Top Muscat Half-day Tours

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.

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

Public transport options are limited in Muscat, making getting around the sights difficult independently. This private half-day tour whisks you around the must-sees in comfort, with a guide to shed light on their history and significance. Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, chart Oman’s past at the Bait Al Zubair Museum, and discover souks and more in one hassle-free trip. Port, airport, and hotel pickup and drop-off provide maximum flexibility.

Muscat has many must-sees but traveling between them means taking cabs or hiring a self-drive car. Make things easy and benefit from a guide’s commentary—something you’d miss if exploring alone—on this half-day private tour. Board a climate-controlled vehicle and stop at the Sultan Qaboos Mosque and Royal Opera House for guided tours before delving into Mutrah’s mystique-laden souk, and admiring the city’s Al Alam Palace and picturesque coastal forts.

Going on this tours with us, we will take you to the best spots for taking pictures of you with turtles, whale sharks and dolphins for you to share your experience with your friends and social media connections. Also our tour guide will ensure you practice snorkelling safely and in the best locations. For those who don't know how to snorkel, our guide will teach you everything you need to know to allow you to enjoy this experience.

Soak in Oman’s untouched beauty on a full-day trip by Air conditioned vehicle from Muscat. Cruise by mountains, beaches, and bays, and stop to see and swim at Bimah Sinkhole, a natural underground pool. Walk along the palm-filled ravine of Wadi Shab, choose to bathe in its pools, and visit beachside villages such as Tiwi, Finns, and more. A delicious picnic lunch, transport, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Spend a day exploring Oman’s natural wonders on this full-day excursion.Visit Jebal Shams, which means “Sun Mountain,” since it is the highest mountain in Oman. See Wadi Nakhr, Oman’s Grand Canyon, and take a short hike or mountain bike ride inside its walls. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit local villages and shop for souvenirs along the way.

Admire the views of Muscat from a sunset cruise on this evening tour. Board a traditional dhow and set out to sea. Lounge on the cushion-covered deck and sip soft drinks as you sail. Snap photographs of Muscat’s seaside promenade, the Portuguese forts of Al Alam Palace, the port, and more.

North Oman boasts a string of mud-brick late-medieval forts, but visiting them independently means renting a 4x4 or negotiating with cabs. This full-day tour from Muscat eliminates the fuss: with trips to Nizwa and Jabreen Forts—two of Oman’s best-preserved. Explore Nizwa Souk and admire its fort exterior before roaming 17th-century Jabreen, replete with Moorish arches and turrets. Return transport, Jabreen admission, and lunch in Bahla is included.

Experience some of Oman’s best snorkeling on this hassle-free excursion to Dimaniyat Island from Muscat. Rather than organizing a DIY snorkeling trip—which might end up in seeing little marine life—let a skippered, shared boat take you to this uninhabited Gulf of Oman island, renowned for its translucent waters, seagrass fields, reefs, sea turtles, eels, and dolphins. Return hotel transfers, lunch, snorkeling equipment, a snack lunch, and sodas are included for your convenience.

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

Combine two stops in one tour on this full-day excursion. First, take a morning drive through the Hajar Mountains to Nizwa. Visit Nizwa Fort, a 17th-century caste with a huge, cylindrical tower which was once used to help defend the city. Then travel to Jabal Shams (“Sun Mountain”) where you can see the country’s highest mountain loom over Wadi Ghul, Oman’s version of the Grand Canyon.

Combine visits to Jebel Shams and Nizwa during this full-day tour from Muscat. In a rugged 4x4 vehicle, get spectacular views of Oman's Grand Canyon and dig in to a traditional lunch in the mountain village of Misfah. Entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Muscat accommodations are included.

Let us make your dream come true! Join us, watch first the lovely dolphins and afterward explore the life under the water while snorkeling at unique places. Regular visitors of along the coast of Oman are the bottlenose dolphins, common dolphins, spinner dolphins, and Risso dolphins. After the adventure with the dolphins, the boat will bring you to colorful coral beds which provide the home for an exotic variety of fish. Catch the timeless magic of tropical fish in a real-life situation.

Our first stop in the morning is the Sultan´s Quaboos Grand Mosque. Admire there the 12m long chandelier and get an impression of Omani´s religion (Opening hours: From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Saturday till Thursday). Explore at your next stop the exotic fish, fresh fruits and colorful vegetables at the traditional market in Muttrah. Feel free to mingle with the crowd and don’t forget to negotiate.Only a few meters from there you enter the famous MuttrahSouq where you will find a countless mix of Omani handcrafts, enjoy the oriental sound and smell the gold of Oman “Fragrances”. ​ We drive along the beautiful Corniche to Old Muscat, where we stop for memorable picture of the Sultan's Palace which is surrounded by the Portuguese forts of Jalali and Mirani. At the Bait Al Zubair Museum you get an exclusive chance to get informative information about the Omani culture and their history.

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)

Enjoy a half-day tour Daymaniat Island by boat. Our crew is friendly and lovely. We always make sure that our equipment is sanitized and clean. We also add extra hours free of charges if we don’t have any other clients after.

The vibrant capital of Muscat is packed with standout sights, but knowing where to go—and how to get there—takes local knowledge. During this insider’s guide to the city’s main attractions, you’ll head to the Grand Mosque of Oman, Portuguese forts, and traditional marketplaces. The tour also includes admission tickets to the Bait Al Zubair Museum, where you’ll get key context on Omani history and culture with impressive displays.

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.

Depart from the hotel at 8:30 am and go to the Grand Mosque, Muttrah souk, Bait al Zubair, Sultan Palace, Al Jalalany Fort, Mirani, Royal Opra and return to the hotel at 12:30 pm

With its colorful sea turtle population, Oman is one of the world’s best locations for snorkeling, but underwater excursions require costly gear. During this fun-filled day out on the ocean, you’ll plunge into Oman’s sparkling bay of Bandar Khiran—with all equipment provided. Enjoy time for dolphin-watching as you cruise the waters. The boat captain will be on-hand to point out different species, like the acrobatic bottlenose. 

See the highlights of Muscat in the company of a guide on this half-day tour. Depart from your hotel in a private vehicle and head out into the city. Stop by the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Opera House in the Al Qurm neighborhood, Mutrah Market, Al Alam Palace, and more. As you explore, learn about the city from your guide.

Your guide will meet you at your hotel, the airport, or the harbor to begin this private guided tour, highlighting some of Muscat’s cultural attractions. Visit the stunning Grand Mosque, the collection of weapons, costumes, artifacts, and replica village at the Bait al Zubair museum, followed by a drive through Old Muscat where you’ll see the Al Jalali and Mirani forts. Round out your morning strolling through the various souks.

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