Discover the premier attractions of this enticing city, known as one of the most beautiful capitals in Arabia, nestled between the Al Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman. Sightsee the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, indulge in shopping at Muttrah Souk, and venture around renowned places in Muscat.
Discover the premier attractions of this enticing city, known as one of the most beautiful capitals in Arabia, nestled between the Al Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman. Sightsee the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, indulge in shopping at Muttrah Souk, and venture around renowned places in Muscat.
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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque -
(If starting at 12:00 Noon on a Friday, it will be a photo stop only due to prayer time.)
Explore the beautiful city of Muscat, beginning with a visit to the grand mosque for a photo opportunity. This mosque features one of the largest single-piece handmade Iranian carpets in the world, weighing an impressive 21 tons…
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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque -
(If starting at 12:00 Noon on a Friday, it will be a photo stop only due to prayer time.)
Explore the beautiful city of Muscat, beginning with a visit to the grand mosque for a photo opportunity. This mosque features one of the largest single-piece handmade Iranian carpets in the world, weighing an impressive 21 tons and accommodating up to 20,000 worshippers.
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is closed on Fridays for prayer, allowing only outside photo stops.
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Royal Opera House -
(Closed on Fridays and public holidays, photo stop only.)
Tour the ministries and the Royal Opera House area, a leading arts and culture institution in Oman. The Opera House aims to be a center of excellence in global cultural engagement.
The Royal Opera House is closed on Fridays, allowing only outside photo stops.
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Al Alam Palace -
The Al Alam Palace, or “Palace of the Flag,” is located in Old Muscat, Oman. It served as a ceremonial palace for Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said. As one of the six residences of the Sultan, it boasts a history of over 200 years, constructed under Imam Sultan bin Ahmed, the 7th direct ancestor of Sultan Qaboos. -
Al Jalali Fort -
Photo stop only.
Al Jalali Fort, also known as Ash Sharqiyah Fort, is situated in the harbor of Old Muscat, Oman. Built by the Portuguese under Philip I of Portugal in the 1580s, it was designed to protect the harbor after Ottoman forces attacked Muscat twice. It was captured by Omani forces in 1650 and later by Persians during civil wars between 1718 and 1747. The fort underwent extensive rebuilding.
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Muscat Governorate -
Al Mirani Fort photo stop only.
Fort Al-Mirani, originally constructed by the Portuguese, is located in the harbor of Old Muscat, Oman.
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Mutrah Souq -
Next, visit Muttrah Souk, where a variety of souvenirs can be found. Muttrah Souk is one of the oldest marketplaces in Oman, with a history spanning two hundred years.
- Hotel/Airport/Port pick up and drop off in Muscat area
- English & Arabic speaking Omani tour guide
- Bottled water provided
- Comfortable 4X4 or salon vehicle
- Hotel/Airport/Port pick up and drop off in Muscat area
- English & Arabic speaking Omani tour guide
- Bottled water provided
- Comfortable 4X4 or salon vehicle
- Opera Ticket - 3.150 OMR / Per Person
- Opera Ticket - 3.150 OMR / Per Person
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
