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Bahrain Fort
Bahrain Fort
Bahrain Fort
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Saar Ancient Settlement

The Dilmun Civilization

By FARHAT TOURS AND TRANSFERS SPC
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is P 9,572 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Dilmun, the name of the prehistoric civilization that once resided in modern day Bahrain, were at the heart of ancient trade routes. Unlike any other experience, this tour will awaken the archeologist within you as you retrace the steps of this archaic civilization and discover their cultures, arts and traditions.

Activity location

  • Bahrain National Museum
    • Al Fatih Highway,
    • Manama, Bahrain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bahrain National Museum
    • Al Fatih Highway,
    • Manama, Bahrain

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The Dilmun Civilization
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
P 9,571.90 x 1 AdultP 9,571.90
Total
Price is P 9,571.90
Until Sun, Nov 24

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll monument fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by private vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks, unless specified

Know before you book

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Bahrain National Museum
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Bahrain National Museum: One of the first museums in the Gulf, the Bahrain National Museum opened in 1988. The site itself, on the edge of the sea, is a tremendous attraction, adding to its contemporary ambience which is influenced by the white travertine façade and dramatic courtyard decorated with contemporary sculptures. Its the place to learn Bahrain's history, culture & traditions.
Qal'at al-Bahrain
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Bahrain Fort: Thought to be once the centre of power for the ancient Dilmun civilisation, Qal'at Al Bahrain (Bahrain Fort) has UNESCO World Heritage status. The Bahrain Fort occupies a strategic military position where the navigation movement could be watched. Excavations have revealed ancient soldier's barracks, horse stables, an ammunition depot, a secret passageway, ceramic utensils and Islamic and Chinese currency coins.
Barbar Temples
  • 20m
Barbar Temple : The Barbar Temples are among the most remarkable architectural survivals of the ancient world without parallel in the region. This archaeological site, located in the North-western village of Barbar in Bahrain, is considered to be part of the Ancient Dilmun culture. The archaeologists found three temples built on top of each other belonging to different eras.
Dilmun Burial Mounds
  • 10m
Burial Mounds: These archaeological mounds are of great historical importance going back to the Dilmun civilization in the third millennium BC. Other archaeological mounds, which go back to the Hellenistic period of Alexander the Great (2500 BC) are also found in various areas in Bahrain. The most imposing mounds are those believed to be the Dilmunite Royal Tombs. These tombs are seen in A'ali close to modern dwellings.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBahrain National Museum
    • Al Fatih Highway,
    • Manama, Bahrain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBahrain National Museum
    • Al Fatih Highway,
    • Manama, Bahrain

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