Abu Dhabi Tour Packages

About Abu Dhabi Tourism: Undoubtedly an opulent city, Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and also the largest of the seven emirates. A former fishing village, it has evolved into one of the world’s richest cities and is known for its deserts, mosques, forts, amusement parks, beaches, etc. Visit this extraordinary city with Holidify’s Abu Dhabi tour packages made for every kind of traveller.

One of Abu Dhabi’s highlights is its vast stretch of deserts such as Rub Al Khali and Al Khaznah, where you can go camel riding, quad biking, sandboarding, camping in bedouins and more! The Al Jahili Fort and Qasr Al Muwaiji are two magnificent forts you must see when on a trip to Abu Dhabi, along with the spectacular Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque surrounded by gardens.

The Liwa Oasis is one of Abu Dhabi’s natural attractions that houses over 50 villages that sustain themselves and contribute to the UAE’s economy by using the arid terrain for farming. If you’re looking to leave the bustling city, make your way over to the tranquil Saadiyat Public Beach or Corniche Beach to enjoy the clear waters, views of the skyline, sunsets and water sports like sailing, swimming, and kayaking.

Abu Dhabi tour packages offer plenty of cultural experiences. You get to explore the Louvre, an art and civilisation museum, Manarat Al Saadiyat that showcases local and international art, and Qasr al-Hosn Fort that focuses on the region’s historical events. What you would surely love is strolling through Mushrif Central Park, Heritage Park or even visiting the Al Ain Zoo and Aquarium that contains over 4,000 animals.

While the reconstructed Heritage Village represents the emirate’s past, Masdar City run on renewable energy symbolises its future. When travelling to Abu Dhabi, make sure to spend a day at its renowned amusement parks like Warner Bros. World or Yas WaterWorld. Moreover, the man-made Yas Island comprises several hotels and stores along with Ferrari World and Yas Marina Circuit.

As is the case with any other holiday, you cannot return from Abu Dhabi without having done some shopping. Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi Mall and Women’s Handicrafts Centre sell designer and local merchandise. November to March is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi since the weather is pleasant. Moreover, with Abu Dhabi tour packages, you often get to experience the neighbouring emirate of Dubai.

Dubai has in store for you countless amazing attractions such as the towering Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountain and Miracle Garden. It’s also home to deserts where you can partake in thrilling activities and Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Dubai Old Souk. Holidify’s customisable Abu Dhabi tour packages feature wonderful attractions and activities and guarantee you a marvellous trip with friends and family, all at a reasonable price.

Shopping in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi has something for everyone, from beautiful boutiques, massive malls, and attractive shops to bustling marketplaces. Most of the malls here are attached to hotels, which makes shopping in Abu Dhabi easier and relaxed, and you might end up saving on travelling if you live in any of these hotels. Apart from the mall, there are many traditional Arabic markets called ‘souks’ which sell authentic and traditional Arabic products. Need a new carpet for your living room or aesthetic lamps? Head to the Carpet Souk and the Iranian Souk. Not just handicrafts and garments, these souks also sell exotic spices and herbs.

Food in Abu Dhabi

While Abu Dhabi offers some of the best fine dining options in the world with cuisines ranging from Italian, French, pan-Asian, and even of Hispanic origin, the traditional dishes are definitely what should be at the top of your list. Here are some of the best local dishes to try in Abu Dhabi.

• 1. Khuzi (also Ghuzi) - Whole roasted lamb meat or mutton served on top of spicy rice.
• 2. Al Machboos - A dish very similar to Biryani, it is prepared in a single pot with a variety of meat, vegetables, spices and condiments. A unique addition is that of dried lemons or 'loomi.'
• 3. Shawarma - This Lebanese dish needs no introduction. You can get it in filled with a variety of meat and condiments.
• 4. Balaleet - A traditional sweet dish that is also savoury, it is made of vermicelli sweetened with sugar, nuts, saffron, rose water, cardamom, cinnamon, pistachios and is topped with an egg omelette
• 5. Luqaimat - A popular Emirati dessert, These are small crunchy dumplings soaked in sweet and sticky date syrup known as Dibbs
• 6. Falafel - Fried patties and balls made up of ground chickpeas or fava beans served with a spicy sauce or a dip.

Best Time to Visit Abu Dhabi

The best months to visit Abu Dhabi are from November to February. These are the winter months when the temperatures are cooler and more pleasant. These conditions make for a much more comfortable experience for tourists.

How to Reach Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi International Airport is connected to around 85 cities in about 49 countries through more than 52 flights. In addition, several direct flights connect Abu Dhabi to India. Indigo, Jet Airways, Air India, SpiceJet, Air India Express, Etihad, Gulf Air and Oman Air are the few flying options available for those travelling from India to Dubai. In addition, one can also board a flight from several Indian cities such as New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kozhikode, Mangalore and many more.