--- title: Abu Dhabi city tour & desert safari from Dubai lang: en type: tour city: Dubai country: United Arab Emirates price: 104 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 100 duration_minutes: 720 duration_max_minutes: 780 languages: [pa, hi, en, ur] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 64 of 130 (Abu Dhabi Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/tours/abu-dhabi-city-tour-desert-safari-from-dubai/ --- # Abu Dhabi city tour & desert safari from Dubai In our comparison: #64 of 130 in Abu Dhabi Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Abu Dhabi has a deep treasure trove of culture and the richest heritage. Explore the history of Abu Dhabi with Desert Safari, on a 12 - 13 hour full day Tour. Explore the largest city in the United Arab Emirates. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to see a masterpiece of Islamic architecture, marvel at the opulent Emirates Palace, admire the Etihad Towers. Afterward, Ride a camel, Go for a dune drive through the peculiarly shaped red dunes, keep your thrills up with sand-surfing along the dunes (sandboarding). Relax at a desert campsite as the sunsets. Get a henna tattoo. Enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and exotic Belly dancing show, ‘Tanoura’ folk dance and fire show under the stars as you sit around the campfire. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Max 6 people: small group - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food included: Beverages (soft drinks and water), BBQ… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €104 per person for the Abu Dhabi Tour with Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride and Sandboarding option; other options up to €264 - Duration: 12h–13h - Rating: 4.91/5 from 100 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Desert Thrill - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared, up to 6 travellers · private option available - Guide languages: PA, Hindi, English, UR - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.91 from 100 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 100 of 100. - 5 stars: 91 (91%) - 4 stars: 9 (9%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Abu Dhabi Tour with Desert Safari, BBQ, Camel Ride and Sandboarding | €104 / person (for 2+ people) | PA, English, UR, Hindi | Pickup included | | Exclusive Vehicle | €264 / person (for 2+ people) | PA, English, UR, Hindi | Private Vehicle : Can hold up to 6 people per car. Pickup included | ## What's included - Belly dance performance (except during Ramadan) - Visit to the Etihad Towers - Dune bashing (30 minutes) - Bottled water - Tanoura Dance - Visit to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi - Entry to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center - Beverages (soft drinks and water) - BBQ dinner - Tea and Coffee ## Not included - Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase at the desert camp) - Quad bikes (On request) ## Itinerary 1. **Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center** (1h 30m) - Explore one of the world’s largest mosques on a half-day tour, the only mosque that captures unique interactions between Islam and world cultures. Sheikh Zayed's vision for the Grand Mosque was to incorporate architectural styles from different Muslim civilizations and... 2. **Etihad Towers** (15m) - (Photo Stop) - The towers are located opposite the Emirates Palace hotel and feature offices, apartments and a hotel. The towers were used as a filming location for the 2015 film Furious 7. In the film, Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) steal a... 3. **Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental** (15m) - (Photo Stop) - The design of the building is a playful mix of cherished Islamic architectural elements such as balance, geometry, proportions, rhythm and hierarchical emphasis to create a unified whole. The inspired grand dome with elaborate geometrical patterns dominates... 4. **The Corniche** (15m) - (Photo Stop) - The Corniche (or Corniche Road) is located in the city of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. The Corniche Road spreads across an 8km long stretch. It forms a sweeping curve on the western side of the main Abu Dhabi island and is replete with... 5. **Louvre Abu Dhabi** (15m) - (Photo Stop) - The Louvre Abu Dhabi is an art and civilization museum, located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The museum was inaugurated on 8 November 2017 by French President Emmanuel Macron and United Arab Emirates Vice President Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and... 6. **Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi** (15m) - (Photo Stop) - Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a mostly indoors amusement park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the first Ferrari-branded theme park and has the record for the largest space frame structure ever built. Formula Rossa, the world's fastest... 7. **Emirates Heritage Village** (20m) - (Photo Stop) Heritage Village in Abu Dhabi is a model of an Emirati village which exhibits the Bedouin lifestyle and heritage. This venue is an interesting cultural attraction and a place that can be one of the most family-friendly destinations. There are no entry fees and is... 8. **Qasr Al Watan** (20m) - (Photo Stop) Qasr Al Watan is more than a palace, it is a unique testament to the spirit of the United Arab Emirate's people and its leaders. The Palace invites the world to share our culture, knowledge and inspiring journey. Qasr Al Watan is more than just a palace, it is an... 9. **Enjoy an exciting mix of traditional and modern desert adventures** (6h) - Begin your desert adventure with convenient pickup from Dubai in an airconditioned 4x4 with a guide. Ride a camel, Go for a dune drive through the peculiarly shaped red dunes, keep your thrills up with sand-surfing along the dunes (sandboarding). Relax at a desert campsite as... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The duration of the tour includes the time required for hotel pick-up and drop off - The pick-up time will be within 45 minutes of your booked tour time. If there are any changes, you will be notified by email - Mosques have very strict dress codes: women must wear long loose clothing, and ensure their arms and legs are fully covered. Women are also required to cover their heads at all times. A long Abaya with scarf (long black dress attire), Men must not show above their knees and must cover their shoulders. Failure to do so will be a refused entry. The tour operator cannot provide any clothing for men - It is not possible to visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque during any Islamic festival - Tattoos must be covered - It is not recommended to book this tour on Friday if you have a return flight on the same day, as the drop-off time is dependent on traffic and can not be guaranteed. - Dry days: entertainment activities (Tanoura dance and Belly dance) will not be available during the mentioned dates 3 & 20th April 2019 / 6, 22 & 25 May 2019 / 1, 3 & 5 June 2019 / 10,11 & 31 August 2019 / 9 September 2019 / 3, 9 & 30 November 2019 / 2 December 2019 or any special Islamic days as per UAE law (Date may vary as per the UAE law and Season time). - Casual, loose fitting clothing is recommended in the summer, along with a jacket in the winter. - Desert Thrill Tourism shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, sickness or injury. It is advisable that the traveler should avail a travel health insurance as there can be chances of potential risks and hazards. Also, make sure they are mentally and physically able to participate. - All desert safari drivers are well trained and licensed for safari drives. The land cruiser vehicles are fully insured and well equipped with all necessary safety features, such as roll bars, seat belts. - Most travelers can participate - Infants (below 3 years old) are not allowed in the car during the shared dune bashing. - This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund ## Compared with other Abu Dhabi Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #64 of 130** | €104 | 12h–13h | 4.91 (100) | shared, max 6 | | [Dubai To Abu Dhabi: Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Etihad Tower](/uae/dubai/tours/dubai-to-abu-dhabi-grand-mosque-royal-palace-etihad-tower/?format=md) | €73 | 9h | 4.95 (10486) | shared | | [Abu Dhabi City Tour in 4x4 Private Vehicle](/uae/dubai/tours/abu-dhabi-city-tour-in-4x4-private-vehicle/?format=md) | €236 per group | 8h | 4.99 (346) | private | | [From Dubai: Abu Dhabi City Sightseeing & Sheikh Zayed Mosque](/uae/dubai/tours/from-dubai-abu-dhabi-city-sightseeing-sheikh-zayed-mosque/?format=md) | €63 | 8h | 4.99 (334) | shared | Ranked #64 of 130 in Abu Dhabi Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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