From Dubai: Abu Dhabi City Tour with Louvre Museum

From Dubai: Abu Dhabi City Tour with Louvre Museum

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Embark on an exciting journey through Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the U.A.E and the hub for some of the most spectacular and iconic landmark attractions that the region has to offer.

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Highlights

Discover the U.A.E.’s expensive capital city with an expert tour guide
Admire the beautiful masterpiece, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Marvel at Abu Dhabi’s innovative developments such as the Yas Island’s F1 circuit and the Ferrari World amusement park
Visit the famous Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum
Enjoy the scenic drive along the Corniche and through Saadiyat Island

Description

Escape Dubai and travel to Abu Dhabi on this comprehensive full-day tour. Learn about the rich history of the capital city as you travel along the Gulf Coast and visit the amazing Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Be picked up from your hotel for the drive to Abu Dhabi. Along the way, you will pass by Jebel Ali Port, the largest man-made port in the world. In Abu Dhabi, your first stop is the iconic Yas Island, which features the stunning Yas Links Golf Course, Yas Viceroy Hotel, and the Yas Marina F1 race track. Stop outside Ferrari World for a photo stop. Soak in the sun as you view the developments of Yas Island from the sea. After the photo stop, continue along Corniche Road to the upcoming development of Saadiyat Island. This island aims to become the cultural hub of the capital city with various art and culture venues planned in the future. Visit the Louvre Museum located on Saadiyat Island. Follow your guide as they help you enter the museum with your ticket. As the largest in the Gulf region, the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum displays both classic and modern works of cultural and sociological significance from all over the world. Once inside, walk through the promenades and see sunlight shining through the museum's iconic dome, built to resemble palm leaves. Next, get a glimpse into life in the past at the Abu Dhabi Heritage Village before a short lunch break at Marina Mall. After lunch, your tour will continue along the picturesque Corniche Road and on through the city to experience Abu Dhabi city life. See the magnificent Emirates Palace, old traditional Emirati houses, and a Majlis (traditional meeting place) in the Al Bateen area, and the Al Bateen Palace. Finally, visit the spectacular Sheikh Zayed Mosque. This opulent construction accommodates over 300,000 worshippers and welcomes Muslims and non-Muslims from around the world. This beautiful mosque is known for its diverse Islamic architecture and pure white color. Following the mosque visit, your tour will return to Dubai where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

Hotel pickup & drop-off in Dubai Transport by coach or minivan Professional guide Entry to the Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi (2-hour visit) Entry to the Grand Mosque (2-hour visit) Cold mineral water

Important Information

Entrance to Sheikh Zayed Mosque is closed during Friday prayers. Your tour stops may occur in a different order than listed
During religious holidays and festivals, it may not be possible to visit Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Women must wear long loose clothing, cover arms and legs fully, wear a head covering at all times. Men must cover their knees and shoulders. Failure to follow dress codes will result in entry to the mosque being refused.
Temperatures are cool from November to February and hot from June to September. Casual, loose-fitting clothing is recommended, along with a light sweater in the winter