Itinerary
- Sultan Qaboos: Grand Mosque
(if you will start at 12:00 Noon and Friday for prayer time, it will be photo only.)
We will take you through the gorgeous city of Muscat where we will first visit the grand mosque for photo stop which, among a couple others, is one of the biggest 1-piece handmade Iranian carpet in the world. The carpet weighs a whopping 21 tons and can comfortably accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is Closed If Friday (For Friday Prayer) Just only Outside for Photo Stop. - Royal Opera House: Royal Opera
(is closed at Friday and if Public Holiday, it will be only photo stop.)
We will drive you around the ministries and the Royal Opera House area which is leading arts, and culture organization in the Sultanate of Oman. The vision of the Opera House is to serve as a center of excellence in global cultural engagement
Royal Opera House is Closed If Friday - Just Outside for Photo Stop Only. - Al Alam Palace: The Al Alam Palace "Palace of the Flag" is a palace located in Old Muscat, Oman. It was used as a ceremonial palace by Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said. One of six sultan residences of the monarch, has a history of over 200 years, and was built under the watch of Imam Sultan bin Ahmed, the 7th direct grandfather of Sultan Qaboos.
- Al Jalali Fort: Al Jalali Fort Photo Stop only.
Al Jalali Fort, or Ash Sharqiyah Fort, is a fort in the harbor of Old Muscat, Oman. The fort was built by the Portuguese under Philip I of Portugal in the 1580s to protect the harbor after Muscat had twice been sacked by Ottoman forces. It fell to Omani forces in 1650. During the civil wars between 1718 and 1747, the fort was twice captured by Persians who had been invited to assist one of the rival Imams. The fort was extensively rebuilt later. - Muscat Governorate: Al Mirani Fort Photo stop only.
Fort Al-Mirani is a fort, originally built by the Portuguese, in the harbour of the city of Old Muscat, Oman. - Mutrah Souq: Muttrah Souk is next, where you can find various souvenirs and Muttrah Souk one of the oldest marketplaces in Oman dating back two hundred years
Includes
- Water
- Transportation: 4X4 Vehicle or Salon Vehicle
- Pick up and Drop off Hotel/Airport/Port (Muscat Area)
- Omani Tour Guide English & Arabic Speaking
- Opera Ticket - 3.150 OMR / Per Person
Details
Discover the Charm of Muscat, Oman’s Coastal Jewel.
Experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity in Muscat, a city where grand mosques, bustling souk, and serene beaches meet the dramatic backdrop of the Al Hajar Mountains. From the glittering Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque to the vibrant Muttrah Corniche, every corner of Muscat offers a story waiting to be explored.
Experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity in Muscat, a city where grand mosques, bustling souk, and serene beaches meet the dramatic backdrop of the Al Hajar Mountains. From the glittering Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque to the vibrant Muttrah Corniche, every corner of Muscat offers a story waiting to be explored.
Know Before You Go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
