Half day tour Splendours of the East :Salalah Tours

5.0 (2 reviews) Salalah, Oman
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Duration3h - 5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Drive towards east. On the way to Taqa, you will pass by the Royal Farm and Marmura House.
To the East of Taqa lies the ruin of Sumhurum (Khor Rori), The city was the easternmost outpost of the Hadramawt Kingdom on the ancient incense route between the Mediterranean Sea, Persian Gulf and India. Khor Rori was an important port on the coast of Dhofar, and one of the major trading cities with frankincense, believed to have been the hub & harbour for the shipping of Frankincense (UNESCO World Heritage site) this place is believed to be the palace of the famous Queen sheba.

A drive along the coastal road leads you to Mirbat the old city of Arabian horses and Slave trade. Now you will have a photo stop at Bin Ali tomb (dates back to the 14th century), passing by Mirbat Castle and the Old Merchant Houses, then heading to Salalah, . The last stop will be at natural spring of Ain Razat "a beautiful park surrounded by hills" located At the foot of the Qara mountains.

What's included

  • Private tour
  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Driver/guide
  • Local taxes
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. 1h
    this is one of the rich tours among Oman Day Tours .Visit Oman ,Drive towards east. On the way to Taqa, you will pass by the Royal Farm and Marmura House. Taqa village is known for Dried Sardines, traditional & old Dhofari Houses.
  2. Taqah Castle
    30m · Admission ticket included
    A very interesting castle can be seen here in this spot ,which was the formal official residence of the Governor of taga village long time ago & obtain a glimpse into the rich history of this area.
  3. Sumhuram Old City
    1m · Admission ticket included
    To the East of Taqa lies the ruin of Sumhurum (Khor Rori), The city was the easternmost outpost of the Hadramawt Kingdom on the ancient incense route between the Mediterranean Sea, Persian Gulf and India. Khor Rori was an important port on the coast of Dhofar, and one of the major trading cities with frankincense, believed to have been the hub & harbour for the shipping of Frankincense (UNESCO World Heritage site) this place is believed to be the palace of the famous Queen sheba.
  4. Mirbat
    1h
    A drive along the coastal road leads you to Mirbat the old city of Arabian horses and Slave trade.
  5. Bin Ali Tomb
    Pass by
    Now you will have a photo stop at Bin Ali tomb (dates back to the 14th century),
  6. Mirbat Castle
    Pass by
    passing by Mirbat Castle and the Old Merchant Houses,
  7. 30m
    The last stop will be at natural spring of Ain Razat "a beautiful park surrounded by hills" located At the foot of the Qara mountains.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

As it is Private trip , Pick up time flexible .
Recommended pick up time before 9:00 AM
You will receive your pick up time after Confirmation
Pick up from Any location inside Salalah or Salalah Airport or Salalah Harbor ( shore excursions passengers )

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide with Extra charge
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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