Introduction
Visit Qatar’s most fulfilling and satisfying areas, such as Doha, and engage in the desert safari and the dhow boat cruise.
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation
- Guide
- COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
- Meals
- Transport
What is NOT included in the tour
- Flights
- Insurance
- Additional Services
- Visit to Doha city
- Visit to Desert safari
- Visit to Smaisma Village
Day 1: Arrival- Doha
Upon arrival, you will be picked up at port/ airport by your guide., transferred to Hampton hotel for dinner, and overnight
Day 2: Doha City Tour
Get picked up from your hotel within Doha city limits by your tour guide, then set off to see the most well-known sights in this half-day city tour. First, head to the Museum of Islamic Art to observe art collections of 1400 years. Later, proceed to Dhow Harbour to take amazing photos during a photo stop and see the traditional boats cruise over the Arabian Peninsula. Then, head over to the Katara Cultural Village – a famous cultural beacon that hosts international, regional, and local workshops, exhibitions, and festivals. After this, move on to the luxurious island named The Pearl – a cluster of more than 200 islets and islands. Next, proceed to Souq Waqif to witness culture and tradition blend in this shopping experience. The next destination is Doha Corniche, which stretches along Doha Bay, where the carriageway, palm-fringed promenade, and breeze provide a varied feel. At the end of the tour, get dropped off at your hotel.
Accommodation: Sapphire Plaza Hotel Meals:
Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Desert safari
Depart from Doha and journey across the picturesque desert terrain in a 4WD Land Cruiser with a professional guide and driver. Drive south for a stop at the alluring Sealine Beach and capture incredible shots of the location while your driver deflates the tyres for the desert dune bashing. At Sealine Beach, you will have time to experience an authentic Camel ride in the desert sands. Then, it is time for dune bashing! Experience your adrenaline pumping as the vehicle moves up and down the dunes to give you an exhilarating experience. You will also witness a desert storm brewing in the air caused by the car moving at high speed. After dune bashing, enjoy the thrills of sandboarding, another adventurous and popular activity that lets you slide down the dunes while standing with both feet strapped aboard. Once you are done sandboarding, you will be taken to the Inland Sea of Khor Al Adaid, which borders Saudi Arabia. Soak in the beauty of this unique natural wonder before heading back to Doha.
Accommodation: Desert Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Dhow Boat Cruise
Today you will have the morning to yourself to explore the city at your own pace. You can take the time enjoy the hotel amenities such as gym, spa or relaxing by the pool. Later in the afternoon embark on dhow boat cruise. See spectacular views of Doha from aboard a traditional dhow boat on this sightseeing cruise. Dhow boats were used in old times for transportation, fishing, and cargo transport in the area. Take a step back in time as you experience Doha from aboard one of these historical vessels. Cruise around the city’s iconic Corniche waterfront, check out the modern and luxurious island development of The Pearl, and get remarkable views of the skyline from the
Accommodation: Sapphire Plaza Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Smaisma Village Tour
Begin your half-day tour with a comfortable drive-by vehicle to discover the heritage of Qatar. Stop at the Umm Salal Fortress, built as a residence for Sheikh Jasim Bin Mohammed al Thani in the late 19th century. Next on the itinerary is Al Zubara, an important archaeological site with a fort turned into a museum. The square-shaped fort features circular towers on three corners and a rectangular building on the fourth. Continue to Al Ruwais to see the harbor and take a short break at Ruwais Beach to enjoy the sea breezes. On the way back to Doha, see Al Khor, a town known for its harbor and lovely beaches
Accommodation: Sapphire Plaza Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Departure
Explore on your own or add an optional extra experience. We will drop you to the airport according to your flight schedule