Dubai to Abu Dhabi Day Trip: Grand Mosque, Palace & Etihad Towers

Overview

With this tour, experience the glorious past, exuberant present and remarkable future of Abu Dhabi. Drive in and out of this well-planned capital city and witness the celebrated landmarks. Highlights: • Discover the grandeur of Islamic architecture by visiting the Sheikh Zayed Mosque. • Drive along the alluring Corniche and soak the charm of Abu Dhabi cityscape. • Spectate the celebrated landmarks of Abu Dhabi. • Explore the sprawling exteriors and grand interiors of Qasr Al Watan. • Experience the breathtaking splendor of the Etihad Tower. • Louvre Museum photo stop

What's included

• ✓Etihad Tower Visit
• ✓Sheikh Zayed Mosque Entry Tickets
• ✓Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
• ✓Cold mineral water
• ✓Qasr Al Watan Visit
• ✓Pick up and drop off to your hotel/ selected location in Dubai
• ✓Professional licensed tour guide of your selected language
• ✓Clean and air-conditioned modern vehicle

• ✕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)

What you'll do

1. 1

   After the prompt pickup from your hotel or selected location in Dubai, move along the Gulf Coast to Abu Dhabi. Get seated in the air-conditioned vehicle comfortably and listen to the tour guide as he narrates fascinating stories about the city during the 90 minutes journey (approx). Drop into the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and admire its breathtaking architecture. Walk into the grand interiors of the mosque which features 82 domes, a humongous mosaic-courtyard, extravagant chandeliers, and wall art.

   ⏱ 1h 30m
2. 2

   Stop by for a quick photostop at the Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi

   ⏱ 10 min
3. 3

   Thereafter a stop will be made at Marina Mall. You can take a break for lunch at the mall’s food court or restaurants (at your own expense).

   ⏱ 1 hour
4. 4

   Then move on to the last attraction of the tour- the majestic Qasr Al Watan Palace. The guide will brief you about the history and significance of the Palace before you enter. Marvel at the sprawling garden of the Palace before entering its exquisite interiors. The enchanting building, located in the premises of Presidential palace, displays artifacts, manuscripts, and other historical documents. Thereafter you will be dropped back to your hotel or selected location in Dubai.

   ⏱ 1h 30m
5. 5

   e Etihad towers, a striking architectural landmark on the Abu Dhabi Corniche, offer dining, stay, and entertaining options in one location. The breathtaking panoramic views of the city, including the view of Emirates Palace, and the Arabian Gulf from the observation deck enchants anyone who comes there.

Availability & pricing

5 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour guiding by professional tour guide Bilingual Languages.
• 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
• 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,company will provide long-local Abaya with scarf(long black dress-attire) if needed which must be retured 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.
• Entry to the Qasr Al Watan may be prohibited during presidential events but will be replaced with Louvre Museum
• We recommend you to avoid booking this tour on a Friday if you have to catch a return flight on the same day. The drop off timing can fluctuate, depending on the traffic.
• Guided tours are not available inside the Palace. Your guide will narrate the significance and history of the palace before you enter its premises.
• 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)
• Tattoos must be covered for the mosque visit
• The itinerary is for reference only, and the order may change.

Cancellation policy

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