Abu Dhabi is making a direct pitch to Indian families planning a Diwali break. The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has launched a seasonal push around multi-generational getaways, with holiday packages starting at INR 83,825 per person, according to the October 6 announcement carried by Hindu BusinessLine.

The emirate sits three to four hours by air from major Indian cities, and the campaign packages together beaches, museums, theme parks, festive shopping and Diwali food rather than asking families to assemble the trip piece by piece.

What the headline packages include

Utazzo’s six-night festive package starts from INR 83,325 per person with accommodation, breakfast and airport transfers, plus Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, a Yas Island theme park and a desert safari. Flamingo Transworld’s package starts from INR 167,500 per person including return economy flights, a UAE visa and three nights in Abu Dhabi, with high tea at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, two Yas Island theme parks, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi and the Grand Mosque. Thomas Cook’s three-night package starts from INR 136,500 per person and adds Qasr Al Watan, Snow Abu Dhabi and BAPS Hindu Mandir, Business News For Profit reports.

Rollercoaster at a Yas Island theme park in Abu Dhabi
Packages bundle Yas Island theme parks with cultural stops and desert safaris.

Hotel and dining offers in the campaign

Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island is offering up to 25 percent off its best available rate for stays of at least two nights between November 1 and 15, with complimentary all-inclusive stays for children in selected room categories. On the food side, Namak’s Diwali Table runs from November 6 to 8 with live chaat, tandoor dishes, regional Indian food and traditional sweets at about INR 4,200 per adult, with up to two children aged 10 and under dining free.

Planning the trip from Dubai or India

Families already in the UAE can treat Abu Dhabi as an easy add-on: our Abu Dhabi day trip from Dubai guide, the Grand Mosque visitor guide and the bus from Dubai to Abu Dhabi page cover the logistics. Prices above are package starting rates from the campaign announcement, so confirm inclusions and Diwali-week availability with the operator before paying.

Diwali sweets and festive food served at a restaurant table
Festive dining includes a dedicated Diwali table at Namak from November 6 to 8.

FAQs

What is the cheapest Abu Dhabi Diwali package in the campaign?

Packages start at INR 83,825 per person in the DCT Abu Dhabi announcement, with Utazzo’s six-night package listed from INR 83,325 per person.

What do the packages typically include?

Accommodation, and depending on the operator, breakfast, transfers, flights, visas, theme parks, museum visits and desert safaris.

How far is Abu Dhabi from India?

Around three to four hours by air from major Indian cities, per the campaign.

Are there Diwali dining offers?

Yes. Namak’s Diwali Table runs November 6-8 at about INR 4,200 per adult, with up to two children aged 10 and under free.