Al Ain, the traditional seat of the Sheikhs, is perhaps the most folkloric of the main cities in the UAE, a corner of the world that encompasses old culture and tradition within the city's daily life till present day. It is in this beautiful oasis that you will be able to experience the desert life in all its glory. Embrace all the rich culture that this city has to offer by joining our Gray line excursion which will take you to the Al Ain National Museum as well as the Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum. Learn more about ancient Emirati customs and traditions as you later visit the camel race track and the livestock market. The wealth of culture to be found in this formerly vital desert trading center includes bazaars that date back to the 18th century, where you can watch the heated bargaining and debates at the camel market. Following this, we will head to Jebel Hafeet, a great mountain overlooking the incredible beauty of Al Ain city. We will explore the Hot Springs situated at the foot of the mountain, which are abundantly found throughout the region, and from which the water is said to have a mysterious, magical healing power. To end the tour, we will have lunch in a luxurious hotel where you will be able to sample local dishes from the region before heading back to Abu Dhabi.
Get out of the city for a day with a scenic tour to discover the great city of Al Ain, the traditional seat of the Sheikhs and perhaps the most traditional of the main cities in the UAE. A true series of oases, there is evidence that habitation in this glorious corner of the world has continued for millennia.
After picking you up from your hotel we'll arrive at Al Ain and visit the Al Ain National Museum and Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum to discover this city's rich history and heritage. Then we'll head to the camel race track to discover this traditional sport, followed by a visit to a livestock market to see how the locals trade goods. A wealth of culture to be found in this formerly vital desert trading centre includes bazaars that date back to the 18th century. Next we'll watch the bargaining at the camel market.
We'll end the day with a drive to Jebel Hafeet, the great mountain that enjoys a remarkable location that overlooks the beauty of Al Ain. Then we'll visit a local hot spring at the foot of the mountain to relax in the healing waters that are found abundantly here. We'll have a delicious lunch in the city before returning to Dubai.
Visiting Attractions
Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum
Al Ain National Museum
Al Ain Camel Market
Jebel Hafeet
Meal
B: Excluded, L: Included, D: Excluded
Includes & Excludes
Includes
* Transportation with Driver guide in English and Audio guiding in German, Italy, French, Portuguese, Spanish and English.
* Entrance fees
* Buffet Lunch in a Luxurious hotel with soft drinks.
Excludes
* Personal expenses
Special Notes
Hotel: No accommodation / Not applicable
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* Tour start : Our tour will start at 9:00Hrs
* Pick up : Gray Line will pick up its customers in most of the major hotels. The pick up time vary between 1 hour to 15 minutes before the start of the tour. We will confirm you one day earlier a precise time by email.
* Drop off: After the tour, our vehicle will drop off the passengers back to the hotel.
* Children Policy: Discount 30% up to 11.99 y
* Languages: Driver Guide in English and, Audio guiding in SPANISH, FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, PORTUGUESE, ENGLISH.
* Cancellation Policy: Up-to 72 hours free of charge. otherwise full charge applicable.
* Please call or email us 24-48 hours ahead of time to receive your pick-up time. Hotel pick-up may be as early as 1 hour prior to tour start time, be ready in your hotel lobby 5 minutes prior to the pick-up time provided. The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service. This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
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