Abu Dhabi city tour with one-hour yacht ride from Dubai
After the convenient pick-up service from your hotel, you will leave Dubai, taking off towards a full day in the marvelous Abu Dhabi city. As you travel along the Gulf listen to the insights and explanations of the capital city and enjoy the view of the largest man-made port, Jebel Ali.
Once reached Abu Dhabi the first stop will be at Yas Island with its stunning Yas Links Golf Course, the Yas Viceroy Hotel and the popular Yas Marina F1 race track. Not only race lovers will appreciate the iconic Ferrari designed themed park, but also those who are passionate in sophisticated design and architecture. The tour will have a stop outside Ferrari World for cool pictures to be taken. Following you will head towards Yas Marina for a 1-hour relaxing yacht ride where you can soak in the sun and enjoy the glistening waters as well as the cityscape. The tour continues along the Corniche road and off to the upcoming cultural district that houses the newly built Louvre Museum, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and the Sheikh Zayed Museum. The new district aims at becoming cultural hub of the city introducing arts and cultural innovation. Afterwards, you will visit Manarat Al Saadiyat island, which means 'a place of enlightenment', filled with interactive narrations on the history of the island. Don't miss the nearby UAE Pavilion, the unique sand dune shaped art venue. Later on, you will take a step back into the past at the Heritage Village.
After a short lunch break at Marina Mall, the drive will continue along the picturesque Corniche road stopping by the magnificent Emirates Palace. You won't miss Abu Dhabi city live, driving through Al Bateen old suburb, traditional Emirati houses and the Majlis, the traditional meeting rooms. Finally, you will admire the breathtaking Sheikh Zayed Mosque, built out of pure white marble and uniquely decorated on the walls and columns. This marvelous and imponent mosque can accommodate over 300,00 worshippers and was a dream of the Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al-Nahyan. You will then enjoy the ride back towards Dubai after a day full of discoveries.
