North Qatar Tour to Al Zubarah Fort, Al Jumail Village and Olafur Eliasson Installation
by Doha Tourism
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This 4- to 5-hour bus tour visits the northern region of Qatar, highlighting key cultural and historical sites. The trip begins at Al Zubarah Fort on the northwest coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site and important archaeological area. The fort stands near the remains of an ancient settlement that was once a busy port known for trade, fishing, and pearling. Archaeologists continue excavations here, and many artifacts are displayed inside the restored fort. Next, the tour stops at Al Jumail, an old fishing and pearling village with traditional limestone and mud houses. This stop offers insight into Qatar’s local heritage and historical way of life. On clear days, it is possible to see Bahrain from the surrounding area. The final stop is a desert site just north of Al Zubarah featuring an art installation by Olafur Eliasson. This installation examines how perception influences the understanding of reality. The tour includes bottled water, air conditioning on the vehicle, and tea and coffee for passengers.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Al Zubara Fort
Located in northwest Qatar, Al Zubarah Fort was built near the ruins of an ancient fort and settlement. This area was once a thriving port for trade, fishing, and pearling. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, it remains one of Qatar’s key archaeological sites. Excavations are ongoing by an international team led by the Qatar Museums Authority. Many artifacts uncovered are displayed inside the restored fort. Visitors spend about one hour here.
60 min
Al Jumail
Al Jumail is an old fishing and pearling village featuring houses made from limestone and mud. This stop lasts about 45 minutes and provides a view into Qatar’s traditional heritage and history.
45 min
Olafur Eliasson Installation
This stop lasts about 45 minutes and involves a visit to a site-specific art installation situated in the desert just north of Al Zubarah. The installation examines how perception influences the understanding of reality.
45 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
North Qatar Tour to Al Zubarah Fort, Al Jumail Village and Olafur Eliasson Installation
by Doha Tourism
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$110Overview
This 4- to 5-hour bus tour visits the northern region of Qatar, highlighting key cultural and historical sites. The trip begins at Al Zubarah Fort on the northwest coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site and important archaeological area. The fort stands near the remains of an ancient settlement that was once a busy port known for trade, fishing, and pearling. Archaeologists continue excavations here, and many artifacts are displayed inside the restored fort. Next, the tour stops at Al Jumail, an old fishing and pearling village with traditional limestone and mud houses. This stop offers insight into Qatar’s local heritage and historical way of life. On clear days, it is possible to see Bahrain from the surrounding area. The final stop is a desert site just north of Al Zubarah featuring an art installation by Olafur Eliasson. This installation examines how perception influences the understanding of reality. The tour includes bottled water, air conditioning on the vehicle, and tea and coffee for passengers.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Al Zubara Fort
Located in northwest Qatar, Al Zubarah Fort was built near the ruins of an ancient fort and settlement. This area was once a thriving port for trade, fishing, and pearling. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, it remains one of Qatar’s key archaeological sites. Excavations are ongoing by an international team led by the Qatar Museums Authority. Many artifacts uncovered are displayed inside the restored fort. Visitors spend about one hour here.
60 min
Al Jumail
Al Jumail is an old fishing and pearling village featuring houses made from limestone and mud. This stop lasts about 45 minutes and provides a view into Qatar’s traditional heritage and history.
45 min
Olafur Eliasson Installation
This stop lasts about 45 minutes and involves a visit to a site-specific art installation situated in the desert just north of Al Zubarah. The installation examines how perception influences the understanding of reality.
45 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.