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Muscat Highlights: Half Day City Sightseeing
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From $178.28 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
The city tour begins with a visit to the beautiful Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. This is one of the largest mosques in the Middle East, and the only mosque open to non-Muslims and expatriates in Oman. Later we drive along the picturesque Muttrah Corniche and visit Muttrah Souq which retains the chaotic interest of a traditional Arab market albeit housed under modern timber roofing. You will stroll through the Souq, where you will have the chance to buy Omani specialties like Frankincense, and Omani daggers. You can also try your hand at bargaining for beautiful silver handicrafts and scarves. Your guide will be on hand to help you reach the best price. You will also be able to enjoy a moment along the corniche admiring the various cruise ships on the water at Mina Al Sultan Qaboos Port. You will then visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum. The Museum tour will provide you with a wealth of information about the country’s structure, tradition, and heritage. Then it will be time to have a photo stop at the official residence of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said, The Al Alam Palace, which is flanked by the 16th-century Portuguese forts of Mirani and Jalali. From the Palace, you will travel through the old town, where you will pass some of the original houses. This tour ends when your guide drops you at your hotel/Airport.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Visit one of the largest mosques in the Middle East, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
- Stop at the traditional Arab market, Muttrah Souq
- Get the chance to bargain for silver handicrafts and scarves
- Enjoy a moment along the corniche admiring the various cruise ships
- Visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum, learn about the country´s structure and traditions
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Muscat
City/Town Tour.
Continued
Muscat
Sightseeing at Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Continued
Muscat
Local Flavor.
Continued
Muscat
Sightseeing at Port Sultan Qaboos.
Continued
Muscat
Local Flavor at Bait Al Zubair.
Continued
Muscat
Sightseeing at Al Alam Palace.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Private transportation and tour fee for the vehicle Services of an english speaking tour guide throughout the trip Entrance fees for different destinations as per the program Daily bottled mineral water on board Pick up and drop off, before and after the tour
Not Included
Any item of a personal nature Lunch (Pay as you eat) Tips Anything else other than the itinerary
What to Bring
Wear comfortable shoes and clothing Camera and other items you may need
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up from your hotel at 8:30 in Muscat, let us know the details at the time of booking. For cruise passengers: The standard pick-up point is at the Main Gate of the port. Guests will need to take the shuttle bus from the cruise terminal to the main gate (approximately 600–700 meters). We can also arrange pick-up directly from inside the port at the cruise terminal with a supplement cost that can be selected during booking.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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