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Guided Salalah East And West Combination Tour

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    8 hours

  • Start time

    Pickup time will be confirmed upon booking.

  • Meeting Point
    Pick up from your hotel. (Please mention your hotel name and address at the time of booking. If you do not have this information now, our customer service executives will get in touch and confirm the details)
  • Ending Point

    Same as starting point

Key Highlights

  • Learn more about the story of the Islamic prophet: Prophet Job
  • Visit the famous Mughsayl and Salalah Bird sanctuaries
  • Visit Khor Rori which helped in trading frankincense with the Mediterranean, Persian Gulf and India
  • Tour the east of Salalah and visit the beautiful Taqa village
  • Learn about the rich history of this area
  • Travel in comfort and enjoy hotel transfers

Overview

Discover the best of both the east and the west of Salalah on this immersive combination tour that takes you to the best parts of the city. Enjoy a splendid drive across the Qara Mountains where the beauty of Dhofar Mountains manifested as you head westward of Salalah. Behold unparalleled vistas of the Al Garbib Plain with herds of camels and cattle which are a common sight which gives a scenic view of a traditional Dhofari rural beauty

Your expert guide will give you insight into the legendary story of Prophet Job and his devoutness on a visit to the reputed final resting place of the Islamic prophet. Then it’s time to continue towards Mughsayl where the white sand touches the deep blue of the ocean. Before you get there, pass by Frankincense trees, growing in their natural habitat, deep down in the valleys, dotting the dry & craggy countryside.

Heading eastward you get to discover the wonderful Taqa village and pass by the Royal Farm and Marmura House. Taqa village is known for dried sardines, traditional & old Dhofari Houses. Obtain a glimpse into the rich history of this area and spot a very interesting castle and the former official residence of the Governor of Taqa village. Continue onward to see the ruins of Sumhurum (Khor Rori) which was once the outpost for an ancient incense route between the Mediterranean Sea, Persian Gulf and India. Khor Rori was an important port on the coast of Dhofar, and one of the major trading cities with frankincense and also believed to be the palace of the famous Queen sheba.

About The Supplier:

Your travel buddy Oman Day Tours offers one of the most comprehensive and experienced travel agents in the Sultanate of Oman offering a wide range of Day tours and services for the eager traveler! Take full advantage of this chance to experience the land of the Queen of Sheba, a land of deserts, rolling sands and shifting dunes, spectacular mountains and wadis. Oman Day Tours cater to individuals as well as groups who are interested in exploring unique travel experiences and gives its visitors a completely unforgettable introduction to the country’s history, culture, wildlife and the most beautiful scenery.

Inclusions

  • Hotel transfers
  • Transportation in air conditioned vehicle
  • Soft drinks
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Mineral water

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance fees

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