
Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide worth booking?
Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide is a 10-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $900 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (14)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $900 per person
Our Abu Dhabi city tour from Dubai will introduce you to the UAE's capital city's fascinating historical, cultural, and thrilling attractions. You can explore Abu Dhabi's diverse shades and persona with transfers arrange
What you get
- Abu Dhabi Dates Market (20-25 Minutes)
- 1 Hour Lunch Break ( Paid Directly)
- Leaning Tower Abu Dhabi ( Drive Through )
- Abu Dhabi Heritage Village (Approx 30 Minutes)
- Abu Dhabi Corniche With Photo-Sessions Stop
- Emirates Palace (Stopover For Clicking Pictures)
About this experience
Our Abu Dhabi city tour from Dubai will introduce you to the UAE's capital city's fascinating historical, cultural, and thrilling attractions. You can explore Abu Dhabi's diverse shades and persona with transfers arranged to and from Dubai. Experience Abu Dhabi's glorious blend of ancient heritage and modern life on an Abu Dhabi city tour with Desert Safari Dubai. We've carefully selected the highlights of Abu Dhabi for this tour package in order to make sure you don't miss anything.
What's included
Included
- Abu Dhabi Dates Market (20-25 Minutes)
- 1 Hour Lunch Break ( Paid Directly)
- Leaning Tower Abu Dhabi ( Drive Through )
- Abu Dhabi Heritage Village (Approx 30 Minutes)
- Abu Dhabi Corniche With Photo-Sessions Stop
- Emirates Palace (Stopover For Clicking Pictures)
- Etihad Towers (Stopover For Clicking Pictures)
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (Approx 1 Hour)
- National Exhibition Center ( Drive Through )
- Clean And Air- Conditioned Vehicle
- Drive Trough Al Dar Headquarters Building
- Drop Back To Your Hotel/Hotel. ( 2 Hours Drive Approx. )
- Marina Mall Abu Dhabi ( Drive Through )
- Drive Through Saadiyat Island
- Drive through Sheikh Zayed Road ( 2 Hours Drive ) Approx.
- Ferrari World (Stopover For Clicking Pictures)
- Presidential Palace (Drive Through)
- Pick Up From Your Hotel/Home In Dubai.
Not included
- Lunch
- The ticket for the Ferrari World, Louvre museum, Emirates palace
- Luggage beyond medium size shoulder bags should be informed in advance, oversize luggage chargable.
- Large Luggage Not Allowed
What you'll see and do
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque stands out as one of the world’s largest mosques, and the only one 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 celebrate cultural diversity by creating a haven that is truly diverse and inspirational in its foundation. The mosque’s architects were British, Italian and Emirati, and design inspiration was borrowed parts of Turkey, Morocco, Pakistan, and Egypt among other Islamic countries, revealing a glistening architectural marvel with an astonishing capacity of 40,000 worshippers and visitors.
60 minutes here
Emirates Heritage Village
Visit the Heritage village to experience the traditional aspects of the desert way of life, and immerse yourself in the time capsule that brings to life a souk, a mosque and an encampment from pre-modernized Abu Dhabi. You can shop, explore artifacts and watch artisans making pottery, blowing glass and weaving fabric on a loom. Run by the Emirates Heritage Club, this reconstruction of a traditional oasis village provides an interesting glimpse into the emirate’s past and features public workshops where craftsmen demonstrate traditional skills such as metal work, pottery, weaving and spinning. The craftsmen share their skills with visitors, and occasionally offer them a chance to try them out. The little spice shop within the village offers a range of dried herbs, handmade soaps and plenty of souvenirs to collect.
30 minutes here
Miraj Islamic Art Centre
This fascinating centre is home to an extensive collection of museum-like displays featuring unique Islamic art pieces sourced from around the Muslim world, including places like Egypt, Syria, Iran, India, Iraq, Kashmir and Russia. Displays include meticulously hand-woven pictorial and bejewelled carpets, silk textiles and royal robes, jewellery, jewel-encrusted ceremonial objects, finely crafted weapons, marble pieces, Arabic calligraphy-engraved vases and miniature paintings, with experienced and passionate staff on hand to brief you on the history and origin of the pieces and the techniques used to make them.
25 minutes here · Admission included
Abu Dhabi Dates Market
Abudhabi Dates Market is the main and biggest market to get dates in Abu Dhabi. The various products of date species are available usually in the market during the season. You can find date products from Oman and Saudi as well. The prices you can get here are the best in town.
15 minutes here
The Corniche
The Corniche Road spreads across an impressive eight kilometres of manicured waterfront that includes children’s play areas, separate cycle and pedestrian pathways, cafés and restaurants, and the Corniche Beach - a lifeguarded beach park. Corniche Beach This lengthy stretch of beach extends along Corniche Road from near the Hilton Hotel to beyond Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street, where you’ll find its main entrance. During the week you can usually find a beach umbrella, but during the weekend they may all go quickly. You can’t swim out very far; floating fences keep you within 40 metres of the beach, and there are plenty of lifeguards around. Abu Dhabi’s pristine Corniche beachfront has been awarded coveted Blue Flag status - the internationally renowned eco-label for beaches and marinas that guarantees clean and safe bathing water.
Pass by without stopping
Etihad Towers
A dramatic architectural statement, this five tower complex invites residents and visitors to live, work, stay, shop and dine in one destination with panoramic city and Arabian Gulf views. A benchmark for luxury experiences, the complex includes three residential towers and the 280 metre high, five-star Jumeirah at Etihad Towers hotel. On Tower 2’s 74th floor, the Observation Deck at 300 offers unbeatable cityscape and island views. The Avenue at Etihad Towers is one of the world’s most expensive and exclusive collections of boutique shops, with many having luxurious private rooms for private, VIP shopping.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
An iconic Abu Dhabi landmark, this beautiful hotel blends Arabian splendour with the latest luxuries to create a magical and memorable experience. During daytime, the hotel’s golden-sandy colour contrasts with its fresh green gardens, silvery water fountains and the blue sky. At night, the hotel’s lighting changes subtly, featuring a majestic rainbow-changing effect over the main dome. The main Palace building stretches over a kilometre from wing to wing, and its gardens and surroundings spread across 100 hectares. The hotel features 114 domes, with the central dome at an imposing 72.6 metres above ground. Gold, mother of pearl and crystals dominate the interior. The Palace has 1,002 chandeliers, the largest weighing 2.5 tones.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Qasr Al Watan
Qasr Al Watan, the new cultural landmark in Abu Dhabi, opens its doors to the public in an invitation to discover the legacy of knowledge and tradition that have shaped the journey of the nation, boosting cultural understanding of the United Arab Emirates An Architectural Landmark More than a traditional palace, Qasr Al Watan is an exquisitely crafted tribute to the Arabian heritage and artistry, and its architecture and design echo the significance of the exhibits housed within its halls and the function of its most iconic rooms. Cultural Initiative Qasr Al Watan invites visitors to learn about the country’s governing traditions and values, and explore a well-preserved legacy of knowledge, thus boosting cultural understanding of the UAE. A Knowledge Hub Qasr Al Watan opens the door to an inspiring intellectual legacy that highlights Arab contributions to various fields of knowledge.
Pass by without stopping
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
We Will Stop Only For Photos
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Outside photostop of the famous Louvre Museum, Abu Dhabi
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Desert Safari Dubai.Co
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
4 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
14 verified traveler reviews for Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great family friendly tour!
Very well organized and perfect experience with Nabeel. Great kid friendly tour. Nabeel went the extra mile and took amazing pictures of us. Thank you for everything!
via Tripadvisor
Abu Dhabi Trip
We had an amazong trip to Abu Dhabi. Our guide went to all the places we wanted and altered the schedule so we could stay longer in the mosque and louvre. Very nice and friendly explanations and advices and good driving. Absolutly fair price and no haggling at the end. 10/10 would book the company again
via Tripadvisor
Worth the Money
I booked a full day Abu Dhabi tour with Dessert Safari Dubai which was worth the money. The sight seeing spots were as expected. The tour guide was really nice and friendly.
via Tripadvisor
Awsome
I booked a full day Abu Dhabi tour through Dessert Safari Dubai last week and it was worth the price. The driver was really professional and accommodating. The tour covered most the sight seeing places we wanted to visit.
via Tripadvisor
Bad experience
My family n i went to abu dhabi today with this group n it was aweful. We didnt like it at all. Dont waste your money N they take different prices from different customers. We lost one whole day of our trip with this tour. Driver shows smiling face in the morning, by afternoon he starts getting rude. One major issue is that the driver talks too much on the phone. Thus he did not notice my baby n i getting in the van, he started driving away while baby was barely seated and i had one leg up the van, we had to shout for him to realise. They take you to places to waste your time. The ferrari world visit is just a scam. They give you 30 min. By the time you reach the ferrari world, it is already time to leave from there, the place is huge, we skipped 1 destination to get more time there but the driver refused to allocate even 10 more min. For me this trip/tour was absolutely futile n i wish I could have been refunded.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide cost?
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Prices start at $900 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubai is not rushed.
Is Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 14 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubai and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Abu Dhabi City Tour From Dubai With Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dubai?
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On Outty we rank every Dubai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp, Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Dune Buggy Safari Tour in Red Dunes Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dubai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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