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General Information

Company

KURBAN TOURS

Established in 1952, KURBAN Tours is continuously contributing in the development of tourism as a Destination Management Company and it does so by offering a quality service to its clients through the following:

Incentives & Events Organisation
Whether to motivate a sales team, host a client, brighten the corporate image of a company or perhaps launch a new product, KURBAN's team of professionals is ready to organise the event.

Congresses & Seminars Co-ordination
Our destinations are more and more adapted to international congresses. KURBAN Tours strongly believes that the success of a congress depends largely on the quality and precision of organization and coordination.

Trips and Tours
In addition, KURBAN's experience in tourism and tour organisation is the ideal background to offer its clients the most exciting pre and post tours.

Daily Tours
Daily tours are a must to any visitor. KURBAN Tours is contributing highly in the promotion of regions through the daily excursions it organises.

KURBAN Tours promotes Lebanon, UAE, & Oman in more than 40 countries offering them complete programs & packages.

Destination

ABU DHABI A GROWING DESTINATION

Abu Dhabi, "Father of the Gazelle", is the name of both the capital city of the United Arab Emirates and the largest of the seven individual emirates that make up the Country.

The Emirate was little known as a tourist destination until the discovery of oil that financed its major development program. Although, Abu Dhabi has long been a transit hub for people traveling between Europe and the Far East, it is only today that the city has become a magical destination in its own right, providing visitors from across the globe with unique experiences.

Abu Dhabi, the thriving, exciting metropolitan capital of the United Arab Emirates beckons visitors into its melting pot of international cultures, styles and traditions.

Here, contemporary styles successfully combine with traditional Arab values in a curious harmony that is reflected in the variety of sights and experiences this interesting city has to offer. Discover the wealth of ancient Arab culture and heritage, romantic dhow cruises and mystical dune dinners set out under a canopy of stars. You can do a range of special activities, from golf to camel and horse racing.

Abu Dhabi still values its past. Ancient customs and traditions seem to live in harmony with the city’s modern, oil-driven economic expansion.

Example Programme

(5 days / 4 nights)

DAY 1
Arrival at Abu Dhabi airport with meet & greet.
Transfer to the hotel by a deluxe motorcoach with accompanying guide.
Welcome cocktail followed by dinner at the hotel.
Overnight at your selected hotel.

DAY 2
Discover Abu Dhabi & the Future: visit the new projects in the Emirates Palace (Saadiyat Island).
Lunch at the Iranian restaurant, Anar.
Desert safari with a dinner in a Bedouin camp: transportation by 4x4, camel rides, traditional BBQ dinner, henna painting, belly dancing show and water pipe.
Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 3
Breakfast at the hotel.
Private camel race.
Lunch at the top of Jebel Hafeet.
Visit of Al Ain: the museum.
Theme dinner: Aladdin legend.
Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 4
Breakfast at the hotel.
Multi-activity day: Camel riding, quad driving, boating and game fishing, traditional fishing, spa treatment, belly dancing lessons, Arabic cooking lessons and golfing on sand.
Lunch at the hotel.
Dinner: Fame & Luxe showcase. Experience a musical journey through time.
Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 5
Breakfast at the hotel.
Option: Half-day Boat racing in Abu Dhabi.
Transfer to the airport for departure.

Suggested Sightseeing

The Sheikh Zayed Mosque: The Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is believed to be one of the largest mosques in the world. It's a huge square structure, notable for its enormous size and triple-domed roof.

Cultural Foundation: It's a must-see attraction for culture lovers visiting Abu Dhabi. Aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of the emirate, it houses the National Archives, the National Library and the Qasr Al Hosn (the Fort Palace). The Cultural Foundation organises a range of festivals and events such as international book fairs, dolphin shows and colourful programs of classical music.

Heritage Village: Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi City, the Heritage Village provides an insight into the lifestyle and traditions of Bedouin and other native cultures. Visitors can enjoy traditional sports such as camel riding and falconry.

Qasr Al Hosn: the historic Qasr Al Hosn Palace, or White Fort, lies next to Abu Dhabi’s Cultural Foundation. Built in 1761, the palace was the official residence of the ruling Al Nahyan family until 1966. A view of this centuries-old structure provides a glimpse at the ruling family’s history and traditions. Entrance is free however presently there are no visitor guides.

Liwa Oasis: Located on the edge of Rub Al Khali Desert, Liwa Oasis boasts some of the tallest sand dunes in the world. Dune bashing on Liwa Oasis is a popular and exciting activity here.

Women's Craft Centre: A popular attraction for culture lovers, Women's Craft Centre in Abu Dhabi offers visitors a golden opportunity to see women making local handicrafts such as weaving, embroidery, sewing, basketry and pottery.

Abu Dhabi Corniche and Breakwater: A popular tourist attraction in Abu Dhabi, the Corniche features parkland, gardens, modern buildings and the deep blue Persian Gulf as the backdrop. A breakwater protects the Corniche from violent waves. From Breakwater Point, visitors can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city.

Al Ain Oasis: Popularly known as the 'Garden City', Al Ain is famed for its beautiful architecture, museum, and archaeological sites. Major sightseeing spots in Al Ain include the Museum, Al Jahili Fort, Al Ain Zoo and Aquarium, and the Hili Fun City, a beautiful amusement park.

Lulu Island, Abu Dhabi
Lulu Island, Abu Dhabi is spread over 1050-acre on the Coast of Abu Dhabi Island. Lulu Island is situated near the Corniche, Abu Dhabi. Tourists can hire a boat and explore this island whenever they like.

The Gulf coastline has more than 200 islands, which vary in number of inhabitants, shape and size. Out of all the Gulf islands Lulu Island is most the most famous island in this region.

Lulu Island, Abu Dhabi is a large man-made island. Work began in early 1988 to transform this manmade island in a comfortable holiday resort area. This man-made island is protected by backwater.

The island is now being developed as a mixed commercial and residential project. Lulu Island has several lovely beaches and this place will surely become a hub for people who wish to indulge in water sports in Abu Dhabi.

Once this project is complete, Lulu Island will aid tourism in Dubai. The Lulu Island, Abu Dhabi, once completed, will certainly give a warm welcome to all the tourists who are on tours to Dubai. Lulu Island will be certainly a recreational paradise in the future as it is developing a number of hotels, restaurants, gardens, and bird and animal sanctuaries.

Abu Dhabi City Tour: We visit the fishing harbour and the dhow yard, where these sturdy vessels are still built in the traditional way, then the Heritage Village, which houses a small museum and depicts the traditional daily activities of the Arab community prior to the discovery of oil. We look at the ancient, renovated Al Husn Fort and the Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation, after we drive along the spectacular Corniche, the beautiful Volcano Fountain, past gleaming white mosques, glass-clad offices and elegant apartments.

Dhow Cruise Dinner: A fascinating two-hour evening cruise aboard a traditional Arab dhow. These sturdy wooden vessels still sail the Gulf waters and at one time took Arab seafarers to China, the Spice Islands and East Africa in quest of trade. Your voyage departs from Zayed Free Port, sails leisurely past the impressive man-made Lulu Island and past Abu Dhabi's brilliantly-illuminated minarets, domes and towers that line the Corniche. A delicious barbecue including seafood is served on board, followed by a Kahwa, the fragrant Arabic coffee.

Al Ain Tour: The road from Abu Dhabi takes you through rolling desert before reaching Al Ain, Located at 100 Km from Abu Dhabi, against the mountain backdrop of the 1300-metre-high Jebel Hafit. For thousands of years the oasis of Al Ain has been an important caravan stop on the ancient trade routes across Arabia. Our first visit will be to the museum with local traditions, culture and the Bedouin lifestyle, as well as exhibits from the 2,500-year-old Mesopotamian burial site nearby. We continue to the camel market and then on to Mahda Oasis to see the 2,000-year-old Falaj system feeding the date gardens. We visit then Al Ain Palace Museum, the old residential complex of the late Sheikh Zayed, and then return to Abu Dhabi.

Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi
We will board our luxury 4x4 vehicles and afterwards we drive through the unique adventure of the desert to reach the camp in the middle of the desert. Then we will feel the real experience of Arabia and Bedouin life. We will go through the dunes of the desert. We will experience the thrilling roller-coaster rides on the sand dunes and watch the beautiful sunset before arriving to the “BEDOUIN VILLAGE camp” –a place that is practically in the middle of nowhere and where you can have unique insights into the Bedouin life. A delicious BBQ dinner will be served with Middle Eastern specialties cooked on the site. Chicken, lamb, shish Kebab, Hummus, Taboule …. And many other famous Arabic dishes.

Sand Boarding and Dune Buggy Ride: You will leave the comfort of your hotel and travel across the desert by 4x4 vehicle.    The drive takes you to some of the most beautiful sand dunes of the deserts in Abu Dhabi. Upon reaching the dunes, you have the opportunity to experience the exhilaration of one of the most popular sports in the desert - sand boarding! No trip to Dubai is complete without at least  one  slide  down  a  sand  dune. While  you  are  there,  why  not  take  a  camel  ride  across  the  dunes,  or  maybe  an adventurous ride on a dune buggy.

Horse Races: Join us for a night of thrilling horse racing - a favorite Arabian pastime and a sport for which the region is famed. Our guide will collect you from your hotel late afternoon and accompany you to the exclusive Abu Dhabi Golf & Equestrian Club. Sip a welcome drink on the terrace overlooking the racetrack and golf course while soaking up the atmosphere of the sport of kings.  Later you can enjoy a sumptuous barbecue dinner whilst watching the races from the patio in front of the starting boxes. We cannot predict the winners for you but we guarantee a truly enjoyable evening and, after the last race has been run, we transfer you back to your hotel.

Arjan 4x4 Safari: Early morning sees the start of this fascinating exploration of some of the emirate’s most unspoiled and interesting locations, centered on the dramatic high dunes of the Arjan area.

In 4x4 vehicles you will have an adventurous drive through the rocky landscapes; an hour or so of rough driving can be rewarded by scenes of great and unexpected beauty as we pass large and small Wadis and we cross lush landscape surrounding the small settlements and villages deep in the mountains.

Passing Al Wathba Palace, the camel farms and Bedouin encampments that dot the area, we settle under the shade for a relaxed picnic lunch while enjoying the peace and tranquility of the stunning desert landscape.

Dubai and Sharjah City Tour: We leave Abu Dhabi and travel north-east, passing Jebel Ali, the world's largest man-made harbor. We arrive to Sharjah after 2 hours, where you will have plenty of time to explore the hundreds of shops in the Blue Souk selling carpets, gold, silver, antiques, perfumes, clothes and many other temptations. The city also displays several structures, where traditional architectural themes are superbly interpreted in modern materials. Continuing our drive to Dubai, we pause at a popular Dubai shopping mall, where you will have the opportunity to shop and eat.

After lunch we visit the Dubai Museum, housed in the city's ancient fort. Here you see fabulous life-size displays of the city's past as an important pearl diving and trading centre. You then experience the age-old tradition of crossing the Creek on an Abra "Water Taxi". Back on land again,  we walk through the heady scents of the spice market to Dubai's famous Gold Souk, which offers exquisitely worked jewelers at some of the world's lowest prices. Again, there is ample time for shopping before the return journey to Abu Dhabi.

East Coast Tour: This explored jewel of Arabia is a destination waiting to be discovered. The tour begins with a drive through the lush oasis of Al Dhaid, renowned for its fruit and vegetable plantations. Then, leave onto Masafi and the picturesque Hajar mountains, before reaching the village of Dibba for a wander around the small port. The drive continues along the coast, through fishing villages. We will pass by Fujeirah and Khorfakkan, stopping at the Badiya Mosque, UAE's oldest place of worship. It is also known as the "Ottoman Mosque", which shows a unique design with four small domes held up by a massive central pillar. After your Lunch at Khorfakhan, we continue to Fujairah where we stop at the renovated Fort. Before returning to Dubai there is a last stop at the oasis by the old citadel of Bithnah and time to browse around the Friday Market in Masafi.

Additional Ideas

Islands: Lulu, Saadiyat, Yas Island, Sir Bani yas, Dalma, etc..
Unknown to most the Abu Dhabi emirate is archipelagic, where nearly 200 islands are strewn along its coast. This means island-hopping is a popular pastime among affluent residents who have boats and even for non-boat owners, where public transportation is available. Private tour operators likewise offer similar island-hopping services. Since some islands are presently undergoing major development, access may be limited for sometime.

Al Ain National Museum
The Al Ain Museum provides an accurate and beautiful montage of the ancestry, heritage and culture of the people in Abu Dhabi. The museum has two main sections: archaeology and ethnography, plus a third section where visitors can purchase gifts.

Equestrian Riding
Abu Dhabi locals, particularly the ruling family and the sheikhs, have a long and passionate relationship with the stunning Arabian horse. The ancient Arabian horses were remarkably trained by their Bedouin masters as war horses due to their intelligence and outstanding stamina, while at the same time possessing an undisputed reputation for beauty and gentle demeanour towards people. A visit to the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club at the Mushrif area (near the Al Mushrif Palace), about 10 minutes from Abu Dhabi city centre, gives visitors a glimpse of the outstanding role played by horses in the local heritage and sporting culture.

Falcon Hospital
The Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital, the largest falcon hospital in the world is dedicated for the highest standard of comprehensive treatment and care of falcons and other raptors with over 4400 patients per year. You will visit to our unique falconry museum where you get a deep insight in the traditional heritage of falconry with displays of special tools and equipment.

Helicopter discovery of Abu Dhabi
See Abu Dhabi as you've never seen it before! Be astounded by the towering buildings and the cityscape of one of the fastest developing city in the world. With the large windows of the chopper, the ability to hover and fly slowly around points of particular interest, will give you an amazing new perspective on the towns you thought you already saw so well.

Shopping Delight in Abu Dhabi 
Abu Dhabi is a blend of the new and the old. This is true not just of the city, its architecture, its attitude and customs but also of its shopping. Here you will find a mix of the snazziest shopping malls and the wonderfully quaint traditional markets or "Souks".

Boating & Game Fishing
If you are up to the challenge of tangling with some of the world’s most fierce fish, this is the sport for you. The Abu Dhabi coast is rich in marine life including Marlin, Sailfish, Yellow fin Tuna and Dorado provide exciting drama as they fight your line on the high seas.

Diving & Snorkelling
UAE is the place for divers and snorkellers. The ocean is full of treasures to be discovered. You will depart in small groups of 4-6 to board small boats that will take you from one creek to the other allowing you to practice your favorite sport!

Golfing on sand  
Experience golf like never before in Abu Dhabi. The Al Ghazal Club, home to one of the best sand courses in the world. The 18 hole Al Ghazal Golf course, which opened in 1997, measures 6711 yards of the white tees, with a par 71 and presents an exciting challenge to the novice and the experienced golfer. Instead of greens there are browns!

Future Abu Dhabi
The city is focusing on green spaces, quality surroundings, and is building now exceptional developments such as:

1. Saadiyat Island with the LOUVRE museum & Guggenheim.
2. The YAS Island with the Ferrari Theme park.
3. The Reem Island development with a great business community.
4. The Raha Beach development with a top class city surrounding.
5. And many other projects to form one of the largest project in the world besides Dubai!

Go over the top
Take a trip to the emirate’s highest point, Jebel Hafeet, or better yet stay overnight in one of the scenic hotels located near the mountain’s peak. Ideal time to visit this site is during the cooler months (November to March) where the temperature could drop dramatically, especially during the evenings. A lovely view of the city below is an added bonus for the visitor and provides a great photographic backdrop for your visit. Jebel Hafeet, which is located in Al Ain, is about half an hour drive from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

Go for gold
What’s a trip to Abu Dhabi without shopping for some real souvenir items?  The kind that could outlast your stock dividends and make you look good at the same time? Head to the Madinat Zayed Gold Souk before you head back to the airport to bag reasonably priced pieces of jewelery for yourself or your loved ones back home. Price haggling, however, is an art you must learn before setting off for this trip. Usually you can bargain for as much as half of the originally quoted price, especially if you are purchasing more than one piece of gold jewelery from the same store. Once a price has been verbally agreed on, however, the buyer is expected to make a purchase. The Madinat Zayed Gold Souk is a stone’s throw away from the Madinat Zayed Shopping Centre and the Abu Dhabi Central Post Office.

Red-carpet welcome
Admittedly carpets add an unexplained charm to one’s living room or bedroom. The Iranian Souk and Al Meena Souk boast some of the widest collection of the renowned hand-made Persian carpets in Abu Dhabi. Again, some excellent price haggling skills should be kept handy during such trips.

Nightlife
Notwithstanding its cosmopolitan, multicultural nature and business orientation, Abu Dhabi city retains much of the quite charm that characterizes a typical Arabic city at night. Nightlife in Abu Dhabi can be as quiet and refreshing as a stroll by the corniche or in a park in the cooler seasons or as active as watching a rock band performance in a pub or dancing in a night club in one of Abu Dhabi’s five or four-star hotels. Between the two extremes, nightlife in Abu Dhabi has much to offer to all age groups, tastes and interests – families and single visitors alike. An evening out can be a culinary treat from a wide range of oriental and international cuisines, a cultural event such as a play, a lecture, a concert or an art exhibition, or it can simply be a show at a movie theatre or an evening at gaming centre or an Arabic coffee shop where the traditional shisha (hookah or hubbly-bubbly) is served. Shopping malls, which remain open till 10:00 or 11:00 at night, are a main attraction for many of Abu Dhabi residents and visitors, not only for the rich shopping experience – or the equally exciting window-shopping – but for the variety of outlets and services grouped in these malls.

Natural Reserves
Sir Bani Yas Island houses captive breeding facilities for UAE’s indigenous fauna and other desert animals. Visits are allowed on prearranged basis only. For those who wish to book excursions or overnight stays can do so from Danat Resort Jebel Dhanna. This is located 240km west of Abu Dhabi, nine kilometres off Jebel Dhanna headland

Bird Watching
Eco-tourism in Abu Dhabi is expected to grow exponentially in coming years, as more attention is given to this high potential industry. Abu Dhabi and the rest of the United Arab Emirates have been particularly acknowledged as one of the top four destinations in the whole Middle East for bird-watching tours. Birdwatchers can chance upon the largest collection of birds the region has to offer during the migration seasons. Abu Dhabi is permanent home to over 80 species which bread in a landscape that ranges from sand dunes to oases, and mountains to wadis and pockets of wetlands.

Theme Party Ideas for Incentives

Midnight Desert Party
Drive to the outskirts of the desert by our exclusive 4x4 desert extreme jeeps. You will then be escorted on camel backs to a 'Bedouin Camp' located in the desert where the amazing sights of the moon valley and typical Bedouin hospitality greet you. Surrounded by folklore displays, the atmosphere in the desert forms a perfect start to your 1001 Arabian Nights experience! The henna tattoo artist who skillfully tattoos traditional designs, the traditional Arabic music and attire which will be given to you at the camp will transport you to a hospitality-filled village area bustling with life and excitement.

The tent will be decorated with traditional Persian rugs and lanterns. Waiters, disguised as members of the Bedouin clan, will usher guests to the low tables and seat them on richly embroidered Arabian style cushions. The tables will be decorated with reddish-brown table-cloth, oil lamps and a hubble-bubble.

The evening takes off with a cocktail and traditional barbecue dinner followed by Arabic coffee. After dinner, the real festivities begin. Belly dancers mesmerize the audience with their amazing performance, making sure all guests actively participate and join in the fun.

Banqueting Venues with a difference

Emirates Palace - Ballroom
The most luxurious Grand Ballroom in the region, divisible into 3 sections, accommodating up to 2400 people. It is the definition of extraordinary style & elegance. Events also can be made in the Palace Gardens..

Heritage Village
The heritage Village is a must see for anyone interested in understanding the dramatic transformation of Abu Dhabi. It offers a glimpse into a way of life and culture that is far removed from the more cosmopolitan and globalised city we see today. Test the effectiveness of a wind tower or get up close and personal with a camel or a beautiful Arabian horse. The village is situated on the breakwater, overlooking the cornice and is run by the Emirates Heritage Club. Traditional aspects of the Bedouin way of life are on display, including a campfire with coffee pots, goat hair tents, a well and irrigation system, all attractively displayed in the open museum. There is a little spice shop, a small souk and air-conditioned museum houses a great collection of artifacts and pictures. The heritage village is a lovely setting for a private dinner function.

Abu Dhabi Golf Club
An oasis of tranquility and beauty carved out of the desert, just 10 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 30 minutes from the city centre, the Abu Dhabi Golf Club by Sheraton boasts world-class golfing facilities, a striking clubhouse with three floors of restaurants, a fully equipped executive meeting room, an extensive sports and fitness club.

Shangri-La - Ballroom
Legendary Shangri-La hospitality arrives in Abu Dhabi. The hotel, the first of its kind in this fast-evolving city, offers an impressive variety of services and facilities, and exemplifies luxurious hospitality in what is truly a destination within a destination.

Elegant and refined medium-sized function space of Shangri-La Hotel, Abu Dhabi provides separate entrances and modern facilities in a setting ideal for meetings, dinner occasions or social events. The diversity of the complex allows our guests to choose a desirable location either by the infinity pool overlooking the sea or in the more exclusive surroundings of a private villa.

Convention Centres

Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre will be the most modern exhibition facility in the World and one of the largest purpose built exhibition and convention facilities in the Middle East.

It was opened by Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on 18th February, 2007. The venue already has around 60 major exhibitions confirmed for 2008.

Travelling to and from an event is a vital part of the experience. Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre, at the heart of the United Arab Emirates' transport network, offers unrivalled access for visitors from the UAE and abroad. The Capital City's transport network is established and works well. Unlike other cities and towns in the UAE, traffic congestion is rarely experienced in Abu Dhabi.

Its design is unique and has been devised with customers in mind. From the exciting use of reflective glass which allows light to cascade onto visitors, stimulating and inspiring them; to its U-shaped design which allows for separate access for exhibitors, visitors and VIPs - the complex will handle the largest international exhibitions and the most intimate of meetings with ease and confidence.

As the ultimate state of intent, a unique curved tower will rise from the ground in a gravity defying form to look out over the Arabian Gulf. This tower will become the symbol of ADNEC and an icon of Abu Dhabi internationally; it will transform the landscape of Abu Dhabi as much as ADNEC will transform the exhibition industry in the Middle East.

The venue at a glance:
57,000sqm of inter-connected hall space
21,000sqm U-shaped air conditioned concourse
7,500sqm of high specification conference and banqueting areas for up to 800 people
More than 30 mezzanine level flexible meeting rooms
12,000sqm of serviced office space for organisers
2,000sqm food court with 8 outlets
Multi storey and grade level car parking for 7,500 vehicles

The Emirates Palace
Located on a 1.3 km stretch of Abu Dhabi’s most beautiful sandy beach, Emirates Palace will offer unparallel leisure facilities with two stunning pool landscapes and two ultra luxurious spas at the end of each of the East and West Wings for relaxation time between conference and business activities. The Emirates Palace International Conference Centre promises to be one of the most impressive conference venues ever to be built, placing it on the world map as a major conference destination. Boasting a world class array of conference facilities and venues, Emirates Palace International Conference Centre houses an auditorium with fixed seating for 1,200 guests, a main ballroom that can hold up to 2000 persons, an extensive range of 40 meeting rooms, a high-tech business centre and a media centre. Six large terraces and a variety of pre-function areas will provide many possibilities for breaks, cocktail receptions and banquets. Set in 100 hectares of beautifully landscaped park with several open lawns, Emirates Palace offers spectacular outdoor venues for gala dinners and creative events. For the business travellers, Emirates Palace will offer 302 luxury rooms and 92 magnificent suites all equipped with 22nd Century technology including plasma TV’s, wireless internet access, a fully interactive TV system and electronic programming guides to provide instant rewind and pause of television programming.

Welcome Gifts

• A silver dhow in wooden case
• A sculpture of silver dhow in a frame
• Sands from the seven emirates
• Dallah - the typical Arabic coffee pot
• Dish Dash - Local Arabic Dress for men
• Gotra - Local Arabic Dress for women
• Picture books on the Emirates: History and development.
• Pashmina for ladies
• Selection of spices
  
• Oud – local perfume for ladies
  

Specialist Groups

All types of Special Interest and FIT's handled.