Abu Dhabi Full-Day City Tour in a 4x4 Private Vehicle from Dubai
by Our Choice Tourism
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This private full-day tour lasts about eight hours and departs from Dubai, taking you to key sites in Abu Dhabi in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle with air conditioning. A driver-guide accompanies you throughout the day, providing background information about each location. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Dubai. The first stop is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, where you spend about an hour and a half exploring the largest mosque in the country. You can see its white marble surfaces with floral designs, 82 domes, reflective pools, the world’s largest handmade carpet, and the biggest chandelier. The mosque’s open-door policy welcomes visitors to admire its architectural features and Quranic calligraphy. Next, the tour passes by Abu Dhabi’s waterfront Corniche, a stretch of sandy beaches and promenade lined with skyscrapers, offering views of the city’s seafront and landscaped gardens. You then visit the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental for about 45 minutes to see the hotel’s extensive grounds, 114 domes, and lavish interior decorations including chandeliers and handmade carpets. Afterwards, the tour stops at the Heritage Village for 45 minutes. This reconstructed traditional Emirati village displays Bedouin tents, campfires, camels, Arabian horses, artisan crafts like weaving and glass blowing, and a market selling handmade soap, silver jewelry, and traditional clothing. Henna application is also available. You then have 30 minutes at the Abu Dhabi Dates Market, the city’s main spot for dates, where you can find local and regional varieties from Oman and Saudi Arabia. The final stop is a 45-minute photo opportunity at Ferrari World Yas Island. Although entry is not included, you can take pictures of the Ferrari-branded theme park’s distinctive building and learn about its racing-themed attractions. The tour includes bottled water throughout the day. Lunch is not included but can be arranged independently during the stop at a mall. Visitors to the mosque must follow dress codes, such as covering arms and legs. This private tour is exclusive to your group and covers travel time in the total duration.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
The largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates, featuring 82 domes and white marble with floral inlays. It houses the world’s largest handmade carpet and biggest chandelier, both crafted with intricate detail. The mosque has reflective water pools around its courtyard and Quranic calligraphy in gold leaf on the domes. Visitors are welcome to explore its prayer hall and exterior architecture during a 90-minute stop.
90 min
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
This landmark hotel spans over one kilometer from wing to wing and covers 100 hectares of gardens and grounds. It features 114 domes, including a central dome 72.6 meters high. The interior is decorated with gold, mother of pearl, and crystals, including 1,002 chandeliers. The hotel has two handmade carpets each weighing a tonne. Visitors spend about 45 minutes viewing the hotel’s exterior and public areas.
45 min
Emirates Heritage Village
A reconstructed traditional Emirati village showcasing Bedouin lifestyle elements such as tents, campfires, and animals like camels, Arabian horses, and goats. The village offers artisan exhibits including weaving and glass blowing. Visitors can shop for handmade soap, silver jewelry, and traditional clothing, and also get traditional henna designs. The visit lasts about 45 minutes.
45 min
The Corniche
A waterfront promenade along Abu Dhabi’s northwest shore featuring white sandy beaches and landscaped gardens. The Corniche includes dedicated cycle paths and offers views of the city’s high-rise buildings along the seafront. Refreshments are available at public beaches along the route.
Abu Dhabi Dates Market
The largest market in Abu Dhabi for dates and date products, including varieties sourced from Oman and Saudi Arabia. The stop is approximately 30 minutes, allowing time to browse the seasonal date selections.
30 min
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
The world’s first Ferrari-branded theme park with rides, simulators, live shows, and racing memorabilia. This indoor, climate-controlled venue includes two stores and several Italian restaurants. The tour includes a 45-minute photo stop outside the park; entry is not included.
45 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Abu Dhabi Full-Day City Tour in a 4x4 Private Vehicle from Dubai
by Our Choice Tourism
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$299Overview
This private full-day tour lasts about eight hours and departs from Dubai, taking you to key sites in Abu Dhabi in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle with air conditioning. A driver-guide accompanies you throughout the day, providing background information about each location. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Dubai. The first stop is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, where you spend about an hour and a half exploring the largest mosque in the country. You can see its white marble surfaces with floral designs, 82 domes, reflective pools, the world’s largest handmade carpet, and the biggest chandelier. The mosque’s open-door policy welcomes visitors to admire its architectural features and Quranic calligraphy. Next, the tour passes by Abu Dhabi’s waterfront Corniche, a stretch of sandy beaches and promenade lined with skyscrapers, offering views of the city’s seafront and landscaped gardens. You then visit the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental for about 45 minutes to see the hotel’s extensive grounds, 114 domes, and lavish interior decorations including chandeliers and handmade carpets. Afterwards, the tour stops at the Heritage Village for 45 minutes. This reconstructed traditional Emirati village displays Bedouin tents, campfires, camels, Arabian horses, artisan crafts like weaving and glass blowing, and a market selling handmade soap, silver jewelry, and traditional clothing. Henna application is also available. You then have 30 minutes at the Abu Dhabi Dates Market, the city’s main spot for dates, where you can find local and regional varieties from Oman and Saudi Arabia. The final stop is a 45-minute photo opportunity at Ferrari World Yas Island. Although entry is not included, you can take pictures of the Ferrari-branded theme park’s distinctive building and learn about its racing-themed attractions. The tour includes bottled water throughout the day. Lunch is not included but can be arranged independently during the stop at a mall. Visitors to the mosque must follow dress codes, such as covering arms and legs. This private tour is exclusive to your group and covers travel time in the total duration.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
The largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates, featuring 82 domes and white marble with floral inlays. It houses the world’s largest handmade carpet and biggest chandelier, both crafted with intricate detail. The mosque has reflective water pools around its courtyard and Quranic calligraphy in gold leaf on the domes. Visitors are welcome to explore its prayer hall and exterior architecture during a 90-minute stop.
90 min
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
This landmark hotel spans over one kilometer from wing to wing and covers 100 hectares of gardens and grounds. It features 114 domes, including a central dome 72.6 meters high. The interior is decorated with gold, mother of pearl, and crystals, including 1,002 chandeliers. The hotel has two handmade carpets each weighing a tonne. Visitors spend about 45 minutes viewing the hotel’s exterior and public areas.
45 min
Emirates Heritage Village
A reconstructed traditional Emirati village showcasing Bedouin lifestyle elements such as tents, campfires, and animals like camels, Arabian horses, and goats. The village offers artisan exhibits including weaving and glass blowing. Visitors can shop for handmade soap, silver jewelry, and traditional clothing, and also get traditional henna designs. The visit lasts about 45 minutes.
45 min
The Corniche
A waterfront promenade along Abu Dhabi’s northwest shore featuring white sandy beaches and landscaped gardens. The Corniche includes dedicated cycle paths and offers views of the city’s high-rise buildings along the seafront. Refreshments are available at public beaches along the route.
Abu Dhabi Dates Market
The largest market in Abu Dhabi for dates and date products, including varieties sourced from Oman and Saudi Arabia. The stop is approximately 30 minutes, allowing time to browse the seasonal date selections.
30 min
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
The world’s first Ferrari-branded theme park with rides, simulators, live shows, and racing memorabilia. This indoor, climate-controlled venue includes two stores and several Italian restaurants. The tour includes a 45-minute photo stop outside the park; entry is not included.
45 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.