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Abu Dhabi small-group guided day trip from Dubai with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Qasr Al Watan
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Abu Dhabi small-group guided day trip from Dubai with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Qasr Al Watan

by ABC Tourism LLC

10 hours
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Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This full-day bus tour from Dubai visits Abu Dhabi, the capital and largest city of the United Arab Emirates. The tour highlights the city's architecture and culture, starting with a photo stop at the Abrahamic Family House in the Cultural District, followed by a 15-minute exterior visit at the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum. The bus then drives around Yas Island to view the Formula 1 racetrack at Yas Marina Circuit. The tour includes a one-hour visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, known for its white marble and architectural elements inspired by Morocco, Algeria, India, and Pakistan. Visitors can also spend 30 minutes at Emirates Heritage Village, where they see traditional crafts and local artifacts such as coins, weapons, and pottery. The 60-minute visit to Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential Palace, is included for those who select the option to enter the building. Throughout the day, a professional English-speaking guide provides commentary and information. Transportation includes hotel pickup and drop-off within Dubai city limits and the cruise terminal. Ladies receive an abaya to wear for the mosque visit, which must be returned after the tour. Lunch is not included but can be purchased at Marina Mall or prebooked at a deluxe hotel buffet. Entry fees to sites like Ferrari World, Louvre museum interiors, and Emirates Palace are not covered. Guests should follow the dress code requirements, and oversized luggage must be declared in advance.

Highlights

Full-day small-group bus tour from Dubai to Abu Dhabi
Entry to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Heritage Village
Option to enter Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace included
Photo stops at Abrahamic Family House and Louvre Abu Dhabi
Drive around Yas Island to see Formula 1 racetrack
Hotel pickup and drop off within Dubai city limits

What's included

Visit to Marina Mall for lunch at own cost or optional 5-star buffet at deluxe hotel
Photo stop at Emirates Palace and Etihad Towers
Professional English-speaking tour guide on shared basis
Pickup and drop off from Dubai hotels, cruise terminal, central apartments, and residences
Abaya provided for women to wear at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, to be returned
Photo stops at Abrahamic Family House and Louvre Abu Dhabi museum exterior
Entry to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Heritage Village included
Qasr Al Watan palace admission included for those who book the palace visit option
Drive through Yas Island to view Formula 1 racetrack

What's not included

Lunch is not included but can be added for extra charge
Tickets for Ferrari World, Louvre museum interior, and Emirates Palace are not included
Oversize luggage beyond medium shoulder bags must be declared in advance and may incur charges
Pickup outside Dubai city limits or other emirates is not included
Visits to shopping areas with high prices like dates market and Islamic art center are excluded
Entry to Abrahamic Family House is subject to availability

Itinerary

1

Qasr Al Watan

Spend about one hour at Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential Palace of the UAE. This site is a cultural and architectural landmark as well as an educational center. Admission inside the palace is included for guests who select this option.

60 min

2

Abrahamic Family House

Stop for 15 minutes at the Abrahamic Family House in the Cultural District, a landmark symbolizing peaceful coexistence.

15 min

3

Emirates Heritage Village

Visit the Emirates Heritage Village for 30 minutes. This includes entry to see collections of coins, medals, weapons, pottery, and local clothing. Watch demonstrations of weaving, dhow making, sword crafting, pottery, glasswork, and leather bag production.

30 min

4

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center

Spend one hour visiting the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, known for its white marble and detailed craftsmanship inspired by North African and South Asian architecture. The mosque is a key landmark of Abu Dhabi.

60 min

5

Yas Island

Drive around Yas Island to view and photograph the Yas Marina Circuit, the Formula 1 racetrack featured in the Fast & Furious movie.

6

Louvre Abu Dhabi

Stop briefly for 15 minutes outside the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum, an architectural landmark and the only art museum of its kind in the Middle East.

15 min

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
Visitors must wear clothing that covers feet and wrists; long trousers, skirts, and sleeves are required. Women must wear a headscarf; shorts, tight or transparent clothing are not allowed.
Men must wear shirts and full-length pants; shorts and transparent clothing are not permitted. There is an option to pre-book Arabic local dress for an additional fee.
The local agency will email the exact pickup time and location at least 12 hours before the tour. Guests without email access may contact the local agent by phone or WhatsApp between 08.00 am and 08.00 pm UAE time using their BR code.
Pickup from residential apartments and Dubai airport terminals is not allowed by law; guests must meet at nearby hotels.
The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
The tour is only available to tourists visiting Dubai; residents are not eligible.
Original passports must be carried for border crossing to Abu Dhabi.
Pickup and drop off is not provided for locations outside Dubai city limits, including Dubai International City, Hatta, Jumeirah Village, Silicon Oasis, Sports City, Dragon Mall, Studio City, Production Zone, Jebel Ali Report, Deira Islands, and residential apartments. Guests must use designated common pickup points such as Deira City Center IBIS Hotel, Four Points Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Address Hotel Dubai Marina, or Ibn Battuta Mall.
Photography is allowed only outside Louvre Abu Dhabi and Ferrari World; Louvre is closed on Mondays.
Qasr Al Watan is closed on UAE National Day and public holidays.
There is no pickup or drop off for bookings with 01 person. Guests must report to common pickup and drop off points.
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