From Abu Dhabi: City Tour with Royal Palace & Sheikh Zayed Mosque

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Experience the best of Abu Dhabi, the Capital city of UAE with this sightseeing tour. Make your way to the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Qasr Al Watan Palace. Behold the iconic structures of Emirates Palace, Etihad Towers.

Explore the Islamic architecture at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Take a ride along the Abu Dhabi Corniche
Stop for photos at Emirates Palace
Visit the Etihad Towers
Trace out the Arabian heritage and artistry at Qasr Al Watan Palace

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street, 5th St, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Traverse to the city of Abu Dhabi as our tour guide picks you up from the hotel/ selected location in Abu Dhabi. Visit the spectacular Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which is divine with its amazing Islamic architecture.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Pass By: The Corniche, Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Behold the elegant waterfront views of the City Corniche on our way to the luxurious landmarks- the Emirates Palace and the Etihad Towers. You can have a photo-stop here in the backdrop of these iconic structures.

Pass By: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, West Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Admire the clean water of the harbor as you continue to the opulent Emirates Palace, the official palace of Abu Dhabi’s ruling government.


Stop At: Etihad Towers, Corniche West St Opp Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Then visit to Abu Dhabi's another landmarks, the Etihad Towers. Those who have seen the ‘Furious 7’ movie will remember the imposing tower.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Marina Mall 18 St, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

The next stop will be at the Marina Mall, where you can take a lunch break (at your own expenses) and dine at the mall's restaurants or enjoy the food court options.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Qasr Al Watan, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi 001 United Arab Emirates

Afterward, visit the beautiful Qasr Al Watan Palace housed in the presidential palace compound of UAE. Notice the architectural features, historical artifacts and other historical treasures of the palace.


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Inclusions

  • Pick up and drop off to your selected location / hotel in Abu Dhabi
  • Clean and air-conditioned modern vehicle.
  • Professional licensed tour guide.
  • Abaya with scarf for Ladies (local long dress attire to visit mosque)
  • Cold mineral water
  • Access to the Palace, Garden, and other public spaces within the premise of Qasr Al Watan
  • Entrance to the Etihad Towers
  • Entry/Admission - Etihad Towers
  • Entry/Admission - Qasr Al Watan
  • Entry/Admission - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center

Exclusions

  • Any extra services or expenses not mentioned above.
  • Tipping Kitty
  • Guided tour inside the Palace

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • On Fridays the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque will be open from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. It will be closed on certain dates and these days will only be announced few days before. Also, it is not possible to visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque during any Islamic festival.
  • Mosques & Palace Dress Code: Women must wear long loose clothing to insure their arms and legs are fully covered. They are also required to cover their heads all the time while inside the mosque. However, for the Mosque visit, company will provide long-local Abaya with a scarf (long black dress-attire) if needed which must be returned back.
  • Men must not show above their knees and are required to cover their shoulders. Failure to do so will result in refused entry. Company does not provide any kind of clothes to men.
  • Tour duration is fixed for any tour/activity. But the drop off may later or sooner the mentioned timing depends on the traffic of the city. At times, the drop off may get late up to 30-45 minutes than the mentioned time.
  • Lunch not included - you will be given time for lunch at Marina Mall, Carrefour or Food court ( closed during Ramadan ) OR The full Corniche view restaurant (at your own expense).
  • During any Presidential Events, Qasr Al Watan might shut down to the public without any previous announcements as it is a national palace, however, it will be replaced with Qasr Al Hosn or Heritage Village (whichever available on that day)
  • There is a shuttle bus service to the entrance from the main gate of the palace.
  • Guided tours are not allowed within the palace; your guide will narrate important information about the palace before the visit.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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