Salalah: Splendours of the East Half Day Tour
ID: GYG177093-269412
Category:
Country: Oman
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
See the true splendours of the East on a half day tour to Taqa village, Khor Rori, and Mirbat. Visit ancient villages, ruins, and immerse yourself in Eastern tradition.
Drive east and head towards Taqa, where on the way you will pass by the Royal Farm and Marmura House. Visit Taqa village, known for its dried sardines and its traditional and old Dhofari houses. From here, you will be able to get a glimpse into the rich history of the area and see an interesting castle which was once the official residence of the Governor of the village.
Then, see the ruins of Sumhurum (Khor Rori) at the eastern-most 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 and harbour for the shipping of Frankincense.
Afterwards, drive along the coastal roads which will lead you to Mirbat, the old city of Arabian horses and the slave trade. Stop for a photo at the Bin Ali tomb, pass by Mirbat Castle and the Old Merchant Houses, then head to Salalah.
Finally, stop at the natural spring of Ain Razat located at the foot of the Qara mountains.
Highlights
- Visit Oman and feel like a local
- See the ancient ruins of Khor Rori
- Get a glimpse into the rich history of Oman
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• 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
• The tour may be operated by a multi-lingual guide at an extra charge
• Not recommended for participants with back problems
• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• Not recommended for pregnant women
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Salalah Hotels
Salalah Airport
Salalah harbor ( for shore excursions passengers , please take the free shuttle bus in front of your cruise exit door to the port main gate , where your guide will be waiting for you)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
