Doha: Half Day North Qatar Tour to Zubara UNESCO Site Doha: Shared North Qatar Tour to Zubara UNESCO Site
ID: GYG1219970-1871973
Kategori:
Land: Qatar
Varaktighet:
04:00 timmar
Beskrivning
Explore North Qatar on a guided half-day tour from Doha. Visit Al Zubarah Fort, Purple Island, Al Jumail Village, Al Khor Harbor, Barzan Towers, and Olafur Eliasson’s desert installation.
Begin your journey with convenient hotel pickup before heading north along Qatar’s scenic coastline. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al Zubarah Fort, an 18th-century fortress that stands as one of Qatar’s most important historical landmarks. Learn about the country’s pearling, trading, and maritime history as you explore the fort and surrounding archaeological site.
Continue to the abandoned fishing settlement of Al Jumail Village, where traditional stone houses and quiet seaside views offer a glimpse into pre-oil Qatar. Capture unique photographs and experience the peaceful coastal atmosphere.
Next, explore Purple Island (Bin Ghannam Island), known for its mangrove ecosystem and historical significance linked to ancient purple dye production. Enjoy a guided walk through the mangroves and learn about their environmental importance.
Visit Al Khor Harbor, a charming fishing port where traditional wooden dhows line the waterfront, reflecting Qatar’s maritime traditions. Stop at the historic Barzan Towers, once used as watchtowers to protect freshwater sources and monitor coastal activity.
Conclude your journey with a visit to Olafur Eliasson’s art installation, “Shadows Travelling on the Sea of the Day,” located in the desert near Al Zubarah. This striking contemporary artwork blends geometry, light, and landscape in a unique desert setting.
Höjdpunkter
- Immerse yourself in Qatar's rich history at the Al Zubarah Fort
- Explore the serene mangroves of Purple Island on a guided walk
- Discover the abandoned fishing village of Al Jumail and its history
- Visit Al Khor Harbor and see traditional wooden dhows
Guider språk
VIKTIG INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking
Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection
Not suitable for people with mobility impairments
This option will be shared based with other passengers
INKLUDERAT
- Pickup and drop-off
- Guided tour
- Visit to Al Zubarah Fort
- Visit to Al Jumail Village
- Visit to Purple Island
- Visit to Al Khor Harbor
- Visit to Barzan Towers
- Visit to Olafur Eliasson’s art installation
- Tea
- Water
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Avbokningar
Denna utflykt kan du avboka utan kostnad upp till 24 timmar före resans start. Om du avbokar efter 24 timmar eller inte dyker upp på utflykten kommer du fortfarande att debiteras hela priset för aktiviteten. Att vara sen vid upphämtning eller avresa kommer att betraktas som att inte dyka upp.
