Abu Dhabi City Tour from Dubai

Pick up time is between 08:00 - 08:30 for this city tour from your hotel in Dubai in

either a coach or Toyota Previa (depends of number of passengers). The drive to Abu

Dhabi is approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes (depending on traffic). On the way to Abu

Dhabi you will pass by Sheikh Zayed Road, Jabel Ali and many small villages on the

way. Capture sights like Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Mall, Marina Mall, and

many other prominent landmarks.

First stop on this tour is at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.The Sheikh Zayed Grand

Mosque's design and construction "unites the world", using artisans and materials

from many countries including India, Italy, Germany, Morocco, Pakistan, Turkey,

Malaysia, Iran, China, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Republic of Macedonia and United

Arab Emirates. More than 3,000 workers and 38 renowned contracting companies took

part in the construction of the mosque.

Next stop is at the Al Bateen corniche. This stunning beach overlooks Hudariyat

Island and Hudariyat Bridge to the west of Abu Dhabi. It has uninterrupted

picturesque views and clear water and is popular with UAE locals for fishing,

swimming and waterfront picnics.

Third on the list is Heritage Village. Traditional aspects of the desert way of

life, including a campfire with coffee pots, a goats’ hair tent, and a falaj

irrigation system, are attractively displayed in the open museum. There are

workshops where craftsmen demonstrate traditional skills, such as metal work and

pottery, while women sit weaving and spinning. The craftsmen are happy to share

their skills, and may occasionally give you the chance to try them out.

The vehicle will then stop at the dates market where you can purchase and taste a

variety of fresh dates grown locally. You will also passby the fish harbour, Yas

Island and Sadiyat Island