Muscat city & dhow cruise
The capital in a day: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Mutrah corniche and souq, and sunset on the water from a traditional dhow.
- Region
- Muscat
- Length
- One day
- Best season
- November to March
Muscat in a day: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and its vast carpet and chandeliers in the morning, then the Mutrah corniche and its old souq, a look at Al Alam Palace and the forts of old Muscat, and sunset on the water from a traditional dhow.
How the trip goes
A draft plan; the order and the times are set in the final programme.
The Grand Mosque
A morning visit to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Mutrah
A walk along the Mutrah corniche and through the souq.
Old Muscat
Al Alam Palace and the old forts from outside.
Sunset by dhow
A cruise on a traditional dhow at sunset.
What the plan includes
DraftA draft; we send the final programme before anything is confirmed.
- A morning visit to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
- The Mutrah corniche and its traditional souq
- Al Alam Palace and the old Muscat forts from outside
- A sunset dhow cruise along the coast
Stops
- Grand Mosque
- Mutrah
- Old Muscat
What to bring
- Full-length clothing for the mosque; a headscarf for women
- Comfortable shoes
- A hat and sunscreen
- A light layer for the evening on the water
Good to know
- The Grand Mosque is open to visitors in the mornings except Friday; hours can change.
- Arms and legs must be covered in the mosque, and women need a headscarf.
- Mutrah souq is busier and livelier in the evening.
Frequently asked questions
What should I wear to visit the mosque?
Loose clothing that covers arms and legs; women also need a headscarf.
Is this a day trip?
Yes, from morning to sunset in Muscat.
How much does the tour cost?
The tour is not on sale yet and no price has been set. Pre-register and we send the details when places open.
Pre-register for this tour
This tour is not on sale yet. Message us and you will hear first when places open; no payment is taken.