very knowledgeable and answered all questions well. Great experience! Suggestion: when you get the confirmation from your guide confirm pickup location and time. The system didn't communicate properly.
Such an amazing tour with the guide ahmed hussein who showed us everything in the city in details, Abudhabi is beautiful and i recommend everyone to come and visit
I had an amazing time on this Abu Dhabi tour! Everything was well organized, and I really enjoyed visiting all the beautiful places. The experience was fun, interesting, and unforgettable. A special thanks to our guide, Fesal, who made the tour even better. He was incredibly kind, friendly, and knowledgeable. I especially loved listening to the stories and interesting facts he shared about Abu Dhabi. He explained everything in a very engaging way and made the whole experience enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the UAE. Thank you, Fesal, for making our day so special!
