Top Abu Dhabi Shore Excursions

Explore top attractions in the UAE’s capital on this half-day Abu Dhabi sightseeing tour. Travel through Abu Dhabi by air-conditioned coach as a guide sheds light on the region’s rich culture and heritage. Marvel at the soaring domes and minarets of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Mingle with the locals in the bustling souks, where everything from gold jewelry to fresh dates has a price to barter on. Then, travel past the corniche’s pristine gardens and beaches to the Heritage Village, where the Abu Dhabi of old is brought to life.

Get an introduction to the capital of the UAE on this small-group tour of Abu Dhabi. Learn about the local culture and history from your knowledgeable guide as you visit sights such as the grand Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Heritage Village, and the dates market. You also get a closer look at the craftsmanship of Emirati artisans at the gold souk, where you can purchase handmade jewelry.

Experience the thrill of cruising through the desert with this evening safari with BBQ dinner. Head out on a six-hour adventure through the stunning landscapes outside of Abu Dhabi and make your way to a Bedouin-style camp tucked into the iconic sand dunes. Race over the rolling hills on 4x4, sand board down them at breakneck speeds, climb atop a camel for a once-in-a-lifetime experience or even rent a quad bike (additional cost). This trip includes round-trip hotel transport, henna painting, sheesha smoking, and even a belly dancing show, plus a savory BBQ dinner with fellow travelers.

Experience life in the deserts of the UAE on this evening safari tour from Abu Dhabi. Board your 4x4 vehicle and bash your way through the dunes as you make your way to a desert camp. Then, learn about the Bedouin lifestyle as you ride a camel, smoke shisha, and get a henna tattoo. End your adventure with a delicious barbecue dinner and a cultural show of belly and tanoura dancing.

Tick off the highlights of Abu Dhabi during this full-day, small-group guided tour. Join a local guide as you visit key locations like Heritage Village, the Dates Market, Emirates Palace, and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Tours include complimentary bottled water and front-door pickup and drop-off from the airport, cruise port, or your hotel accommodation.

Discover off-the-beaten-track desert locations on this action-packed safari tour, which includes dune bashing, sandboarding, and an unforgettable camel ride across sandy, sky-high dunes. Travel between locations in a sturdy, 4WD Land Cruiser, getting access to stunning off-road locations not reachable by other vehicles. Tours include door-to-door hotel pickup and bottled water.

Get to know Abu Dhabi at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off Big Bus tour. With your 1-, 2-, or 5-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket, board the open-top double-decker bus and set your own sightseeing itinerary. Enjoy panoramic views of the palm-lined Corniche, listen to the onboard commentary, enjoy some fun included extras with longer duration tickets, and hop on and off at any of the stops to visit must-sees such as Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Heritage Village.

The ultimate introduction for first-time visitors or travelers short on time, this full-day private tour of Abu Dhabi covers the Emirati city's most must-see attractions. Traveling comfortably in a WIFI-equipped, climate-controlled vehicle, you'll hit highlights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Heritage Village, and manmade Yas Island. Round-trip transfers from Dubai are included.

See Abu Dhabi from the water on a scenic dinner cruise along the waterways of Abu Dhabi Creek. After hotel pickup, board an elegant dhow (traditional Arabic sailboat). This modern vessel has been updated with oversized windows to enjoy the view, and a full bar on board. Enjoy a lavish buffet dinner as you take enjoy the sights of the city in luxury and comfort.

Discover one of the gems of the UAE on this Dubai sightseeing day trip from Abu Dhabi. Travel by air-conditioned coach as your guide sheds light on the region’s rich history and culture. Admire top local attractions such as the Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al-Arab and the breathtaking Burj Khalifah. Cruise across Dubai Creek on a wooden ‘abra’ taxi and shop till you drop in the bustling gold and spice souks. Learn of the city’s rise and rise at the Dubai Museum, and enjoy free time for lunch at Dubai Mall.

Join the Bedouins for a fun-packed morning in the desert doing the things that bring out the fun in the desert with the Morning Abu Dhabi desert Safari. Your friendly driver will pick you up from your hotel in Abu Dhabi in a comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser. Enjoy the beautiful golden landscape of the desert on your way there. Before reaching camp, our morning Abu Dhabi desert safari will take you on a thrilling dune riding session that’s bound to make your adrenaline reach high levels. Continue the 4 hour safari by attempting a modern but famous desert sport of sand boarding, where you will go skidding down a high slope of sand. After that, this Abu Dhabi desert safari will take you to the Bedouin Camp which is situated in the heart of the desert. Once there, your local Bedouin guide will escort you on a camel ride, giving you the chance to view the desert the way the Bedouins do. For best Abu Dhabi desert safari deals, book your tour to the desert with us.

Take a break from busy city life and discover the desert nomadic culture on this desert safari tour from Abu Dhabi. Your evening consists of several desert activities such as dune bashing, a camel ride, sandboarding, and henna painting. Then, after you’ve worked up an appetite, sit down to a sumptuous barbecue dinner while watching a traditional dance show.

Prepare for a full day of sightseeing and adventure on this full day tour from Abu Shabi. Visit some of Dubai's most notable landmarks, including the Palm Island, Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al, the world's only 7-star hotel. You will also catch a glimpse of the indoor ski resort Emirates Mall.

Get to know Dubai and stand on the Burj Khalifa’s spectacular observation deck on a day trip from Abu Dhabi. With an expert guide, travel to Dubai and enjoy photo stops at must-sees including the Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah. Learn about Dubai’s rise from fishing village to futuristic metropolis, and cap your visit with an elevator ride to the Burj Khalifa’s 124th floor to experience the awe-inspiring views.

Enjoy a mix of activities on one tour. Drive to the desert for dune bashing and sandboarding sessions, then take a short camel ride. Next, it’s time to unwind at a traditional Bedouin camp with henna painting, shisha smoking, refreshments, and more. A full buffet dinner is served while Nashaat show “group of ladies” dance and tanoura dancers entertain the crowd.

Check out Abu Dhabi’s top sights in one morning on a 4-hour city sightseeing tour. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to see its domes, Islamic art, and prayer hall, and explore traditional desert life and crafts on a stroll around the Heritage Village. Plus, take panoramic drives to see the Emirates Palace, Corniche waterfront, and boundary-pushing cultural landmarks taking shape on Sadiyat Island. Your tour includes air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore the best that Dubai has to offer on this full-day private city tour from Abu Dhabi. Visit key places like the Dubai Museum at Al Fahidi Fort, the Jumeirah Mosque, Burj al Arab, Palm Island and the Atlantic Palm Hotel, and the tallest building in the world, Burj Khalifa. Learn about the history and culture of the emirate from your informative guide and admire the beautiful coastal scenery.

Experience the Arabian desert and its traditional culture on this 6-hour Abu Dhabi shared safari. Visit a desert camp and discover traditional Bedouin life over Arabian coffee and dates. Plus, enjoy a host of activities, including a 4x4 dune bash, camel riding, henna tattoo art, and photos in Arabic dress. Lastly, savor an international barbecue dinner and belly dancing show. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Abu Dhabi, Khalifa, and Yas and Sadiyat islands included.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Abu Dhabi, this half-day city tour covers the main attractions in a handful of hours. Travel comfortably by shared vehicle, with door-to-door pickup and drop-off offered from anywhere within the city, including airports and cruise ports. Highlights include get-down stops at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, souks, the Emirates Palace Hotel, and the waterfront corniche.

A traditional overview of Abu Dhabi in more than 10 languages including an individual visit to the Presidential Palace and Qasr Al Hosn.

Start your day with a 4x4 dune bashing adventure on this guided morning tour. Escape the busyness of Dubai and take a thrilling journey riding over the sand dunes through the Red Desert. Plus go sand boarding and experience a camel ride, which is the way Arabs have traveled for centuries.

Immerse yourself in the Abu Dhabi desert and savor a sunset barbecue on this half-day 4x4 adventure. Board a comfortable 4x4 with a driver and venture into the desert around the city. Take a thrilling dune-bashing session, enjoy a camel ride, and continue to a desert camp in time for sundown. Be welcomed with fresh dates and Arabic coffee, try some sand boarding and perhaps get a henna tattoo. Watch a radiant desert sunset and finish with a succulent barbecue dinner and belly dancing show as dusk cloaks the dunes.

Experience thrills, spills and high-octane adventure among the dunes on this morning desert safari from Abu Dhabi. Visit a Bedouin-style camp nestled deep in the desert before the day’s heat kicks in. Ride and roll over the sand by powerful 4x4 vehicle, and feel the wind in your face as you dominate the dunes! Explore the terrain in style on camelback, just like the desert-dwelling Bedouin peoples, and enjoy breathtaking views over the rugged landscape. Test your balance sand boarding down the dunes, then enjoy refreshments back at camp.

Discover the picturesque city of Al Ain on a day trip from Abu Dhabi. Travel through the desert to the ‘Garden City,’ framed by the rugged Hajar Mountains. Chart the city’s history at Al Ain National Museum; visit the Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum; and witness the water channels that irrigate the palm groves. Gain insight into traditional life at the markets and camel race circuit; and admire city views from nearby Jebel Hafeet mountain. Dip your feet into Al Ain’s springs and seal your trip with an included buffet lunch.