Train Adventures · Season 2026 to 2027
A full day of adventure, starting on Etihad Rail
Explore Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Showka with less travel and more fun.
A different destination and theme every week, from October through the end of the season.
Ladies only
Finally, something for ladies only
A women-only day out in the mountains, planned from the first train to the last.
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No driving with strangers
You ride the train and meet our team at the station. No carpools and no lifts from people you have only just met.
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Meet ladies who share your hobbies
Spend the day with women who love the outdoors, and head home with new friends to adventure with.
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Nothing to plan
We organise the route, the transfers, the lunch and the timings, so you can switch off and enjoy the day.
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A safe environment
A female-led team, certified guides and small groups, with safety looked after from the first step to the last.
Family days
Family days by train
Gentle hikes, wildlife and a train ride the kids will remember, planned so parents get to enjoy the day too.
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The train is part of the fun
Etihad Rail replaces the long car ride, so everyone arrives happy and ready to explore.
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Outdoor fun at a family pace
Easy trails, plenty of breaks and guides who keep children curious and safe from start to finish.
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Learning without noticing
Our guides bring the wildlife, plants and landscape to life, so kids learn while they play.
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Parents get to relax
We organise the route, transfers and lunch, so you can enjoy the day with your children instead of managing it.
Featured trip
Showka Mountain Trek and Spa Days
Hike in the morning, recover in the afternoon, and be home in Abu Dhabi by evening.
Take the train to Al Dhaid for a guided trek through the Showka mountains. Back at our camp there is lunch, a swim, a cold plunge and a yoga session, then we drive you to the station for the train home. A full day outdoors with no driving and nothing to organise.
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8:15 am
Train leaves Abu DhabiArrive in Al Dhaid at 9:39 am
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9:45 am
Showka mountain trekAbout three hours with your guide
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1:00 pm
Lunch at our Dhaid campRest, refuel and freshen up
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Afternoon
Swim, cold plunge and yogaThe spa part of the day
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5:00 pm
Leave camp for the stationTrain departs Al Dhaid at 5:44 pm
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7:08 pm
Back in Abu Dhabi
Included
What's always included
Everything below is part of your booking, so there is nothing extra to arrange or pack for the day.
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Train tickets
Your Etihad Rail tickets are booked for you.
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Transport from the station
We meet you when the train arrives and take you to every stop on the day.
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Qualified guides
Experienced, certified guides who lead the day and look after the group.
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Activities
Every activity on the day's programme is covered.
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Lunch
A proper meal in the middle of the day, so you can refuel and relax.
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Snacks
Trail snacks to keep your energy up between stops.
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Backpacks, already packed
Each backpack comes with hiking snacks and hydration packed and ready to go.
Ladies only · Saturdays
Ladies Day to Fujairah
Take the train to Fujairah for a guided day in the mountains with a group of women.
- Sat17Oct
- Sat31Oct
- Sat7Nov
- Sat14Nov
- Sat21Nov
- Sat28Nov
Families
Family Day
A gentle day outdoors by train, planned for parents and children together.
- Sun1Nov
- Sun8Nov
Mountain spa
Showka Trek and Spa Day
Trek in the Showka mountains, then lunch, a swim, a cold plunge and yoga at our Dhaid camp.
- Mon9Nov
- Sun15Nov
Highlights
Why these weekends are great
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LESS TRAVEL
Ride the rails, skip the drive
Etihad Rail does the long part. No driving, no parking, and more of your day spent outdoors.
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MORE FUN
A new adventure every week
Different destinations and themes from October through the end of the season, so there is always something new to try.
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FULLY PLANNED
Every detail handled
We meet you at the station and take care of the transfers, the guide and lunch. You just turn up.
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GOOD COMPANY
Small groups, expert guides
A female-led team with certified guides, guiding in the UAE since 2015. Come solo and leave with new friends.