Abu Dhabi tour from Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Mosque & Ferrari World

See Abu Dhabi's five main sights in one guided day from Dubai

A guided day trip from Dubai to Abu Dhabi covers the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Heritage Village, Emirates Palace, Yas Island and Ferrari World with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The tour runs eight hours with a professional guide speaking English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and three additional languages. Dress code requirements for the mosque are strict: women must wear long loose clothing covering arms and legs, with a head covering required. Men must cover shoulders and knees, and entry will be refused if the code is not met.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque1h
2. Abu Dhabi Heritage Village45m · entry included
3. Emirates Palacepassing by
4. Yas Islandpassing by
5. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi30m

Abu Dhabi sightseeing from Dubai

• Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
• Explore Abu Dhabi Heritage Village
• Photo stop at Emirates Palace
• Drive along the Corniche
• Visit Yas Island
• Photo stop at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
• Visit Marina Mall

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Dubai hotel and a drive south to Abu Dhabi. The first stop is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an architectural blend of modern design and classic Islamic style where the guide explains the building's significance. From there, the route moves to the Abu Dhabi Heritage Village, where you learn about Emirate history and heritage on foot. The guide walks you through the stops. Bottled water is provided throughout the day.

After the Heritage Village, you'll pass Emirates Palace for a photo stop outside the hotel, then head to Yas Island. The tour includes a photo stop at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi on Yas Island, though entry to the theme park itself is not part of the package. The drive along the Corniche gives you views of Abu Dhabi's waterfront before the return journey to Dubai, arriving back at your hotel after eight hours.

The guide handles the route and timing, which means you're not navigating between sites or managing a schedule. Hotel pickup and drop-off remove the need to arrange your own transport from Dubai. Bring clothing that meets the mosque's dress code: long loose garments covering arms and legs for women, with a headscarf required. Men need to cover shoulders and knees. Entry to the mosque will be denied if the code is not followed.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubai.
• a professional guide in your chosen language.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• visits to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Heritage Village, Emirates Palace photo stop, Yas Island and Ferrari World photo stop.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday and SaturdayDepartures at 08:00 and 09:00

Book up to14h before

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Insiders Tourism LLC

Is this one for you?The tour moves at a steady pace with walking at the Heritage Village and the mosque, and photo stops at Emirates Palace and Ferrari World. It's a full eight-hour day with multiple sites, so it suits travelers who want to cover Abu Dhabi's main landmarks without building the itinerary themselves. If you prefer a slower pace or want to spend extended time at one location, a private guide or a shorter focused tour would work better.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque like when you visit it?

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is an architectural landmark that combines modern and classic Islamic artistic styles. The guide explains the design and its significance during the visit, and you'll see the building as part of the morning portion of the tour.

Do I need to bring my own water on this tour?

Bottled water is included and provided throughout the eight-hour day, so you don't need to bring your own.

Can I go inside Ferrari World on this tour?

Ferrari World is a photo stop only. You'll see the entrance and take photos from outside, but entry to the theme park is not included in the tour.

What are the dress code rules for the mosque?

Women must wear long loose clothing that covers arms and legs fully, and a headscarf is required at all times. Men must cover shoulders and knees. The mosque will refuse entry if the dress code is not met, so plan your clothing before the tour starts.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included in the tour. The eight-hour day covers five main sights with a guide, but you'll need to arrange your own meal or purchase food separately.