Qatar Grand Prix tour: F1 race weekend at Lusail, Doha city tour and desert safari
Tour code AKSR0800. City Getaways. 5 days, 4 cities.
Doha (4 nights), Doha
Starts in Doha (Hamad International Airport). Ends at Doha (Hamad International Airport). Tour in English.
From $1,631 per person, twin sharing. Next departure 26 November 2026.
About This Tour
This Qatar Grand Prix tour gives you the whole Formula 1 weekend in Doha, with a race ticket, a hotel and transfers to the track already arranged. It suits fans who want to enjoy the racing without worrying about getting to and from the circuit.
You arrive on Nov 26 2026 and stay four nights in Doha. On race evenings a chauffeur drives you to Lusail International Circuit and back, for the first practice session, the Sprint Race and qualifying, and the Qatar Grand Prix itself under the floodlights. A General Admission ticket is included, and grandstand seats can be added as an upgrade.
The days are free for Qatar. A guided city tour takes you past the Museum of Islamic Art and the National Museum of Qatar, then to the Mina District, Katara Cultural Village and The Pearl-Qatar. A desert safari crosses the dunes by 4x4 to the Inland Sea, Khor Al Adaid, where the sand meets the water. On race day morning you kayak through the Al Thakira mangroves.
As an F1 Qatar package from the USA, this is a land package, so you book your flights to Doha from your own city. You can choose a 4-star or 5-star hotel, with breakfast each day. Lunches and dinners are open, and travelers with vegetarian or Jain needs can tell us when they inquire. For Indian families and friends who love Formula 1, it is a simple way to see a race weekend abroad.
Highlights
- The Qatar Grand Prix, Lusail
- Sprint Race and qualifying, Lusail
- Desert safari to Inland Sea, Khor Al Adaid
- Kayak the Al Thakira mangroves, Al Thakira
- Doha city tour, Doha
- Circuit transfers each night, Doha
Day by day
Day 1: Welcome to Doha
Doha
Sights: Hamad International Airport, Doha skyline
Your Grand Prix weekend begins as you land at Hamad International Airport, one of the most striking airports in the world. Your private car and English-speaking chauffeur meet you and drive you into Doha. The ride is short, and through the window you catch your first glimpse of the city's skyline of glass towers rising along the bay.
At the hotel you check in and settle into your room. The afternoon is yours to rest after the flight, enjoy the hotel, or take a first walk in the warm November air, which is pleasant at this time of year.
In the evening you can join an optional visit to Souq Waqif, Doha's old marketplace, a maze of lanes full of spice shops, lanterns and cafes, with dinner and a walk through the alleys afterward. Then you return to your hotel for the night.
Hotel: InterContinental The Beach or similar
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Doha city tour and the first F1 practice
Doha, Lusail, Doha
Sights: Museum of Islamic Art, National Museum of Qatar, Mina District, Katara Cultural Village, The Pearl-Qatar, Lusail International Circuit, F1 Practice Session 1
After a buffet breakfast you set out at 9:00 am on a three hour guided tour of Doha. You drive past the Museum of Islamic Art and the National Museum of Qatar, shaped like a desert rose, with stops for photos outside. Next you visit the Mina District, with its pastel buildings, yacht marina and sea breeze.
Then you walk around Katara Cultural Village, a center for art, theater and history with its amphitheater and mosques, and end with a short stop at The Pearl-Qatar, where luxury towers meet the blue water of the Gulf. You are back at your hotel by 12:30 for a rest.
At 4:00 pm your chauffeur drives you to Lusail International Circuit for the opening of the Formula 1 weekend. Practice Session 1 runs from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, as the teams fine-tune their cars and the drivers learn the track. Afterward you return to your hotel.
Hotel: InterContinental The Beach or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Desert safari, Sprint Race and qualifying
Doha, Khor Al Adaid, Lusail, Doha
Sights: Desert safari, dune bashing, Inland Sea Khor Al Adaid, Lusail International Circuit, F1 Sprint Race, F1 qualifying
After breakfast you set off by 4x4 for the desert south of Doha. The drive takes you over Qatar's golden dunes with the thrill of dune bashing, climbing and sliding across the sand.
You reach the Inland Sea, Khor Al Adaid, a UNESCO recognized nature reserve where the desert runs straight into the sea, one of the few places in the world where this happens. If you like, you can add lunch at Sealine Beach Resort, a camel ride or sandboarding at extra cost. Then you return to your hotel to rest before the evening.
At 4:00 pm your chauffeur takes you to Lusail International Circuit for a full evening of racing. The Sprint Race runs from 5:00 to 6:00 pm, a short, fast race with points on the line. Later, from 9:00 to 10:00 pm, the drivers fight for pole position in qualifying under the bright Lusail lights. You return to your hotel late at night.
Hotel: InterContinental The Beach or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Mangrove kayaking and the Qatar Grand Prix
Al Thakira, Doha, Lusail, Doha
Sights: Al Thakira Mangrove Reserve, kayaking, Purple Island, Lusail International Circuit, Qatar Grand Prix
Your race day begins early on the water. You drive north to the Al Thakira Mangrove Reserve and set off by kayak with an English-speaking guide through quiet channels lined with green mangroves. Look out for flamingos, herons and crabs as you paddle.
The route leads toward Purple Island, with calm coastal views and a peaceful natural setting, a lovely contrast to the noise of the track. Afterward you return to your hotel to rest before the main event.
At 5:30 pm your chauffeur picks you up for the grand finale, the Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail International Circuit. The race runs from 7:00 to 9:00 pm under the floodlights, as the best drivers in the world battle lap after lap in one of the most anticipated races of the season. After the checkered flag you return to your hotel for your last night in Doha.
Hotel: InterContinental The Beach or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Farewell to Qatar
Doha
Sights: Hamad International Airport
Your last morning in Doha begins with breakfast at the hotel and time to pack.
After check out, your chauffeur drives you back to Hamad International Airport for your flight home.
You leave with the sound of the engines still in your ears, the lights of Lusail, the dunes of the Inland Sea and the quiet of the mangroves. Safe travels home.
Meals: Breakfast
Where you will stay
Doha (4 nights)
- Shaza Doha or similar, 4 star (Standard). 4-star hotel in Doha
- InterContinental The Beach or similar, 5 star (Comfort). 5-star beach hotel in Doha
- Fairmont Doha or similar, 5 star (Luxury). 5-star hotel in Doha
What is included
Hotels and stays
- 4 nights in Doha in the hotel you choose, twin sharing, with breakfast
- Hotel surcharge for the Formula 1 event dates
Meals
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
Coach and ground transport
- Arrival and departure transfers at Hamad International Airport with an English-speaking chauffeur
- Evening round trip transfers to Lusail International Circuit on days 2, 3 and 4 with an English-speaking chauffeur
Tour manager and guides
- Guided Doha city tour with an English-speaking guide
Sightseeing and entry fees
- General Admission Formula 1 ticket for the Qatar Grand Prix weekend
- Desert safari by 4x4 with safari experts, including the Inland Sea
- Kayaking at Al Thakira Mangrove Reserve with an English-speaking guide
What is not included
Meals
- Lunches and dinners
- Drinks with meals
Flights and visa
- International flights to and from Doha
- Qatar tourist visa fees
Travel insurance
- Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
- Tips for the driver and guides
Personal expenses
- Laundry, telephone, minibar and other hotel extras
- Anything not listed under Inclusions
Optional tours
- Grandstand upgrades, Souq Waqif evening, safari lunch, camel rides and sandboarding
Departures
- 26 November 2026 from Land Package - $1,631 per person
Frequently asked questions
Is the F1 ticket included in the Qatar Grand Prix package?
Yes. A General Admission ticket is included. Grandstand upgrades, including the Turn 3 and Turn 16 stands, the North Grandstand and the Main Grandstand, can be added at booking.
When is the 2026 Qatar Grand Prix tour?
The tour runs from Nov 26 to Nov 30 2026. The Sprint Race and qualifying are on Nov 28 and the Grand Prix is on the evening of Nov 29.
How do I get to Lusail International Circuit?
A chauffeur drives you from your hotel in Doha to the circuit and back on each of the three race evenings. Airport transfers on arrival and departure are included too.
Which hotels can I stay in for the Qatar Grand Prix?
You can choose Shaza Doha, InterContinental The Beach or Fairmont Doha, or a similar hotel. Breakfast is included every morning.
What else is there to do in Doha during the F1 weekend?
The package includes a guided Doha city tour, a desert safari to the Inland Sea and kayaking in the Al Thakira mangroves. An evening at Souq Waqif can be added.
Is this Qatar Grand Prix tour good for Indian and South Asian travelers from the USA?
Yes. Akshar Travels has planned trips for South Asian travelers since 1997 and is based in New Jersey. Only breakfast is included, so please share any vegetarian, Jain or other food needs when you inquire and we will confirm what is possible before you book. You get a race ticket, a chauffeur to the circuit each evening, an English-speaking guide on the city tour and airport transfers.
Need to know
- Meals on arrival and departure days depend on flight times. If your flight lands early in the morning or leaves late in the evening, Akshar Travels will arrange the meals for that day
- If a sight is closed on the day it is scheduled, we will replace it with a comparable sight on the same tour
- Hotel check-in is usually 3:00 pm and check-out is usually 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may carry a charge
- Baggage on domestic and internal flights follows the airline's own policy and weight limits, which are often lower than on your international flight. Please pack to the lowest allowance on your tour. Excess baggage fees are charged by the airline and paid by the guest
- Race session times are set by Formula 1 and can change. Circuit transfers follow the final schedule
- Your race ticket is General Admission. Grandstand upgrades can be added at booking, subject to availability
- F1 ticket prices and availability can change until your booking is confirmed
- Evenings at the circuit run late, with qualifying ending around 10:00 pm on day 3
- Lunch at Sealine Beach Resort, camel rides and sandboarding on the desert safari are optional at extra cost
- An evening at Souq Waqif with dinner on day 1 can be added as an option
- Kayaking needs a basic level of fitness. Please wear clothes that can get wet and bring sun protection
Terms & Conditions
The essentials of booking with Akshar. The full terms apply at checkout
- Prices are per person in US dollars on a twin-sharing basis and can change until your booking is paid in full
- A deposit confirms your seat. The balance is due by the date shown at checkout, before departure
- Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the tour ends. Visas, where needed, are your responsibility. We will guide you
- International airfare is not included unless the package says so
- The itinerary can change because of weather, local conditions or operational reasons. We offer a comparable alternative wherever possible
- Hotels listed are indicative. A property of the same category may be used
- Group departures run with a minimum number of guests. If Akshar cancels a departure you receive a full refund or a free date change
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Guests are responsible for their own health, belongings and conduct on tour
Cancellation policy
- 50 days or more before departure: 30%
- 21 to 49 days before departure: 50%
- 20 days or less before departure: 100%