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Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer

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Muscat, Oman
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4 to 5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

A sightseeing tour around Muscat, the capital of Oman, is a great chance to soak up the Arabic atmosphere and explore the city where the ancient architecture and monuments are combined with the modern life.

*Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

Sultan Quboos mosque dress code and behaviour
No smoking, eating, or drinking inside the mosque area.
Dress code for men is long-sleeve shirts, long trousers, no shorts. ...
Dress code for women is long trousers or skirts, long-sleeve shirts or tops, nothing tight, headscarf (important).

*Royal Opera House (group opera tour)

*Muttrah Souq

*Al Alam Palace

*Bait Al Zubair museum

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Bait Al Zubair
  • Royal Opera House
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Meeting and Pickup

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Our pick-up service begins 30 to 60 minutes before the tour start time. Please be ready in your hotel lobby or designated pick-up location during this window. Look for a vehicle with our company logo and a friendly driver who will confirm your booking details. We will send your exact pick-up time via WhatsApp, so please ensure the phone number you provided during booking is correct and active. If you have any concerns or special instructions, feel free to contact us in advance.

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Sultan Qaboos Street
Muscat, Oman

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

The first sight on the tour is Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque which is truly a masterpiece of the world architecture. It took 6 years to erect it and in 2001 it was successfully opened. This mosque is a traditional light Islamic building made from sandstone and marble. It has got 5 minarets – one main and 4 side minarets which create a special distinctive look. The internal design is rich in mosaics, huge handmade Persian carpets and chandeliers decorated with crystals.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Royal Opera House

The pearl of the Oman musical and stage art.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Mutrah Souq

That’s an ideal place if you want to have a look at the ordinary life of Oman. Just go along the rows, look for the items, bargain and have fun as here you can find everything starting from spices finishing traditional rugs, vases or just souvenirs.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Al Alam Palace

Residence of Sultan Qaboos. From both sides the forts surround the palace, so you’ll likely enjoy the magnificent scenery. Located in the center of the city, it always attracts a lot of visitors and, although, people are not allowed to go in, they can easily go around and take cool photos.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bait Al Zubair

The museum has an extensive collection of ancient weapons, including khanjar, household equipments, and costumes (most of which derive from the owner's private collection). Outside the museum is a full-scale Omani village and souk.[2]
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is required to enter the Mosque.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+04). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Bait Al Zubair
  • Royal Opera House

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • dress code is required to enter the Mosque.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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