

Al Alam Palace (Sultan's Palace) Tours and Activities
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Occupying a waterfront spot on the harbor of Old Muscat, Al Alam Palace is the official ceremonial palace of the Sultan of Oman. Mushroom-shaped columns and a vivid gold-and-blue facade make it one of Muscat’s most arresting sights.
Waterfront, Muscat, Oman
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Half Day Muscat City Tour
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View the highlights of Muscat without waiting for cabs or buses or walking in the heat on this half-day tour. Ideal for time-pressed visitors, it lets you see Muscat’s sights without hoppinh between them alone and with a guide to share their history. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, tour the Grand Mosque and Muttrah Souq, see the Al Alam Palace, and more. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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$255.00
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$255.00
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Mystical Muscat
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This half day tour will give you a unique chance to get a light touch to the history, culture and heritage of Oman covering the main attraction of the capital of the country.
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$250.00
per group
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$250.00
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Muscat Day Tour
1
With some Omani snacks and refreshments this amazing combination trip will head first to the Royal Opera House of Muscat, then Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, The Fish Market (Mutrah) OR Mutrah Traditional Souk , and then to Al Alam Palace. At the end of this trip you will be familiar enough with Omani culture, some of Omani history, and you will have a good memory of the how Mutrah Souk is amazing!!
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$426.67
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$426.67
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Group Muscat City Tour
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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
*Royal Opera House
*Muttrah Souq
*Muttrah Fort
*n Al Alam Palace (photo stop)
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$55.00
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$55.00

Muscat city tour (price per vehicle)
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Muscat is the capital and the largest city of Sultanate of Oman, with us (Muscat Advanced Tourism ) you will enjoy by visiting this beautiful places after meeting our Omani Guides ( Depart Muscat continue drive to Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and gain insight into Islamic architecture and tradition. Leaving the mosque, then continue drive to the Opera House after that , continue drive to Muttrah souk. Then Our next stop is the magnificent Al Alam Palace in old Muscat which is the official Palace of his Majesty Royal Highness Sultan Qaboos. Then we will continue drive to forts Mirani & Jalali. Then we will visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum, after finishing will continue drive to the hotel )
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$249.71
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$249.71
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Muscat City Tour frensh or Italien Guide
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Start your Half-Day Muscat City Tour from the Sultan Qaboos Mosque-Grand Mosque, the 5th biggest Mosque in the world (please consider the dress code). The Mosque is open from 0800 HRS till 1100 HRS (except Friday).Pass the embassy quarter and enjoy a guided tour through the beautiful Royal Opera House. After this you drive to Muttrah Souk, the oldest souk in Oman. Then you drive to Visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum. Continue to Al Alam Palace (photo stop), which is flanked by two Portuguese Forts, called Al Mirani and Al Jalali.
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$241.30
per group
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$241.30
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Discover Muscat
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Discover Muscat on your own, customize the tour according to your time and need. Time is very flexible.
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$70.00
Price varies by group size
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$70.00
Price varies by group size
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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Muscat Half Day City Tour
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Get your bearings in Muscat and check out its highlights on this 4-hour city tour. Explore the best of this charming city, one of Arabia’s prettiest capitals, and soak in its setting wedged between the Al Hajar Mountains and Gulf of Oman. Visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, shop at Muttrah Souk, explore the Bait Al Zubair Museum, see the Sultan’s Palace, and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off, and entrance fees included.
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$32.00
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$32.00
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Private Half Day Muscat City Tour Price Up To 2 Person
Visiting the top high light sightseeing in Muscat
Grand Mosque
Al Qurum Beach
Fish Market
Mutrah Market
Al Zubair Museum
Al Alam Palace
• Private Half-day Muscat city tour
• Learn more about the culture and the history of Oman
• Pick up and Drop off Hotels, Port (For shore excursions passengers),
Airport, Residence
• All fees and taxes Included
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$100.87
Price varies by group size
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$100.87
Price varies by group size

Private Muscat City Tour
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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
*Muttrah Souq
*Mutrah Fort.
*Al Alam Palace
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$112.83
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$112.83
Price varies by group size
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Charming Muscat- Half Day City Tour
We are proud of the Omani way of life and strives to ensure every guest visiting Oman through us gets to know the country in its full glory and go back as friends of Yalla and ambassadors of Sultanate of Oman.
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$120.00
per group
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$120.00
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Half Day City Tour
This is private city tour for a small group. It is a rather quick and informative tour that covers all the iconic spots within the city. we offer a separate 4WD or Salon car and an experienced guide that shows you the city of Muscat inside out. we make sure you visit all the important and iconic places withing the city.
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$205.00
per group
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$205.00
per group

Cruise-Tour Excursion Muscat city tour full day
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DESCRIPTION
An excursion to the most characteristic and traditional corners of Muscat, from souks to museums, to discover the true heart of the city.
WHAT WE WILL SEE
• The Grand Mosque (open from 8 am to 11 Pm-we will visit from 8:30 am to 10:30 am)
• Packed lunch on the beach (from 12 pm to 01 pm)
• Royal Opera House Photo Stop (Photo stop from 2 pm to 2:30 pm)
• The Muttrah suk (from 4 pm to 10 pm-we will be visit from 4 pm to 5 pm)
• Al-Alam Palace (Photo stop at 5 pm)
• Exterior of the fort of Al-Jalali
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$69.34
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$69.34
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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Private Half-Day Muscat City Tour
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Explore Muscat, learn more about Oman history and culture
Places & Sights you'll visit:
Grand Mosque
Al Qurum Beach
Fish Market
Mutrah Market
Al Zubair Museum
Al Alam Palace
Private Half-day Muscat city tour.
Learn more about the culture and the history of Oman.
Pick up and Drop off your Hotels, Port (For shore excursions passengers),
Airport, Residence.
All fees and taxes included.
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$100.87
Price varies by group size
From
$100.87
Price varies by group size

Muscat Half Day City Tour
Our trips are not designed to shield you from the realities of life in the countries visited, in fact we aim to show you as much as possible of the realities of life in the destination.
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$200.00
per group
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$200.00
per group

Best of Muscat City Tour
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Discover the best of Muscat on this guided, 5-hour tour. Visit the most popular locations in this, the capital and largest metropolitan city of Oman. Visit places like the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Royal Opera House Muscat, Qurum Beach, the Mutrah Fish Market, and much more, including a scenic boat cruise.
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$176.00
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$176.00

Magical Muscat City Tour
You will be accompanied by a local, certified and professional guide who is flexible and ready to answer and meet all your need...
He will explain to you everything about Omani culture, and show you the best spots on Muscat...
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$333.00
per group
From
$333.00
per group

Half Day Tour: Classic Muscat Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
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Forget any transport worries and experience the top attractions of Muscat in one easy outing on this small-group tour. Skip using cabs or the city’s limited public buses; and concentrate instead on the sights. Settle into a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, and stop to explore the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, visit the Bait Al Baranda Museum, and browse Muttrah Souk; all with a guide for info and insight you’d otherwise miss.
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$215.00
per group
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$215.00
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Muscat City Tour (Palaces, Forts, Markets & Mosque)
The city of Muscat, at various times in history under the rule of the Persians, Portuguese and Ottomans, became the capital city of Oman in 1793. This rich history today results in a beautiful multi-cultural city, with ancient forts, palaces and souq along Muttrah Corniche existing alongside examples modern Islamic architecture, such as the Royal Opera House and the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
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$298.48
per group
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$298.48
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Full day Muscat City Tour with Sunset Cruise
* Explore the ancient and modern-day culture of Muscat
* Wander the covered alleyways of the historic Muttrah souk
* Visit the emblematic Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
* Learn local culture and history at Bait Al Zubair Museum
* Cruise in traditional wooden sail boat known locally as Dhow
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$110.00
From
$110.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Premium Muscat half day excursion-Italian guide
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An excursion to the most characteristic and traditional corners of Muscat, from souks to museums, to discover the true heart of the city
• The Grand Mosque (visiting time between 8 am to 11 am)
• Opera House exterior photo stop (photo stop at 10:30 am)
• The Muttrah suk (visiting time afternoon between 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
• Al-Alam Palace (Sultan palace-photo stop)
• Exterior of the fort of Al-Jalali (Photo stop near Al Alam palace)
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$58.67
From
$58.67
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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Essence of Oman (Elite)
This tour offers the guests a variety of tourist attractions, mountains, wadis, desert and sea.
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$2,600.00
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$2,600.00

Muscat City and Wadi Shab Private Full Day Tour
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In one day you will be able to see the most interesting places in Oman.You will visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Wadi Shab and the most beautiful lake Bimmah Sinkhole. The program is designed from 8 to 12 hours.Don't forget to bring sunscreen, water shoes,swimsuits and hats.
*Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (Please use dress code)
*Opera House
*Wadi Shab is a very popular popular outdoor attraction in Oman for both locals and expats, and people go there for nature, to swim in the fresh water pools. The main attraction of the wadi is the waterfall in the cave, which you can reach after a roughly 40 mins hike and swimming in 2-3 pools.
*Bimmah Sinkhole
* Mutrah Souq
* Al Alam Palace
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$246.16
Price varies by group size
From
$246.16
Price varies by group size

Highlights of Muscat (Half-day City Tour)
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Muscat is considered the pulsating heart of Oman. Perhaps what striking about Muscat Governorate is the breathtaking intermingling of ancient culture and heritage and modern style.
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$180.27
per group
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$180.27
per group
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