Abu Dhabi Exploration

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4 hours (approx.)

Private Tour

Light

Sightseeing/City Tour

Overview

Abu Dhabi is the largest and most popular of the seven emirates due to its wonderful traditional architecture, rich heritage and luxurious hotels. The emirates has become very popular with tourists and has grown to be a worldwide shopping and entertainment destination.

One of the main industries of Abu Dhabi is oil, or Black Gold and you will learn how it is processed before visiting the renovated Alhosn Palace. The palace is more than 200 years old and was built by Sheikh Bin Zayed A|l Nahyam as a castle. Next on your tour will be the famous Emirates Palace Hotel. The hotel is the second most expensive in the world and is so luxurious it even has rooms decorated in gold and marble!

A drive along the beautiful Corniche gives a magnificent panoramic view over the city as you head to the famous Sheikh Zayed Mosque. The mosque was built by artisans from all over the world including Italy, Germany, Morocco, India and China and their individual influences are woven into the structure in a beautiful way. The mosque can hold up to 40,000 worshippers and is as big as five football pitches.

A wonderful way to see Abu Dhabi in all its glory, this tour is not to be missed!

Photo stop only at Al Husn Palace and Emirate Palace.

What's Included

Air Conditioned Transportation
English Speaking Guide
Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Al Husn Palace
Entrance Fees to Zayed Mosque
Abu Dhabi Corniche

Considerations

Food and drinks are not included
Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day
Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash

Special Instructions

When Visiting the Mosque or other religious sites all year round: visitors must be dressed appropriately on arrival. If not, entry will be denied
Modest, conservative, loose fitting clothing; long sleeves, long skirts and trousers
No transparent (see-through) clothing.
No shorts for men
No shorts and skirts must be ankle length
No tight clothing, no swimwear and no beachwear
Shoes will be removed before entering the mosque, so we recommend slip off shoes
Headscarf for ladies is essential
Intimate behavior; i.e. holding hands or kissing is not acceptable in a Muslim place of worship
For safety and respect to worshippers, visitors should stay within the areas of the mosque that are permitted and not roam freely around. Smoking and food are not allowed in the mosque area
Visitors are requested not to touch the Holy Quran (Holy Book) and other architectural elements inside the main prayer hall
ALL women will be asked to wear a traditional robe (abaya) and headscarf (shayla) before entering the mosque. Guests may wear their own, however, must be closed (not open abayas) and non-transparent
Children are to be supervised at all times by parents. Personal safety must be observed at all times
The architecture includes several reflective pools and should be avoided at all times by children
During Ramadan, dress codes get more conservative. Dubai is usually relatively liberal, but during the Holy Month women should cover their shoulders and their legs down to their knees when out in public, carry a pashmina or a shawl if you do not want to wear lots of layers. For men, it is shirts or T-shirts as usual but make sure shorts are knee length. Expect uncomfortable stares or even a fine if you ignore this rule during the Holy Month.
Everyone has to abide by the do not eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in public between sunrise and sunset rule and that includes tourists. These laws can be punished with fines or even jail time if broken. Restaurants will not be open during the day, but there are some designated cafes open for non-Muslims hidden away behind curtains in most shopping malls; ask at mall information booths for their location if you need a soft drink or a snack. It is easy to get dehydrated if you are not used to the summer heat
There are a number of wheelchairs available for use. Your Visitor Experience Coordinator will be happy to assist you upon arrival. Currently there are no extra amenities or special services for the elderly or special needs visitors.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.

Hassle-free

Cancellation

4 hours (approx.)

Private Tour

Light

Abu Dhabi Exploration

Overview

What's Included

Considerations

Special Instructions

Meeting and Pickup

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