Muscat Luxury Heritage & Coastal Excursion

Explore Muscat's core landmarks, starting at the Grand Mosque, visiting heritage museums, and ending with a guided souq walk.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at D'Arcy's Kitchen

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast in Shatti Al Qurum with views of the beachfront area.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Visit

   09:30 – 11:00

   Walk through the main prayer hall, viewing the hand-loomed Persian carpet and massive chandelier.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Bait Al Zubair Museum Visit

   11:15 – 12:15

   Examine historical Omani weaponry, traditional clothing, and household items in Old Muscat.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Bait Al Luban

   12:30 – 13:30

   Sample traditional Omani seafood and spiced rice dishes near Muttrah Corniche.

5. 14:00|15:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Al Alam Palace Tour

   14:00 – 15:00

   Observe the royal ceremonial palace facade and the flank forts of Mirani and Jalali.

   • entryFree
6. 15:30|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Muttrah Walking Tour

   15:30 – 17:30

   Follow a guide along the harbor, old merchant houses, and historic alleys of Muttrah.

   • entryINR 1763
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Shopping

   Mutrah Souq Shopping

   17:45 – 19:15

   Browse silver jewelry, frankincense, textiles, and spices inside the covered market.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Al Angham

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on high-end Omani cuisine located within the Royal Opera House complex.

Spend the day on Muscat's coastline with marine excursions, beach riding, and performance arts.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Beach Pavilion Bar & Grill

   08:00 – 09:00

   Have breakfast outdoor by the Gulf of Oman coastline.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   2 Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Muscat

   09:30 – 11:30

   Board a private vessel off the coast to view wild dolphin pods in the open water.

3. 11:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Muscat City Tour

   11:45 – 12:30

   Drive through modern districts, embassy row, and coastal roads connecting the capital.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at The Pier at Shangri-La

   12:30 – 13:30

   Dine waterfront with a selection of fresh Mediterranean and Arabic dishes.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Botanic Garden Tour

   14:00 – 15:30

   Walk through displays of native flora and conserved desert plant species.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Private Horseback Riding in Muscat Beach

   16:00 – 17:30

   Take a guided private horseback ride along the sandy shores near Muscat.

7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening at the Royal Opera House Muscat

   18:00 – 19:15

   Tour the marble architectural complex and gardens during golden hour.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Sultanah Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy international fine dining overlooking the bay at Shangri-La Al Husn.

Head out to the protected marine reserve for snorkeling and exploring pristine waters.

1. 08:00|08:45
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The Restaurant at The Chedi Muscat

   08:00 – 08:45

   Eat a contemporary breakfast by the reflective pools of the resort.

2. 09:00|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Daymaniyat Islands Snorkeling Tour

   09:00 – 12:30

   Cruise to the island reserve to swim alongside sea turtles, rays, and coral reef fish.

3. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Marina Bandar Al Rowdha Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat fresh grilled catch at the boat harbor marina.

4. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Botanic Garden Tour

   14:00 – 15:30

   Examine the specialized biomes housing Oman's indigenous mountain flora.

   • entryFree
5. 16:00|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Al Alam Palace Tour

   16:00 – 17:00

   Photograph the palace entrance gates illuminated against the surrounding hills.

   • entryFree
6. 17:15|18:30
   

   Shopping

   Mutrah Souq Shopping

   17:15 – 18:30

   Purchase handmade pottery, antique daggers, and aromatic oils.

7. 18:30|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Muscat City Tour

   18:30 – 19:15

   Drive past the illuminated coastal highway and parliament buildings.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Kargeen Caffe

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine outdoors in a open-air garden setting serving traditional local dishes.

Journey up into the Green Mountain range to see terraced villages and cliffside vistas.

1. 07:30|08:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Bateel

   07:30 – 08:30

   Start the day with artisan pastries and gourmet coffee.

2. 08:30|10:30
   

   Outdoor

   Scenic Mountain Drive to Jebel Akhdar

   08:30 – 10:30

   Ascend the mountain pass roads enjoying panoramic views across the Al Hajar mountain range.

3. 10:30|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Jebel Akhdar Full Day Tour by 4x4

   10:30 – 12:30

   Explore remote mountain villages, agricultural terraces, and steep canyon viewpoints.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Bella Vista at Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar

   12:30 – 13:30

   Dine on the canyon edge with views across the mountain peaks.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Bait Al Zubair Museum Visit

   14:30 – 16:00

   Revisit cultural exhibits to examine vintage Omani jewelry collections.

   • entryFree
6. 16:30|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Visit

   16:30 – 17:30

   Walk the outer marble corridors and manicured gardens.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Muscat City Tour

   17:45 – 19:00

   Return towards the capital along scenic coastal roads.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Al Tanoor

   19:30 – 21:00

   Taste Arabic grilled specialties in an elegant buffet and dining room setting.

Travel into the sands of Wahiba to see desert landscapes before returning to Muscat.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Mani's Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Have a relaxed breakfast featuring organic coffees and fresh dishes.

2. 09:00|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Private Day Trip to Wadi Hawir & Wahiba Sands

   09:00 – 12:30

   Drive over rolling sand dunes and explore freshwater pools inside the desert canyon.

3. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Dunes by Al Nahda Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy a desert-view lunch with regional Arabian specialties.

4. 14:00|15:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Al Alam Palace Tour

   14:00 – 15:00

   Stop by the palace grounds to view the coastal defense watchtowers.

   • entryFree
5. 15:15|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Botanic Garden Tour

   15:15 – 16:30

   Stroll through environmental conservation exhibits showcasing local trees.

   • entryFree
6. 16:45|18:00
   

   Shopping

   Mutrah Souq Shopping

   16:45 – 18:00

   Browse late afternoon stalls for Omani sweets, halwa, and spices.

7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening at the Royal Opera House Muscat

   18:15 – 19:15

   Walk around the courtyard plazas under evening lighting.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Marjan Beach Bar & Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Savor seafood and grilled dishes on the seaside terrace at The Chedi.

Take a day tour to Oman's historic former capital of Nizwa before returning for city sightseeing.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Paul Bakery & Restaurant Muscat

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast options in a comfortable cafe venue.

2. 09:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Full Day Nizwa Tour

   09:00 – 12:30

   Tour Nizwa Fort's central tower, battlements, and adjacent historic marketplace.

   • entryINR 43672
3. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Al Aqr Heritage Cafe

   12:30 – 13:30

   Dine on traditional fare set within an restored mudbrick heritage district.

4. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Bait Al Zubair Museum Visit

   14:00 – 15:15

   Review traditional Omani architectural displays and restored heritage houses.

   • entryFree
5. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Visit

   15:30 – 16:45

   Observe late afternoon light on the exterior Islamic geometric archways.

   • entryFree
6. 17:00|18:15
   

   Shopping

   Mutrah Souq Shopping

   17:00 – 18:15

   Final chance to buy regional handicrafts and handwoven rugs.

7. 18:30|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Muscat City Tour

   18:30 – 19:15

   Drive past the modern residential and commercial corridors.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Shiraz Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on Persian fine dining specialties in a sleek luxury venue.

Finish the week with active watersports along Al Mouj marina before an evening dinner.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Tche Tche Cafe Muscat

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast on the marina promenade.

2. 09:30|10:45
   

   Outdoor

   Parasailing tour in Al Mouj Muscat

   09:30 – 10:45

   Fly above the coastline attached to a parasail boat for aerial views of Al Mouj.

3. 11:00|12:00
   

   Outdoor

   Flyboard Session The Wave Muscat, Oman

   11:00 – 12:00

   Experience water-jet propulsion flying above the surface of the marina basin.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Ubhar Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy modern Omani fusion cuisine in a stylish indoor setting.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Botanic Garden Tour

   14:00 – 15:30

   Walk through the outdoor landscape trails displaying desert eco-systems.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Al Alam Palace Tour

   16:00 – 17:15

   Take final photographs outside the royal palace grounds.

   • entryFree
7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening at the Royal Opera House Muscat

   17:30 – 19:00

   Conclude the trip with a leisurely evening stroll around the illuminated opera building.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Ba Ban at W Muscat

   19:30 – 21:00

   End the trip with upscale Chinese dining overlooking the beachfront pool.