Return Flight
Fly with Virgin from London Heathrow to Dubai. Overnight flight departs 23rd November PM.
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4 Night Tour – Abu Dhabi (Overnight Flight)
Package includes:
- Option to add Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket or hospitality
- 5★ hotel in Abu Dhabi
- Return flights, airport transfers and Sunday circuit transfers (option to add Saturday circuit transfers for an additional £29pp)
Highlights
- Informal social drinks with like-minded F1 fans
- Tour merchandise
- Gullivers representatives
At a glance
Hotel in Abu Dhabi
Enjoy a four night stay in our 5★ hotel in Abu Dhabi, with daily breakfast
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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2016 Tickets
A choice of tickets to watch the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2016 are available to add to your package.
Lionel Richie, Rihanna and the Chemical Brothers have been confirmed as headline acts for the weekend, plus all F1® ticket holders will have FREE full weekend access to Yas Island Parks: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld.
Find out more about your Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket options
Transfers
Return airport transfers are included in your package. Return circuit transfers by coach are included in your package for Sunday. You can choose to add return Saturday circuit transfers to your package for an additional £29pp.
Social Evening
Join Gullivers and your fellow F1 enthusiasts for informal drinks on Thursday evening.
Gullivers Representatives
Gullivers representatives are on hand in Abu Dhabi for the duration of your trip.
Full itinerary
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Day 1
Departure Day
Check in for your overnight flight from London Heathrow to Dubai.
Overnight Flight
Flight from London Heathrow to Dubai.
- Departs:
- 10:35pm
- Arrives:
- 9:40am (arrive in Dubai Thursday 24 November)
- Airline:
- Virgin
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Day 2
Arrive Abu Dhabi
You will be met by our staff and transferred to your hotel in Abu Dhabi, please expect a transfer time of around two hours. Spend four nights on a bed and breakfast basis at your hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Gullivers' Social
Join Gullivers and your fellow F1 enthusiasts this evening for informal drinks.
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Day 3
Day at Leisure / Practice Day
Use your day to explore some of Abu Dhabi. There is plenty to see - why not visiting the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Yas Island or Ferrari World?
Alternatively, 3 Day ticket holders can make their own way to the Yas Marina circuit to watch the practice sessions. After the day's racing has finished, stay on at the circuit and soak up the evening entertainment, including performances for A-list artists. Please note you must have a 3 Day Ticket to attend the Friday concert.
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Day 4
Qualifying Day
For those attending Qualifying Day, after breakfast, our escorted luxury coach will take you to the circuit. At the end of the day’s events, the coach will take you back to your hotel.
Provisional F1 Qualifying Day Schedule
2.00pm: Formula 1 Practice 3
5.00pm: Formula 1 QualifyingIn addition to the F1 action, expect to catch a range of on track action including qualifying and races for support series. After the day's racing has finished, stay on at the circuit and soak up the evening entertainment, including performances for A-list artists.
Practice session
- Starts:
- 2pm (provisional)
Qualifying
- Starts:
- 5pm (provisional)
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Day 5
Race Day
After breakfast, our escorted luxury coach will take you to the circuit. At the end of the day’s events, the coach will take you back to your hotel.
Provisional F1 Race Day Schedule
3.30pm: Formula 1 Driver Track Parade
5.00pm: Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand PrixIn addition to the F1 action, expect to catch a range of on track action including qualifying and races for support series. After the day's racing has finished, stay on at the circuit and soak up the evening entertainment, including performances for A-list artists.
Race Day
Driver's Parade followed by the race.
- Starts:
- 3.30pm (provisional)
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Day 6
Depart Abu Dhabi
Make the most of your remaining time in Abu Dhabi before being transferred to the airport by luxury coach for your flight home.
Return Flight
Depart Dubai for London Heathrow.
- Departs:
- 12:00pm
- Arrives:
- 4.10pm
- Airline:
- Virgin
Tickets
Circuit Map and Ticket Locations
Click on the map for a bigger image to see where all our ticket options are located.
The sale of tickets is subject to Yas Marina Circuit’s Terms and Conditions of Entry, which are found at https://www.yasmarinacircuit.com/en/footer/terms-and-conditions. By purchasing a ticket from us you accept and agree to abide by those terms and conditions.
Abu Dhabi Hill General Admission - SOLD OUT
Add a 2 Day ticket (Saturday and Sunday) for £150pp or a 3 Day ticket (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) for £225pp
The Abu Dhabi Hill is a grassed area located in the interior of the track between the Main and North Grandstand. From this area you can view the racing action either side of you and there is a TV screen to ensure you don’t miss any of the action.
All tickets include access to entertainment areas, F1 Village and that day’s After Race Concerts. Three Day tickets also include access to the Public Pit Lane Walk on Thursday.
Marina Grandstand
Add a 2 Day ticket (Saturday and Sunday) for £365pp or a 3 Day ticket (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) for £405pp
As well as offering spectacular Marina views, the Marina Grandstand is home to GP2,GP3 and Porsche Mobil 1 support pits.
All tickets include access to entertainment areas, F1 Village and that day’s After Race Concerts. Three Day tickets also include access to the Public Pit Lane Walk on Thursday.
Please note Grandstand tickets are currently offered with an early bird discount and prices will rise on 31st May 2016.
West Grandstand
Add a 2 Day ticket (Saturday and Sunday) for £365pp or a 3 Day ticket (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) for £405pp
Based at the end of a straight the West Grandstand offers views of the cars travelling at more than 300km per hour and then breaking sharply to take on a chicane. A popular over-taking spot in previous year’s races West is also home to a run off area unique to all F1 circuits.
All tickets include access to entertainment areas, F1 Village and that day’s After Race Concerts. Three Day tickets also include access to the Public Pit Lane Walk on Thursday.
Please note Grandstand tickets are currently offered with an early bird discount and prices will rise on 31 May 2016.
South Upper Grandstand
Add a 2 Day ticket (Saturday and Sunday) for £365pp or a 3 Day ticket (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) for £405pp
The South Grandstand offers some of the most spectacular views in motorsport as the track winds around the marina before passing underneath the incredible 5-star Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi Hotel.
All tickets include access to entertainment areas, F1® Village and that day’s After Race Concerts. Three Day tickets also include access to the Public Pit Lane Walk on Thursday.
Please note Grandstand tickets are currently offered with an early bird discount and prices will rise on 31 May 2016.
North Grandstand
Add a 2 Day ticket (Saturday and Sunday) for £365pp or a 3 Day ticket (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) for £405pp
The North Grandstand provides a unique arena experience on the circuits tightest hairpin turn, leading on to the long main straight. This is also the closest grandstand to the concert arena, where F1 ticket holders can enjoy the after-race concerts.
All tickets include access to entertainment areas, F1 Village and that day’s After Race Concerts. Three Day tickets also include access to the Public Pit Lane Walk on Thursday.
Please note Grandstand tickets are currently offered with an early bird discount and prices will rise on 31 May 2016.
Main Grandstand
Add a 3 Day ticket (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) for £440pp
From the Main Grandstand spectators can overlook the start and finish line, pit lane and team garages.
All tickets include access to entertainment areas, F1 Village and that day’s After Race Concerts. Three Day tickets also include access to the Public Pit Lane Walk on Thursday.
West Grandstand Lounge Package
Add a 3 Day ticket (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) for £680pp
The Lounge packages in the West Grandstand provide a wonderful space from which the whole family or a group of friends can enjoy this incredible event. As a Lounge ticket holder, you can watch all the Formula 1 action from reserved air-conditioned grandstand seating in the top level of the Grandstand. The Lounge brings race goers an exclusive club experience without the exclusive club price.
All tickets include access to entertainment areas, F1 Village and that day’s After Race Concerts. Three Day tickets also include access to the Public Pit Lane Walk on Thursday.
Please note Grandstand tickets are currently offered with an early bird discount and prices will rise on 31 May 2016.
West Grandstand Al Dhiyafa Package
Add a 3 Day ticket (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) for £860pp
Watch all the track action, all weekend from the comfort of air-conditioned grandstand seats. This package includes: Reserved seating in an outside balcony of the West Grandstand, Access to air-conditioned grandstand seating with contemporary style furniture and flat-screen TVs, Unlimited non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day, Unlimited hot and cold food snacks throughout the day and a Cash bar for alcoholic beverage purchase.
All tickets include access to entertainment areas, F1 Village and that day’s After Race Concerts. Three Day tickets also include access to the Public Pit Lane Walk on Thursday.
Please note Grandstand tickets are currently offered with an early bird discount and prices will rise on 31 May 2016.
Accommodation
| Hotel | Rating | Double/Twin | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Abu Dhabi | £1,299pp | £1,860pp | ||
Hilton Abu Dhabi
Located on the vibrant Corniche in the heart of Abu Dhabi, this hotel features panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf. With 11000 square meters of private beach, two outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a modern fitness center the facilities are sure to keep you occupied and relaxed. The hotel is well located for the luxurious malls (15 minute walk) and restaurants as well as having a choice of 15 award winning restaurants, lounges and bars onsite.
Features:
- Free WiFi
- Fitness centre, tennis courts, two outdoor pools
- Luxury spa
We chose this hotel because:
- Short walk from shopping districts and the shimmering sands of the Corniche Beach which plays host to an F1 Fan Zone
- Well located for ease of transfers to and from the Yas Marina Circuit
- Luxurious rooms with panoramic views of Abu Dhabi
Formula 1 FAQs
What is included in a Formula 1 ticket and travel package?
A Formula 1 travel package typically includes hotel accommodation, selected travel services and support from Gullivers representatives throughout your race weekend.
Enhance your Formula 1 experience with official race tickets, grandstand and hospitality upgrades, flights, airport transfers and circuit transfers. All of these can be booked through Gullivers Sports Travel, making it easy to create a seamless race weekend tailored to you.
Designed to provide a seamless and enjoyable race weekend, our packages take care of the logistics so you can focus on the excitement both on and off the track.
When should I book my Formula 1 package?
Formula 1 races are among the most popular sporting events in the world, with many Grand Prix weekends selling out well in advance. We recommend booking your Formula 1 package as early as possible, particularly for iconic races such as Monaco, Silverstone, Belgium, Monza and Abu Dhabi. Early booking gives you access to the best availability, preferred ticket categories and a wider choice of accommodation options.
If you would like to speak to a member of our sales team to help with your F1 booking, please contact [email protected] or call +44 (0) 1684 879 470.
Which Formula 1 Grand Prix is best for first-time visitors?
The best Formula 1 Grand Prix for first-time visitors depends on the experience you're looking for. The British Grand Prix at Silverstone offers a fantastic atmosphere and passionate fans, while the Monaco Grand Prix is renowned for its glamour and prestige. The Singapore Grand Prix combines thrilling night racing with world-class entertainment, making it a popular choice for newcomers looking for an unforgettable Formula 1 weekend.
What is the difference between General Admission and Grandstand tickets?
General Admission tickets provide access to designated viewing areas around the circuit, allowing fans to explore different parts of the track and enjoy the race from a variety of viewpoints throughout the day. Rather than having a reserved seat, General Admission offers the flexibility to move around the circuit and discover your own favourite vantage points, creating a different experience at each stage of the race weekend.
Grandstand tickets offer a reserved seat in a specific location, often providing excellent views of key sections of the track such as overtaking zones, corners or the start/finish straight. Grandstand tickets typically offer greater comfort and a guaranteed viewing position throughout the race weekend.
Whilst we cannot guarantee specific seats within a grandstand, we're happy to note any preferences and will always do our best to accommodate your request, subject to availability.
Why book a Formula 1 package with Gullivers Sports Travel?
Sure, you could book your own race ticket and flight - but we do all the hard work and logistics for you!
Unlike booking independently, you'll have the reassurance of a dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager in resort, on hand to answer questions, share local knowledge and help make your race weekend run smoothly. You'll also have access to our 24-hour duty office for any travel emergencies or urgent assistance, giving you complete peace of mind from departure to return.
As an official and trusted sports travel provider, we offer expertly planned Formula 1 ticket and travel packages, transfers to and from the track, hand-picked accommodation, knowledgeable support and the peace of mind that every detail is taken care of. Whether you're attending your first Grand Prix or following Formula 1 around the globe, our Tour Managers know all the best sights and attractions, so it’s not just about the race, it’s about the whole weekend!
Gullivers Sports Travel has over 50 years of experience creating memorable sports travel experiences around the world. As an official and trusted sports travel provider, we offer expertly planned Formula 1 ticket and travel packages, hand-picked accommodation, knowledgeable support and the peace of mind that every detail is taken care of. Whether you're attending your first Grand Prix or following Formula 1 around the globe, we're here to help you make the most of your race weekend.
Can I customise my Formula 1 package?
Looking to make more of your Formula 1 adventure? We can also arrange additional hotel nights before or after the race, or even create a double-header itinerary, allowing you to combine two Formula 1 Grands Prix into one unforgettable trip. Whatever your plans, our team can help design a package that's tailored to you.
How much does it cost to attend a Formula 1 race?
The cost of attending a Formula 1 race varies depending on the Grand Prix, ticket category, accommodation and travel options selected. Entry-level packages are available for those looking for a great value race weekend, while premium Grandstand and hospitality packages offer enhanced experiences. Browse our Formula 1 packages or contact our team for the latest pricing and availability.
Are circuit transfers included?
A Sunday circuit transfer is included as standard with all Gullivers Sports Travel Formula 1 packages.*
Saturday circuit transfers are available as an optional extra and can be added to your package. Our circuit transfer services are timed to get you to the circuit for the first on-track sessions of the day and return after the final track activity has finished.
We aim to ensure you can enjoy the full race-day experience, including support races and other on-track entertainment, rather than just the Formula 1 sessions.
Friday circuit transfers are not normally offered, as many guests are still arriving at the destination. However, for Sprint race weekends and selected events, Friday transfers may be available and can be added to your booking for an additional cost.
Please note that transfer availability varies by event, and our team will be happy to discuss the options available for your chosen Grand Prix.
*Sunday circuit transfers are included with all Formula 1 packages, excluding Monaco, Madrid and Singapore.
When will I receive my travel documents?
We will send you a destination guide before you travel, giving you useful information about the country you are visiting, including local customs, currency, weather, transport options and anything you may need to prepare before departure.
Your final travel documentation will then be issued approximately 7 to 10 days before you travel. This will contain all of the important details specific to your trip, including your itinerary, hotel information, flight details (where applicable), transfer arrangements, event information and key timings to help you make the most of your race weekend.
When will I receive my tickets?
Tickets are usually sent out 7-10 days before you travel.
