Enhance your next holiday with a Qatar Stopover Experience. Enjoy two holidays in one with exclusive Qatar Airways Stopover packages, offering luxurious 4 or 5-star hotel stays starting from $14 per night. Discover the highlights of Qatar that are within easy reach while on your stopover.
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Your gateway to the world
Doha is a key hub to 170 destinations, making it an ideal stopover on your long-haul journey to your favourite cities worldwide. Book The World's Best Value Stopover with Qatar Airways and choose from these four great-value packages.
1-3 nights
Luxury Stopover
The ultimate upgrade to your stopover, start your holiday at one of Qatar’s iconic 5-star luxury hotels, including breakfast.
1-3 nights
Premium Beach Stopover
Upgrade your stay with a 5-star hotel experience and access to the prestigious Doha Sands Beach Club.
1-3 nights
Premium Stopover
Book a luxury stopover at your choice of 5-star hotel and get ready to fall for Qatar’s many charms.
1-3 nights
Standard Stopover
Enjoy a deluxe overnight stay in a 4-star hotel and time to explore Doha’s many wonders.
- The World's Best Value Stopover
- Luxury Stopover
- Premium Beach Stopover
- Premium Stopover
- Standard Stopover
Travel plans tailored to your interest
Stopover for up to 4 nights and make the most of your time in Qatar, full of diverse offerings and easy accessibility. Our ready-made travel plans will take you on thrilling adventures, explore charming neighbourhoods and uncover cultural gems.
Adventure & sports
Explore sports and activities in the desert, ocean and sky.
Beach holiday
Discover the best beaches, islands, water parks and luxury resorts.
Arts & culture
Fascinating art and a rich history that will fill you with wonder.
Romantic getaway
Fall in love with hand-picked ideas that spark romance.
Spa & wellness
Unwind at a luxury spa and connect with nature on a desert retreat.
Shopping
Take indulgence to new heights with these gourmet experiences.
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4 reasons to experience a Qatar Stopover
See why Qatar is one of the world’s top stopover destinations.
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Qatar's proximity & diversity
Pack your stopover with endless things to do - all within easy reach.
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Hotel stays from $14pp
Indulge in luxurious 4 or 5 star hotel stays
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Visa-free entry
Visa-free travel for 102 countries.
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170+ stopover connections
Doha, a global transit hub, connects to 170+ destinations seamlessly.
Visa-free travel for 102 countries
Enter visa-free
Enter visa-free as GCC citizen.
Visa required
Apply for an A2 Entry Visa on the Hayya portal.
Visa on Arrival, Discover Qatar Hotel reservation required
Book your (visa-on-arrival eligible) hotel stay on Discover Qatar before you travel; and pay your Visa fee (QAR 100) at the airport. Or apply online in advance for Hayya A2 visa.
Visa on arrival
Get your visa on arrival for a fee (QAR 100) at the airport.Alternatively, apply for your Hayya visa online – choose A2 visa.
Visa on arrival, Discover Qatar Hotel reservation required
Book your Discover Qatar accommodation before travel to get your visa on arrival, alternatively, you can apply online for a Hayya A2 Entry Visa in advance.
Enter visa-free
The visitor's passport must be valid for at least three months from the date of arrival in Qatar and must hold a confirmed hotel booking on arrival.
Visa required
Apply for an A3 Entry Visa on the Hayya portal.
Visa on Arrival, Discover Qatar Hotel reservation required
Book your (visa-on-arrival eligible) hotel stay on Discover Qatar before you travel; and pay your Visa fee (QAR 100) at the airport. Or apply online in advance for Hayya A3 visa.
Visa on arrival
Get your visa on arrival for a fee (QAR 100) at the airport.
Alternatively, apply for your Hayya visa online – choose A3 visa.
Visa on arrival, Discover Qatar Hotel reservation required
Book your Discover Qatar accommodation before travel to get your visa on arrival, alternatively, you can apply online for a Hayya A3 Entry Visa in advance..
Visa on arrival
Confirmed round ticket is required.
The visitor's passport must be valid for at least three months from the date of arrival in Qatar.
Effective October 1, 2024, US citizens will be granted 90-days visa-free travel to the State of Qatar. A fee of USD 21 will be levied.
Visa required
Apply for an A1 Entry Visa on the Hayya portal. You will also require a Discover Qatar hotel reservation during the application process.
Once your visa is approved you will be asked to pay the visa fee.
Visa on arrival
Get your visa on arrival for a fee (QAR 100) at the airport. Alternatively, apply for your Hayya visa online – choose A1 visa.
Visa on Arrival, Discover Qatar Hotel reservation required
Book your (visa-on-arrival eligible) hotel stay on Discover Qatar before you travel; and pay your Visa fee (QAR 100) at the airport. Or apply online in advance for Hayya A1 visa.
Enter visa-free or get easy access with Hayya
Enter visa-free OR apply now for a Hayya A1 Entry Visa.
The visitor's passport must be valid for at least three months from the date of arrival in Qatar.
Book Discover Qatar accommodation before you travel to get your Entry Visa on arrival.
Book your Visa on Arrival hotel on the Discover Qatar website before you travel.
Then, you can either get your Entry Visa at the airport OR apply now for a Hayya A1 Entry Visa and skip the paperwork when you land.
Not listed? Read more about our easy e-visas.
Get your pocket travel companion
The Visit Qatar app is your ultimate stopover companion. With interactive maps and helpful travel features, it’s designed to guide you through the highlights of Qatar with ease.
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Plan your perfect stopover and make every moment count.
Things to know before travelling
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Visas
Want to travel visa-free? Check if you qualify here.
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Getting here
Planning your trip to Qatar? Check how to get here.
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Travel tips
Make the most of your visit with our handy travel guide.
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Getting around
From a dhow boat to our world-class metro, here’s how to easily explore Qatar.
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