Al Muharraq Pearling Path Private Tour

Tour Al Muharraq and its famous pearl route with this tour from Manama. You'll see the most important places in a business that is fundamental to Bahrain's economy.

Al Muharraq Pearling Path Private Tour

We'll pick you up at your hotel in Manama at 9 am and drive to Al Muharraq, the ancient capital of Bahrain. There we'll follow the famous Pearling Path to visit significant buildings pertinent to this industry.

First, we'll visit the oldest dhow workshop in the country to learn how these traditional Arab sailing boats are constructed and their current uses, particularly in pearl hunting.

Next is the Al Qaisariya Market, which has over 100 years of history. Here, we will explore various stalls and learn about its importance in Bahrain's economic development.

We will also visit the Bin Matar House, a museum dedicated to a notable merchant in the pearling industry, and discover this family's contributions to the Gulf region during the 19th and 20th centuries.

Finally, we will go to the Al-Ghus House, which belonged to a prominent diver in the country. The guide will share insights about this individual, the first to encounter pearls.

The tour concludes with our return to Manama four hours later.