Discovering Qatari Culture Through Traditional Classes
7 Days
easy
Group / Private
4 hours
easy
private
This tour is a 7-day itinerary in Qatar that focuses on traditional Qatari culture and includes various classes. The itinerary includes a city tour of Doha, visits to landmarks such as the Museum of Islamic Art and the Katara Cultural Village, and classes on traditional Qatari activities such as cooking, textile weaving, pearl diving, falconry, and music and dance. The tour provides a unique opportunity to learn about Qatari culture and history through immersive and interactive experiences.
Day 1: Arrival in Doha
Arrive in Doha and check-in to your hotel.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the hotel and its amenities.
Day 2: City Tour and Cultural Experience
Take a city tour of Doha, visiting famous landmarks such as the Museum of Islamic Art, the Qatar National Museum, and the Pearl-Qatar.
In the afternoon, experience the local culture by visiting the Katara Cultural Village, which offers an array of shopping options that showcase local and international art and crafts.
Day 3: Traditional Qatari Cooking Class
Learn how to cook traditional Qatari dishes at a local cooking class.
After the class, enjoy the meal you have prepared and learn about the cultural significance of the dishes.
Day 4: Traditional Textile Weaving Class
Learn the art of traditional textile weaving in a local class.
Learn about the history and significance of textiles in Qatari culture and create your own woven pieces to take home.
Day 5: Pearl Diving Experience
Take a Pearl Diving Experience tour to learn about the history and cultural significance of pearl diving in Qatar.
Learn the techniques of pearl diving and enjoy a boat ride in the Persian Gulf.
Day 6: Falconry Class
Learn about the traditional practice of falconry in Qatar by attending a local falconry class.
Learn about the different types of falcons and their significance in Qatari culture.
Day 7: Traditional Music and Dance Class
Attend a traditional music and dance class to learn about the music and dance forms in Qatari culture.
Learn about the significance and history of these art forms and try your hand at the instruments and dance steps.
Day 8: Departure
Check out of your hotel and depart from Doha.
What to Expect
- Pick-up and drop-off at Hamad International Airport
- City tour
- Traditional cooking class
- Textile weaving class
- Pearl diving
- Falconry class
- Music and dance class
Inclusions
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- All guides are licensed and English-speaking
Exclusions
- Meals and beverages
- Travel insurance
- Anything else that is not expressly mentioned above in Inclusions
This itinerary offers a unique opportunity to learn about Qatari culture through traditional classes, including cooking, textile weaving, pearl diving, falconry, and music and dance. In addition, the itinerary includes a city tour and cultural experiences such as visiting the Museum of Islamic Art and the Katara Cultural Village.
COVID-19 Precautionary measure
- Required green health status on the Ehteraz app
- All vehicles used for tours and services are properly sanitized and disinfected before and after the tour
- Tour guide and guests will be wearing masks for the full duration of the tour
- Drivers and tour guides have their temperatures checked before commencing any shift
- Hand sanitizers are provided for visitors
- The experience complies with government regulations
- Social distancing guidelines to be strictly followed at all times
- Guests who display symptoms related to COVID-19 should not attend tours
