Abu Dhabi City Sightseeing Tour - The Arabian Jewel

Description

Discover the wonders of Abu Dhabi, capital of the Emirates, known as the Arabian Jewel, including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. On the way to Abu Dhabi you will pass by Jebel Ali Port, which is the biggest man-made port in the world.

On arrival the first destination is the Women's Handicraft Center. Admire the amazing dexterity and skill of local women making traditional handicrafts. This center was established to provide training and job opportunities for women in the region, as well as preserve and protect the local heritage.

You continue to the city through the well laid out roads, surrounding lush greenery, beautiful parks, and rows and rows of trees until you reach Abu Dhabi's oldest building, Al Husn Palace built in the 18th century, then visit Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

Enjoy a magnificent view of this modern city after driving along the beautiful Corniche to the Breakwater. You then visit the Heritage Village and journey to the past to explore the life before oil was discovered.

Before returning to Dubai/Sharjah, tour the Dhow Yard where wooden ships are still being built using simple tools and techniques handed down through many generations, all without blue prints!

Additional information

Inclusions

Exclusions

Jebel Ali Port, the largest man made port in the world

Schedule details

Departure point

Tour departs from centrally located Dubai hotels.

Departure time

Approximately 9:00am

Exact pick-up time from your hotel to be arranged with the supplier at time of re-confirmation.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Return details

Tour returns to original point of departure.