Half day Splendors of the East Tour

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About this activity

Drive towards east. On the way to Taqa, you will pass by the Royal Farm and Marmura House.

To the East of Taqa lies the ruin of Sumhurum (Khor Rori), The city was the easternmost outpost of the Hadramawt Kingdom on the 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, believed to have been the hub & harbour for the shipping of Frankincense (UNESCO World Heritage site) this place is believed to be the palace of the famous Queen sheba.

A drive along the coastal road leads you to Mirbat the old city of Arabian horses and Slave trade. Now you will have a photo stop at Bin Ali tomb (dates back to the 14th century), passing by Mirbat Castle and the Old Merchant Houses, then heading to Salalah, . The last stop will be at natural spring of Ain Razat "a beautiful park surrounded by hills" located At the foot of the Qara mountains.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Oman Day Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour
Included: Bottled water
Included: National Park fees
Included: Round-trip private transfer
Included: Driver/guide
Included: Local taxes
Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge
Included: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Included: Transport by private vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

one hour

this is one of the rich tours among Oman Day Tours .Visit Oman ,Drive towards east. On the way to Taqa, you will pass by the Royal Farm and Marmura House. Taqa village is known for Dried Sardines, traditional & old Dhofari Houses.
Taqah Castle

30 min Admission included

A very interesting castle can be seen here in this spot ,which was the formal official residence of the Governor of taga village long time ago & obtain a glimpse into the rich history of this area.
Sumhuram Old City

one hour Admission included

To the East of Taqa lies the ruin of Sumhurum (Khor Rori), The city was the easternmost outpost of the Hadramawt Kingdom on the 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, believed to have been the hub & harbour for the shipping of Frankincense (UNESCO World Heritage site) this place is believed to be the palace of the famous Queen sheba.
Mirbat

one hour

A drive along the coastal road leads you to Mirbat the old city of Arabian horses and Slave trade.
Bin Ali Tomb

Passing by

Now you will have a photo stop at Bin Ali tomb (dates back to the 14th century),
Mirbat Castle

Passing by

passing by Mirbat Castle and the Old Merchant Houses,
Stop 7

30 min

The last stop will be at natural spring of Ain Razat "a beautiful park surrounded by hills" located At the foot of the Qara mountains.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Al Jabal Hotel
Darbat Hotel
Gateway Salalah Serviced Apartments
Star Emirates Downtown
OYO 114 Star Emirates Royal
Today House Suites
Salalah Royals Hotel Suites
OYO 105 Star House 05
Today Furnished Apartments
Salalah Royal Hotel Suites
Argaan Salalah Furnished Apartment
Star House Grand

and 27 more pickup points

As it is Private trip , Pick up time flexible .

Recommended pick up time before 9:00 AM

You will receive your pick up time after Confirmation

Pick up from Any location inside Salalah or Salalah Airport or Salalah Harbor ( shore excursions passengers )

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide with Extra charge
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel