Abu Dhabi: Full-Day Al Ain Tour with Entry Tickets and Meal

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Qasr Al Muwaiji is a historical fort located in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. This architectural marvel, dating back to the early 20th century, was the birthplace of UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The fort has been meticulously restored and transformed into a museum that offers visitors a glimpse into the life and legacy of the Al Nahyan family.

   45 minAdmission included

2. The fort complex at Al Jahili contains within one site many of the different individual elements of traditional mudbrick architecture preserved singly in other parts of Al Ain, including a round watchtower, a square fort with defensive towers at its corners, two large walled enclosures and a mosque outside the walls. Recent work has uncovered the remains of a falaj or covered irrigation channel.

   30 minAdmission included

3. Jabal Hafeet is a mountain in the region of Tawam, on the border of the United Arab Emirates and Oman, which may be considered an outlier of Al Hajar Mountains in Eastern Arabia. Rising 1,240 metres, Jebel Hafit is the emirate’s highest peak, and UAE’s second

   30 min

4. Discover the lush Al Ain Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its extensive date palm groves and traditional falaj irrigation system, highlighting the harmony between nature and urban life.

   30 min

5. Experience the beauty of Green Mubazzarah, an oasis at the base of Jebel Hafeet Mountain, known for its hot springs and lush greenery.

   15 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 142 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5I had a wonderful tolime...

  I had a wonderful time seeing Al Ain Oasis, Old Fort, Jebal Hafeet, camel race track and the camel market. My guide was amazing, he took plenty of photos of me when asked and was most informative on the history and significance of the places we visited.

  Ashley_LFebruary 2026via Viator

• 5Best Al Ain Tour , Must see in UAE

  Aslam our Tour guide was great, he provided us with so much information about UAE, the history, traditions. It was like a private tour since it was just me and my friend. Al Ain was great , in Beauty and Traditions. Every one who visits UAE should make time to see Al Ain. Thanks to our wonderful tour guide we were able to have a wonderful time

  lcongeevFebruary 2026via Viator

• 4Great places of interest included in the tour

  Overall, its a great routing ... including the places that are part of the day tour. Car is clean and driver was very courteous.

  YoSoyDan_RDecember 2025via Viator

• 1A Quiet Tour That Missed the Mark

  I booked this as a group tour but ended up being the only guest, which I initially saw as a bonus. My guide was prompt and on time, and I was excited for what I thought would be a more personalized experience. Our first stop was the camel races, which was interesting, but we were only out of the car for about two minutes to watch the camels walk by before getting back in. At the fort, my guide offered very minimal information. I was able to walk around and read the plaques on my own, which took about 20 minutes. The oasis stop was similar and much more brief: I was taken to a short film and then down a small path to see a few trees before returning to the car. There was no opportunity to explore or understand the cultural significance of the site. I later looked it up on my phone to get any meaningful context. Lunch was a buffet where I was brought a bottle of water and then left completely alone. No one explained the process, and the communication overall was lacking. The food was fine, but the experience felt disorganized. The camel market was another very brief stop, and while Jabel Hafeet was beautiful, I again had to look up the importance of the site on my own because very little information was provided. Throughout the day, the car rides were mostly silent unless I initiated conversation, and the explanations given were minimal at best. I’m not sure if it felt awkward for the guide to have only one guest or if I’m used to more engaging group tours, but overall, the experience was disappointing. I left without a better understanding of the area or culture, and unfortunately, I do not feel the tour was worth the $300 USD price or a full day lost exploring other areas/attractions.

  Laura SDecember 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Back from the future to the past.

  Al Ain was on my bucket list as it has a significant role in UAE history, especially with its links to explorer Wilfred Thesiger, whose book, Arabian Sands, is a must read. The place did not disappoint. Al Jahili Fort is enthralling. The visit to the camel market was interesting, but not for the faint of heart, as camels are a beast of burden and supply to many, not pampered pets.. The trip up the mountain road was superb. It is considered one of the best mountain road drives in the world, some say the best. Our guide and driver Aslam was great and he sure knew how to negotiate the mountains. I like the desert and its history. It provides a glimpse into a past that has been swallowed up mercilessly by Abu Dhabi and even more by over the top Dubai. Get out of the mall and explore. Marks out of 10. Ten

  123GoindyApril 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5A more authentic view of the UAE

  Our guide, Aslam, was very knowledgeable and provided an overall great experience. I would highly recommend this trip for those looking to get away from the shiny new city and out into a more authentic and historic experience of the UAE.

  thegazbotApril 2025via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Abu Dhabi

• Its from-price is 29% below the median of the 141 day trips we list in Abu Dhabi.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 10 of 141.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, the island capital of the United Arab Emirates, pairs a dazzling grand mosque and landmark museums with mangroves, beaches and desert.

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, with its white marble domes, floral inlay and vast courtyard, is one of the most beautiful buildings in the region and glows softly after dark. Nearby, Qasr Al Watan opens the grand halls of the presidential palace to visitors, and Qasr Al Hosn, the city's oldest stone building, tells the story of the emirate's beginnings.

Top-ranked sights in Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Corniche, Qasr Al Watan.

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