Splendors of Dhofar

Today morning you will be picked up for the tour by our guide. This morning we will start our tour with a visit to the “Museum of the Frankincense Land”. Opened in July 2007 at Al Balid Archaeological Park, a UNESCO heritage site located in Salalah, the Frankincense Land Museum is the latest addition to Oman’s heritage and cultural scene. It houses two main halls, namely the History Hall, depicting the geography, history of the ancient Frankincense trail, and the historical background of the Sultanate through a number of archaeological findings, and The Marine Hall, featuring displays about the development of Oman’s rich marine history. A complete history of the Maritime trade & ship-building industry of Oman could be experienced here, with meticulously carved replicas of the ancient boats & ships of the Omani Maritime trade. Drive through lush green plantations of vegetables & fruits. Make a brief stop to experience the locally grown fruits and vegetables at fruits and vegetable stall. Visit the impressive Sultan Qaboos Mosque in central Salalah. Built-in 2009 the mosque welcomes thousands of worshippers. The largest mosque in Salalah is open for non-Muslim visitors from Saturdays to Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. View the Official Palace of His Majesty the Sultan (Al Husn Palace) & stroll through the old Haffah souk, famous for the sale of high-quality Frankincense & numerous other Dhofari traditional souvenirs. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. Overnight stay at a hotel in Salalah.

Today morning at 0830 Hrs. you will be picked up by our guide for the tour. We start our half-day exploration of Dhofar by driving towards the 'Qara' mountains, on a road steadily winding up a steep incline; herds of camels & cattle are a common sight which gives a scenic view of a traditional Dhofari rural beauty. Visit the ancient tomb of 'Prophet Job' situated in the scenic green mountains of the Salalah Plains. Experience the legendary story of Prophet Job and his devoutness. Next proceed to the beach of Mughsail, where the white sand touches the deep blue of the ocean at high tide, where waves burst through the natural titanic 'Blow Holes', at the far end of the ‘Rocky beach' with a cave-like entrance. We thereafter continue along the 'Hair-pin-bend' road towards the Western Border of Oman, with its breathtaking cliffs on either side to see the historical 'Frankincense trees' growing in their natural habitat, deep down in the valleys, dotting the dry & craggy countryside. We take a short walk into the valleys to smell the 'Holy Incense' amidst the scenic view of the region. On our return journey, we make a photo stop at the lagoon at Mughsail where migratory birds, occasionally flamingos are a common sight. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. The overnight stay will be at a hotel in Salalah.