The Pearl, the most glamorous address in Qatar, is located on these artificial islands, almost four million square meters of residential and commercial space. It is also home to over 30 of the world's most renowned restaurants and cafes:
Al Corniche, is a long promenade stretching over four miles along the half-moon bay of Doha. Pavement begins in the north at the Sheraton Park and extends to the construction of the new National Museum in the south. In between, you'll find restaurants, outdoor exercise equipment, the Museum of Islamic Art, and the MIA Park. Katara Village is the site of many cultural activities, including art exhibitions, films, operas, orchestras, and festivals. They were Built to replicate a traditional Qatari village with a few twists thrown.
Be sure to visit the Roman amphitheatre and test the amplifying acoustics by standing in the middle of the stage and speaking in a normal voice. Grand Mosque is an excellent mixture of modern and old culture. Souq Waqif - the vertical or heritage market, where you can check your bargaining skill for souvenirs, traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, jewellery, etc., with many restaurants and cafes, makes your evening walk memorable.
The Museum of Islamic Arts is referred to as Qatar's pride and joy. Its unique architecture and location on an island have made it an impressive landmark and iconic addition to Doha's skyline.
Opened 1st of December 2008, it is dedicated to reflecting the full vitality, complexity and diversity of the arts of the Islamic world. It is a world-class collecting institution which preserves, studies and exhibits masterpieces spanning 13 centuries.
Representing the full scope of Islamic art, the collection includes manuscripts, ceramics, metal, glass, ivory, textiles, wood and precious stones. Collected from three continents, including countries across the Middle East, and reaching as far as Spain and India, the Museum's artworks date from the 7th through to the 19th century.
Keep calm and go shopping! The shopping tour begins with The Pearl. While less like a traditional shopping mall, the collection of high-end design retailers there is remarkable.
Then take you to the Villaggio Mall, one of the most unique and popular malls in Doha. As you enter there, you are transported to a Venetian village with gondola rides on a canal and the illusion of blue skies. Afterwards, we let you choose between the Mall Of Qatar and Doha Festival City.
Finally, we will visit the Gold Souk and Souk Waqif, famous for their spices, traditional handcrafts and souvenirs for a real taste of the Middle East.
Get ready for a lifetime experience! This trip will take you to the amazing sand dunes in the south or Qatar in the inland sea area, which is the natural border to Saudi Arabia. Dune bashing is such a unique activity in Qatar. Join us to discover more!
Our stylish Bedouin camp is located on the beach directly; you will spend the overnight in our camp. Be prepared for an exciting adventure. Enjoy sand boarding, a camel ride, and swimming in the azure waters of the Arabian Sea. Watch the stars during nighttime, while listening to the music next to the bonfire.
An early morning swim in the Arabian Sea will make you feel like you are crossing a boundary into another world.
A tour in quest of Qatar markets' heritage! Join us to discover the authenticity of Qatar's main souks.
After a drive at the Doha Corniche Bay, you will visit the outstanding Souq Al Wakra also called Heritage Village, where you can enjoy a walk around the typical shops or along the picturesque corniche. Join the Camel & Fish market, where you may take plenty of authentic pictures.
The last stop will be at the traditional Souq Waqif in Doha, visiting the falcon market, spices, perfumes and traditional handcraft shops within the fascinating maze of alleyways. There are several reasons why Al Wakrah has become one of the most popular family beaches for Qataris and tourists.
Offering a laid-back ambience and delightful vistas, it is a magical escape from city life.
- A visit to the famous Inland Sea area near to Saudi Arabia's borders
- Visit QIA desert camp and enjoy a BBQ Lunch or Dinner
- Sand boarding
Experience the quiet of the desert, far from the rush and noise of the city life, with no sound but the breeze and the shifting sand.
This tour combines the thrill of 'dune bashing' - a rollercoaster ride over massive dunes with our experienced drivers - with the beauty of the Inland Sea which separates Qatar from Saudi Arabia.
When the tide rises it forms this unique inland sea transforming the area magically to resemble a resort by the shores of a lake. If taking the afternoon trip you will watch the spectacular sunset then enjoy a delicious traditional barbecue dinner around the camp fire before returning back to your hotel by late evening.
The Cultural Village Foundation is an exceptional project of hope for human interaction through art and cultural exchange - a project made possible thanks to the inspired vision, solid faith and wise leadership of HH Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir of the State of Qatar.
Keeping pace with the emerging global culture that emphasises the importance of diversity in human development, Katara Cultural Village is the largest and the most multidimensional cultural project in Qatar. It is a place where people come together to experience the cultures of the world. With beautiful theatres, concert halls, exhibition galleries and cutting-edge facilities, Katara aims to become a world leader for multi-cultural activities.
In line with the goals set forward by the Qatar National Vision 2030, Katara serves as a guardian of the heritage and traditions of Qatar and endeavours to spread awareness about the importance of every culture and civilization as such, Katara hosts international, regional and local festivals, workshops, performances and exhibitions.
A comfortable 4-wheel drive vehicle will take you from Doha, south along the coastal route to the Sealine Beach Resort, where your vehicle will be prepared for the exciting desert journey ahead. Your desert adventure over the soft sand of the magnificent dunes is as memorable, as is exciting.
This tour offers the visitor ideal photo opportunities; allowing you to capture the stunning panoramic views of spectacular sand dunes and the Inland Sea, while enjoying the excitement of a roller-coaster ride of the dunes. If you have limited time this tour gives you the opportunity to get a taste of the desert and a chance to enjoy and experience the unique scenery of an Arabian desert.
We touch sandy beach desert around 45 kilometers south of Doha. Around 40 kilometers of trekking by 4X4 car into the inland sea is a fascinating drive. A trip to Qatar isn't complete without a visit to the inland sea. This tour is specially designed to acquaint visitors with the desert by taking them up and down over the dunes.
Highlights
- Dunes driving and dune bashing in the desert
- A couple of stops for photographs
- A visit to the famous Inland Sea area near to Saudi Arabia borders
IMPORTANT: Due to the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, there may be significant changes to the itinerary, and certain landmarks may be closed to the public without prior notice.
Enjoy the Dhow cruise in the Arabic Gulf, Enjoy the skyline view from the sea, and Walk through the Corniche area.
The Dhow is a traditional wooden sailboat historically used by merchants and fishermen, made using teak planks sewn together. View the city skyline from the sea and learn about Qatar's historical relationship with the sea, from pearl diving to fishing, and trading with neighbouring countries.
Today dhows may feature modern amenities designed to entice tourists and the curious. Dhow boats are still used to transport goods along the coasts of Arabia, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and East Africa.
The only real sight is Al-Zubara (listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013) - situated just 100 km west of Doha lies the town of Al Zubarah, an important archaeological site famous for its old fort.
Our North Qatar Tour is meant for discovering the history of Qatar. The country's natural seaport Al Khor is mainly used by the fisherman.
Later you will then be taken to the Al Zubara Fort at the northwest coast of Qatar. The fort was built after an attack on Zubara City. The remains of which still can be seen in the form of destroyed and deserted houses and mosques near the beach in Ruwais- the northern tip of Qatar.
Highlights
- Dunes driving and dune bashing in the desert
- A couple of stops for photographs
- A visit to the famous Inland Sea area near to Saudi Arabia borders
Jump into a luxury 4-wheel-drive SUV and enjoy a thrilling ride over the sandy dunes of south Qatar.
Drive through the high dunes of the desert just outside the city of Doha at the Inland Sea. An authentic experience of a rollercoaster ride in the southern Qatari desert. We touch sandy beach desert around 45 kilometres south of Doha. Around 40 kilometres of trekking by 4X4 car into the inland sea is a fascinating drive.
A trip to Qatar isn't complete without a visit to the inland sea. This tour is specially designed to acquaint visitors with the desert by taking them up and down over the dunes.
Discover the remarkable desert landscape where sand dunes spill into the azure waters of the Inland Sea. Our qualified desert drivers will take you on an adventure, travelling through the dramatic sand dunes to Khor Al Adaid, a large tidal embayment recognised for its outstanding natural heritage value.
We drive approximately 1 hour to the entrance of the desert at Sealine. Here we have a brief stop to deflate our tyres.
From here, the adventure starts with our off-road desert drive through the dramatic sand dunes. Your experienced driver will navigate the dunes until we reach Khor-Al-Adaid or the inland sea.
You will have an opportunity to take in the magnificent desert landscape, visit the towering Sheraton Dune and marvel at the azure waters of the Arabian Sea before we depart for a brief comfort stop at our desert camp on the way back to Doha.
On your way home, we will bring you to Souk Al Wakra where you may buy a variety of perfumes, gold, spices & Arabic handicrafts. Have the BBQ Lunch/Dinner from Souq Alwakra and drop back.
Visit the outstanding Qatar Foundation including the Education City, Visitors Centre, QNCC and Mathaf - the Museum of Modern Arts. Continue to the Aspire Zone. With 2.5 square kilometres, Aspire Zone, the ultimate new sports experience, boasts some of the world's finest sports infrastructure and facilities. with the Khalifa Stadium, Aspetar, Training Camps & the Aspire Academy.
Have lunch at a Local Restaurant. Pass through the Villaggio Mall with its small rivers, gondolas & world brand shops, the mall is designed in It's Venetian-styled interiors combined with an astonishing range of shopping, dining and entertainment venues to make it a unique and unforgettable attraction.
The final station is the Equestrian Club with its world-famous stables and horses.
Explore the west cost of Qatar and take the chance to see the majestic views of the west coast.
Zekreet Forthas been dated to the late 18th or early 19th century. The fort's shape is quadrangular with four circular. Watchtowers see the unique Umbrella shaped Stone hut nestling on a limestone hill , then go to visit east-west / west-east by Richard Serra sculpturein the desert. This breathtaking sculpture in the Brouq nature reservespans over a kilometer and comprises four steel plates, each over fourteen meters in height.
To guarantee perfect alignment, Serra examined the topography of the land and beautifully enhanced the vast, desolate space in the heart of the desert. The result is spectacular and although modern, timeless.
Fasten your seat belts because this is where the fun begins. A trip to Qatar isn't complete without a visit to the inland sea. The journey starts by heading to Khor Al Udaid located southeast of Qatar.
Our experienced drivers will take you on a thrilling ride over the sand dunes, some of which are as high as 50 meters.
Stop for a photoshoot and admire the beautiful scenery that surrounds you. A stop at our private camp to quench your thirst before heading back to Doha.
Highlights:
* A serene drive from Doha to Sealine beach.
* A ride through the dunes on 4WD Land Cruisers
* Short Stop at the Inland Sea
Inclusions
-Pick up and drop off from/to Hamad International Airport or Hotels within Doha city limits
-Fun photo opportunities
-Enjoy a refreshing local beverage
-View the breath-taking desert
-View of the sun, sea and sand together
-All guides are first aid certified and bilingual
-Refreshments are served during the tour.
