MUSCAT CITY TOUR (FULL DAY)

Muscat, the capital city of Oman lies sparkling white, topped with golden minarets in the middle of a maze of brown pleated mountains reaching down to the Arabian Sea. Described as “Arabia’s jewel”, this city is a blend of the old and the new. Muscat is green as green can be, and defies being classified as part of a desert country. The roads are lined with well-manicured green lawns and trees. During winter this is interspersed with a profusion of multicolored flowers. The city has steadfastly retained its old-world character. Old Muscat has a quaint charm about it with many forts, castles, mosques and towers doting the landscape. Of particular note are Jalali and Mirani forts flanking Al Alam Palace. The Corniche, with its promenade and souqs (markets) is one of the highlights of the city. The old Souq of Muttrah is an ideal spot for tourists to buy keepsakes and treasures.

The capital of Oman was named the Second Best City to visit in the world in 2012 by the travel guide publisher Lonely Planet. Muscat also was chosen as the Capital of Arab Tourism of 2012. Muscat is renowned as one of the cleanest Arab capitals, and has gained the honor of winning the Cleanest Arab City Contest several consecutive times.

• The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque(daily between 0800-1100 Hrs, except Fridays/holidays) ***
• Muttrah Traditional market (fish & vegetable market and Muttrah Souq)
• Old Muscat and Sultan’s Al- Alam Palace
• Jalili and Mirani Forts followed by Al- Zubair museum
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Fishing villages of Sidab & Haramel and past Omans premium hotel, the Al Bustan Palace hotel.
• Qantab beach
• Qurum City centre for modern shopping experience
• Drive along the embassy area and then on to the corniche or Love Street.

*** Dress Code: Women should wear attire covering their arms and legs and should cover their head with scarf. Men should wear normal shirt and trousers).