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Explore Muscat on a 4.5-hour tour of the traditional markets and city landmarks, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Opera House, Souq Muttrah, and Al Alam Place. Learn about the history & modern city

Highlights

• Discover the ancient and modern-day culture of Muscat
• Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, closed at 11 AM
• Visit the Muttrah Souq one of the oldest marketplaces in Oman
• Bait Al Zubair Museum

Description

We will take you through the gorgeous city of Muscat where we will first visit the grand mosque is one of the biggest 1-piece handmade Iranian carpet in the world and can comfortably accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers, open (8am to 11am) except Friday. Then drive you around the ministries and the Royal Opera House area which is leading arts, and culture organization in the Oman. The vision of the Opera House is to serve as a center of excellence in global cultural engagement. Then visit Qurum Beach Photo Stop and we will take you to have a taste the Omani bread with honey and karak tea. Muttrah Souq is next, where you can find various souvenirs and Muttrah Souq one of the oldest marketplaces in Oman, after we will show you the Al Alam palace, the official palace of his majesty. If you want Learn more about the history of Oman at the Bait Al Zubair Museum. Next visit the 2 Portuguese forts of Al Jalali and Al Mirani photo stop are next on the itinerary. To top off the experience, enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at a local restaurant — included in the price — depending on the tour schedule.

Includes

Pickup and drop-off from hotel, airport, and port or anywhere in Muscat Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle Local guide Water and tea (karak) Free entry to Muttrah Souq (Old Market) Entry to Alalam Palace Flexibility in stopping Free lunch or dinner

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund