Private Half Day Muscat City Tour Afternoon | La Vacanza Travel

Private Half Day Muscat City Tour Afternoon

Duration: 4 hours
Destination: Oman, Muscat Governorate, Muscat
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  • 4 hours
  • Muscat
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Explore the best of this charming city, one of Arabia's prettiest capitals, and soak in its setting wedged between the Al Hajar Mountains and Gulf of Oman. Visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, shop at Muttrah Souk, explore some famous spots around Muscat.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Royal Opera House, Al Kharijiyah Street, Muscat 113 Oman

Note: (Opera house is closed every Friday)
It will be a photo stop outside only
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.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Al Alam Palace, Waterfront Oman

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 sultanic 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.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Al Jalali Fort, Oman

Al Jalali Fort, or Ash Sharqiya 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.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mirani Fort, Qasr Al Alam Street Old Muscat Oman

Fort Al-Mirani is a fort, originally built by the Portuguese, in the harbour of the city of Old Muscat, Oman.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mutrah Fort, Al Bahri Road, Muscat 113 Oman

Muttrah Fort is a historic fort in wilayat Muttrah in Muscat. The fort sits on a dominating position on the hills overlooking the natural harbor of Muttrah, which would have made it quite an impregnable position to defend Muttrah from attacks while also allowing observation of the surrounding territory from its watchtowers.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mutrah Souq, Mutrah Market Near Mutrah Corniche, Muscat Oman

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

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Sultan Qaboos St, Muscat 113 Oman

The Grand Mosque it will be a PHOTO STOP ONLY from outside, one of the largest mosques in the
world.



Duration: 15 minutes

Inclusions
  • Bottled water
  • Transportation Salon or 4WD Comfortable
  • Omani Tour Guide English & Arabic Speaking
  • Pick up and Drop off anywhere in Muscat area
  • Fuel

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Entrance Fees
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Star Tours Oman, 18th November St, Muscat, Oman
Traveler pickup is offered
We use signing board with the name of our clients

Airports

  • Seeb Airport, Oman


Ports

  • Port Services Corporation, JHF5+R99, Muscat, Oman


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 hours


User's Reviews

Rkuruba

23 Mar, 2024

Amazing experience visiting Muscat during a 7hr layover. Syed from Star Tours Oman was very detailed, punctual and went extra mile every way. I will certainly come back for more exploration.

faten_a

01 Mar, 2024

I enjoyed the half day privet tour with Waleed! I’ll recommend it to anyone traveling solo and would like to enjoy Muscat authentic vibes

Cruiser18262130207

28 Feb, 2024

It was a great experience! I would recommend to anyone who would like to experience the essence of Muscat with Omani eyes! I visited Sulatn Haitham and Sultan Qaboos place! The mountain, the castles the mangrove beach and traditional market.

Ellice_W

20 Feb, 2024

Great time will recommend to all. Thanks the tour guide was great!!!!!!!!!!! Every and anyone should consider.

Msimoes29

19 Feb, 2024

Waleed was top, guided us to the best spots in town. City in amazing and he could see it in the afternoon and night Recommended

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