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Experience North of Qatar With Local Guide

Duration: 4 hours
Destination: Qatar, Qatar, Doha
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  • 4 hours
  • Doha
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

the ultimate in tours that takes you to the northern part of Qatar which plays a great role in the country’s rich culture and history. Our tour guide will take you on a time travel starting at Al Khor’s harbor, the countrys center for pearl diving & fishing in the old times. Passing through Al Thakira, you will visit the mangroves.
The Zubara Fort – Qatar’s first UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE is well known as an archaeological landscape. Until this day, teams of archaeologists are having on going excavations to develop and maintain its legacy. We then continue tovVisit a traditional Qatari village with houses made of limestone & mud and in while at Al Shamal, you can see Bahrain on clear days.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Al Khor, Al Khor

Also spelled Al Khawr means "sea on threesides" in Arabic. Older than Doha but far smaller in size. Al Khor is located an easy 50 kilometres to the north of Doha. It used to be the center of the pearling industry in Qatar but lost its importance after the introduction of cultured pearls. It now boasts a scenic harbour where you can find traditional fishing dhows, a corniche leading to mangrove colonies and a museum showcasing the fishing, pearling and dhow building industries.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Purple Island - Al Khor Island, Al Khor Qatar

A serene island set amidst nature beyond Al Khor is the Purple Island abundant of mangroves and lush greenery. This island brings you an opportunity to reconnect with nature away from the hustle-bustle of the city. From long walks and family picnics to kayaking options, the Purple Island has something for everyone in the family.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Al Zubara Fort, Madinat Ash Shamal Qatar

Situated on the North-Western part of Qatar, the Al Zubarah Fort was built besides the ruins of an ancient fort. Al-Zubarah was once a flourishing port and a centre of trade, fishing and pearling. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, this protected area has become one of the most important archaeological sites in Qatar. An international team of archaeologists and antiquities experts, led by the Qatar Museums Authority, have uncovered many of the artifacts which are displayed in the renovated fort.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Shadows Traveling on the Sea of the Day - by Olafur Eliasson, 2375+FX, Al `Arish, Qatar

The twenty circular shelters, three single rings and two double rings that make up this site-specific artwork appear at first glance to be scattered about the desert landscape at random. They are, however, positioned according to the axes of a fivefold symmetrical pattern, with the ten shelters at the center forming a pentagram. The principles behind such patterns were recently discovered by mathematicians in the West although they may have informed some of the sophisticated designs found in Islamic cultures since medieval times.

Duration: 40 minutes

Inclusions
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Airport: To meet your guide, proceed to gate number 4 located near the passenger's pickup and drop-off area. Since this is a shared tour, Our guide will contact you via WhatsApp to arrange the pickup service.
• Hotels: We offer hotel pickup services from any hotel located within Doha City. To ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience, kindly provide us with your hotel's full name and address.
• Doha City: If you require pickup services from any address within Doha City, please provide us with the complete address. • Port: For pickups from the Doha Port cruise terminal, kindly contact us after making your booking so we can make the necessary arrangements.
• If you are outside our pickup areas, we will contact you and provide information on the nearest meeting point.


Airports

  • Doha Airport, Doha Qatar


Ports

  • Doha Port, 8H44+CHP, Doha, Qatar

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours


User's Reviews

J7978TTemmanuela

15 Apr, 2024

Adil was fun to be with. It was a blast and a very nice experience. A long drive with fun and beautiful history. Love it……..

Sightseer65283544812

12 Apr, 2024

We went for North Qatar tour where we saw Purple Island, Al Jubail village and Al Zubarah Fort. Our guide Bilal was having good knowledge about local history and heritage and it was good to know so many new things and seeing places which we have read and saw in museums. It was more like reliving history. The tour was well planned and comfortable.

sharonpV6612ES

09 Apr, 2024

We enjoyed our Arabian adventure with Adil. He was friendly and went out of his way to tailor the trip to our interests. Highlights were the Alzubarah Fort and Olafur Elliasson Sculptural installation (an unexpected add-on) at sunset.

annepY9974GF

26 Mar, 2024

Farooq was an excellent guide on an amazing experience His knowledge was brilliant and he was patient with his explanations so that we learnt more about Qatar your country and culture Thank you Farooq

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