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Book your Abu Dhabi day trip from Al Rigga, Dubai - Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Etihad Tower
Set off from Dubai on a full-day premium guided tour to Abu Dhabi where you’ll explore iconic landmarks like the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the stately Qasr Al Watan Palace, take in city views from the Etihad Towers Observation Deck, and enjoy a scenic drive along the Corniche; you’ll also pause for photos at the Louvre Abu Dhabi and pass by Yas Island and Saadiyat Island, making this tour a seamless way to experience Abu Dhabi’s top sights on a day trip from Dubai.
About this activity in Al Rigga
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Explore Abu Dhabi’s top sights on a full-day premium guided tour from Dubai - including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan and the Etihad Towers Observation Deck.
- Enjoy included entry to the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Qasr Al Watan presidential palace, plus a photo stop at the Louvre Abu Dhabi and panoramic views along the Corniche.
- Reach the Etihad Towers Observation Deck with admission covered and take in sweeping city and coastline vistas; unlimited bottled water is provided throughout the day.
- Drive past iconic islands like Yas Island and Saadiyat Island while a live professional guide narrates the history and highlights of the destination.
Important Information
- The tour lasts approximately 9–10 hours depending on traffic; lunch is not included and is at your own expense.
- Pickup and drop-off from Dubai city hotels, apartments and cruise terminals are included; pickups outside the city limit incur an extra fee - please share your WhatsApp number for easy coordination.
- Mosque dress code must be observed: women should cover arms, legs and head (a clean abaya and scarf are available to borrow), men must cover shoulders and knees; tattoos must be covered for the mosque visit.
- Qasr Al Watan entry is included but guided tours inside the palace are not permitted; infants must sit on an adult’s lap, no luggage is allowed, and the tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.
Meeting Point
You’ll be picked up from your Dubai city hotel, apartment or cruise terminal (Port Rashid or Dubai Harbour). Please confirm your exact pick-up address and WhatsApp contact when you book; pickups outside Dubai city limits require an additional fee.
Includes
- Visit the Etihad Towers observation deck for panoramic Abu Dhabi skyline views - included entry ticket for a memorable perspective of the capital from this iconic landmark.
- Explore Qasr Al Watan grounds with an entry ticket to the presidential palace so you can admire the architecture and curated exteriors.
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubai (available from city hotels, apartments & cruise terminals) to simplify your full-day Abu Dhabi excursion.
- Photo stop at the Louvre Museum to capture striking exterior shots of this world-class art destination during your Abu Dhabi tour.
- Benefit from a live professional tour guide who narrates highlights and local context throughout the day.
- Stay refreshed with unlimited bottled water provided during the tour.
- Entry ticket to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, letting you visit one of the region’s most photographed religious landmarks.
- Clean abaya provided for ladies for the mosque visit (to be returned) so you can meet dress-code requirements with ease.
Excludes
- Lunch is not included - you’ll cover meals independently during the day.
- Guided tours inside Qasr Al Watan are not included; the guide will provide narration before your visit but indoor guided access is restricted.
- No luggage is allowed on the tour, so travel light when joining this Abu Dhabi day trip from Dubai.
Other
- Infants must sit on an adult’s lap for safety and comfort during the transfer and visit.
- This activity is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health due to the full-day nature of the itinerary.
- The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels; most visits involve walking at a relaxed pace around Abu Dhabi landmarks.
- Women should wear long, loose-fitting clothing that covers arms, legs, and head - a long abaya and scarf will be available to borrow if needed; men must ensure shoulders and knees are covered as clothing won’t be provided.
- The full-day itinerary lasts approximately 9 to 10 hours depending on traffic between Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
- Qasr Al Watan may close unexpectedly during any presidential Events; the palace can shut to the public without prior notice.
- Guided tours inside the palace are not allowed; your guide will share important information about the palace before your visit.
- Please share your WhatsApp number for easy pickup coordination and smooth communication on the day.
- Pickup is available from all Dubai city hotels, apartments and cruise terminals (Port Rashid & Dubai Harbour); pickups outside the city limit may incur an additional fee.
- Tattoos must be covered during the mosque visit to respect local customs.
- The itinerary is provided for reference only and the order of visits may change based on timing and local conditions.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
Great experience! Service is perfect, communication and logistics before departure was easy and flow less. Staff kind and friendly. Sunny, our tour guide is a lovely person and he made the experience engaging and super enjoyable. If you are in Dubai and you want to see Abu Dhabi’s gems, I definitely recommend this tour. The pace of the tour was perfect, not too slow and not too fast, just perfect if, like us, you want to spend just few hours in the city and sightseeing few key places. Thank you to the staff and especially to Sunny, you made our experience memorable and super pleasant!!!!
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Summary:
Mustafa did an Amazing Job. He is perfectly informed and really friendly and accommodating. He has a good eye for the best photos and places and always offers his help.
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Summary:
Amazing trip with Ziad. We saw everything in detail along with ziad history knowledge. We learnt so much about Abu Dabi and AEU. Ziad is amazing I left my purse on the bus but he made sure it git to my hotel. Thank you for a great time and for saving my life by returning my purse which had everything in it. 100 % recommend.
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On this full-day premium guided tour you’ll visit Abu Dhabi’s top landmarks, including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan Palace, and the Etihad Towers Observation Deck. The itinerary also features a scenic Corniche drive, a photo stop at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and drives past Yas Island and Saadiyat Island.
The tour lasts approximately 9 to 10 hours depending on traffic. Expect guided narration at key stops, a comfortable pace for sightseeing across Abu Dhabi’s major cultural and architectural attractions, and time for photo stops such as the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Corniche.
Women should wear long, loose-fitting clothing covering arms, legs, and head; a long abaya and scarf will be available to borrow if needed. Men should ensure their shoulders and knees are covered; clothing will not be provided for men. Tattoos must be covered during the mosque visit.
Yes. Your tour includes entry tickets to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan presidential palace, and access to the Etihad Towers Observation Deck, plus a live professional tour guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, unlimited water, and a clean abaya for ladies for the mosque visit.
Yes. The tour is family-friendly and infants may join but are required to sit on an adult’s lap. The itinerary suits all physical fitness levels and includes comfortable transport between Dubai and Abu Dhabi attractions.
Lunch is not included and is at your own expense, guided tours inside Qasr Al Watan are not permitted, and no luggage is allowed on the tour. Also note that Qasr Al Watan may be closed to the public during presidential Events without prior notice, which can affect access.
