ABU DHABI CULTURAL TOUR
Once you answer my wake-up calls, we’ll start the day taking a journey to the UAE’s crown jewel, Abu Dhabi.
Delve into a world of incredible art at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, a universal museum that showcases both ancient and contemporary works from across the globe. Here you’ll get the chance to self-wander for 2.5 hours in its galleries as well as admire the museum’s architectural beauty including its magnificent dome that casts a ‘rain of light’.
Wander inside the nation’s Presidential Palace, with its spectacular white domes, ornately decorated rooms, and dramatic chandeliers. Here, we’ll witness the Great Hall where global leaders are feted. We’ll explore its many rooms which include ballrooms for hosting royal banquets.
Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque*, an absolute marvel in all its dazzling white marble. Believed to be 1 of largest mosques in the world, this place of worship has an open doors policy inviting citizens of the world to see its magnificence up close. We’ll learn about facets of the Islamic faith and the stunning detail in its construction.
Once we’ve soaked up the best of Abu Dhabi, we’ll reflect on our enchanting journey as we return to Dubai.
*Please note that the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has a strict dress code and photography rules that must be followed. Please refer to the instructions here. Dresses and cover-ups are also available at the venue for purchase.
Price: Adults (12 y/o+): AED 650 per person. Children (between 7 & 11 y/o inclusive): AED 325 per person. All prices include UAE VAT.
Duration: Approx. 10.5 hours including transport time for pick-up and drop-off and all the in-betweens. Days: Thursdays. Timings: Pick up from select* Dubai hotels will be between 8:00 and 9:00, subject to your provided hotel location. To be confirmed one day before the tour. Check the form below for availability.
*Please note that for guests staying at further hotels in the Palm Jumeirah, Al Maha Resort, or Bab Al Shams among other further locations, an alternative nearby meeting location will be shared by email.
Number of wanderers: I can accommodate up to 10 wanderers in 1 tour. The minimum no. of guests is 3. (Have a bigger group or corporate event? Let me know here!)
When: Available on select days of the week. Check the form below for tour availability. (Have a specific date in mind for a private tour? Drop me a message here and we’ll try to make it happen!)
Where: Pick-up and drop-off will be made to the select Dubai hotel addresses entered when completing the booking.
Transportation: This tour includes bus transportation from/to the select hotels. I will provide you with estimated pick-up timings upon confirmation.
Changes and Cancellation Policy: Please review in full here.
FAQs including COVID-19 tour guidelines: Please review in full here.
Tour: A 10.5 hours journey to the UAE’s crown jewel, Abu Dhabi. Includes transportation, admission fees to the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Presidential Palace, registration for the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, and bottled water. Excludes meals. For the Louvre Abu Dhabi visit, guests are encouraged to download the free museum mobile app to their mobile phones in advance to enjoy a complimentary multimedia guide to the artworks. Guests should also carry headphones if they’d like to enjoy listening to the audio narrations via the mobile app.
Guide: A fantastic tour with a local guide who's happy to show you around the city and answer all your questions.
Meals: The tour includes bottled water on board the bus. Guests can enjoy lunch at their own expense at the Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Museum Café which has many ‘grab and go’ options.
Haggling Tips: A few tips and tricks on how to haggle for your souvenirs.
My 2 fils: From the time of booking until the return home, I will be happy and available to provide any recommendations or general help for your stay here.