Exploring the Enchanting Capital of the UAE - Abu Dhabi from Dubai
About this experience
An urban oasis amidst golden sands and mangrove forests - this is what the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, will reveal to you. This city is multifaceted: you will see the beautiful White Mosque, the luxurious residence of the sheikh, and the famous 'golden' Emirates Palace hotel. You will touch the art at the Louvre branch, learn about life 'before oil' in the Bedouin Village, and admire the views of Al Bahar.
What to Expect
From the fast-paced and towering Dubai, we head to the greener and more laid-back Abu Dhabi. The journey will take up to 1.5 hours: during this time, you will enjoy the views and hear interesting stories.
1️⃣ Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. This white mosque will amaze you with its scale, eastern elegance, and dazzling beauty.
2️⃣ Louvre (Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum). Haven't been to Paris? No problem! In Abu Dhabi, you will have the opportunity to visit a branch of one of France's symbols - the Louvre Museum. You will appreciate the architecture of its building and see artifacts from different eras, cultures, and civilizations.
3️⃣ Qasr al Watan. Ever wondered how real sheikhs live? It's time to peek into the residence of the President of the Emirates. You will see that luxury knows no bounds for a sheikh, experience local hospitality traditions, and uncover the secrets of this palace.
4️⃣ Emirates Palace Hotel. Lots and lots of gold, the aesthetics of luxury, the embodiment of a palace from the tale of '1001 Nights'. There's no need to book a room to see the magnificence of the interiors.
5️⃣ Bedouin Village. Want to know how the locals lived here before all this wealth? What did they do before they switched from camels to Rolls-Royces? The museum village will transport you back decades. You will examine the homes of artisans, Bedouin tents, various utensils - things that made up the daily life of the indigenous population.
6️⃣ Al Bahar. Let's head to the Corniche waterfront, where at Al Bahar, you will be greeted by the sea, sand, and mangrove forests. A feast for the eyes after a day filled with attractions.
If you have energy and time left, we can include in the program:
- Ferrari World - a theme park of attractions
- Warner Brothers - another theme park of amusements
- Yas Waterpark - a water park
Organizational Details
- You can pay the remaining cost on the spot in dollars or dirhams
- I will pick you up from a convenient location in Dubai and drop you off afterwards. If you need a transfer from another city, the additional cost is negotiable, minimum $50 - please send your location in advance
- The tour is conducted in a comfortable six-seater Kia Carens. If you have more than 4 people, an additional fee applies, inquire about the conditions in our correspondence
- Upon request, you can book a tour in a business-class Audi Q7 SUV: $75 for 4 people, for more than that - conditions to be specified in our correspondence
- Please note: Louvre is closed on Mondays
- The tour will be conducted by me or my Russian-speaking colleague
Additional Expenses (optional)
- Louvre: adults - $20, children under 18 - free
- Sheikh's Palace - $20
- Lunch at a cafe/restaurant (not included)
- Amusement parks