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Discover the city of Salalah on a half-day tour. Visit the Great Mosque, the Sultan's palace, and the Balid Museum. Stroll through bazaars, gold and silver markets, and traditional souks.

Highlights

• Explore the city of Salalah, the most important city in the Dhofar Governorate
• Visit the Great Mosque and admire its minarets and the Sultan's palace
• Learn about the history of the Sultanate of Oman at the Balid Museum
• Admire the cranes and herons at the lagoon next to the Balid Museum
• Stroll through the bazaars, gold and silver markets, and traditional souks

Description

Enjoy a journey through the old and modern cultural treasures of Oman’s Dhofar region and its capital, Salalah. We begin with a full visit to the Sultan Qaboos Mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. From there, we drive through the lush plantations of coconut, banana, and papaya. Guests will have the chance to enjoy fresh coconut water and taste the famous sugar bananas of Salalah. Our next stop is the Al Baleed Museum, where you will be introduced to the rich history and culture of Dhofar. Continuing to Al Hafa, admire the traditional Dhofari houses with their carved wooden doors and caravan-style windows. Walking past the Old Sultan’s Palace (Al Husn), we arrive at the Old Souk, a vibrant marketplace offering frankincense, traditional clothing, crafts, and natural cosmetics. The tour concludes with a photo stop at Al Hafa Beach, one of Oman’s most picturesque beaches, lined with coconut palms and white sandy shores, before returning to your hotel.

Includes

Visit Sultan Qaboos Mosque with Local Experienced Tour Guide will give you all information's about Local Traditions and Religion Visit Sultan Qaboos Palace from outside for Photo Stop then drive to Al hosn Market ( Al Hosn Souq ) , the Oldest Local market for all Types of Frankincense and Local Handmade Gifts Enjoy the Experience of Visiting Salalah Museum ( the land of Frankincense ) the tour Guide will Let you go Deep in Oman History and the Difference between Old and Modern Oman at the End Enjoy Free Coconut Drink in Salalah Fruit Market

Important Information

• Please note that During your Visit to Sultan Qaboos Mosque , please Bring an Scarf for ladies with Long Sleeves Shirts and Pants , not allowed without Full Covered Clothes for Ladies and Men Women are required to wear long sleeves and a long skirt or trousers for mosque entry Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund