Private Souk Waqif or Al Wakra Souk Shopping Tour in Doha

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Summary

Choose to visit Souk Waqif in Doha or Al Wakra Souk in advance, and after Doha hotel pickup, travel to your chosen destination by air-conditioned vehicle. Bottled water and sodas are provided for your refreshment in the vehicle. Reincarnated from a Bedouin livestock market, Souk Waqif’s maze-like lanes and restored Arabian houses make it one of Doha’s cultural showpieces. Hear about its history from your guide and be introduced to some interesting stores, selling everything from Qatari crafts to jewelry, spices and fabrics. Maybe visit a falconry shop to learn about Bedouin falconry, and perhaps get the chance to handle and photograph one of the beautiful birds. Enjoy free time to browse and buy, and perhaps catch a folk music or dancing display or see donkeys in traditional, patterned Qatari saddles. Alternatively, head south from Doha to the seafront Souk Waqif in Al Wakra. Explore the shops at this traditional-style souk, while discovering its past as a Bedouin trading area from your guide. Enjoy independent shopping and strolling time, and perhaps enjoy a drink or refreshments (own expense) at a café along the scenic corniche. Your trip finishes after your souk visit with a hotel drop-off.

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Souq Waqif is a showpiece of traditional architecture, handicrafts and folk art, and was once a weekend trading area for the Bedouin. The only traditional souq to remain in the Gulf, it is now a charming labyrinth of narrow streets where visitors can bargain and purchase an amazingly diverse range of products.

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What’s included?

  • Transportation with driver

  • Water & soft drinks

  • Tour guide

  • Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Qatar International Tour (QIT)

About operator:

QIT established in 1999, Qatar International Tours welcomes you to enjoy a dream vacation in Qatar. As a renowned tour operator under the umbrella of QTA (Qatar Tourism Authority) and well respected name within the industry we follow five simple rules: Our clients come first; we keep our commitments; we are creative, detail orientated and quality conscious; we seek positive solutions; and we enjoy what we do. As Qatar’s most efficient and dynamic destination management company, we offer fantastic local and inbound tour packages in one of the fastest developing countries in the middle east, not to mention a host of services and packages to provide you with not only relaxation and recreational activities but also offers the chance to gain an insight into the spices and diversity of Arab culture, hospitality and history. Providing a professional service, variety of tours, innovative events, and brand new air conditioned coaches and off road vehicles and a focus on safety and security,

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