Overview
For those interested in culture and history, this is the best tour option in Qatar.
This tour will take you to the northern part of Qatar, which plays an important role in the country's culture and history. On our tour, you will travel back in time to Al Khor's harbor, which was the country's center for pearl diving and fishing in old times and you will be to visit Al khor local fish market.
You will also visit the mangroves while passing through Al Thakira. Qatar's first World Heritage Site - Zubara Fort An archaeological landscape can be found here. Until this day, archaeologists are continuing to excavate and maintain its legacy.
Following that, we will visit a traditional Qatari village with houses made of limestone and mud, and you will be able to see Bahrain while at Al Shamal.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
insurance
Air Conditioned vehicle
Bottled water and tea
Pickup /drop off services.
English speaking tour guide
Meals
Al Zubara fort entrance fees
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Doha
5 min
Pick-up from your selected hotel/ location/Airport
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Al Khor
45 min
Al Khor is a coastal city in northern Qatar, located 50 kilometers north of the capital, Doha. Considered one of Qatar's largest cities.
Al Khor is home to many employees of the oil industry due to its proximity to Qatar's northern oil and natural gas fields and to Ras Laffan Industrial City. It is one of the proposed venues for the Qatar 2022 World Cup. -
Purple Island - Al Khor Island
30 min
The Purple Island, also known as Al Khor Island, is a beautiful place in Al Khor, about an hour's drive from Doha. It is a small island, connected to the mainland by a narrow path that is broken at different points to allow water to flow towards the mangrove forest.
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Al Thakhira Beach
45 min
Al Thakhira is a town on the coast of the Al Khor municipality in Qatar, about 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) northeast of the city of Al Khor City and 60 kilometres (37 mi) from the capital Doha. It is closely affiliated with Al Khor City, with both having been founded by the Al Muhannadi tribe. Like other coastal settlements in the area, its inhabitants historically relied solely on pearling and fishing for sustenance
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Al Zubara Fort
45 min
Al zubara also known as Fort Zubara(h) is a historic Qatari military fortress built under the oversight of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani in 1938.
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Doha
5 min
Drop off at your selected hotel/ location/Airport
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Qatar).
Additional Information
- Dress code: cover your knees and shoulders, regardless of whether you are male or female/ Don’t wear anything see-through.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about North Of Qatar | Al Khor |The Purple Island | Al zubara Fort | Mangrove Forest
Can I cancel North Of Qatar | Al Khor |The Purple Island | Al zubara Fort | Mangrove Forest for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–5 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- insurance
- Air Conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water and tea
- Pickup /drop off services.
- English speaking tour guide
What's not included?
- Meals
- Al Zubara fort entrance fees
Which places does it visit?
It visits Al Khor, Purple Island - Al Khor Island, Al Thakhira Beach, Al Zubara Fort.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Falcon Tours
