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Discover the best that the capital of Oman has to offer as you embark on a sightseeing tour through the city. Alongside a private guide, visit the highlights of the city such as the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Royal Mosque, and Al Alam Palace. While you explore, your guide provides information about the history and culture of the Gulf country.

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.

Escape Muscat’s urban buzz for a day of adventure and natural beauty in Oman’s stunning landscapes. Begin at Wadi Shab, where a guided hike through jaw-dropping scenery leads to hidden waterfalls and pristine natural pools perfect for a refreshing swim. Then, visit the iconic Bimmah Sinkhole, with its turquoise waters and fascinating origin myths, rounding off a day you won’t forget.

Experience some of Oman’s best snorkeling on this hassle-free excursion to Dimaniyat Island from Muscat. A shared boat takes you to this uninhabited Gulf of Oman island, renowned for its translucent waters, seagrass fields, reefs, sea turtles, eels, and dolphins. Hotel transfers, lunch, snorkeling equipment, and sodas are included for your convenience.

See the wonders of Oman in and out of the water on this group dolphin watching and snorkeling tour. Relax onboard your boat and navigate to parts of the sea where there are dolphins. Use provided snorkeling equipment and admire the diverse wildlife in many naturally-protected spots along the coast.

Explore Muscat and the surrounding areas with ease on this full-day private tour. Depart from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle equipped with WiFi. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide and customize the tour itinerary to suit your interests. Swim in Wadi Shab and enjoy a midday break for lunch.

Discover the delights of Muscat with ease on this Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour. With your 1- or 2-day ticket, explore the city at your own pace aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Enjoy 360-degree views of the sights as you hear the entertaining onboard audio commentary, and hop on and off at any of the stops as you please. See top Muscat attractions such as beautiful Muttrah Corniche and the Royal Opera House; hop off to enjoy Muttrah Souk; admire the picturesque forts of Muscat Old Quarter, and much more.

Escape the busy streets of Muscat and spend a day in the great outdoors on this private tour to Nizwa and Jabal Shams. Visit the former capital of Oman, Nizwa, to explore the fort and castle. Then, head to Jabal Shams, the “Grand Canyon of Oman,” for an off-road adventure and unparalleled views of the region.

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.

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.

Discover the history and culture of Muscat, Oman during this private sightseeing tour. See the Grand Mosque, to admire the second-largest handmade carpet in the world, the Opera House, Mutrah Souk, Al-Alam Palace, the home of the royal family, and the Bait Al Zubari Museum, for a deep dive into Omani culture. All entrance fees are included as well as a private driver-guide and vehicle.

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.

Embark on a full-day adventure from Muscat to the stunning Wadi Shab, where you'll hike through dramatic canyons, swim in turquoise pools, and discover a hidden waterfall. Enjoy a scenic drive with a stop for Omani tea, followed by a visit to the breathtaking Bimmah Sinkhole, a natural turquoise lake surrounded by limestone cliffs. Includes lunch, refreshments, and hotel pickup.

Knowing where dolphins, turtles, and whale sharks have been spotted before takes local knowledge and experience, so save the guesswork by going on this small-group boat tour to the beautiful Dimaniyat Islands. To help you boost your marine life-spotting opportunities, snorkeling gear rental is included, so you can hop off the boat and explore the underwater world, as well as enjoying sightings from the deck.

Discover Oman’s natural wonders without the stresses of driving, navigation, and wondering how best to explore the sights—and the benefit of a private driver-guide for insight—on this private tour from Muscat. Settle into an air-conditioned 4WD, marvel at the oases of Wadi Bani Khalid, and absorb the beauty and stillness of the Wahiba Sands desert on a dune drive to meet Bedouins and ride a camel (additional charge).

Experience both the desert and the waters of the wadis today in this full day group tour from Muscat. You’ll visit Wahiba sands and explore the sculptured dunes in the South of Ibra. Later you’ll get to Wadi Bani Khalid with its constant flow of water among the large boulders throughout the wadi. Play in the desert, and then have a swim later on.

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In the morning, we start our journey to the past through the Sumail Gap, which divides the Western and Easter Hajar Mountains. After this we head to the old capital of Oman, Nizwa, known for its silver Souq and the big round fort, built during the period of the Yoruba dynasty. After visiting the Souq and the Fort, Then we drive to BirkatAlMouz, a pretty oasis known for its sheer scenic value. Reach from there to the roof of Oman, the Saiq Plateau. A beautiful village which was only accessible by donkeys, for hundred of years. The view the over terraced gardens is very colorful. A variety of fruits like walnuts, pomegranates, apricot and lemon are grown here. There are many interesting walks in Wadi Bani Habib, Shrejaya and Aqur where the weather is cool and dry. Return to Muscat in the evening.

We believe in immersing our customers in the local culture and providing authentic interactions with the destination. Our tours go beyond the typical tourist attractions, allowing you to discover the true essence of the place, meet locals, and gain a deeper understanding of their traditions, customs, and way of life.

This full day desert safari starts in Muscat, and then gets you to Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid. First you’ll ride over the vast expanse of desert and dunes, and after you’ll get to be refreshed in the pools of Wadi Bani Khalid, where the stream flows all year into large pools of water interspersed between the boulders along the river. Lunch is included.

Take a break from the city streets and spend a day in the desert on this full-day private tour from Muscat. Visit Wadi Bani Khalid to swim, sunbathe, explore hidden caves, and more. Then, experience the desert lifestyle as you explore the yellow sands of Wahiba Desert with included hotel pickup for convenience.

Combine scenic drives with hiking and relaxation time on this shared day tour to Bimmah Sinkhole and Wadi Shab. Instead of planning car hire and searching for a place to park, enjoy the freedom of hotel pickup and transportation between sites. A highlight of the trip is a visit to a waterfall in a cave at Wadi Shab, and a chance to bathe in natural pools.

Group Option 1: Desert & Wadi Bani Khalid Start with a 4x4 drive into Wahiba Sands, experiencing dune bashing across golden dunes. Enjoy time for walking, photos, and taking in the vast desert landscape. After a traditional lunch (vegetarian options available), continue to Wadi Bani Khalid. Swim in clear turquoise pools, explore canyon paths, or relax among palm groves. Swimming is optional but recommended in hot weather. Group Option 2: Wadi & Desert – Sunset Begin at Wadi Bani Khalid with time to swim, explore, or relax. Swimming is optional but recommended in hot weather. Head to Wahiba Sands for dune bashing and free time on the dunes. Stay to witness the desert sunset before returning to Muscat. Group Option 3: Wadi, Desert & Quad Visit Wadi Bani Khalid to swim, explore, or relax. Continue to Wahiba Sands for dune bashing, dune walks, and a 30-minute quad bike ride (one quad per person). Depending on timing, you may also witness the desert bathed in warm sunset tones.