Salalah city highlights tour

• Guide or driver who speaks English • All taxes and fees included • Air conditioning within the vehicle • Bottled water provided

• Tips • Any other items not specified in the inclusions.

• Nearby public transportation is accessible. • Infants must sit on an adult's lap. • The activity is appropriate for all levels of physical fitness. • Additional details are provided below. • Visitors are encouraged to dress modestly, especially in places of worship. Women must cover their hair. • Good weather is required for this activity. If it is canceled due to adverse weather conditions, you will have the option of rescheduling or receiving a full refund. • Grand Mosque visiting hours: - 8am to 11am; after this period, access to the prayer hall will be restricted. - This location will not be included in Friday tours. • Those with a 2 pm start time will not have access to the mosque prayer hall and will only be allowed to visit outside the mosque area. • On weekends (Friday & Saturday), the Frankincense Land Museum is open only at 3 pm.

To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to the planned departure time.

Pickup is available from any hotel located in the Dhofar region.

• A visit to the Sultan Mosque is impressive; the building is a work of art in itself, showcasing stunning Manarats and a dome, as well as beautiful chandeliers and a finely crafted handwoven carpet inside. This site is a classic representation of Islamic architecture, embodying the ancient Islamic civilization. The surrounding garden is exceptionally well maintained, adding to the aesthetic value. The mosque, named after the former Sultan of Oman (Qaboos bin Said), is located centrally in the city. Visiting hours are from 8am to 11am; after this period, access will be limited to the exterior of the prayer hall. It will not be included in tours on Fridays. Non-Muslim visitors are required to dress modestly, and women should cover their heads. • Salalah Central Market, founded in 1979, represents a pivotal moment in commercial activity within the Dhofar governorate. This market was built to meet the demands of Salalah and its surrounding areas. Within the market, visitors can find local crafts, jewelry, frankincense, incense (bukhoor), bells, Omani daggers (khanjar), and traditional clothing. Additionally, one can enjoy delicious outdoor meals, such as freshly grilled fish and other seafood dishes. • Al Hafah Souq is located 3 kilometers from Salalah in the Dhofar Governorate, nestled among tall coconut trees, making it an ideal location to purchase some of the best gum and incense in the Sultanate. The souq offers a variety of goods, including traditional textiles and clothing, gold and silver jewelry, and other cultural artifacts. • The Ancient Port of Al-Baleed, part of the Frankincense Trail, has origins dating back to before 2000 BC. Archaeological findings indicate that the city's wealth began during the Iron Age and the site was first uncovered in 1930. Today, Al-Baleed serves as both an open-air archaeological site and the Museum of Frankincense Land. The museum's dual exhibitions focus on the historical and archaeological heritage of Dhofar as well as its significant maritime history. Al-Baleed City was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. Al-Baleed Fort features monumental ruins, standing 13 meters tall with three circular corner towers and several semi-circular ones. The center of the fort contains remnants of a large courtyard. • There will be a brief pause to savor the renowned Omani Sweet (Halwa) alongside Arabian Coffee, in line with traditional Arabian customs. Omani halwa is a gelatinous and sticky dessert typically enjoyed at weddings, birthdays, celebrations, and during Ramadan. Its ingredients may differ among producers, but the core consists of water, sugar, ghee, and cornflour. Flavors can range from rosewater and saffron to an assortment of dried fruits and nuts. Omani halwa is traditionally paired with kahwa (coffee). • Khor Dahariz (Beach Lagoon) is situated at the eastern entrance of Salalah near the Dahariz coastline. This lagoon is a vital wetland area that attracts numerous migratory bird species, including ibises, flamingoes, ducks, and grey and white herons. It also supports various indigenous species, such as fish and crustaceans. • A drive of 23 kilometers from Salalah leads to the beautiful mountain of Itin. A stop is made at a scenic viewpoint from the balcony of a restaurant overlooking the city. Moments are spent enjoying the view before taking a brief walk to a cave. Accompanied by a guide, insights about the cave's history and geographical features, as well as the surrounding flora, are shared.