An intriguing mix of old and new in 5* Doha, Qatar - 5 nights

lmost any visit to Qatar will begin in is capital, Doha. Located on the east coast of the Qatar peninsula, the city sits in an attractive cresent shaped bay. The city is the cultural and commercial heart of Qatar and consequently is an intriguing mixture of old and new, of ancient Arabic tradition and modern metropolitan life. The Corniche seafront boulevards are a feature of Gulf cities and Qatar's Al Corniche is among the grandest. Sweeping along Doha Bay it is a delightful palm-fringed concourse, which attracts promenading pedestrians, picnicking families, spectators and joggers. Fronting the Corniche is an interesting array of old and new architecture, while on the waters of the bay is a picturesque reminder of times past in graceful wooden 'dhow' boats, some still employed in fishing local waters.

Things to do in Doha, Qatar

Relax on the glorious beach

Various tours including Desert Safari, History of Qatar and Dhow cruising

Play golf at the excellent Doha Golf Club

Enjoy an evening stroll along the grandest Corniche in the Gulf

For more information on this holiday or create a tailor-made trip, call our dedicated team of travel specialists on 0871 222 5970.

Most visits to Qatar begin in its capital, Doha, a bayside city half way down the east coast, which is the cultural and commercial heart of Qatar. Doha is an intriguing mixture of old and new, of ancient Arabic tradition and modern metropolitan life.

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The Corniche Panoramic seafront boulevards are a feature of Gulf cities and Qatar’s Al Corniche is among the grandest. Sweeping along Doha Bay it is a delightful palm-fringed concourse, which attracts promenading pedestrians, picnicking families, spectators and joggers. Fronting the Corniche is an interesting sampling of old and new architecture, while on the waters of the bay is a picturesque reminder of times past in graceful wooden dhow boats, some still employed in fishing local waters.

Things to do in Doha, Qatar

Relax on the glorious beach or around the swimming pool
Enjoy the excellent Spa and leisure facilities
Various tours including Desert Safari, History of Qatar and Dhow cruising
Play golf at the excellent Doha Golf Club
Enjoy an evening stroll along the grandest Corniche in the Gulf

Accommodation

5* Sheraton Doha Hotel & Resort - 5 nights - bed & breakfast

Situated in the prestigious West Bay, the Sheraton is set in 70 acres of landscaped gardens, overlooking the Corniche and the clear blue waters of the Arabian Gulf. Qatar International Squash & Tennis Courts, as well as the City Center shopping malls are situated within walking distance. The excellent Doha Golf Club is only 15-minutes drive from the hotel.

Hotel facilities

Nightclub with bar and live entertainment
Various restaurants, bars and a fantastic pastry shop
Swimming pool
The Health & Recreation Centre with the following facilities
- Private garden and beach
- Multi purpose sports court
- 2 indoor and 2 outdoor tennis courts
- 2 indoor squash courts
- Temperature-controlled swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
Children’s pool
Private sailing school with waterskiing, sailing, banana boat rides, parasailing and fishing trips
Fitness center with Sauna, massage, ballet, gymnastics, aerobics and fully equipped gym with state of the art facilities
Free shuttle service to city center and shopping malls
24 hours room service
Bank and bureau de change
Newspaper and book shop
Antiques shop, photo studio, hairdresser, beauty salon & a hotel nurse
Babysitting service on request

Room facilities

Air conditioning with individual control
Private bathroom including Bidet and bathroom amenities
Direct dial telephone
Colour TV with cable and satellite channels
Minibar
Private balcony with sea view
Hairdryer
Radio/alarm clock
Fruit basket in room

Flights

Carrier - Qatar Airways
From - London Heathrow to Doha
Outbound - Daily until December 9
Departs various - arrives various
Inbound - After 5 nights
Departs various - arrives various

The tour operator is regrettably unable to advise any specific flight times for this holiday, as there are choice of two flights per day. After you have made your request for booking the tour operator will endeavour to offer you flight times closest to your personal requirements.

Price includes: Flights, local transfers & 5 nights accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis.

Single supplement:On request

Children:On request

Infants:On request

To book this holiday online now, just click on the next step button above. If you'd rather speak to one of our holiday experts, just call 0871 222 5970 and quote reference 378619050.

Calls cost 10p per minute at all times. Opening hours are 08.00 - 20.00 Monday - Friday, 09.00 - 17.00 Saturday and 10.00 - 16.00 Sunday

Please note

The following extra charges will apply when booked by credit card: Visa/Mastercard - 1.5%, Amex - 3%, Diners - 4%
For any bookings made within 3 days of departure, there will be a Ticket on Departure charge of £35 per person levied by the tour operator

Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking with facevalues.org.uk.

2 adults sharing
* denotes weekend departures

Heathrow Airport Sheraton Doha Hotel & Resort Dates available Adult Child November 2004 *
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