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Explore Muscat with a local guide in traditional markets such as Muttrah Souq and visit places such as Sultan Qaboos Mosque, and learn about the city's history…

Highlights

• A unique experience in Muscat with a local guide
• You will learn a lot about the history and traditions of the city
• Try the local Karak tea and local food
• Take a scenic drive through the otherworldly landscapes of Oman
• Stop at a local coffee shop to try an energizing Omani tea

Description

This tour is a unique experience because it allows you to discover Muscat with a local tour guide. The tour guide will pick you up from your accommodation and then we will take you through the gorgeous city of Muscat where we will first visit the grand mosque 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 You will stay there for 45 minutes to enjoy the beauty of the mosque and the decorations Then 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 centre of excellence in global cultural , Then you will head to the traditional Muttrah Souq to learn more about the history of Oman and its traditional industries, and you will go to the Muttrah Corniche, which used to connect African and Asian traders to exchange goods and commodities via ships, Learn more about the history of Oman Take a souvenir photo at the magnificent Al Alam Palace, flanked by the twin Portuguese forts of Mirani and Jalali. And you will try the local Karak tea on your way back

Includes

Hotel Pick up and drop off within Muscat Transfer by Driver/guide beverages and water

Important Information

• Women must cover their head with a scarf and must not wear shorts, beachwear or sleeveless outfits to enter the mosque. Men should wear long trousers The mosque is open every day of the week from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, except on Friday when it is closed for prayer.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund