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  • Doha Skyline
  • The Museum of Islamic Art in the capital, Doha.
  • Opened in 2019, The National Museum of Qatar houses 8,000 artifacts
  • The shifting sands of the Qatar desert lie directly beside the waters of the Persian Gulf.
  • Humans have inhabited Qatar since the 6th century BC

Our Qatar Vacations & Tours

Qatar is quickly emerging as one of the most appealing destinations in the Arabian Peninsula. It’s one of the smallest and richest countries in the world, which is a result of the nation’s oil and gas boom over the past few decades. This boom has led to a rapid growth in the capital city Doha and its emergence as a tourist destination. Doha has transformed from a port town to a metropolis with a new skyscraper joining the skyline seemingly every month. The man-made island of The Pearl-Qatar epitomizes the city’s newfound cosmopolitan allure. Built on an old pearl diving site, it’s home to a mix of commercial and residential districts all along a 4km-long constructed island in the gulf. Its mix of restaurants, hotels, and beach resorts are among the trendiest spots in the city. But Doha hasn’t lost its connection to tradition in the midst of urban growth. The marketplace of Souq Waqif offers a chance to travel back in time at stalls and shops peddling everything from spices to gold to arts and crafts. The city’s many museums also offer great insight into the nation’s history.

Beyond Doha, the desert attracts visitors who want to ride over sand dunes and experience the breathtaking sunrises and sunsets that are only possible in its open expanses. The Inland Sea offers an oasis in the midst of this desert and an attractive option for a day trip from Doha. And the beaches of Abu Samra on the eastern coastline offer sandy stretches of curated resort properties, hotels, and waterparks. Qatar works marvellously as a stopover point for further vacations to the Middle East, Eastern Asia, or the African continent.

What is there to do in Qatar?

Souq Waqif

A traditional marketplace in the capital where travellers can barter for spices, arts and crafts, clothes, textiles, and various kinds of souvenirs. The souq preserves the atmosphere of a pre-oil boom Doha, while also offering a variety of restaurants that are appealing to visitors and locals alike.

Katara Cultural Village

Located in the capital between the West Bay and the Pearl-Qatar, this cultural village offers a combination of popular museums, galleries, cinemas, and restaurants along the picturesque waterfront. Travellers can take in scheduled exhibitions, gallery installations, and live performances, or head to the planetarium or orchestra for permanent attractions. The village hosts festivals throughout the year, while the restaurant and shopping remain popular all year round.

Museum of Islamic Art

Located along the Corniche in Doha, this museum is considered one of the greatest collections of Islamic art in the world. You’ll find exhibitions of artifacts, ceramics, and textiles from the past 1,400 years, as well as a series of important Islamic manuscripts. The building itself, with its whitewashed geometrical exterior and ornamented interior, is a highlight in its own right.

National Museum of Qatar

The largest public museum in Qatar, featuring a wide range of exhibits tracing the history of the region, the birth of the Qatari state, and the oil boom. The museum combines multimedia displays and exhibitions of artifacts and important archaeological and anthropological materials. It offers a great overview of the nation’s history.

Abu Samra

This settlement along the coastline in the nation’s southeast is home to some of the most popular beaches in the entire nation. You’ll find a variety of hotels, resorts, and beachside properties along the coastline that offer travellers a beach escape on the Arabian Peninsula. The presence of the Desert Falls Water & Adventure Park, one of the largest waterparks in the Middle East, adds to the region’s appeal as a resort destination.

Qatar Desert & Inland Sea

The Qatar desert is a landscape of shifting sand dunes across the majority of the nation’s interior. You’ll find rock formations and historic settlements throughout the desert, but the ever changing nature of the sands and the large dunes are the primary attractions. A desert safari offers a chance to ride across the dunes and experience the enchanting atmosphere. The Inland Sea, known as Khar al Adaid, offers an oasis in the Qatari desert. It’s a UNESCO listed natural reserve and a great spot for day trips from Doha or an evening of camping.

When is the best time to visit Qatar?

The best time to visit Qatar is in the late fall through winter from mid-November to mid-March. This is known as the cool season, when daytime temperatures average between 22°C and 26°C and the humidity is lower than during the hot summer months. In the hot season of late spring and summer, the humidity and heat drastically increases, with averages between 30°C and 40°C.

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  • Doha's skyline is an amazing view filled with modern architecture
  • Delve deep into the Qatari culture and traditions as you explore a local market with a range of perfumes and fabrics
  • Khor Al Adaid - Where the sea meets the sandy dunes of the Doha Desert
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Doha In Depth

DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Discover Qatari cultural traditions and tour futuristic cityscape on this trip to Doha, the Qatari capital. Try out local flavours and do some bartering in Souq Waqif, see city landmarks on a private tour, and experience Arabian hospitality with a private coffee experience. You’ll also head on a desert adventure to the Inland Sea.

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    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Combine a South African city and safari vacation with a stopover in Qatar. Explore Cape Town, South Africa’s beautiful Mother City, before you connect to the Kapama Game Reserve for three full days of safari game drives. Connect onwards to Qatar to cap off your vacation in Doha, the futuristic Qatari capital.
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    Explore not one but two great destinations steeped in rich history and tradition. Start in Qatar, where you’ll tour the modern city of Doha. Continue to the Kingdom of Jordan to explore the ancient ruins of Jerash, visit the Red Rose City of Petra, see the desert cliffs of Wadi Rum, and float in the Dead Sea.
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  • Doha In Depth

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Discover Qatari cultural traditions and tour futuristic cityscape on this trip to Doha, the Qatari capital. Try out local flavours and do some bartering in Souq Waqif, see city landmarks on a private tour, and experience Arabian hospitality with a private coffee experience. You’ll also head on a desert adventure to the Inland Sea.
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  • Doha Signature

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Discover Doha, the Qatari capital, which blends cultural landmarks with a fast-growing modern infrastructure. During your time in Doha, you’ll head on a private city tour, explore the marketplace of Souq Waqif, and head on a desert dune safari to the Inland Sea.
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  • Essential Doha

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Discover the essence of Doha on this ideal city tour of the Qatari capital. Discover Arabic coffee traditions, tour the fast-rising city lit up at night, explore souqs and cultural villages, and head into the desert for a dune adventure to the Inland Sea.
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  • Highlights of Doha and The Desert

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Explore the city and desert on this trip to Qatar. Start in Doha, where you'll explore Souq Waqif and tour the futuristic city lit up at night. Then connect to Regency Sealine Camp outside the city for a two-night desert safari, with luxury tent accommodations and adventure activities on the dunes.
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    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Get the best of a city break and beach holiday in one convenient package. Experience the rising star of the Arabian Peninsula, the capital Doha, explore Qatari cultural traditions, and head on a desert safari. Then connect to a beach resort at Abu Samra for several days of sun in the fun, which includes a pass to Qatar’s largest waterpark.
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