Bahrain, Qatar · Archaeology

4-Hour Northern Qatar Heritage Tour with Al Khor and Zubara Fort

4 Hours Round trip from Doha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Check out the famous Al Khor harbour
02 Visit a traditional Qatari hamlet in the north
03 Marvel at the intricate rock carvings of Al-Jassasiya
04 Discover the heritage side of Qatar at Zubara Fort

Explore Qatar's past on this 4-hour tour through the country's northern highlights. Visit Al Khor's harbour, once the center of pearl diving and fishing, pass through Al Thakhira, and marvel at the intricate rock carvings of Al-Jassasiya. Discover the heritage side of Qatar at Zubara Fort, a famous archaeological site, and explore a traditional Qatari hamlet where houses are built of limestone and mud.

On clear days, you can see Bahrain from Al Shamal, Qatar's northernmost point.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Doha

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Northern Qatar Heritage Tour

Meet your tour guide and explore Qatar's past on this tour, beginning at Al Khor's harbour, formerly the country's center for pearl diving and fishing.
Pass through Al Thakhira and arrive at Al-Jassasiya's ancient mosque, where you can see the marvellous rock carvings.
Next, visit Zubara Fort. It is a well-known archaeological site, and excavations are currently taking place there.
You will also explore a traditional Qatari hamlet in the north, where the houses are constructed of limestone and mud.
On clear days, you can see Bahrain from Al Shamal, Qatar's northernmost point.
Finally, head back to your Doha hotel.