What to do and see in Salalah, Dhofar Governorate: The Best City Tours

Visit the Al Baleed museum of the Frankincense land. Opened in July 2007 at Al Balid Archaeological Park it is a large archaeological site that you can stoll through among Salalah Tours when you visit oman , and the museum hosts an impressive collection about the archaeological and maritime history of Oman . Then visit the ancient city of Zufar, the ruins of Al Balid, describing it as a beautiful, large and noble city .Proceed to Sultan Qaboos Mosque,the largest mosque in Salalah with capacity of more than 5000 prayer can pray their,in the way to the mosque you can enjoy the green planation of Salalah .Then proceed to Haffah souk which is very attractive with its small shops lined up with straight piles of incense boxes, clay incense burners colorfully decorated with traditional patterns and bags of incense crystals. Walking past the Sultan residential palace Al Husn, reaches to the Old Souk where Frankincense, Dhofari traditional clothes and cosmetics are available.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Salalah East & West Combination Pick up : From Any place in Salalah Duration : 8 Hr Rate Includes 1- Transportation A/C vehicles as mentioned in the itinerary 2- English speaking driver / guide 3- Soft drinks and mineral water during the excursion.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Discover the breathtaking scenery and amazing climate of Al Mughsail Beach and the coastline of Salalah with a local guide. Get panoramic views of the sea and mountains.  This tour is perfect for shore excursion customers in port for the day on a cruise or we can pick up from your hotel in Salalah.

Inclusions: A vehicle as per group size, English speaking Guide, Mineral water during tour

Exclusions: Meals other than mentioned, All expenses of personal in nature, Anything which is not specifically mentioned in inclusions part

11 Days Tour   inclusive Oman  MUSCAT /WADI SHAB  / SUR   /  RAS ALHADD / RAS ALGINZ / WADI BANI KHALED / WAHIBA DESERT / NIZWA / JABL SHAMS / SALALAH

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle (Maximum capacity : Salon Car 3 seats / 4 X4 vehicles 6 seats, At Friday the fort close at 11:00 AM , so it is not always guarantee to visit it from inside in case of Friday trip, 10 nights accommodation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

This is the only group guided tour from Salalah cruise terminal, which is catered to the requirement of the cruise passengers. In the short time when the cruise is berth, the passengers will be taken to the exotic journey for exploring the diversity of Salalah, the second largest city in Sultanate of Oman. The pick up will be from the inside of the port. The customers shouldn't take the shuttle bus from the terminal to the outside. So this will be very convenient for the pick up. The tour will take you to Sultan Qaboos Mosque, which is the largest mosque in the Southern Oman and then to the largest indoor Museum - Frankincense Land Museum. The tour includes visit to an ancient port of Al Baleed, which is a UNESCO Heritage site. Haffa Souq is an open air traditional market selling frankincense, perfumes, Omani Dresses and Souvenirs. The tour bus will pass through the palace of the Sultan and the coconut and banana farms. You will go to the largest modern mall in Dhofar at the end.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick and Drop from Salalah Cruise Terminal (from the berthing location, no need to take shuttle bus), Entrance Fee to the Archaeological site and Museum

Exclusions: Gratuities, Anything not mentioned in Inclusions, Lunch

Do you want to discover the landmarks of Salalah and natural wonders of the countryside in one trip on your stop with cruise or when you have limited time? Then Takamul Travel has the right trip for you. Start with the visit to Salalah´s landmarks the Great Mosque and Palace al-Husn. You will also explore the traditional al-Haffa market - the best place to buy frankincense, perfumes and shawls. Then enjoy coconut drink in Salalah´s plantations and inspect the irrigation systems. Leave the city to discover the Jarzeez spring sourrounded by rock formations and caves. Next drive up to the Ittine heights for panoramic views on Salalah and Jarzeez valley. After descent from the mountains you reach the spectacular Mughsail Beach. On its one end lies a serene lagoon frequented by flamingos. On the other the cliffs of Qamar mountains loom out on the horizon. Under the imposing Marneef cave you will have the opportunity to wonder at water fountains gushing from the blowholes in the cliffs.

Inclusions: Soda/Pop, Bottled water

Exclusions:

Half day Salalah City Tour ( Private Tour) • Daily ( (AM) or ( PM)) • Duration : 4 hours Highlights • Museum • Silver and Gold market • Plantation • Haffa Souq • Sultan Qaboos Mosque • Camel Market Description This half day city tour leads you through Salalah, the biggest city in Dhofar, also called the “ perfume capital of Arabia’’ the journey starts with visit Sultan Qaboos Mosque (Opened Sat - Thu 8:30 – 11:00, Fri Closed ) (please adhere to the dress code) and then to Museum of the Land of Frankincenes, at Al baleed , a UNESCO world heritage site. In your way to Haffa souq ( frankincense market), you pass Sultan Qaboos Palace, In 1940 Sultan Qaboos was born there. After that drive to gold souk and silver handicrafts .Next stop to visit Camel market to see camels in the pickup cars and baby camels . End of the tour drive through the garden-like fruit plantations. We stop at a fruit stall for a refreshing coconut milk. Or try small sweet local bananas or papay.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

This half day city tour will show you the rich diversity of the city with lovely beaches, historical sites, museum, Palace, fruit farms and markets. The places will be Sultan Qaboos Mosque (the largest mosque in Salalah named after the King of Oman), Al Baleed Archeological site (an open air Archaeological site across the Arabian Sea and a UNESCO World Heritage site), The Museum of Frankincense Land (an indoor musuem at the Archaeological park, which hosts Artifacts excavated from archeological sites, Governorate of Dhofar's historical and archaeological heritage and Superb models of Omani boats from 3000 BC to current), Haffa Souq (traditional market which sells perfumes, clothes, souvenirs and the famous Frankincense), Al Hosn Palace (Palace of King - Sulan Qaboos), Haffa Beach (white sand beach with coconut trees), Fruit Huts (Have a coconut drink from nearby farms and fruit huts, cost of drink on your own), and Salalah Gardens Mall (Largest Mall in Salalah).

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Pick and Drop from hotel, Experienced Omani guide who can speak English and Arabic, Transport by private vehicle: Saloon Car for up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 kids, Transport by private vehicle: 4x4 Car for 4 adults to 6 adults, Transport by private vehicle: Mini Van / Coaster for 7 or more adults, Entrance fees to Al Baleed Archaeological site and Frankincense Land Museum

Exclusions: Breakfast / lunch / dinner not included, but can be provided at additional cost (5 Omani Rial per person), Anything not mentioned in Inclusions, Gratuities / Tips are welcomed but not included in mentioned price

Visit the Al Baleed museum of the Frankincense land. Opened in July 2007 at Al Balid Archaeological Park it is a large archaeological site that you can stoll through among Salalah Tours when you visit oman , and the museum hosts an impressive collection about the archaeological and maritime history of Oman . Then visit the ancient city of Zufar, the ruins of Al Balid, describing it as a beautiful, large and noble city .Proceed to Sultan Qaboos Mosque,the largest mosque in Salalah with capacity of more than 5000 prayer can pray their,in the way to the mosque you can enjoy the green planation of Salalah .Then proceed to Haffah souk which is very attractive with its small shops lined up with straight piles of incense boxes, clay incense burners colorfully decorated with traditional patterns and bags of incense crystals. Walking past the Sultan residential palace Al Husn, reaches to the Old Souk where Frankincense, Dhofari traditional clothes and cosmetics are available.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

We offer for You the most comprehensive city tour itinerary on the market. The tour includes a visit to all major monuments in Salalah and adds an exploration of interesting natural sites as well. You will start the trip with the visit to the interior of the Sultan Qaboos Mosque. Then you will move to the Tomb of Prophet Imran which is a unique 33 metres-long structure rarely visited by tourists. Then you will make a nice walk to the heart of the Salalah´s coconut and banana plantations where you can see the irrigation system and taste all kinds of local fruit. Next, you will proceed to the Museum of The Frankincense Land situated in the area of the medieval port of al Baleed. Our specialized tour guide will explain to you the details in the History Hall and Maritime Hall of the museum. You will end the tour with exploring the ecosystem of the Dahariz lagoon on the edge of the city where you can spot flocks of flamingoes, herons and other waders.

Inclusions: Bottled water, canned juices and softdrinks, fruit tasting in local plantations, Bottled water

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