Explore pristine beaches, serene islands, and desert wonders on a 3-day adventure in Qatar.
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Take a 4-day journey of discovery along Qatar's stunning coastal and desert landscapes. Begin at Al Thakira Beach and explore its captivating mangroves by kayak. Dive into the azure waters around Al Safliya Island and enjoy snorkeling on day two. On day three, take a 20-minute boat to arrive at the Banana Island Resort for a unique Arabian island experience. Conclude your trip with the breathtaking Inland Sea, a captivating sundown and traditional Bedouin-style camping under the stars.
Highlights of your itinerary
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Iconic locations
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Beach relaxation
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Desert
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Day 1
Al Thakhira Beach
Located about 35-40 km from Doha, the Al Thakira beach makes an ideal location for swimming, sunbathing or spending a laid-back day at the beach. The beach offers serene views of Qatar’s largest and oldest dense mangroves reserves.
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Al Khor, Qatar
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Day 1
Al Bayt Stadium
The stadium was one of the first venues built to host the FIFA World Cup 2022™, making it the largest cylindrical stadium. The word Al Bayt translates to the home, depicting the Qatari traditional tents and their warmth.
🏟️ Capacity: The stadium can seat 68,000 spectators.
🌟 Highlight: It boasts a sustainable design with a unique retractable roof, ensuring optimal environmental efficiency.
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Al Khor
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Day 2
Al Safliya Island
A natural paradise with almost no facilities, it’s the perfect destination for nature lovers to enjoy the sun, simply relax or take on various water activities.
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Off the coast of Doha
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Day 2
The Pearl-Qatar
The Pearl Qatar is a man-made island near Doha's prestigious West Bay District. Featuring Mediterranean-style yacht-lined marinas, residential towers, villas, and hotels, the area also offers a luxurious shopping experience with premium designer boutiques and showrooms. The Island is also home to modern dining spots - from refreshing ice creams to five-star culinary experiences, and stands out for its pedestrian-friendly squares and plazas along with its wide range of landscaped gardens. The Pearl is a popular visitor attraction by virtue of its elegance, inviting descriptions such as the 'Arabian Riviera'.
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Open 24 Hours
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Day 3
Inland Sea
The Inland Sea or Khor Al Adaid as the locals fondly call it is an extraordinary landscape with sand dunes and sea beds that will leave you wanting for more. Located to the south-eastern side of the country, this site is recognized by UNESCO to be Qatar's largest natural reserve. The reserve is home to wildlife, marine life, and vegetation alike. Enjoy spotting turtles, flamingos, dugongs, Arabian oryx, camels, and more.
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Al Wakrah
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Day 3
Khor Al Adaid Beach
This area of southern Qatar is one of the most unusual yet attractive destinations imaginable. The pristine sea and ever-changing sands make visits totally memorable.
Wonderful to observe and fun to drive across, the dunes reach dizzying heights of up to 40 metres.
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Inland Sea Off Rd, Qatar
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Day 4
Banana Island Resort Doha
Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara is a unique Arabian island experience. The resort offers 141 luxury rooms, suites and over-water villas on a private island just off the Qatari mainland coast. Also on the island are six different dining options, a spa, a fitness centre, a surf pool, kids’ play areas and a host of exciting watersports.
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Day 4
National Museum of Qatar
Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, the National Museum of Qatar draws inspiration from and recreates the naturally occurring crystal formations known as the desert rose. Built around Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al-Thani’s original palace, and the seat of government for 25 years, the National Museum of Qatar gives voice to Qatar’s heritage whilst celebrating its future. It spans a whopping 430,500 square feet.
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Sun, Mon, Wed, Sat: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Fridays: 1:30 PM – 7:00 PM
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Getting around
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