Preserving traditions in the face of rapid modernization, the bustling port city of Doha offers a bevy of fascinating attractions. Wander the bustling Souq Waqif, a modern evolution of an ancient Bedouin market. Take in the stunning National Museum of Qatar, Doha’s newest architectural gem that seems to grow out of the landscape like a desert rose. After admiring the treasures of the Museum of Islamic Art, look for Doha’s famed pearl monument as you stroll the crescent-shaped Corniche.
Explore Qatar’s capital of Doha – a harmonious mix of modern and traditional attractions – enjoy a dinner cruise on a wooden dhow and race through the surrounding desert in a 4x4 vehicle.
DÍA 1
After arriving at the Doha International Airport (DOH), you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Check-in is 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before this time, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early flight, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee your room upon arrival.
The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with meals on your own.
DÍA 2
After breakfast at the hotel, you will travel into the surrounding desert in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle. To improve traction in the deep sand, the tires of the vehicle will be deflated. Then, off you will go, racing through the desert dunes in an exhilarating activity known as dune bashing. The driver is highly experienced at negotiating the shifting sands at ever-changing speeds.
A traditional lunch follows at the seafront desert camp, which is a collection of huts furnished with beach beds and Arabic carpets. Other facilities include gazebos, restrooms and a sunken firepit.
In time, you will drive back to the hotel to freshen up before boarding a traditional wooden dhow for a dinner cruise around Doha Bay. The city will be beautifully illuminated as you pass landmarks such as The Pearl, a manmade island with high-end residential towers, marinas and shops. The dhow will maintain a fairly slow speed that is ideal for sightseeing and snapping photos of the city.
After disembarking, you will return to the hotel for the evening.
DÍA 3
Following a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you will tour Doha, the capital of Qatar and a city that embraces modernity yet still preserves the nuances of the Arab tradition. The highlights include:
?A tram tour of historical downtown Doha and "the world's smartest and most sustainable fully built city district.“
?Browsing the Souq Waqif, a traditional bazaar with myriad of shops full of merchandise such as ceramics, fabrics, spices, Arab sweets, perfumes, candied fruit and traditional clothing.
?Stopping for Arabic sweets and tea at Souq Waqif and free time for lunch on your own.
?Driving past the gleaming towers of West Bay on the way to the cultural hub Katara for a walking tour of the mosques, amphitheater and street art.
?Visiting The Pearl Qatar, an attraction on a manmade island with resort hotels, exquisite shopping and fine dining.
The city tour also includes visiting the state-of-the-art Education City complex, a collection of university satellite campuses, a mosque and the Qatar National Library.
The Education City Mosque is located in the Minaretein building as a part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s College of Islamic Studies. Designed by Iraqi architect and calligrapher Taha al-Hiti, the mosque’s minarets feature vertical calligraphy that sweeps upward, taking the viewer’s eye heavenward in a contemplation of faith and meaning. The mosque is supported by five pillars, each representing one of Islam’s pillars: Shahada (profession of faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (giving alms), Sawm (fasting) and Hajj (pilgrimage).
Individuals from all backgrounds are welcome to visit the mosque, which can accommodate as many as 2,800 worshippers in the main prayer hall and the exterior courtyard. There are four streams outdoors that irrigate a garden in the center of the building. The streams represent the four rivers of paradise promised in the Qur’an: water, honey, milk and wine. The complex also houses the Qur’anic Botanic Garden, which contains plants been mentioned in the Holy Qur'an, along with Qatar’s native flora. Designed to reflect Islamic art and architecture, the garden focuses on harmony, maintaining and preserving plant diversity from around the world.
Following the tour of the Education City complex, you will return to the hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
Día 4
After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will transfer to the National Museum of Qatar for delightful encounter with Qatar’s past, present and future. The design of the museum resembles 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 and celebrates its future. Exhibitions combine historic objects and contemporary influences, opening up a dialogue around the impact of rapid change. You will have time to visit the museum’s shop before transferring to the cruise terminal to embark the ship.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso
• El orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados se emitirán cuando usted reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. A continuación, recibirá un itinerario final de nuestro operador terrestre con una Carta de Bienvenida a su llegada o en el hotel. Revise detenidamente la carta y el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.
Noches Adicionales
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
• Si reserva noches adicionales a través de la línea de cruceros, será recibido según los detalles del vuelo proporcionados y será trasladado a su hotel. El registro de entrada es a las 15:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno, así como las actividades, corren por su cuenta hasta el Día 2 del programa.
• Si tiene un vuelo que llega temprano, es posible que desee reservar una noche adicional, ya que su habitación no estará lista para ocuparse hasta aproximadamente las 15:00 h.
• Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, los traslados no están incluidos.
DÍA 1
Arrive via international flights to Doha. You will be met outside the terminal and transferred to the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Doha.
El registro de entrada se realiza a las 15:00 h. Although every effort will be made to have the rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed. Should your flight arrive very early in the morning you may wish to book an additional night. You could also store your luggage and start enjoying the facilities of your hotel upon arrival or perhaps take a stroll to see some of the sites close by while you wait for your room to be ready.
Meals will be on your own today.
Encuentro y traslados
• Los documentos finales del crucero se enviarán por correo electrónico 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El número de teléfono del agente terrestre local estará en la página 1 si no puede ubicar al representante a su llegada. Tenga en cuenta que el representante puede estar ayudando a otros; y es posible que no esté a la vista cuando salga por primera vez de la Aduana y del área de reclamo de equipaje.
• Busque a alguien que tenga un cartel con el logotipo de la línea de cruceros y posiblemente su nombre. En caso de duda, solicite al personal del aeropuerto que le indique el área de reunión para los traslados o que busque a nuestro representante.
• El encuentro y los traslados se organizan para los huéspedes que lleguen el Día 1 de un programa terrestre o para noches adicionales reservadas a través de la línea de cruceros, y se organizan en función de los detalles del vuelo recibidos por los huéspedes al menos 14 días antes de que comience la navegación. Los huéspedes que lleguen de manera independiente antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa no tendrán el traslado incluido.
• Si no hemos recibido los detalles de su vuelo o si sus vuelos han cambiado, y si no se notificó al Equipo Terrestre de Servicios en Destino, no se podrá brindar el traslado y los huéspedes serán responsables de llegar al hotel del programa terrestre a su cargo. Contacte de inmediato a nuestro Departamento de Reservas por cualquier cambio en el vuelo antes de la salida.
DÍA 2
Desayuno en el hotel
10:00am Pick up at the hotel in 4x4 vehicles
Depart for the Desert Splendor Tour with lunch
10:45am Entrance to the dunes
11:00am Deflation of vehicle’s tires
11:15am Dune bashing
12:45pm Free time to enjoy the camp facilities and recreational activities
1:00pm BBQ lunch
2:45pm Transfer by 4-WD private vehicles back to the hotel
3:30pm Arrive at the hotel
5:00pm Transfer to the Dhow for a dinner cruise
8:00pm Return to the hotel
Overnight at Ritz Carlton Hotel Doha or similar hotel
DÍA 3
Desayuno en el hotel
9:00am Depart for the Vision of Doha tour
1:00 – 2:00pm Free time for lunch on your own at Souq Waqif
2:00pm Depart for Education City Mosque and Qatar National Library at Education City
4:00pm Return to the hotel
Evening at leisure with dinner on your own
Overnight at Ritz Carlton Hotel Doha or similar hotel
DÍA 4
Desayuno en el hotel
9:00am Check-out from the hotel
Visit the National Museum of Qatar
12:30pm Arrive at the Doha port to embark the ship
Pronóstico del tiempo
Warm and sunny (Average temperature - 26° Celsius /78° Fahrenheit)
Qué debe traer
Light loose clothing, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hats, sunscreen. We recommend taking a light jacket for the dune dinner safari as the temperatures can be quite cooler in the desert at night.
Dress code while visiting mosques:
•Modest, conservative, loose-fitting clothing, long sleeves and trousers
•No transparent or see-through clothing. No white cloths are allowed at the mosque
•No shorts
•No skirts for ladies
•No tight clothing including leggings, no swimwear and no beachwear
•Shoes will be removed before entering the mosque, so we recommend slip off shoes
•Headscarf for ladies is mandatory so be sure to bring your own.
Moneda
Qatari Riyal. USD are not accepted.
Electricidad
220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own international travel adaptor for electric equipment.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
It is imperative that each passenger traveling to the United Arab Emirates possess a valid passport. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into the United Arab Emirates. Some nationalities require a visa to enter the UAE. Please consult your local embassy for further details on visas for your nationality.
Alojamiento
Ritz Carlton Hotel Doha
P.O. Box 23400, West Bay Lagoon, Doha, Qatar
Teléfono: +97444848000
* Solo ofrecemos un hotel diferente en situaciones imprevistas. Si se sustituye el hotel, será similar y con las mismas calificaciones y estándares; y los huéspedes serán notificados con anticipación. Si no se notifica a los huéspedes sobre los cambios antes de la salida, se usarán los hoteles que figuran en este programa.
El Programa Incluye lo Siguiente para los Huéspedes:
• 3 nights at the Ritz Carlton Doha (or similar hotel) including breakfast – Deluxe Room
• Desert Splendor Tour with lunch
• Dhow cruise with dinner onboard
• Vision of Doha city tour
• Education City Mosque and Qatar National Library at Education City tour
• Visit to National Museum of Qatar
• Currently applicable all taxes
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de llegada actualizada, para poder planificar el traslado. Si usted reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de llegada. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.
El programa no incluye:
• Meals and beverages not listed above including beverages with alcohol
• Gratuities to drivers and guides
• Portage at the airport and hotel
• Any personal expenses and hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. However, each program varies and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular.
Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios.
Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Los huéspedes que no lleguen el Día 1 según el programa terrestre se considerarán ausentes y se liberará su espacio en el hotel.
Explore Qatar’s capital of Doha – a harmonious mix of modern and traditional attractions – enjoy a dinner cruise on a wooden dhow and race through the surrounding desert in a 4x4 vehicle.
DÍA 1
Disembark in the port of Doha and meet your guide.
Begin your tour at the National Museum of Qatar for a delightful encounter with Qatar’s past, present and future. The design of the museum resembles 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 and celebrates its future. Exhibitions combine historic objects and contemporary influences, opening up a dialogue around the impact of rapid change. You will have time to visit the museum’s shop before transferring to your hotel.
After check-in, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with meals on your own.
DÍA 2
After breakfast at the hotel, you will travel into the surrounding desert in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle. To improve traction in the deep sand, the tires of the vehicle will be deflated. Then, off you will go, racing through the desert dunes in an exhilarating activity known as dune bashing. The driver is highly experienced at negotiating the shifting sands at ever-changing speeds.
A traditional lunch follows at the seafront desert camp, which is a collection of huts furnished with beach beds and Arabic carpets. Other facilities include gazebos, restrooms and a sunken firepit.
In time, you will drive back to the hotel to freshen up before boarding a traditional wooden dhow for a dinner cruise around Doha Bay. The city will be beautifully illuminated as you pass landmarks such as The Pearl, a manmade island with high-end residential towers, marinas and shops. The dhow will maintain a fairly slow speed that is ideal for sightseeing and snapping photos of the city.
After disembarking, you will return to the hotel for the evening.
DÍA 3
Following a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you will tour Doha, the capital of Qatar and a city that embraces modernity yet still preserves the nuances of the Arab tradition. The highlights include:
?A tram tour of historical downtown Doha and "the world's smartest and most sustainable fully built city district.“
?Browsing the Souq Waqif, a traditional bazaar with myriad of shops full of merchandise such as ceramics, fabrics, spices, Arab sweets, perfumes, candied fruit and traditional clothing.
?Stopping for Arabic sweets and tea at Souq Waqif and free time for lunch on your own.
?Driving past the gleaming towers of West Bay on the way to the cultural hub Katara for a walking tour of the mosques, amphitheater and street art.
?Visiting The Pearl Qatar, an attraction on a manmade island with resort hotels, exquisite shopping and fine dining.
The city tour also includes visiting the state-of-the-art Education City complex, a collection of university satellite campuses, a mosque and the Qatar National Library.
The Education City Mosque is located in the Minaretein building as a part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s College of Islamic Studies. Designed by Iraqi architect and calligrapher Taha al-Hiti, the mosque’s minarets feature vertical calligraphy that sweeps upward, taking the viewer’s eye heavenward in a contemplation of faith and meaning. The mosque is supported by five pillars, each representing one of Islam’s pillars: Shahada (profession of faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (giving alms), Sawm (fasting) and Hajj (pilgrimage).
Individuals from all backgrounds are welcome to visit the mosque, which can accommodate as many as 2,800 worshippers in the main prayer hall and the exterior courtyard. There are four streams outdoors that irrigate a garden in the center of the building. The streams represent the four rivers of paradise promised in the Qur’an: water, honey, milk and wine. The complex also houses the Qur’anic Botanic Garden, which contains plants been mentioned in the Holy Qur'an, along with Qatar’s native flora. Designed to reflect Islamic art and architecture, the garden focuses on harmony, maintaining and preserving plant diversity from around the world.
Following the tour of the Education City complex, you will return to the hotel. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
Día 4
After breakfast and check out, transfer to the Doha International Airport (DOH) for your flight home.
Detalles del Programa Terrestre Paso a Paso:
• Aviso: el orden de los sitios visitados puede variar para evitar que se llenen demasiado. Todos los horarios del programa son aproximados, se indican a modo de referencia general y están sujetos a cambios.
• Los itinerarios con los detalles más actualizados (hasta el momento) se emitirán usted cuando reciba por correo electrónico los documentos finales del crucero 21 días antes de que comience la navegación. El equipo de Servicios en Destino le proporcionará los itinerarios finales con los detalles más actualizados una vez que usted esté a bordo del barco. Revise detenidamente el itinerario final para ver si hay más modificaciones.
• Los hoteles destinados para el programa terrestre serán los hoteles que figuran en este documento, a menos que se indique lo contrario antes de la fecha de comienzo del programa terrestre.
• El traslado de salida no está incluido si los huéspedes salen antes del último día del programa.
DÍA 1
AM Disembark at Doha Port
9:00am Visit the National Museum of Qatar
1:00pm Drop off at your hotel
Remainder of the day at leisure, meals on own
Overnight at the Ritz Carlton Hotel Doha or similar hotel
DÍA 2
AM Breakfast at your hotel
10:00am Depart for the Desert Splendor Tour with Lunch
3:30pm Proceed to the Dhow Cruise including dinner on board
8:00pm Arrive back at your hotel
Overnight at the Ritz Carlton Hotel Doha or similar hotel
DÍA 3
Desayuno en el hotel
9:00am Depart for a Vision of Doha Tour
1:00pm Vision of Doha Tour finishes
1:00 – 2:00pm Free time for lunch at the Souq Waqif
2:00pm Depart for Education City Mosque & Qatar National Library at Education City
4:00pm Drop back to the hotel
Free Dinner
Overnight at Ritz Carlton Hotel Doha
DÍA 4
Desayuno en el hotel
Departure Transfer to Doha Airport
Noches Adicionales:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. El horario del registro de salida es a las 12:00 h (sujeto a cambios). Las comidas que no sean el desayuno corren por su cuenta después del Día 4 del programa.
Traslados:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Si no se reciben los detalles del vuelo 14 días antes de la fecha de comienzo del crucero, no se organizarán los traslados.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. Se le pedirá que desaloje la habitación a las 12:00 h. Las habitaciones diurnas solo se pueden comprar directamente a través del hotel.
Pronóstico del tiempo
Warm and sunny (Average temperature - 26° Celsius /78° Fahrenheit)
Qué debe traer
Light loose clothing, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hats, sunscreen. We recommend taking a light jacket for the dune dinner safari as the temperatures can be quite cooler in the desert at night.
Dress code while visiting mosques:
•Modest, conservative, loose-fitting clothing, long sleeves and trousers
•No transparent or see-through clothing. No white cloths are allowed at the mosque
•No shorts
•No skirts for ladies
•No tight clothing including leggings, no swimwear and no beachwear
•Shoes will be removed before entering the mosque, so we recommend slip off shoes
•Headscarf for ladies is mandatory so be sure to bring your own.
Moneda
Qatari Riyal. USD are not accepted.
Electricidad
220 voltios. We recommend bringing your own international travel adaptor for electric equipment.
Requisitos de Documentación y Visa
It is imperative that each passenger traveling to the United Arab Emirates possess a valid passport. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into the United Arab Emirates. Some nationalities require a visa to enter the UAE. Please consult your local embassy for further details on visas for your nationality.
Alojamiento
Ritz Carlton Hotel Doha
P.O. Box 23400, West Bay Lagoon, Doha, Qatar
Teléfono: +97444848000
* Solo ofrecemos un hotel diferente en situaciones imprevistas. Si se sustituye el hotel, será similar y con las mismas calificaciones y estándares; y los huéspedes serán notificados con anticipación. Si no se notifica a los huéspedes sobre los cambios antes de la salida, se usarán los hoteles que figuran en este programa.
El Programa Incluye lo Siguiente para los Huéspedes:
• 3 nights at the Ritz Carlton Doha (or similar hotel) including breakfast – Deluxe Room
• Desert Splendor Tour with lunch
• Dhow cruise with dinner onboard
• Vision of Doha city tour
• Education City Mosque and Qatar National Library at Education City tour
• Visit to National Museum of Qatar
Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Los huéspedes que reservan sus propios vuelos, independientemente de cuál sea la línea de cruceros, son responsables de garantizar que la línea de cruceros tenga la información de salida actualizada, para poder planificar su traslado. Si reserva noches adicionales por su cuenta, la línea de cruceros no proporcionará el traslado de salida. Si no recibimos los detalles de vuelo con un mínimo de 14 días de antelación, no se proporcionarán los traslados.
El programa no incluye:
• Meals and beverages not listed above including beverages with alcohol
• Gratuities to drivers and guides
• Portage at the airport and hotel
• Any personal expenses and hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service
Aviso: Los programas terrestres que incluyen numerosos días en la costa incluyen actividades prolongadas y aquellos de duración más corta ofrecen, en general, actividades más moderadas. However, each program varies and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. Es posible que haya que subir escaleras o escalones. Se les recomienda a los huéspedes que estén en silla de ruedas o que tengan problemas de movilidad que consulten con la línea de cruceros con anticipación para comprobar si alguna parte del programa de excursión no es apta según su situación particular.
Aviso: Todos los programas terrestres cuentan con capacidad limitada y están sujetos a disponibilidad. Los programas que no alcanzan la cantidad mínima de participantes requerida están sujetos a cancelación. Los precios publicados también están sujetos a cambios que dependen del aumento de los costos del transporte, de los servicios terrestres o de la fluctuación de la moneda. Después de la compra, el precio está garantizado y no está sujeto a cambios.
Los Programas Terrestres deben comprarse hasta 90 días antes de la fecha en que comienza la navegación. Las cancelaciones realizadas 90 días o menos antes de la fecha de partida están sujetas a una multa por cancelación del 100%. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
