Breakfast at the hotel and at 08:00am pick up transfer w/ your local English-speaking guide to visit the Capital City of UAE – Abu Dhabi also known as the Arabian Jewel.
Starting from Dubai, you will travel past the world's largest man-made port at Jebel Ali and onward for a two hour drive along a coastal desert road lined with acacia trees, to Abu Dhabi, the capital of UAE. Here, you can enjoy modern interpretations of traditional Arabian architecture in the many skyscrapers, villas and palaces that line the Riviera-style Corniche.
We first stop for a guided tour to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which is considered to be the most important architectural treasure of contemporary UAE society - and one of the largest mosques in the world. We continue afterwards to the Women’s Handicraft Centre for a display of the handcrafts made by the local ladies. Drive through the Corniche road with a photo stop at the breakwater and the iconic hotel of Abu Dhabi Emirates Palace and then we visit the Heritage Village for a discovery of the pre-oil life.
Qasr Al Watan: "Palace of the Nations" or Qasr Al Watan as it is called in Arabic, is a working Presidential Palace and a majestic cultural landmark. Part of the Palace is open to the public to visit. It offers a look into the history of the nation, its traditions and its ties with other countries. The visit includes The Great Hall, the Spirit of Collaboration Room, the Library and the House of Knowledge, to name a few.
Lunch in local restaurant including water and soft drinks
Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi Hotel: Photo stop to this iconic hotel of Abu Dhabi with its charming mix of Islamic & contemporary design.
Stop at Abu Dhabi Corniche & Breakwater: Quick stop for fresh air and probably some photos at the Corniche and the Breakwater of Abu Dhabi.
Drive around Yas Island and take a photo stop outside Warner Bros. & Ferrari World, before driving back to Dubai. Tour ends after dropping to hotel.
Note:
-Grand Mosque New Opening Time: Sat-Thu (09:00-22:00hrs) / Fri (16:30-21:00hrs)
-Heritage Museum Opening Time: Sat-Thu (09:00-16:00hrs) / Fri (15:30-21:00hrs)
Dress Code-Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque visit:
-There is a Mandatory Dress code to be followed for entry to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu
Dhabi. Long trousers or long skirts & long sleeves to ankle/wrist. No shorts for men, no tight &
transparent clothing. Women must cover their head with a scarf hence we suggest to bring it along. No
visible tattoos.
Hotel: Sofitel Dubai at the Obelisk Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch