Private Muscat City Highlights Tour
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$70
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Private Muscat City Highlights Tour From the comfort of a deluxe vehicle, tour the beautiful city of Muscat. See the very best this ancient and modern area has to offer. From the aesthetically pleasing backdrop of the nearby mountains to the bustling fish market, all your senses will be delighted. Enjoy Islamic architecture, historic museum exhibits, and endless photo opportunities during your half-day journey. Start your excursion with a drive to the Grand Mosque, an architectural masterpiece. This world-famous mosque is considered one of the most popular attractions in Muscat due to its historic value and impressive design. After visiting the Grand Mosque, your friendly guide will drive you through the ministries area, where modern buildings with hints of Islamic architecture combine to reflect the complex heritage of Muscat. At the bustling fish market, you'll get to experience the sights, sounds, and smells of Muscat. As you make your way to the ever-popular Muttrah souk, the exotic smells of spices, perfumes, and coffees fill the air. This grand outdoor market offers crafts, produce, and jewelry, making the souk an ideal place to pick up souvenirs. Finally, enjoy an educational exhibit at the Bait Al Zubair Museum and take in the history and culture of Oman. A final stop at the Al Alam Palace, where the Sultan Qaboos officially resides, will offer a photo opportunity. Take pictures of the palace and the intriguing Portuguese forts, known as Mirani and Jalai, before heading back to your starting point. Please Note: Vehicles available for this tour accommodate groups of up to 5 guests maximum. Groups with more than 5 guests will need to book multiple vehicles. Please consider this information when booking. During the Holy Month of Ramadan and the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, there will be no entertainment, no belly dancing, and alcohol will not be served.
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The town has changed in recent times, but a glimpse of Muscat's past shows in the old houses lining the Mutrah corniche above the harbor, and in the traditional market souks. See the Sultan's Palace, the National Museum and perhaps indulge in Amonage or Ubar perfumes produced here -- The world's most expensive.
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Comfortable lightweight summer clothing and walking shoes are suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunlasses are advised, and photo-chromatic lenses for those who wear spectacles. Hats and some protection for the head are advisable when in direct sunlight. The United Arab Emirates has conservative dress traditions. Swimwear must be confined to the beach and hotel pools. Men and women should ensure shoulders and knees are covered when in public, especially in souks, shops, malls, and villages. If you plan on visiting a mosque, please wear loose long trousers or long skirts and long sleeves. Shorts, and tight or transparent clothing is not permitted. Women must cover their head with a scarf.
240 minutes