From Abu Dhabi: Half-Day Sheikh Zayed Mosque Guided Tour Sharing Tour with Lunch
ID: GYG903938-O-1416843
Category:
Country: UA Emirates
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Experience Abu Dhabi's history and heritage with a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Grand Mosque. Taste the flavors of Emirati cuisine with an optional lunch at Al Khayma Heritage House.
Have an exciting start to your day as our tour guides pick you up from your hotel in Abu Dhabi and take you on a half-day trip to explore the city's iconic landmark, the Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Once the ride begins, sit back and relax while learning more about the country and the mosque from your guide.
From the moment you enter the mosque, you will surely be mesmerized by its magnificence, spread across 30 acres of land. While at the mosque, don’t forget to stop by and witness the Swarovski crystal chandeliers and the intricate details of the largest hand-knotted carpet in the world.
If you have selected the tour without lunch, you will be returned to your hotel. For those opting for lunch, you will have the opportunity to savor the flavors of Emirati cuisine at Al Khayma Restaurant, followed by a drop-off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Admire the grand architecture of UAE's largest mosque, the Sheikh Zayed Mosque
- Witness the elegance of the world's largest hand-knotted carpet kept at the mosque
- Learn more about the UAE and the Grand Mosque from a licensed tour guide
- Try the flavors of Emirati cuisine with an optional lunch at Al Khayma House
- Enjoy round-trip transportation to the sites in an air-conditioned vehicle
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Women should wear long, loose clothing to ensure that their arms, legs, knees, and head are fully covered
However, a long Abaya (long black-dress attire) with a scarf will also be available to borrow
Men should also ensure that their shoulders, legs, and knees are covered (as there are no clothes available for men to borrow)
Tattoos must be covered during the mosque visit
If you’re short on time and have a flight to catch later, consider booking a private tour
The tour duration includes the pickup, drop-off, and the travel time to and from Abu Dhabi
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
