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Step into the splendor of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture and one of the most visited landmarks in the UAE. We’ll begin with a scenic drive from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, followed by a guided walk through the mosque’s most breathtaking features: gleaming white marble courtyards, towering minarets, glittering chandeliers, and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet. Along the way, you'll learn how its design reflects Islamic beliefs through symmetry, symbolism, and space. After taking in the mosque’s rich detail, we’ll make our way to Wahat Al Karama, a striking memorial plaza directly facing the mosque. Designed for quiet reflection, it’s also home to one of the most breathtaking views in the UAE. Together, we’ll explore what each detail means, from prayer rituals to palm-inspired columns, and how these awe-inspiring spaces invite reflection, reverence, and deeper understanding.
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Meeting and pickup
Guests will be picked up from the lobby of their Dubai-based hotels or from their Cruise Terminal. For hotels, the guide will alert the concierge upon arrival and proceed to greet the guests and escort them to the vehicle. For Cruise Terminal, the guide will locate the guests from the arrivals hall of the terminal.
Itinerary
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1Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
We’ll visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an absolute marvel in all its dazzling white marble. Believed to be the 8th largest mosque in the world, this place of worship has an open doors policy inviting citizens of the world to see its magnificence up close. Here, we’ll learn about facets of the Islamic faith and the stunning detail in its construction which took 11 years to build and involved contributions from across the world. We’ll learn about the ‘wudu’ washing rituals and witness the prayer halls where Muslims gather to pray ‘salat al-jama‘ah’. We’ll also get to capture the mosque’s magnificence at sunset when the 22 light towers project bluish clouds onto the white marble.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Wahat Al Karama (Oasis of Dignity)
Continue to Wahat Al Karama, the national memorial directly facing the mosque. From the reflective water feature and angled memorial panels, you’ll capture panoramic views of the mosque’s domes and minarets, one of Abu Dhabi’s most striking vantage points.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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