The Abu Dhabi Sports Council is organizing the UAE Tour 2025 from February 17 to 23. The race consists of seven stages across various emirates, showcasing the UAE’s diverse geography and architecture.
The first stage, on February 17, starts from the Shams Solar Station in Madinat Zayed, Al Dhafra, and finishes at Liwa Palace, covering 138 km. The second stage, held on February 18 on Al Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi, is an individual time trial over 12.2 km.
Stage three, on February 19, runs from Ras Al Khaimah to the summit of Jebel Jais over 179 km and is considered one of the most iconic stages of the tour. The fourth stage, on February 20, goes from Qidfa Beach in Fujairah to Umm Al Quwain, covering 181 km.
On February 21, stage five takes place in Dubai, from the American University to Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University, over a distance of 160 km. Stage six, on February 22, starts at the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club on Al Hudayriyat Island and ends at the Breakwater on the Abu Dhabi Corniche, spanning 167 km.
The tour concludes with the seventh and final stage on February 23 in Al Ain, starting at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, passing several landmarks in the city, and finishing at the summit of Jebel Hafeet. This 176 km mountain stage is a decisive point in the race.