Muscat City Sightseeing Tour - A Fascinating Capital

4.4 (51 reviews) Muscat, Oman
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 4 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

You will be met by our guide at the hotel for a half day tour of Muscat City. The tour begins with a visit to the beautiful Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the Middle East. Visit the Bait Zubair Museum, exhibiting the wealth of Oman’s Cultural history and thus imparting knowledge about the country’s rich culture and traditions to the visitor. Later you drive along the picturesque Corniche to the once walled district of Old Muscat. You will have photo stops at the residence of his Majesty Sultan Qaboos, the Al Alam Palace, which is flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts Mirani and Jalali. You will be strolling through Muttrah Souq, where you will be bargaining for handicrafts and silver items.

What's included

  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Private 04 hours tour with Professional English speaking guide
  • Transport by Luxury air-conditioned coach or mini-bus
  • Visit Bait Al Zubair Museum and photo stop at Al Alam Palace.
  • Visit the old town of Muscat, shop at Traditional Souq
  • Optional gratuities
  • Food and drink, unless specified

What to expect

  1. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
    5m
    You will be met by our guide at the hotel for a half day tour of Muscat City. The tour begins with a visit to the beautiful Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the Middle East. Visit the Bait Zubair Museum, exhibiting the wealth of Oman’s Cultural history and thus imparting knowledge about the country’s rich culture and traditions to the visitor. Later you drive along the picturesque Corniche to the once walled district of Old Muscat. You will have photo stops at the residence of his Majesty Sultan Qaboos, the Al Alam Palace, which is flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts Mirani and Jalali. You will be strolling through Muttrah Souq, where you will be bargaining for handicrafts and silver items.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

• Your centrally located Muscat Hotels and Muscat Cruise Terminal.
• For guests staying in any Private Residence or Villa in Muscat , the pick-up can be arranged(Location link mandatory).
• Pick-up service from others locations ( which is not in the City limit) are available only at the additional cost upon request based on your location.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code: A dress code is applicable to visit Grand Mosque. Ladies should wear full sleeves shirt & head should be covered with scarf. Men can wear half sleeve shirt. And both Ladies & Men should wear full pants (not allowed to wear shorts).
  • What to Bring: Sunscreen, Steady shoes, Hat Please pay attention to the local customs when taking photographs
  • What to Wear: Please ensure you dress respectfully. Knees and shoulders should be covered at all times. Please pay attention to the specified dress code by visiting Sultan Qaboos Mosque from inside.

Cancellation policy

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

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