Doha City Highlights & Dhow Cruise

OVERVIEW

View two sides of Doha – the old and the new – from two vastly different perspectives – on land and by sea. For a broad understanding of the lifestyle in the capital city, you will visit the Katara Cultural Village, an entertainment center that blends tradition with modernism. You will see Doha’s future beautifully expressed at the Pearl Qatar, a collection of luxury residences, hotels and shops on a massive island created with reclaimed land. The focus will turn to traditional ways at Souq Waqif, the city’s oldest marketplace. While meandering through the labyrinthine bazaar, you will find most everything imaginable for sale. A walk along the seaside Corniche promenade will present Doha in yet another light as you will see the skyline reflected on the water. For the ultimate view of the urban landscape, you will cruise Doha Bay in a dhow, a type of wooden sailboat that has been used for centuries.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Gain an understanding of Doha’s past and present on a panoramic drive through the city.
• Stop at modern landmarks such as the Pearl Qatar and Katara Cultural Village.
• Walk through Doha’s oldest marketplace and along the seaside Corniche promenade.
• Admire Doha’s modern skyline while cruising Doha Bay in a traditional dhow.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.