Al Ain Day Trip
Day Trip Details
After picking you up from your hotel in Dubai at the indicated time, we'll head south-east on an hour and a half-long bus ride to Al Ain, located on the border with Oman. Our journey will take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
We'll arrive at Al Ain, the fourth largest city in the United Arab Emirates. Did you know that it is known as 'The Spring'? You'll find out why on the trip!
To begin, we'll head to Qasar Al Ain, the Al Ain Palace Museum. We'll discover the Bedouin-style architecture of this palace, which was home to the late Sheikh Zayed and his family. We'll also learn all about the life of this Sheikh.
From here, we'll head to Jahili Fort. We'll enter this fortress and marvel at its extensive collection of photographs and admire its 19th-century architecture. This place has been a historically significant strategic point... let's find out why!
Our next stop will be the Al Ain Oasis, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011. This immense garden is home to more than 147,000 date palms and features the famous Aflaj irrigation system that brings fresh spring water from the Hajar Mountains.
Afterwards, we'll visit Jebel Hafeet Mountain, which is the highest mountain in this Emirate. Don't forget your camera! At this point it's likely you'll be quite peckish, so we'll make a stop at a restaurant at the top of the mountain so you can enjoy an international buffet (drinks not included). Grabbing a bite to eat with these views, will be the cherry on top of the day!
After a total of 8 hours, we'll bring the tour to an end as we return to your hotel in Dubai.
Partial Closures
Please keep in mind that the Al Ain Palace Museum is temporarily closed for renovations. We'll visit the Al Muwaiji Palace until further notice.
Private Trip to Al Ain
Do you want to go on a trip to just one city? We recommend booking a private trip from Dubai. You'll have a guide exclusively for you on your visit to Al Ain or Sharjah, Fujairah or Abu Dhabi. It's up to you!
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
English–speaking guide
Transport by minibus
Buffet lunch
Not included
Drinks.
When to book?
You can book up until 18 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- Include water in recyclable cartons.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Surprise Tourism
Corporate name: SURPRISE TOURISM LLC.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
