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Doha : Combo Private City Tour & Half-day Desert Safari

5.041 reviewsSouq Waqif

  • 6–8 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Learn about the Qatar history with a guided city tour and desert safari. If your time in Doha is limited but you still want to explore both the city and its surrounding desert, this full-day private excursion combines a city highlights tour with a trip into the southern Qatari desert. see Doha highlights such as The Pearl and Souq Waqif. Then, head into the sands for a desert safari with a 4x4 dune bash at a Bedouin-style camp. Many tourists in Qatar prefer desert safari as the best option to complete their journey. In fact, desert safari trips are most popular among touring activities in Qatar. We provide options to our esteemed customers to customize the tour as per their budget and convenience.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Expert tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Sand boarding free on requested
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • 4x4 Air conditioned vehicle

What's not

  • Meals and other services not mentioned as included
  • National Museum of Qatar

Itinerary

  1. The Doha Corniche is a waterfront promenade extending for seven kilometres along Doha Bay in Qatar's capital city, Doha. Annual celebrations of national holidays such as Qatar National Day and National Sports Day are centered on the Doha Corniche. It is a popular tourist and leisure attraction within Qatar.

    30 min

  2. The National Museum of Qatar is a national museum in Doha, Qatar. The current building opened to the public on 28 March 2019, replacing the previous building which opened in 1975. The building was designed by architect Jean Nouvel who was inspired by the desert rose crystal, which can be found in Qatar. The museum site includes Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani's Palace, which is the heart of the Qatari national identity. As of 2013, the director of the museum is Sheikha Amna.

    1 h

  3. Is the largest and the most multi-dimensional cultural project of 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.

    30 min

  4. The Pearl Island (Arabic: جزيرة اللؤلؤة, romanized: jazirat alluwlua) in Doha, Qatar, is an artificial island with an area of nearly four square kilometers. It is the first land in Qatar to be available for freehold ownership by foreign nationals. There have 27,000 residents.

    30 min

  5. Souq Waqif (Arabic: سوق واقف) is a marketplace (souq) in Doha, in the state of Qatar. The souq sells traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. It is also home to restaurants and shisha lounges. The original building dates back to the late 19th to early 20th centuries in a traditional Qatari architectural style. Luckily, in 2004, it was decided to preserve this historical site so the entire market area has been renovated and restored according to the traditional Qatari architectural techniques. It’s probably the only traditional souq left in the Gulf.

    1 h

  6. This is our first stop for desert safari. To enjoy tea , camel ride and refreshment

    2 h

  7. Some 60 km from Doha in the south-eastern corner of the country lies one of Qatar’s most impressive natural wonders, the ‘Inland Sea’ or Khor Al Adaid. A UNESCO recognized natural reserve with its own ecosystem, this is one of the few places in the world where the sea encroaches deep into the heart of the desert. Inaccessible by road, this tranquil expanse of water can only be reached by across the rolling dunes.

    1 h

  8. Drop off at your selected location/ Hotel /Airport

    45 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Desert Rose Tourism
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Doha

  • Its from-price is 21% above the median of the 140 day trips we list in Doha.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 41 of 140.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Doha

Doha, Qatar's capital on the Gulf, pairs a crescent-shaped corniche and striking museums with a traditional souk, wooden dhows and desert dunes.

The Corniche curves along Doha Bay for kilometres, with views of the West Bay skyline and wooden dhows moored in the harbour. At its southern end, the Museum of Islamic Art, designed by I. M. Pei, rises from the water and holds treasures from across the Islamic world, with a waterfront park beside it.

Top-ranked sights in Doha: Souq Waqif, Katara Cultural Village, The Pearl-Qatar.

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