Salalah East & West Combination(Salalah tours):Oman Shore excursions
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Salalah East & West Combination(Salalah tours):Oman Shore excursions

By Oman Day Tours
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Duration: 7–8 hours
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Live guide: English
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  • Fuel surcharge
  • Local taxes
  • National Park fees
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Entry/Admission - Taqah Castle
  • Entry/Admission - Sumhuram Old City
What's not included
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • 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 )
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Salalah Airport, Salalah Oman
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Salalah
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Infant seats available
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 13787P36

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • 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
        • Most travelers can participate
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 13787P36

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        • Oman Day Tours
          663
          Muscat, Oman
          Joined in July 2013
        • Climber29243459225
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Beyond expectations!
          Had the best time with our 'fab' guide, Jihad! Right as we left, he had us try some local Omani chips and tea. We love trying local snacks and this was amazing. Went dune bashing.. Took a camel ride and feed the camels some bread. Thanks to Jihad, the camels came up and close and it was such a different experience. We then went to Wadi Bani Khalid and were encouraged to swim. It was magical. No crowds, crystal clear oasis water and some fish pedicure. Can never to back to 'normal' swimming pools now. Jihad's playful energy added to the fun. Some great conversations about Omani culture and lifestyle on our way back. Great restaurant recommendations for us foodies. What better way to experience a city than have well travelled and young local guide showing us around. Great day!
          Written February 10, 2025
        • sahilm687
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The best Oman day tour experience
          We had a splendid day tour of the glorious Wahiba sands and the mesmerising Wadi Bani Khalid with our tour guide Jihad. He picked us up from our hotel and we had the greatest time with him till the time he dropped us back in the evening. He introduced us to the oman culture and history, showed us various spots even on the way to our destinations, provided us with delicacies and coffee regularly and it was a pleasure having conversations with him about everything. He took us to great places to dine at and also captured photos and videos of us whenever we asked. The Sand dunes were glorious and Jihad made sure we had fun when we were driving through the desert. The Oasis we saw at the Wadi Bani Khalid is the most beautiful destination we have come across and we even got to swim in the clear water. Overall it was the best day of our tour and it was all thanks to the wonderful company of Jihad.
          Written February 9, 2025
        • sahilm687
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day tour
          Great day tour with great company. Our driver cum guide Khalid made sure we enjoyed every single moment. He introduced us to the local culture and cuisines and showed the region in great detail. Not to mention he has great taste in music and even better driving skills. Completely worth our time and money.
          Written February 8, 2025
        • roven1823
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Royal Oman experience
          Our trip to the dunes and the wadi was made special by our guide Jihad Almamari who gave us a taste of Oman. He kept us thoughouly engaged throughout the day with content about Omani culture and way of life. He ensured that we got the best of shopping and food by giving us a flavor of buffet and street food and did not leave any stone unturned to give us a amazing experience.
          Written January 30, 2025
        • IanH520
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Much more than we ever expected
          This was our first time in Oman, and we loved every minute of our adventure exploring coast desert and mountain on our 6 day tour. It will take a while to process all of the brilliant experiences we had. The incredible beauty of this country spans its amazing geography and geology. Its ancient history so beautifully restored, its delicious food influenced from the surrounding countries and beyond. And most of all the calm kind hospitality of the Omani people. We lucked out getting Adil as our wonderful, knowledgeable, patient and generous guide. We laughed and we learned. And we are left keen to come back to continue the adventure. Thank you Adil. Only tweak we would suggest would be to stay in central Nizwa rather than on the outskirts.
          Written January 16, 2025
        • Benjamin M
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Incredible day trip from Muscat
          This was the absolute best thing we did on our trip to Oman and UAE. Nizwa fort is amazing, and Jebel Shams was absolutely dizzying and breathtaking. Our guide, Khalid, was extremely kind, courteous, and pleasant over the long 11 hour trip, and we loved getting to know him. He was especially helpful in the Nizwa Souq, where he gave us a tour of various dates, spices, halva, saffron, honey, and more. Unlike other souqs we visited, the merchants were helpful and patient rather than pushy. If you're in Muscat, you have to get out of the city to see more of this beautiful country.
          Written January 15, 2025
        • Z2439MXfrankp
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Trip to Jebel Shams
          Said was a great guide and the trip to Jebel Shams and Nizwa was perfect. We couldn’t have been happier with the time in the Nizwa souq, visiting the mountain and talking with Said throughout the day. And you so much for the wonderful memories!
          Written January 7, 2025
        • Iriana I
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great private tour in Oman
          Jihad our tour guide was lovely and patient. Gave us great museum suggestions for kids. Took us for Halwa (Omani sweets) and we stopped for shawarma while at the souk. Jihad gave us tips on what's considered a reasonably priced things and what isn't just to put things in context. Grand mosque was stunning even in moonlight. We didn't make it for visitor times 8-11 but we still get to experience the mosque.
          Written December 14, 2024
        • sianagh
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          cancelled last minute
          cancelled last minute because there were not enough people booked. I received a text late the night before and had to reorganise something the following morning. Mine was a late booking, but still disappointing.
          Written December 9, 2024
        • canajian1
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Memorable cruise!!
          We cruised on the jewel and had a great 7 island cruise. The boat was beautiful the staff was friendly and helpful and we had a wonderful time, Puerto Rico, U s virgin islands, St Kitts, Antigua, Barbados, and St Maarten..
          Written November 27, 2024
        • laurarP4026TV
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Unforgettable tour with amazing tour guide!
          Our trip to Wahiba Desert and Wadi Bani Khalid was an incredible experience, thanks to our amazing guide, Jihad, who went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. From the start, Jihad’s professionalism and warm personality set the tone. His deep knowledge of the region, its culture, and his genuine passion for sharing Oman’s beauty made the journey exceptional. In the Wahiba Desert, he guided us to stunning photo spots, a local Bedouin house for tea, and shared fascinating stories. At Wadi Bani Khalid, Jihad showed us the best swimming spots and hidden gems in this oasis paradise. His attention to detail—ensuring we were comfortable, hydrated, and capturing perfect photos—made all the difference. If you want a mix of stunning landscapes, adventure, and cultural immersion, this is it. With Jihad as your guide, you’re guaranteed an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!
          Written November 26, 2024
        • marcomS5470LU
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          fantastic day with fantastic Omani guide
          We had a fantastic day and all this thanks to our friend Said our guide who accompanied us on all the routes both on the sand with 4x4 cars and in the Oasis where we refreshed ourselves... For lunch he made us taste the Omani cuisine... What can I say? Everything super. Recommended trip for those who do not want to worry about anything.. Relaxxx .. Thanks again to the driver Said for the explanations and for his super advice.. Marco and Alessio
          Written November 26, 2024
        • Expedition491648
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fantastic tour of Muscat
          We had a fantastic tour of Muscat with Khalil. All the places we went to were very interesting and the Mosque and the Opera House were beautiful. Khalil was a great guide, very courteous and friendly and he gave us excellent information on every place we visited. We particularly enjoyed trying the local bread, snacks and sweets. Thank you Khalil for a great morning!
          Written November 17, 2024
        • SilviVerY
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing
          We had an amazing time on our 5 days tour! A big thanks to our guide & driver Yassir who made our experience unforgettable! Professional, friendly, patient & funny! Definetly highly recommend it!! Nice hotels, great spots visited! Thank you again for this amazing time in beautiful Oman!
          Written November 16, 2024
        • hilarymB2284ER
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Muscat city tour
          Aziz did a wonderful tour. We went to the Grande Mosque which was amazing. Then the Opera House where there was a guide to tell us the history & how the stages could be adapted for various types of concerts. He took us to the souq, the Al Alarm Palace & showed us the forts. I would definitely recommend Aziz.
          Written November 11, 2024
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        Diane H
        7 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2022 • Couples
        We had an outstanding tour while our ship was in port. What a better way to go! Our guide was fantastic and truly loved showing us his country. We had a lot of time to discuss the history and current events of Oman. We had a great lunch in a local restaurant which was scrumptious. We even tried camel meat. Overall this was such a beautiful day due to our guide and the amazing country of Oman.
        Thank yo all so much!
        Written December 8, 2022
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        Sid S
        Hong Kong, China34 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2019
        Our driver Mohammed met us at lobby at 8:30am. As we didn’t have breakfast at the hotel, driver helped us grab an egg “sandwich” and coffee for breakfast. First we stopped at Taqah to see Taqah Castle, the former residence of the Wali (chief) there.

        Next we drove to the UNESCO heritage site of Sumhuram. It might have been the palace of Queen Sheba but no one can tell for sure. The excavation is still going on. It’s sitting on a very strategic location, on a mount facing the sea with two big mountains guarding the entry, and the other side is a valley with water source. It’s supposed to be an important location for Frankincense trade. It's a must-see in Salalah and totally blows your mind when you think about the history and significance of this place.

        Next we drove to a holy man grave. He’s from Prophet Mohammed tribe in Mecca, came to Salalah to preach.

        We continued to drive East. We reached Mirbat, another important frankincense trading city but now a fishing city. We visited the Mirbat castle, only opened a year ago, also former residence of the Wali. Then the fish market.

        Then we headed back west. First stop at a spring, on the way to Salalah. Then we stopped at the local market where I bought 0.5 kilo of top grade frankincense.

        Lunch at a Lebanese restaurant in Salalah. Continuing west, we reached a very long stretch of sandy beach with no property on it. Next to it was the Marneef caves. This is the most scenic part of Salalah in my opinion.

        We saw flamingo birds. Further into the hills we saw wild frankincense trees - people cut the bark so that sap is produced, and when it hardens it becomes ready for burning.

        After that we returned to the hotel, stopping briefly at the sultan’s palace on the way. The tour finished around 5pm.
        Written December 25, 2019
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