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Explore the city of Muscat on a guided tour. Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Al-Qurm beach, and the Muttrah Souq.

Highlights

• Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world
• Explore the Royal Opera House, one of the largest opera houses in the Middle East
• Enjoy a cup of Omani tea with Omani bread at a local cafe
• Shop for handicrafts and souvenirs at the traditional Muttrah Souq

Description

Start your day with a pick-up from your hotel in Muscat, the Muscat Airport, or the Sultan Qaboos Port in Muttrah. The first stop on the visit will be the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, which is one of the largest mosques in the Sultanate of Oman. More than 20,000 worshipers can pray inside, and it also contains one of the largest carpets and chandeliers in the world. (Visit the mosque from inside only in the morning) After that, have Omani bread with Karak tea in one of the local cafes. Then visit the Royal Opera House, one of the largest opera houses in the Middle East, which includes a market, restaurants, and the opera building. Next, visit the charming Al-Qurm beach. Al-Qurm means mangrove trees, where the mountain rocks meet the salty sea water, creating this unique view. After finishing the visit to the beach, visit the fish and vegetable market in Muttrah city, as it contains many types of fish, tuna, and mullet. Then head to visit the traditional Muttrah Souq, where you can shop and buy some handicrafts and souvenirs, and also eat Omani sweets (halwaa). Visit Al Alam Palace in the old city of Muscat. Then visit the Al Jalal and Al Mirani Forts, which were built by the Portuguese between the 16th and 17th centuries. Take a souvenir photo and return to the hotel.

Includes

Licensed English speaking tour guide Transfer from and to the hotel Modern Car Water bottle Snacks

Important Information

• The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque visit requires modest dress: long trousers for men, and a headscarf and long sleeves for women. Muttrah Souq is a great place to buy traditional Omani handicrafts and souvenirs.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund