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This unique tour features the areas in and around the capital city of Qatar, Doha. Doha is not only the capital of Qatar, but is also the largest and most populated city. The popularity to tour this unique country has increased and will continue to now that Qatar has secured the position to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup. On the first day of touring, a private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel to see all of sites in and around Doha including the sea-front corniche, dhow harbour, the old souq, the equestrian club, the falcon market, fruit & vegetable market, fish market, traditional market, and the city center mall. The next morning your private vehicle picks you up from your hotel and travels towards the desert for a cruise along the sand-dunes. In the evening enjoy a dinner cruise in a traditional dhow, serving authentic Arabian cuisine.
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Day 1
Doha
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- Doha: Airport Meet & Assist - Adult
- Tourist Visa Upon Arrival - Per Passport
- Transfer - Doha - Doha [Airport to Hotel] - Vehicle/Driver
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W Doha Hotel & Residences
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Day 2
Doha
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- At Leisure
- Private - Doha City Tour - Vehicle/Driver
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W Doha Hotel & Residences
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Day 3
Doha
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- Private - Inland Sea Safari - Vehicle/Driver
- Shared - Dhow Dinner Cruise - Dinner Cruise
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W Doha Hotel & Residences
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Day 4
Doha
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- Transfer - Doha - Doha [Hotel to Airport (Depart)] - Vehicle/Driver
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Depart (Int`l Airport)
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| B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive |
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Trip Options
All of our itineraries may be customized as you wish, add extra days, change a hotel, see different sights. Contact one of our expert consultants for your free, no-obligation vacation plan.
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Doha Doha is the capital city of the state of Qatar. Located on the Persian Gulf, it had a population of 998,651 in 2008, and is also one of the municipalities of Qatar. Doha is Qatar's largest city, with over 80% of the nation's population residing in Doha or its surrounding suburbs, and is also the economic centre of the country. Doha also serves as the seat of government of Qatar, which is ruled by Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Doha is home to the Education City, an area devoted to research and education. Doha was the site of the first ministerial-level meeting of the Doha Development Round of World Trade Organization negotiations. The city of Doha also held the 2006 Asian Games, which was the largest Asian Games ever held. It will also host the 2022 FIFA World Cup in five stadiums. Upon arrival into Doha International Airport, an airport representatives will meet you before the immigration zone and assist you through the immigration process. This Tourist Visa upon arrival cost is non-refundable. This payment can be made at any of the immigration desks at the arrival hall of Doha International Airport, which a representative will assist you with. This payment must be made with a major credit card or in the local Qatari Riyals, foriegn cash currencies are not accepted. A private vehicle and experienced driver will pick you up from Doha International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. The ultimate expression of style and sophistication, W Doha Hotel & Residences infuses your life with the unique combination of casual elegance and urban energy that only W Hotels can provide. The W in Doha will allow guest to indulge in restaurants by Jean-Georges, the hottest nightlife and the cozy Living Room while unwinding at Bliss Spa, cooling off in WET or energizing at SWEAT? The Whatever/Whenever service makes all other wishes come true. Overnight at W Doha Hotel & Residences. |
 Man-Made Pearl Island |
 W Doha Hotel and Residences |
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Day 2
Doha Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. This tour begin as a private vehicle and English speaking guide picks you up from your hotel. Doha, the capital city, is home to 80% of the country's population, and is filled with many monuments and sight-seeing location for tourists to admire. Some of these locations will be visited during this guided city tour, including The sea-front Museum of Islamic Art Corniche, Dhow Harbour, Old Souq (Market), Equestrian Club, Falcon Market, Fruit & Vegetable Market, Fish Market, Traditional Market, and The City Center Mall. Overnight at W Doha Hotel & Residences. |
 The Sea Front Corniche |
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Day 3
Doha A private 4-wheel drive vehicle with english speaking guide will pick you up before travelling some 75km across the southern Qatari desert, taking you on an exciting and unforgettable roller-coaster ride over the magnificent sand dunes, rising to heights of 150 meters! You will venture as far as the famous Inland Sea - an area renowned for its outstanding beauty. Here, at the Bedouin-style Desert Camp, complete with tent, carpets and cushions and of-course the famous Arabic hospitality. enjoy a refreshing swim in the tranquil Gulf waters or scamper up the sand dunes on foot. Experience the quiet created by the desert, with no sound except the breeze and the shifting sand. Or, for the more adventurous, try sand boarding - a cinch for those experienced on snow, and a soft landing for those who are trying it for the first time! As evening approaches, enjoy a traditional barbeque dinner around the campfire and witness the spectacular sunset as the beat of the drums and the rhythmic music of the region echo into the night. Return to your hotel by late evening. This dinner cruise in a stately Arabic dhow boasts a panoramic view of the spectacular sunset as the sun slowly drops behind the beautiful Doha skyline. On the dhow, the music drifts into the night sky as you cruise across tranquil waters towards Al Safliya Island. Here, you can take a moonlit swim in the warmest and most welcoming of oceans, whilst the aroma of the traditional dinner sharpens your appetite. Back on board, relax under the stars and enjoy the taste of our local cuisine before cruising back to land at a leisurely pace. Overnight at W Doha Hotel & Residences. |
 Inland Sea |
 Dhow Dinner Cruise |
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Day 4
Doha A private vehicle and experienced driver will pick you up from your hotel, and deliver you to Doha International Airport Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary. Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport). |
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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