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tRAVEL GUIDE

Qatar

pronounced

‘kuh-TAR’

Highest point

is just 103 meters

above sea level

Oil

was discovered

in 1940

Islam

is the predominant

religion

The Falcon

is the national

bird

QATAR

Occupying a small peninsula that juts into the Persian Gulf, Qatar is a blend of natural and modern wonders, and despite its size is a melting pot of culture with influences from antiquity, Portuguese and Ottoman settlement, and is now al-Thani family heritage that takes great pride in the legacies of yesteryear. 

The vibrant capital Doha is a waterfront city, with high rise buildings and a 21st century perspective but beyond you’ll find a beautiful coastline, mangroves and beaches, dunes and archaeology. 

Things to do

Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al Zubara
Enjoy a spa day at a desert retreat
Absorb atmospheric Souq Waqif in central Doha
Explore the mangroves at Al Thakira
Discover Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
Experience local Qatari cuisine

General Information

Time zone:  3 hours ahead of the UK  

Currency: Qatari Riyal (QAR). Riyals can be obtained ATM’s which are widely available. When taking money into the country, amounts of QAR 50,000 (approx £10,100) or more must be declared 

Weather:  Desert climate with hot summers and warm winters – July and August are the hottest months, with temperatures sometimes exceeding 40°C.

Main attractions:  Katara Villae, Mina District, Place Vendome, National Museum 

Tipping – a service charge is often included in the bill but a welcome tip of 10-15% is appreciated. It’s useful to carry cash for this purpose. 

VISA REQUIREMENTS

For travel advice visit: 

  https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/qatar 

https://www.ireland.ie/en/dfa/overseas-travel/advice/qatar/

 

You can get a tourist visa issued free of charge when you arrive in Qatar. You do not need to apply in advance of travel unless your visit is not for tourism or your passport has conditions or restrictions. 

 

Visit for more information: https://visitqatar.com/intl-en/plan-your-trip/visas 

 

You must have an onward ticket for the next country you are travelling to  

 

Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry to Qatar 

 

All visitors must have a valid health insurance policy  

Making A Call

To call a UK number from Qatar dial 0044 or 00 353 for Ireland, followed by the number you are dialling without the first 0.  

EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Police, Fire and Ambulance:  999 

British Embassy Qatar

British Embassy, 
West Bay Dafna Area, Onaiza Zone 66, Al Shabab Street. 
PO Box 3 Doha 
Qatar 

Tel:  +974 4496 2000 

Email:  Embassy.Doha@fcdo.gov.uk 

Embassy of Ireland, UAE

There is no Embassy in Qatar however you can contact the Irish Embassy in UAE: 

Atiq Bin Majid Al Muhairi Street 
Al Bateen, P.O. Box 61581 
Abu Dhabi 
United Arab Emirates 
 

Tel: +971 2 4958200 

OFFICIAL TOURIST WEBSITE

Official website: https://visitqatar.com/

Getting around in Qatar

Qatar has an extensive public transport system which is modern and efficient. The Doha Metro connects the airport to the city and beyond. https://visitqatar.com/intl-en/plan-your-trip/getting-around 

DOHA AIRPORT (DOH)

https://dohahamadairport.com/ 

If your layover in Qatar is under 24 hours and you remain in the transit area of Hamad International Airport, you do not need a transit visa. However, if you plan to leave the airport and explore Qatar during your layover, you will need a transit visa.  Passengers traveling through Qatar Airways can apply for Qatar Transit Visa for free. This visa is valid for 4 days/96 hours and allows you to leave Hammad International Airport and explore Qatar. Keep in mind it is only for those travellers who have more than 5 hours of layover. 

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/qatar/entry-requirements 

Please note however if your flight was delayed:  Travellers cannot stay in the transit area for more than 24 hours between flights, even if you are booked into the transit hotel in the airport.  You can get a tourist visa on arrival if you’re travelling on a full British Citizen passport. 

There is more information about transit through Qatar on the Hamad International Airport website. https://dohahamadairport.com/airport-guide/at-the-airport/transfers 

QATAR

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Day Trip to Adelaide

Wednesday 30 July - Departs 9:30 AM / Returns 17:00 PM

The Barossa is in South Australia, about 70km north-east of Adelaide, the state’s capital city.   Your trip will include a visit of the city centre, The State Library of South Australia and lunch at a local wine bar and kitchen. 

The State Library is the information heart of South Australia, located in the North Terrace Cultural Precinct.  You will have the opportunity to explore all three buildings: the award-winning contemporary Catherine Helen Spence Wing with its iconic glass foyer, the Mortlock Wing with its 19th century Victorian splendour, and the 1861 heritage listed Institute Building.

Sweeping stadium views, stylish bar and lounge, premium menu and extensive wine list.  Bespoke Wine Bar & Kitchen is one of Adelaide’s most impressive dining experiences.

Extending across level three of Oval Hotel and into the iconic Adelaide Oval, Bespoke’s unique setting makes a stunning backdrop lunch.

Executive Chef Daniel Simpson’s modern Australian menu brings bold flavours to life through fresh, seasonal produce.  Two drinks are included, and you may choose from house wine, beer or a soft drink.

After lunch you will be transferred to the North Terrace, Adelaide city where you can choose to spend your time either at Rundle Mall, The Art Gallery of South Australia or South Australian Museum.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  We have been advised that the carpet is being replaced in the Mortlock Chamber (section of the library) and we are now unable to conduct tours through this section during July so we will amend the Private tour of the State Library slightly and now include access to the basement (old & rare artifacts storage) which is an area of the library usually inaccessible to the public. 

 

Private 60 minute tour of State Library of South Australia | 30 July 2025 – 11:00am

Guests will have the opportunity to explore one of South Australia’s great institutions and take a look behind the shelves. An expert librarian will take you on a walk sharing stories of how the State Library began. Your experience starts at the historic Adelaide Circulating Library to learn the history of the building. By 1861, the collection of books held there was to became the first public library in South Australia. The Adelaide Circulating Library has been used in the past as a backdrop to several movies including Shine and Gallipoli. Continue your way to the basement to see some of the interesting old & rare artifacts housed in the library. Discover how the state’s most important treasures are maintained in the state-of-the-art storage and how the preservations team cares for the collection. 

Legends that have joined us on previous experiences