Top Manama Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 2

Learn about the history and culture of Bahrain on this small-group walking tour in Muharraq. Your guide will tell you stories that you would’t find in guide books, while taking you to traditional old houses and explaining their design and story. Along the way, you’ll also be given some Arabic tea and coffee to try, plus dates, Bahraini samboosa, and more treats.

Discover the highlights of Bahrain with your own private guide on a half-day tour that is ideal for first-time visitors. See landmarks such as Ahmed Al Fateh Grand Mosque, Bahrain National Museum, and take a short walk along Bahrain Bay with view of the Bahrain World Trade Center. Your guide shares commentary about the history, culture, and traditions of Bahrain, and leaves time to browse handmade products at the Capital Mall.

Get a comprehensive tour of Bahrain's major archaeological sites, learning about the ancient Dilmun civilization through guided commentary. With round-trip transportation from Manama, this tour makes it easy to cover a lot of ground in a single day. Highlights include the Saar Burial Complex and Burial Mounds, the Saar Ancient Settlement, the Barbar Temple, and the Bahrain Fort.

As of 2012, “Pearling, Testimony of an Island Economy” has become the second World Heritage Site of the Kingdom of Bahrain as the testimony of its millennia-old pearl collecting tradition and the globally significant single-product island economy and social system it produced. “Pearling, Testimony of an Island Economy” is a serial nomination consisting of 15 property components: three vast oyster beds located in the northern territorial waters of Bahrain, one seashore site at the southern tip of Bahrain’s Muharraq Island, and nine clusters of historic buildings consisting of seventeen architectural structures embedded in the urban fabric of Muharraq city. Taken together, the fifteen individual sites reflect the final expression and last remaining – and thus outstanding – example of a cultural tradition that dominated the Arabian Gulf from prehistory to the early 20th century.

You will be exploring the Pearling Path and transporting back in time.. It is chosen as the Best Walking path in the Middle East. Along the Path, we will be exploring few cultural houses, while of course, enjoying a tasting food tour of about 10 dishes. Each tasting you will have, will be including an amazing story for it.

Tree of Life – Marvel at this resilient tree thriving in the middle of the desert Bahrain Fort – Explore a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in history and culture First Oil Well – Discover the origins of Bahrain’s oil industry Camel Farm – Meet camels up close and learn about their importance in local heritage Bahrain Bay – Enjoy scenic views of Bahrain’s iconic modern skyline

Our fascinating excursion starts from the capital of Bahrain, where we will explore a contrast between the past and present. You can discover several attractions you are looking for. Our special tour is a combination of sightseeing, history, culture and heritage of the kingdom of Bahrain.

The Bahrain History tour offers you an insight into the historical landmarks away from the loud and bustling city. Learn about Bahrain as our tour guide goes in-depth into how the ancients have shaped the present day culture and traditions of the island.

This tour will provide guests with a unique experience of the historic Manama souq and its importance in Bahrain's legacy and history. Guests will be mesmerized with traditional picturesque alleys of the historic souq in its candid nature. I will be explaining the history and the cultural importance of the souq and leading the tour to traditional coffee shop where guests will be delighted with Arabic coffee, and traditional snacks along the way. The tour includes the entrance of 2 cultural houses that have historic importance to the pearling diving history and the national love for Bahrain.

Embark on a culinary voyage through Bahrain, where the rich heritage of Arabian cuisine meets the vibrant flavors of the Gulf. From aromatic rice dishes infused with saffron and cardamom to succulent grilled meats seasoned with Baharat (spice), our food tour promises a tantalizing exploration of the diverse and delicious flavors of Bahraini cuisine. We ensure an unforgettable culinary journey for you with a variety of 10 dishes (or more) from the heart of Manama Suq (Traditional Market), leaving you craving for more with every bite.

Be inspired and thrilled as this tour will take you on a journey to Bahrain Fort, a World UNESCO site, and also get up close and personal with Camels. This tour is a perfect blend of places for any first time visitors to the island.

Oysters opening experience activity. Fishing feeds factory. Fishing cages factory. Traditional lunch.

This half-day tour takes you into the heart of Bahrain’s Manama souq, where you’ll have plenty of chances to bargain, take photos, and feel like a local. You’ll visit spots like the spice market. Little India, Krishna temple, and more- things you may not find on your own. Keep costs down by booking this group tour, and still have a vibrant time in the souq.

One of our sailing instructors will take you on a ride in the high octane SB20 race sailboat. The SB20 is an open keelboat that is designed for racing with a crew of 3 or 4. With a high aspect ratio keel with a very high ballast ratio the yacht is very stable, but also quite fast due to the substantial sail area. You will enjoy the ride whether you are a beginner or have sailing experience.

Discover Bahrain’s natural wonders on this half-day tour from Manama. Look out over the desert from Jabel Al Dukhan mountain, see the miraculous Tree of Life, learn how Bahrain’s oil industry has shaped its desert landscapes and visit the first oil well, then spot cheetah, zebra and hyena in the Al-Areen Wildlife Park.

Check out the best of Riffa on this group tour of southern Bahrain. You’ll visit several sites on this tour, which would be difficult to organize if you were on your own. Your guide and driver will take you to places like the Royal Camel Farm, Bahrain International Circuit, the Oil Museum, and much more on this approximately three-hour tour. Entrance fees are not included at Bahrain International Circuit, so plan accordingly.

Discover the historic and cultural highlights of the capital of Bahrain on a full-day, private tour that’s a fully personalized way to explore Manama, covering more ground than you could with a crowded group tour. You’ll see the Al-Fateh Grand Mosque, the Bahrain National Museum, Bahrain Fort, traditional houses, and much more, pausing for a lunch that’s a great chance to sample local specialties.

Visit places listed by UNESCO as World Heritage sites! During this tour, the local guide who born in the same neighborhood will guide you and discuss the life style, traditional and culture of the old city of Muharraq and the relationship between the locals and the sea/pearls- its more than a tour. Your tour begins with a morning pick-up from your location at a time of your choosing. Set out to take in the highlights of Muharraq the capital of Bahrain until 1921. Visit the old traditional houses and walk in the pearling path : Your private tour is flexible and you can visit the attractions of your choice along the way. Entrance fees are included. Muharraq was the country’s capital in the 19th Century and still has much of the attraction of an old-fashioned traditional Bahraini city, with its charming buildings, narrow streets, and fine historic houses with their traditional Arab-Gulf style of architecture.

Travel south with us into the sacred desert, where many unique secrets await you. Our tour takes you to the base of the awe inspiring Tree of Life. Also, visit the very first animal sanctuary in the Middle East. Besides the natural, also get a chance to see how humans have conquered the desert with the very first Oil well and also the very first International circuit created in the Middle East.

Taste all the flavors of Bahrain on this group foodie tour. Your guide will take you to several parts of the city that you may not find on your own. You’ll try falafel, visit one of Manama’s oldest cafes, learn all about Bahrani food and spice traditions, visit the spice market, try Indian sweets, and more.

Discover Bahrain’s history and cultural heritage on this half-day tour and enjoy the undivided attention of a private guide. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Qal'at Al Bahrain (Bahrain Fort), learn about the ancient Dilmun civilization as you visit the Burial Mounds, and visit the Royal Camel Farm, Bahrain Fort Museum, and the Al Jasra Handicraft Center.

Before Bahrain’s oil boom, pearl divers were a big source of economic prosperity. Get to know more about the pearling lifestyle as you explore the country’s UNSECO-listed Pearling Trail on a private tour. Visit a local souk, see a dhow boat construction yard, the Diver’s House, and more over the course of a few hours. There’s even a chance to shop for this precious “jewel of the sea.”

Bahrain’s historic monuments and remarkable architecture make for some magnificent photo opportunities. On this half-day tour, explore Manama’s most memorable landmarks in the comfort of a private vehicle; stop at the UNESCO listed Bahrain Fort, Ahmed Al Fateh Grand Mosque, and Bahrain World Trade Center; and drive part of the famous King Fahad Causeway.

Cover top historical sites in Bahrain during this half-day, specialty-themed private tour, which retraces the steps of the Dilmun, a prehistoric civilization. Travel along ancient trading routes as you unearth the cultures, arts, and traditions of the millennia-old people. Stops include Dilmun Burial Mounds, the Barbar Temple, Bahrain Fort, and the Bahrain National Museum.