With exclusive city tour and stay rates to adventure experiences and concert, Abu Dhabi has introduced special offers Diwali-special offers for visitors this year-end.

With the Diwali holidays around the corner, the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has launched special Diwali packages aimed at Indian travellers, under its destination brand Experience Abu Dhabi and has released a full schedule of events, package deals and offers, many in coordination with leading travel agencies of India.

In a press statement, the board says that among these packages are EaseMyTrip’s Limited Edition offer with three nights in Abu Dhabi, including a half-day city tour and a desert safari experience. Thomas Cook and SOTC Travel offer a buy one get one free package on a four night stay in Abu Dhabi and on tickets to various attractions. Aaryan Leisure offers a package for a seven night stay in Abu Dhabi covering hotel accommodation and attractions.

The statement adds that the World Trade Centre Mall will offer retail experience with a Diwali shopping festival and Indian traditional Punjabi festivities, Rajasthani dances, Bhangra and Bollywood dancing. For adventure seekers, the Circuit X adventure parks will offer 50 pc off on entry across its Skate, Splash, Ropes and BMX parks.

The board says that visitors can then unwind with a Diwali Dinner hosted by the Olive Tree Restaurant, Aloft Al Ain Hotel, and Ramsa restaurant in the upscale Erth Hotel.

The statement adds that a concert with Indian singer Arijit Singh is also lined up to provide the perfect end to the holiday season with a live performance, at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island on November 17.