6 Most Exciting Road Trips From The UAE To Take Up On The Long Weekend

Let’s be honest, there is something absolutely mesmerising about taking a road trip with loved ones, isn’t this the case? Well, it can be all the more appealing when it’s done over a long weekend as there is ample time to spare where you can take in the beautiful sites that are offered on the route to your intended destination. So, if you have also been planning to take a much-needed road trip with your favourite humans, we are here with a few exciting routes that you might want to consider.

Best Road Trips From UAE

1. Dubai To Kalba

This route takes you from one coast to another. Yes, as you drive past the archaeological site of Mleiha in Sharjah, there are a myriad of small caves and Mars-like rocky landscapes that are dotted along the highway. Not to mention, there are also some restaurants where you can take a pitstop for re-energising yourselves. The beautiful sites that you get to see during a drive to this awe-inspiring destination in Sharjah are nothing short of spectacular.

Route Length: 133 km

2. Abu Dhabi To Jebel Akhdar

If you wish to take a longer road trip, then you might want to consider this route, especially if you live in Abu Dhabi. Although a direct drive along the E22 generally takes about five hours, you might still want to slow down and spread out this journey with a night stay. The journey will give you a glimpse of farm animals, like camels, farms, and even peaking sand dunes.

Once you reach there, you will be astounded by the breathtaking views that are offered from the mountaintop.

Route Length: 454 km

3. Dubai To Musandam

Musandam is another absolutely breathtaking destination in the Middle East and a journey from Dubai to this peninsula in Oman is nothing short of dazzling. While it might take around three hours to reach, the journey from the city with towering skyscrapers to this natural oasis is nothing short of adventurous. Yes, you will be enthralled by the picturesque scenery and the breathtaking Hajar mountains that surround the area.

Route Length: 200 km

4. Dubai To Buraimi

A beautiful city in Oman, there are blue pools and ample greenery there. However, during a trip to this pretty Omani city, you must take an overnight stop it at Al Ain, which has been listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. It’s also the birthplace of Sheikh Zayed, the founding father of the UAE. Buraimi is another great destination where you can take off for a memorable road trip. However, you might want to hire a local guide, as they will help you navigate through some of the best sites that the city has to offer. On your way home, don’t forget to stop at several colourful stalls that are scattered across the route E66.

Route Length: 145 km

5. Dubai To Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah has a rich cultural legacy and it’s regarded as one of the best adventurous sports in the emirate. As it is home to the highest mountain in the UAE, Jebel Jais, there are several fantastic adventurous activities where you can have fun. However, the road leading to this adventure destination snakes through coastal trails and is impressive. Moreover, the journey takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes, which isn’t too bad!

Route Length: 150 km

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6. Abu Dhabi To Muscat

While the trip is best planned when spread across two nights, it’s best broken up with an overnight stay at Al Ain. During your drive, you get to witness remote Bedouin Villages and farms like Wakan while you drive past the changing landscapes. Once you reach the Omani capital, you will get to see plenty of cultural sites both old and new. Yes, you will find everything from the Sultan Taboos Grand Mosque to the Royal Opera House along with several forts that a dotted along the highway.

Route Length: 498 km

So, if you have been planning to take a road trip during the upcoming weekend, then you might want to consider keeping these destinations and routes in mind.

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