DUBAI
Abu Dhabi is an empire on its own with its own achievements, developments and tales. This Abu dhabi day trip from Dubai is a great way to start exploring this wonderful super city. Be prepared for 8 to 10 hours of Abu Dhabi’s finest and poshest structures and so much more.After you have been picked up from your Dubai hotel start out with a scenic drive to Abu Dhabi, UAE’s largest Emirate and proud capital. Admire the views of the gulf coast as you listen to an interesting narration of tales about Abu Dhabi’s past and its journey to becoming one of the most reputed cities of the world. Upon reaching Abu Dhabi, your first stop will be the well-known Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Regarded as the fourth biggest mosque in the planet, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque portrays Islamic architecture at its most elegant. Pearly white domes framed with tall minarets, marble courtyards reflecting the sky, soft hand loomed carpets and elegant chandeliers make this attraction a peaceful scene. Once you are done fascinating about the majestic Grand Mosque , we will take a drive along the 8 kilometer stretch of the picturesque waterfront, Abu Dhabi Corniche. Take in the well-maintained lawns and cobblestone pathways as you continue on to the luxurious Emirates palace built by Abu Dhabi’s ruling government as a display of emirati luxury. The hotel’s cavernous interior and marble decor makes everyone feel like a king. It is also the location of the world’s first gold dispensing ATM. The next stop on the itinerary is the building that made its appearance in the blockbuster movie ‘Fast and Furious 7’. The Etihad Towers is a collection of five structures boasting modern architectural styles. The structures overlook the sea and look like glass trophies in the air (The tour do not included the visit to 300 observation deck Etihad Towers, you can walk in)For some Abu Dhabi history, visit the Heritage village. Recreations of an oasis settlement, fort and mosque will give the visitors an idea of the ancient Emirati lifestyle. Dioramas of daily activities, artifacts and souvenirs are all exhibited in the onsite Museum. You may opt for Emirati Lunch at the Al Asala Heritage Restaurant which serve authentic emiarti food or your driver guide drive you to marina mall food court. After your lunch finished get ready for a stop at the date market to come across a wide selection of the favorite date fruit. Choose from a selection of pitted, stuffed, chocolate coated and so much.Before making your way back to Dubai, drive past Yas Island. Admire the exterior of the famous Ferrari World which is home to the world’s fastest roller coaster. Also if you have time to visit Louvre Abu Dhabi in Saadiyat Island, please do let us know in advance we can make an itinerary to fix the places you like. By the end of the Abu Dhabi day trip from Dubai you will have a new found love for the city of Abu Dhabi.
