November 12, Day 9. Drive to Abu Dhabi. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and gain insight into the religious traditions of the UAE. Among the grandest in the middle east, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has a capacity for 41,000 worshippers. Take a boat ride in Abu Dhabi for lunch and meet a coral reef conservationist to discuss work funded by National Geographic that studies the effect of climate change on coral reef health, and also learn about the ancient pearling industry in the UAE. Tonight, gather for our farewell dinner.
Hotel: Ritz carlton Hotel, Dubai
November 13, Day 10. Transfer to the airport this morning for your return flight home.