Grand Mosque, Muttrah Souk & Bait al Zubair

Grand Mosque, Muttrah Souk & Bait al Zubair

6.5 hours | Muscat (Mina Qaboos) | M C T - 1 1 0
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Description

Points of Interest

  • Al Alam Palace
  • Grand Mosque
  • Muttrah Souk
  • Bait Al Zubair
Includes meal, Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Explore Oman on this day trip, starting with a drive to the breath-taking Grand Mosque, the third largest in the world. Then head to the  colorful Muttrah Souk market, to haggle for gifts, including antiques, silver jewelry, copper handicrafts, and hand-made Omani costumes. Afterwards, visit the amazing Bait Al Zubair heritage museum that houses collections of Omani weaponry, jewelry, photographs and paintings. Drive to Al Bustan Palace A Ritz Carlton Hotel or similar hotel, which sits between the picturesque mountains and the blue waters of the Gulf, and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch before viewing Muscat's Al Alam Palace, the official residence of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said. Take photographs of the gold and blue exterior before viewing the two nearby medieval Fortress of Jalali & Mirani. Built by the Portuguese towards the end of the 16th century, the fortresses both over-look the ocean. Enjoy the scenic drive back to the port.

Special Notes:

Please dress conservatively when visiting sacred sites. For the Grand Mosque, women must wear modest clothing, which covers the body and the head, including the hair.  Arms and legs must be covered to wrists and ankles. One must also take a scarf to cover your head. Men must wear modest clothing befitting the sanctity of the Mosque. Women must avoid wearing white transparent blouses & men must avoid wearing white transparent shirts. Shorts are not allowed. Food, drinks and smoking are strictly prohibited. Slip on shoes are recommended as guests must remove the shoes before they enter the Mosque.

Bring cash for additional purchases - U.S. dollars are accepted at the souk.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for an inside visit of the Grand Mosque

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:45
Time at site: 00:30
Inside visit: Yes
Restroom available: Yes

Free time for shopping at Muttrah Souk

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:40
Time at site: 00:40
Free time at site: 40
Inside visit: Yes
Steps: 4
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: Yes

Inside visit of Bait al Zubair

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:35
Inside visit: Yes
Steps: 4
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Buffet lunch at Al Bustan Palace Hotel in Muscat

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:15
Time at site: 01:30
Inside visit: Yes
Restroom available: Yes

Photo stop for Al Alam Palace

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:20
Time at site: 00:15
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:40