Private Doha City Tour & Desert Safari Combo (8 Hours)
Overview
See Doha and the Qatari Desert in One Private 8-Hour Tour
Experience Qatar’s private 8-hour combo tour covers Doha’s city highlights and a desert safari in one day. You spend about 4 hours exploring the Corniche, Katara Cultural Village, The Pearl-Qatar, Lusail City and Souq Waqif. You then spend about 4 hours in the desert, with 60 minutes of 4×4 dune bashing, a short camel ride at a Bedouin camp, a photo with a falcon, and views of the Inland Sea (Khor Al Adaid).
The tour starts and ends at Hamad International Airport, so it suits visitors arriving in Qatar or travelling onward the same day. A professional guide leads the whole day in a private vehicle, with economy and premium options.
Quick answer
- Tour: Private Doha city tour + desert safari combo
- Duration: 8 hours (about 4 hours city, about 4 hours desert)
- Meeting point: Arrivals Hall, Hamad International Airport, Doha
- Group size: Up to 8 people
- Minimum age: 3 years
- Price: From 381 QR (about $104) per person, based on group size
- Private vehicle: Economy or premium, depending on group size and preference
Pricing (per person)
The price per person falls as your private group grows.
|
Group |
QR | USD |
|
1 Pax |
1,750 |
$480 |
|
2 Pax |
1,025 | $282 |
|
3 Pax |
730 | $200 |
|
4 Pax |
585 |
$161 |
| 5 Pax | 490 |
$135 |
|
6 Pax |
430 |
$118 |
| 7 Pax | 415 |
$114 |
| 8 Pax | 381 |
$104 |
- Children aged 13–18 pay the standard adult rate.
- Children aged 6–12 pay half price.
- Children under 6 are complimentary.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Doha city tour and desert safari combo?
It lasts 8 hours: about 4 hours of city sightseeing and about 4 hours in the desert.
Where does the tour start and end?
It starts and ends at Hamad International Airport. You meet your guide in the Arrivals Hall.
What does the Doha city tour include?
It includes the Corniche, Katara Cultural Village, The Pearl-Qatar, Lusail City with Lusail Stadium, and Souq Waqif.
What do I do on the desert safari?
You go on a 60-minute 4×4 dune bashing session, take a short camel ride at a Bedouin camp, have Arabic tea or coffee, take a falcon photo, and visit the Inland Sea (Khor Al Adaid).
Is the tour private?
Yes. Your group has its own guide and private vehicle, economy or premium.
How much does the tour cost?
Prices start from 381 QR ($104) per person for a group of 8. One guest pays 1,750 QR ($480), and the per-person price drops as the group grows.
How many people can join?
Up to 8 people per booking.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, from age 3. Children aged 6–12 pay half price, children under 6 are free, and ages 13–18 pay the adult rate. An adult must accompany children.
Is the Inland Sea UNESCO-listed?
Khor Al Adaid is a natural reserve on UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage status. It is not yet an inscribed World Heritage Site.
What is the cancellation policy?
You get a full refund minus a 10% fee for cancellations 10 or more days before the service date, 75% at 4–9 days, 50% at 2–4 days, and no refund under 48 hours. All cancellations must be sent in writing to marhaba@experience.qa.
Included
- Guided half-day city tour of Doha’s landmarks
- 60-minute 4×4 dune bashing adventure over the desert dunes
- Visit to a Bedouin camel camp with a short camel ride, complimentary tea or coffee, and a falcon photo
- Time at the Inland Sea (Khor Al Adaid)
- Professional, knowledgeable tour guide throughout
- Private vehicle transfer from and back to Hamad International Airport
Excluded
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Terms & Conditions
These terms apply to all tours booked with Experience Qatar, operated by Experience Tours and Events Services LLC.
Making a Booking
- All bookings are subject to availability and our acceptance.
- When you make a booking, you are offering to purchase the services on these terms.
- Your booking is confirmed only when we send you a Booking Confirmation. The contract between you and Experience Qatar is formed at that point and not before.
- If we cannot accept your booking, we will tell you and will not charge you.
Payment
- Currency: All prices are in Qatari Riyals (QR).
- Taxes: As of the booking date, Qatar does not charge Value-Added Tax (VAT). If VAT or a similar government tax or charge is introduced and applies to your services, it will be added to your final invoice and paid by you. Experience Tours and Events Services LLC is not liable for any current or future tax obligations imposed by regulatory authorities.
- When to pay: Full payment is required at the time of booking, unless we tell you otherwise.
- Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card, American Express and bank transfer.
- Card security: Your card details are encrypted to reduce the risk of unauthorized access or disclosure. Payment authorization is received at the time of booking.
Changing Your Booking
- Changes depend on availability and may cost extra.
- Send all change requests in writing to marhaba@experience.qa.
- We may refuse a change request.
Cancellation and No show Policy
At Experience Qatar, we understand that plans can change. Our standard cancellation and refund policy is below.
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10 or more days before the service date: Full refund, minus a 10% administrative fee.
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4–9 days before the service date: 75% refund.
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2–3 days before the service date: 50% refund.
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Less than 48 hours before the service date or no-show: No refund.
How to cancel: Email your request to marhaba@experience.qa. Cancellations must be in writing.
Full details: See our Refund Policy for cancellations, changes and refunds.
Please note: Different terms may apply to special events, peak seasons and group bookings.
- Tour Doha’s landmarks on a private city tour: Corniche, Katara Cultural Village, The Pearl-Qatar, Lusail City and Souq Waqif
- See Lusail Stadium, which hosted the World Cup final and seats up to 80,000 spectators
- Go dune bashing for 60 minutes in a 4×4 across golden sand dunes
- Visit a traditional Bedouin camel camp for a short camel ride and Arabic tea or coffee
- Take a photo with a falcon, a symbol of Qatari heritage
- See the Inland Sea (Khor Al Adaid), where the desert meets the sea
- Enjoy a private guided experience with personalized service and comfort all day
8-Hour Private Tour (City Tour + Desert Safari)
Meeting point: Hamad International Airport
Meet your guide at the Arrivals Hall. If you cannot find the guide, call the airport hotline on +974 3019 1237.
Private vehicle transfer
Your guide escorts you to your private vehicle, economy or premium depending on group size and preference.
Part 1: Doha City Tour (about 4 hours)
- Airport to city drive: Hear a brief history of Hamad International Airport and the connecting highways, with insight into Doha’s development.
- Corniche drive: Drive slowly along the Corniche with the Arabian Sea as a backdrop, seeing old and modern Doha side by side. You get up to 3 photo stops, with commentary on landmarks along the route.
- Katara Cultural Village: Take a guided walk through this cultural hub, which blends Islamic art with Roman-inspired architecture. Explore galleries, open-air theatres and cultural installations.
- The Pearl-Qatar: Drive through this luxurious man-made island with its marinas, luxury retail and the Qanat Quartier, Doha’s “Venice” of canals and bridges.
- Lusail City: See Qatar’s modern, sustainable city development, including Lusail Stadium, which hosted the World Cup final and seats up to 80,000.
- Souq Waqif: Explore the traditional market on foot, discovering local crafts, spices and Qatari artistry.
Part 2: Desert Safari (about 4 hours)
- Drive to the desert: Leave the city on a scenic drive and learn about Qatar’s natural landscapes along the way.
- Dune bashing: Enjoy a 60-minute 4×4 dune bashing session with an experienced driver.
- Bedouin camel camp: Take a short camel ride and have Arabic tea or coffee at a traditional camp. Here you can also hold a falcon for a photo.
- Inland Sea (Khor Al Adaid): See the meeting of desert and sea at this natural reserve, on UNESCO’s Tentative List and a popular photo stop.
Return to the airport
Your guide takes you back to Hamad International Airport for your onward journey, which completes the full-day private experience.
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