--- title: "From Dubai To Abu Dhabi: Royal Palace, Grand Mosque &Etihad Tower" lang: en type: tour city: Dubai country: United Arab Emirates price: 100 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 1439 duration_minutes: 540 duration_max_minutes: 600 languages: [de, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 27 of 130 (Abu Dhabi Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/tours/from-dubai-to-abu-dhabi-royal-palace-grand-mosque-etihad-tower/ --- # From Dubai To Abu Dhabi: Royal Palace, Grand Mosque &Etihad Tower **Guidekin's take:** An Abu Dhabi day inside the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Qasr Al Watan and up the Etihad Towers observation deck, with Emirates Palace and the Louvre as photo stops. Mosque tickets and hotel pickup are included; lunch is not, and if a state event closes the palace the Louvre takes its place. 4.91 from 1439 reviews at €100 per person for 9h–10h. In our comparison: #27 of 130 in Abu Dhabi Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Let’s traverse to the prominent sightseeing destinations of Abu Dhabi 8-hour tour from Dubai. With this excitement filled tour, appreciate the artistic beauty of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the marvel charm of Emirates Palace along with other amazing landmarks of Abu Dhabi. Highlights Stroll through the country’s largest mosque ‘Sheikh Zayed Mosque’ Admire the marvel charm of opulent Emirates Palace Enjoy the drive alongside the Abu Dhabi Corniche Soak up the Arabian heritage and spirit of the Emirates at Qasr Al Watan Capture pics at the Louvre Museum during a photo stop. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: max 17 from €100 · small group from €100 - 4 start times: between 08:45 and 12:00 - Food not included: Lunch (at your own expense) - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €100 per person for the Small Group Tour Spanish option; other options up to €106 - Duration: 9h–10h - Rating: 4.91/5 from 1439 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: privatedubaitours.com - Group: Group size varies by option: max 17 from €100 · small group from €100 - Guide languages: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:45, 09:00, 09:30, 12:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.91 from 1439 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1418 of 1439. - 5 stars: 1341 (93%) - 4 stars: 77 (5%) - 3 stars: 14 (1%) - 2 stars: 4 (0%) - 1 star: 3 (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 | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Tour Spanish | €100 / person | Spanish | Select the option with a professional Spanish speaking tour guide in a small group (maximum 17 people) Duration: 10 hours Pickup included | | Small Group Tour German | €100 / person | German | Select the option with a professional German speaking tour guide in a small group (maximum 17 people) Pickup included | | Small Group Tour Italian | €100 / person | Italian | Select the option with a professional Italian speaking tour guide in a small group (maximum 17 people) Pickup included | | Small Group Tour French | €100 / person | French | Pickup included | | Small Group Tour English | €106 / person | English | Select the option with a professional English speaking tour guide in a small group (maximum 17 people) Pickup included | ## What's included - Etihad Tower Observation deck visit - Sheikh Zayed Mosque Entry Tickets - Photostop at Louvre Museum - Sheikh Zayed Mosque - Qasr Al Watan Visit - Pick up and drop off to your hotel/ selected location in Dubai - Professional licensed tour guide of your selected language - Clean and air-conditioned modern vehicle ## Not included - Entry inside Emirates Palace (only pass over) - Lunch (at your own expense) - Guided tour inside the Qasr Al Watan Palace - Any extra services or expenses not mentioned above - Tipping (not mandatory) ## Itinerary 1. **Embark this exhilarating tour to the highlight destinations of Abu Dhabi with...** (1h 30m; admission included) - Embark this exhilarating tour to the highlight destinations of Abu Dhabi with a brief pickup from your hotel or selected location in Dubai by our tour representative in an air-conditioned vehicle. As you travel to your first destination along the Gulf coast of Abu Dhabi,... 2. **Louvre Abu Dhabi** (10m) - Stop by the Louvre Museum on Sadiyat Island for a photo stop. Go for a walk outside of the biggest museum in the Gulf region and admire its amazing architecture. 3. **The Corniche** (pass by, no stop) - You will be driven to the next destination, Abu Dhabi Corniche. Feel relaxed seeing the sweeping curve of clean water harbor, pearl white sand beaches and the beautiful promenade that stretches the Northwest city shore. We are sure this location is going to be a... 4. **Marina Mall** (1h) - Next stop will be Marina mall where you can take a lunch break (at your own expenses) dine at the mall Restaurants or the food court options. 5. **Qasr Al Watan** (1h 30m; admission included) - Now that your appetite is full, you will be taken to the next destination, Qasr Al Watan. The Palace is the reflection of Emiratis and their leaders. Absorb the essence of culture, architectural features and the awe-inspiring history of Emirates. Learn about the amazing... 6. **Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental** (pass by, no stop) - Emirates Palace is a highly celebrated destination in the UAE. Get a chance to pose in front of this eminent destination and take a lot of photos. The place provides a savor of admirable experience and a delightful gallery for you to cherish. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:45, 09:00, 09:30, 12:00 - 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 - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The tour guiding by professional tour guide Bilingual Languages. - Mosques Dress Code. Mosques have very strict dress codes, when visiting; Women must wear long loose clothing, insure their arms and legs are fully covered. Women are also required to their heads at all times. However, if needed the company will provide long-local Abaya with a scarf (long black dress-attire) which must be returned back. Men must not show above their knees and cover their shoulders. Failure to do so will result in refused entry. Company does not provide any kind of clothes to men. - Entry to the Qasr Al Watan may be prohibited during presidential events but will be replaced with Louvre Museum - There is a shuttle bus service to the entrance from the main gate of the palace. - Guided tours are not allowed within the palace; your guide will narrate important information about the palace before the visit. - It is not recommended to book this tour on a Friday if you have a return flight on that day as the drop-off time is dependent on traffic and can not be guaranteed - The pickup time will be from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM. Please be ready at the hotel lobby by 8:00 AM. On Fridays, you will be picked up from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM - Kindly share your WhatsApp number for easy communication during the pickup - Mosque Hours: Sat to Thu: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm (Last entry 9:30 pm) - Fri: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Last entry 11:30 am) & from 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Last entry 9:30 pm) - Tattoos must be covered for the mosque visit - The itinerary is for reference only, and the order may change. - The duration of the tour is 9 to 10 hours, depending on traffic. ## Compared with other Abu Dhabi Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #27 of 130** | €100 | 9h–10h | 4.91 (1439) | varies by option | | [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 #27 of 130 in Abu Dhabi Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €26 to €284, median €68; typical length 8h. 42 of 130 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/abu-dhabi-tours-from-dubai/?format=md ## More in Dubai - All Dubai tours: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/tours/from-dubai-to-abu-dhabi-royal-palace-grand-mosque-etihad-tower/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/?format=md