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Private Abu Dhabi City Tour from Dubai – Full Day

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque reflected in the water at dusk on an Abu Dhabi city tour Top Rated 4.9
Duration9 – 10 Hours
Pickup8:00 AM (flexible)
PriceAED 1,250 / car
Rating4.9 / 5

Overview

Spend a full day in the UAE’s capital in your own private car. The highlight is the breathtaking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, with its white marble domes, crystal chandeliers and one of the world’s largest hand-knotted carpets.

From there your driver guide takes you past Qasr Al Watan, the presidential palace, and the grand Emirates Palace, along the Corniche and to the Heritage Village for a glimpse of traditional Emirati life. Finish with a photo stop at the Louvre Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island and a drive around Yas Island and Ferrari World before heading back to Dubai.

Perfect for

  • Culture lovers
  • Families
  • Architecture fans
Tip from our desert team

Dress modestly for the Grand Mosque – long sleeves and trousers or a long skirt, and a headscarf for women. Abayas are available at the mosque if needed.

Highlights

  • Private car from Dubai
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque visit
  • Qasr Al Watan & Emirates Palace
  • Corniche & Heritage Village
  • Louvre Abu Dhabi photo stop
  • Yas Island & Ferrari World drive

Itinerary

  1. 8:00 AM
    Private pickup in Dubai

    Your driver guide collects you for the 90-minute drive to Abu Dhabi.

  2. 9:45 AM
    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    Guided visit of the Grand Mosque (free entry, modest dress required).

  3. 11:30 AM
    Qasr Al Watan & Emirates Palace

    Visit the presidential palace (ticket extra) or stop for photos, then Emirates Palace.

  4. 1:00 PM
    Corniche & Heritage Village

    Lunch break (own expense), the Corniche and the Heritage Village.

  5. 2:30 PM
    Louvre Abu Dhabi

    Photo stop at the Louvre on Saadiyat Island (entry optional).

  6. 3:30 PM
    Yas Island

    Drive around Yas Island past Ferrari World and Yas Marina Circuit.

  7. 5:30 PM
    Return to Dubai

    Drop-off at your hotel or residence in Dubai.

What’s Included

  • Private pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Dubai & Sharjah
  • Private air-conditioned car
  • Professional English-speaking driver guide
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque visit
  • Qasr Al Watan photo stop
  • Emirates Palace photo stop
  • Etihad Towers & Abu Dhabi Corniche drive
  • Heritage Village visit
  • Louvre Abu Dhabi photo stop
  • Yas Island & Ferrari World drive
  • Bottled water

Not Included

  • Entry tickets to attractions (Burj Khalifa, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Watan, museums, etc.)
  • Lunch, meals and drinks (stops at local restaurants can be arranged)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • 5% VAT and 3% card machine charge

Good to Know

  • Prices are per private car for up to 4 guests; a 7-seater van is available on request.
  • Dress modestly for mosque visits – shoulders and knees covered, and a headscarf for women.
  • Carry your passport or Emirates ID – it is required at some attractions and mosques.
  • Pickup is included from hotels and residences in Dubai and Sharjah; Abu Dhabi pickup on request.
  • The itinerary is flexible – tell your guide which stops you want to spend more time at.

Pickup Areas

Pickup time: 8:00 AM (flexible). Private pickup and drop-off is included from hotels and residences in:

  • Downtown Dubai
  • Business Bay
  • DIFC
  • Dubai Marina
  • JBR
  • JLT
  • Palm Jumeirah
  • Jumeirah
  • Al Barsha
  • Bur Dubai
  • Deira
  • Dubai Creek
  • Al Nahda
  • Dubai Silicon Oasis
  • Dubai Hills
  • Sheikh Zayed Road
  • Sharjah

Frequently Asked Questions

Loose clothing covering arms and legs; women also need a headscarf. Abayas are available at the mosque if needed.

Yes – entry tickets are extra. Tell us when booking and we will plan more time there.

Reviewed by Desert Safari Dubai Tour Operations Team
Itinerary, timings and inclusions are checked by the team that runs this tour. Last updated .

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