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Abu Dhabi Day Trip from Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Grand Qasr Al Watan Palace & Etihad Towers
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Abu Dhabi Day Trip from Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Grand Qasr Al Watan Palace & Etihad Towers

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9 hours
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9 hours
Meet at Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street,
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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9 hours
Meet at Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street,
$210.60$234Save 10%
2 adults × $105.30
All taxes and fees included
9 hours
Meet at Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street,
$210.60$234Save 10%
2 adults × $105.30
All taxes and fees included
9 hours
Meet at Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street,
$210.60$234Save 10%
2 adults × $105.30
All taxes and fees included
9 hours
Meet at Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street,
$210.60$234Save 10%
2 adults × $105.30
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This full-day bus tour lasts about 9 hours and includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel or selected location in Dubai. The tour begins with a drive along the Gulf Coast to Abu Dhabi while a licensed guide shares information about the city. The first stop is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, where visitors spend about 90 minutes exploring its 82 domes, large mosaic courtyard, chandeliers, and wall art. After the mosque visit, the tour continues with a drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche, offering views of the skyline and Arabian Gulf. There is a brief photo stop at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Next, the group stops at Marina Mall for about an hour where lunch can be purchased independently. The tour then proceeds to Qasr Al Watan Palace for a 90-minute visit. Before entering, the guide explains the palace’s history and significance. Visitors can see the palace gardens and explore the interiors featuring artifacts, manuscripts, and historical documents. The final stop is the Etihad Towers, where guests spend around 45 minutes on the observation deck, which provides panoramic views of the city, Emirates Palace, and the Arabian Gulf. The tour concludes with a return to the pickup location in Dubai. The tour uses a modern, air-conditioned vehicle and includes entry tickets to the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Qasr Al Watan, and Etihad Towers. Cold mineral water is provided. Entry inside Emirates Palace is not included, and the guide does not conduct tours inside the palace. Lunch and any extra expenses are not covered. The itinerary order may vary and dress codes for mosque visits are strictly enforced.

Highlights

Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with entry tickets included
Drive along Abu Dhabi Corniche with city skyline views
Photo stop at Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum
Lunch break at Marina Mall (own expense)
Visit Qasr Al Watan Palace grounds and interiors
Observation deck visit at Etihad Towers

What's included

Entry tickets to Qasr Al Watan Palace
Entry tickets to Etihad Towers
Entry tickets to Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Cold mineral water provided
Hotel or selected location pickup and drop-off in Dubai
Licensed professional guide in selected language
Visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Transportation in clean, air-conditioned modern vehicle

What's not included

Entry inside Emirates Palace (only drive-by included)
Lunch not included and at own expense
Guided tour inside Qasr Al Watan Palace not provided
Any additional services or expenses not listed
Tipping is optional and not mandatory

Itinerary

1

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center

After pickup in Dubai, the tour travels along the Gulf Coast to Abu Dhabi in an air-conditioned bus. The guide provides commentary about the city during the approximately 90-minute journey. Visitors then spend about 90 minutes exploring Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which features 82 domes, a large mosaic courtyard, chandeliers, and detailed wall art.

90 min

2

Louvre Abu Dhabi

There is a brief stop at the Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi for a photo opportunity.

10 min

3

Marina Mall

The group stops at Marina Mall for around an hour. Visitors can buy lunch at the food court or restaurants, which are not included in the tour price.

60 min

4

Qasr Al Watan

The tour continues to Qasr Al Watan Palace where the guide explains its history and significance before entry. Visitors see the palace gardens and then explore the interiors, which display artifacts, manuscripts, and historical documents. This stop lasts about 90 minutes before returning to Dubai.

90 min

5

Etihad Towers

The tour includes a 45-minute visit to Etihad Towers on the Abu Dhabi Corniche. The observation deck offers panoramic views of the city skyline, Emirates Palace, and the Arabian Gulf.

45 min

6

The Corniche

Following the mosque visit, the tour drives along the Abu Dhabi Corniche, providing views of the city skyline and the harbor with the Arabian Gulf.

Languages

German (guide)English (guide)Italian (guide)French (guide)Spanish (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
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
The tour is conducted by a professional guide fluent in two languages.
Pickup occurs between 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM; guests should be in the hotel lobby by 8:00 AM. On Fridays, pickup is between 10:30 AM and 11:15 AM.
Mosques enforce strict dress codes: women must wear long, loose clothing covering arms and legs and keep their heads covered at all times. The company provides a long local Abaya with scarf (long black dress-attire) if required, which must be returned. Men must cover shoulders and not expose above their knees. Noncompliance will result in denied entry. The company does not supply clothing for men.
Access to Qasr Al Watan may be restricted during presidential events and will be substituted with a visit to the Louvre Museum.
It is advised not to book this tour on a Friday if a return flight is scheduled the same day, as drop-off times may vary due to traffic.
No guided tours are permitted inside the Palace; the guide will provide historical and contextual information before entry.
Guests should provide their WhatsApp number to facilitate communication at pickup.
Mosque operating hours from Saturday to Thursday are 9:00 am to 10:00 pm, with last entry at 9:30 pm.
On Fridays, the mosque is open from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (last entry 11:30 am) and again from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm (last entry 9:30 pm).
Visitors must have all tattoos covered when entering the mosque.
The itinerary is indicative only and the sequence of stops may be altered.
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