Private Tour

Private Half-Day Salalah City Tour

Overview

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Private Half-Day Salalah City Tour gives you the opportunity to discover Salalah nature, culture, history and typical life.

Visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Salalah, visit Al Balid Archeological site, Luban Market (Al Hafah market) and Salalah Plantation

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not stroller accessible

Infant must not sit on laps

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Sultan Qaboos Mosque

The Sultan Qaboos Mosque towers over the city center, welcoming thousands of worshippers for prayers each day since its completion in 2009. Inside, a crystal chandelier hangs from an intricately carved 36-meter (118-foot) dome, and a 20-ton hand-woven carpet with 115 million individual knots covers the floor. Outside, the landscaped grounds provide a peaceful spot for rest. Non-Muslims can tour the interior from Saturdays to Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.; visitors must dress modestly and women should cover their hair

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Al Balid Archeological Site

From the Mosque to Khwar Al Balid This lagoon takes its name from the ancient city which lies on the banks of this lagoon, the lagoon flanks the city on the east and north. In ancient times, this lagoon was connected to the sea and used as a natural port due to its depth in some parts. The region is currently on the World Heritage List UNESCO and the khawr is protected, the importance of this place lies in its combination of archaeology, history, and nature. The archaeological park is considered to be the first of its kind in the Sultanate, serving to protect natural resources, attract tourists to the site, and inform people of this important ancient city in the Governorate of Dhofar.

1 hour • Admission Included