North of Qatar Tour to Olafur Eliasson Zubara Fort Jumail Village
Overview
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the ultimate in tours that takes you to the northern part of Qatar which plays a great role in the country’s rich culture and history. Our tour guide will take you on a time travel starting at The Zubara Fort – Qatar’s first UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE is well known as an archaeological landscape. Until this day, teams of archaeologists are having on going excavations to develop and maintain its legacy. We then continue tovVisit a traditional Qatari village with houses made of limestone & mud and in while at Al Shamal, you can see Bahrain on clear days and following shadow by the sea This site-specific installation located in the desert just north of Al Zubarah explores how our perception of the world informs our relationship with reality.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Al Zubara Fort
Situated on the North-Western part of Qatar, the Al Zubarah Fort was built besides the ruins of an ancient fort. Al-Zubarah was once a flourishing port and a centre of trade, fishing and pearling. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, this protected area has become one of the most important archaeological sites in Qatar. An international team of archaeologists and antiquities experts, led by the Qatar Museums Authority, have uncovered many of the artifacts which are displayed in the renovated fort.
Al Jumail
The old pearling and fishing village is the place to see for those interested in heritage and learning more about the history of Qatar.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Pickup points
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Options
Private Tour
Pickup included
Group Tour
you will join another tourist. maximum 6 per car
Pickup included
Reviews
214 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
tonyak903,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Saloo was amazing! Very knowledgeable, kind and funny! Took amazing photos!
Amazing tour
Fragamiguel,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great tour! The tour guide had a lot of knowledge about the places and we enjoyed seeing a different side of Qatar
Really good Adnan was fantastic. Very professional and polite. Safe driving🙏… It’s a must❤️
Joaquim A,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really great time ❤️. Andam was really a great Guide.
perfect half day tour!
Connector51786165961,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00the experience is great! it was a short half day trip but my guide saloo was great at explaining all the sites and entertaining the guests! his knowledge of the place made me learn alot and i will definitely recommend this to people who want something different from the skyscrapers of doha
More impressive contrast to Doha
rgwehner,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anyone who has only seen doha does not know Qatar. This tour helps to get a better impression of the country. We have learned and learned a lot. Thanks to the guide
Some interesting sights in the north of the country with a great driver/guide.
Anthony G,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Some interesting sights outside of the main cities of Doha and Lusail, and Saloo is a wonderful driver/guide. The fish market was colorful, and the reconstructed Al Zubarah Fort was quite impressive and provided some informative historical background. The mangroves and old village were of lesser interest, at least for me. But the itinerary was delivered in full as promised, and Saloo took good care of us, treating us to spiced chai or coffee, providing water, and taking some creative photos. He also kept us comfortable and informed while driving, There was a fair bit of driving given the distances between the sights, but that was to be expected.
North of Qatar half day
Curious15100798226,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice trip to the north of Qatar. We were with a group of 4. We've seen the fish market , mangroves, Zubarah fortress and an abandoned village. We even had rain today in Qatar. Thanks to our guide Saloon for a very nice day.
Amazing tour with a lot of sights in few hours
plasle,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour covers really a lot in one afternoon and because of the coverage, the trip is closer to 5 hours or more, which is a nice thing seeing so many sights in the country. The variety of the stops at the fish market, on the purple island, Al Zubara fort and Jumail heritage village gives a great overview and understanding of the history and the presence of the country. The size of 6 people in the group is just perfect for exploration, it feels almost like a private tour. There were no further fees included, all the sights are free-of-charge to be visited and the complementary karak tea was one of the best ever tried. And last, but not least, without the outstanding attitude and professionalism of our tourguide Saloo, this tour could not have been a great adventure.
North Qatar
aissame2026,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good to visit the north of the country, our guide Abdallah was excellent. We saw the fort of Zubarah, the mangrove forest and the ruins of an ancient fishing village.
Perfect tour
Man Kit W,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour guide, Saloo, gave me lots of cultural information and a clear explanation during the tour. He’s also very friendly and helpful! I did relish this tour!
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