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From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Qasr Al Watan Palace, Grand Mosque & Etihad Towers
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Stop At: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street, 5th St, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
You will be picked from your hotel or preferred location to begin the trip. Enjoy the scenic views and relax during the 90-minute (approx.) drive from Dubai to Abu Dhabi. Begin the Abu Dhabi exploration with Sheikh Zayed Mosque and marvel at its exquisite Islamic Architecture. Stroll through the spacious hallways of the mosque and relish the serenity of its interiors. Admire the extravagant decorations such as captivating wall arts, get a look at the world’s third-largest chandelier decked with Swarovski crystals and the world’s largest carpet beautifully laid in the prayer hall.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Etihad Towers, Corniche West St Opp Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
After that, drop into Marina Mall and enjoy a delicious lunch at your own expense at one of the mall’s eateries. Afterward, proceed to Etihad Towers, a complex of five opulent skyscrapers. Enjoy the grand view of the building before entering its Observation deck located on the 74th floor. Spectate the stunning city of Abu Dhabi and its famed landmarks such as the Emirates Palace and the Presidential Palace from the vantage point.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Qasr Al Watan, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi 001 United Arab Emirates
Next, visit Qasr Al Watan, also known as the “Palace of the Nation.” The spectacular palace offers a glance into the Arabian heritage, history and a timeline of events that framed the nation of the UAE. Enjoy the splendid displays in the palace, discern the richness of Emirati history and witness intricate craftsmanship. After that you will be dropped back to your hotel or preferred location.
Duration: 1 hour
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street, 5th St, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
You will be picked from your hotel or preferred location to begin the trip. Enjoy the scenic views and relax during the 90-minute (approx.) drive from Dubai to Abu Dhabi. Begin the Abu Dhabi exploration with Sheikh Zayed Mosque and marvel at its exquisite Islamic Architecture. Stroll through the spacious hallways of the mosque and relish the serenity of its interiors. Admire the extravagant decorations such as captivating wall arts, get a look at the world’s third-largest chandelier decked with Swarovski crystals and the world’s largest carpet beautifully laid in the prayer hall.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Etihad Towers, Corniche West St Opp Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
After that, drop into Marina Mall and enjoy a delicious lunch at your own expense at one of the mall’s eateries. Afterward, proceed to Etihad Towers, a complex of five opulent skyscrapers. Enjoy the grand view of the building before entering its Observation deck located on the 74th floor. Spectate the stunning city of Abu Dhabi and its famed landmarks such as the Emirates Palace and the Presidential Palace from the vantage point.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Qasr Al Watan, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi 001 United Arab Emirates
Next, visit Qasr Al Watan, also known as the “Palace of the Nation.” The spectacular palace offers a glance into the Arabian heritage, history and a timeline of events that framed the nation of the UAE. Enjoy the splendid displays in the palace, discern the richness of Emirati history and witness intricate craftsmanship. After that you will be dropped back to your hotel or preferred location.
Duration: 1 hour
Included
- Transportation by clean and air-conditioned modern vehicle
- Professional licensed tour guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- An Abaya during the Mosque tour (for female guests, to be returned after the tour)
- Entry/Admission - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
- Entry/Admission - Etihad Towers
- Entry/Admission - Qasr Al Watan
Not included
- Any extra services or expenses not mentioned above
- Guided tour within the Al Watan Palace (entrance only)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- When visiting the mosque women must wear long loose clothing and should ensure their arms, legs, and head are fully covered. Men must cover shoulders and below knees. Tattoos should be covered properly.
- At the mosque, a long abaya with a scarf (long black dress attire) will be provided to women by the local partner, which has to be returned. No clothing will be provided for men.
- On Fridays, the mosque is open from 5 PM to 7 PM. It's not possible to visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque during Islamic festivals. The mosque may be closed to tourists on certain dates, which would be announced by the authorities a few days before.
- Qasr Al Watan has the right to close the entrance without any notice, during a Presidential Event.
- The palace will provide a shuttle bus from the main gate to the entrance.
- Please note guided tours are not permitted in the palace. However, your guide will explain the key features of the palace prior to entry.
- Most travelers can participate
- Complimentary pick-up from Dubai Central Hotels or Towers. Pick-up from Movenpick Ibn Battuta, Al Maha Resort, Bab Al Shams, Jabel Ali, Sport, Motor, Investment Cities and Silicon Oasis City or any hotels far from Dubai Central is available only on Private option with additional cost based on the location or to come near to central area. Pick-up will be within 45 minutes of your booked time. If there are any changes, you will be notified by WhatsApp, phone call or e-mail. Pick-up from Niaf, Gold Souq and Al Sabkha areas is available at Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel Deira. The duration of the tour includes the pick-up and drop off times.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers
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Tourism
90%
Cultural
65%
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We enjoyed very much this complete and beautiful tour, our guide Ahmed was very friendly and helpful and taught us a lot of history and contemporary aspects of the Emirates