Welcome to Oman. On arrival at Muscat International airport, you will be met by our local representative who will transfer you to your hotel. Check in and freshen up rest of the day is at leisure. Free to explore Muscat on your own.
Overnight at the hotel
After breakfast this morning, depart for a half day Muscat city tour. It offers the visitor a unique opportunity to witness a modern commercial centre existing in harmony with its traditional culture. With its natural harbour, Muscat means “Anchorage” & lies in a natural volcanic bowl. Our tour of the Grand Mosque (except Friday) & Bait Al Zubair Museum (except Friday) is a brief introduction that traces Oman’s history and development.
Drive along the waterfront Corniche visiting he colourful Muttrah Souq. (Option to visit Fish Market if guests are interested) We proceed for a photo stop to the magnificent Al Alam Palace, official palace of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts Mirani & Jalali. (Ladies fully covered and to carry a head scarf and men in trousers).
Afternoon at Leisure.
Overnight is at the hotel Breakfast
After breakfast this morning, transfer from the Muscat hotel to the Marina to embark on a boat as we search the seas for Dolphins and Whales. Watching wild dolphins is a thrilling way to start the day and the lucky may even come across one of the many species of whales that can be found just a few kilometers from Muscat’s rugged coast. Not every trip guarantees a sighting, but you are sure to enjoy a trip out to sea and enhance your knowledge of nature’s most fascinating marine mammals. Afternoon at Leisure.
Overnight is at the hotel Breakfast
After breakfast this morning, check out from the hotel. Transfer to Muscat airport for your flight to India. Return home with sweet memories of Muscat with Beacon Holidays.