• Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque - The Grand Mosque is situated on a site covering 416,000 m2 (4,480,000 sq. ft.), with the complex itself spanning 40,000 m2 (430,000 sq. ft.). It was inaugurated by the Sultan of Oman on May 4, 2001. The mosque features five minarets, with the main minaret standing at 90 meters (300 ft.) tall. The prayer hall is a square measuring 74.4 by 74.4 meters (244 by 244 feet) and has a central dome that rises 50 meters (160 ft.) above the floor. The dome is beautifully decorated inside and is a major tourist attraction. The main Musalla (Prayer Room) can accommodate over 6,500 worshippers. The interior’s standout feature is the prayer carpet, which covers the entire floor of the prayer hall. It contains 1,700,000,000 knots, weighs 21 tons, and took four years to complete, incorporating classical Persian Tabriz, Kashan, and Isfahan design traditions with 28 colors in various shades.

• Mutrah Fish Market - Traveling from the Grand Mosque to the fish market, one passes through the ministries and embassies area and along the beautiful beach street. The market is a bustling place where locals buy and sell fresh fish and seafood.

• Mutrah Souq - A short drive from the fish market leads to Mutrah Souq, Oman’s largest traditional market. Dating back 200 years, it is located next to Muscat’s harbor and was a significant trade hub during the age of sail, strategically positioned on the route to India and China. The market’s name, meaning “darkness,” comes from its crowded stalls and lanes where sunlight does not penetrate, requiring lamps for navigation. The market stretches from Al Lawatiya Mosque to Khour Bimba, filled with stores and stalls in narrow lanes. Today, it features winding alleys selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices, frankincense, perfume, silver, Omani sweets (Halwa), and fresh produce.

• Bait Al Zubair - From Mutrah Souq, visitors can explore Bait Al Zubair Museum, which offers a rich display of Omani culture and history, including information about the Royal Family.

• Al Alam Palace - The journey continues to old Muscat to see Al Alam Palace, which has a history of over 200 years. It was built under Imam Sultan bin Ahmed, the 7th direct great-grandfather of Sultan Haitham. The current palace, with its gold and blue facade, was rebuilt as a royal residence in 1972. While the inner grounds are off-limits, the public can stop near the gates to take photographs. The palace is used for official functions and to receive distinguished visitors. The main gates of Al Alam Palace offer a unique experience, with the palace itself being elegantly designed yet humble, unlike the grand structures of other capitals. It features polished marble surfaces, and nearby government buildings are white with crenellated rooftops and traditional Omani wooden balconies, serving primarily as a ceremonial palace.

• Al Jalali Fort - Jalali and Mirani Forts are located in the harbor of old Muscat. Built by the Portuguese under Philip I of Portugal in 1580 on an earlier Omani fortress, they were meant to protect the harbor after Muscat was twice attacked by Ottoman forces. The forts fell to Omani forces in 1650 and were captured twice by Persians during civil wars between 1718 and 1747. They were extensively rebuilt later.

• Royal Opera House - The visit continues to the Royal Opera House. His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, Sultan of Oman, was a great admirer of classical music and arts. In 2001, he commissioned the construction of an opera house, which officially opened on October 12, 2011. The Royal Opera House showcases unique contemporary Omani architecture and can accommodate up to 1,100 people. The complex includes a concert theater, auditorium, formal landscaped gardens, a cultural market with retail, luxury restaurants, and an art center for musical, theatrical, and operatic productions.

• Taxes
• Bait Al Zubair Museum entry fees
• Transportation by Air-Conditioned Vehicle 4WD or Saloon
• Hotels, Port, Airport, Residence pick up & drop off

• Royal Opera House entry fees

Visit the Grand Mosque and marvel at the 21-ton carpet featuring 28 colors, as well as the 14-meter Swarovski Crystal chandelier. Explore the inspiring Royal Opera House and admire Omani architecture. Wander through the Mutrah Fish and Vegetables Market where locals buy and sell fresh seafood. Stroll through the Mutrah Souq and visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum, which showcases Omani civilization, culture, and the history of the Royal Family. Plus, discover many more sights.

Places & Sights you’ll visit:

• Grand Mosque
• Ministries & embassies Area
• Al Qurum Beach
• Muttrah Fish & Vegetables Market
• Mutrah Souq
• Bait Al Zubair Museum
• Al Alam Palace
• Twin Fort of Jalai & Mirani
• Royal Opera House
• Not stroller accessible
• Infant must not sit on laps

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