Free Cancellation
Language:
English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 9 Hours
Do this because
Explore ancient villages in the Al Hajar mountains area
Enjoy a traditional lunch in a local restaurant
Admire the magic world of the Al Hoota cave
What to expect
Enjoy a guided and private tour from Muscat to discover the magic world and ancient villages. Start your day out at 8.00 AM and meet your guide. Leave for an adventurous tour in the Al Hajar Mountains area. Stop in Al Hamra, an old village located in a paradisiac oasis. Stroll through the grooves and ancient mud houses, that are surrounded by greeneries palm trees.Then, move to Misfat Al Abriyeen, a unique village located 1,000 m above sea level on the mountain foothills surrounding the center of Al Hamra. Explore the old village on your own, and see its falaj...
Enjoy a guided and private tour from Muscat to discover the magic world and ancient villages. Start your day out at 8.00 AM and meet your guide. Leave for an adventurous tour in the Al Hajar Mountains area. Stop in Al Hamra, an old village located in a paradisiac oasis. Stroll through the grooves and ancient mud houses, that are surrounded by greeneries palm trees.Then, move to Misfat Al Abriyeen, a unique village located 1,000 m above sea level on the mountain foothills surrounding the center of Al Hamra. Explore the old village on your own, and see its falaj system for water irrigation. Have a stop in one of the new modern coffe shops just opened in the historical houses. Make a lunch stop on the way and eat in a typical restaurant.Continue your tour and reach the Al Hoota Cave, located at the foot of Jebel Shams, Oman’s highest mountain. It is the first and only show cave in the Arabian Peninsula, estimated to be over 2 million years old and with a total length of around 4.5 kilometers. Admire all the stalagmites, stalactites, and the magnificent lion of Al Hoota Cave, formed by mineral deposits as water drips into or moves through the cave system. Once re-emerged from this magical world, you will start your journey back to Muscat.
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What's included
Bottles of mineral water on board
Entrance fees
Lunch
Private transportation
Private tour
Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
Tour guide
What's not included
Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on site)
Health/travel insurance
Tips
Personal expenses
What to remember
Not allowed:
No bare shoulders and knees for adults, no transparent clothes. You must be respectful of the country's rules
Know in advance:
Please confirm the pick-up place and time directly with the local partner at least 48 hours before departure. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking
Please choose the tickets depending on your group size. Tickets for children can be booked in addition to the group from the "private tour" option. The tour is free for infants under 3 years old
Please note that the tour could be subjected to any unpredicted change during the Ramadan period. However, the local partner will always be ready to support the guests and guarantee the best services possible. Furthermore, the tour will not be available on the religious holidays established by Oman law (e.g. Eid days)
At checkout, please indicate if you need a vegetarian lunch
Your belongings are your own responsibility and the local partner is not responsible for any lost belongings during the trip
Remember to bring:
Sneakers/hiking shoes and comfortable clothes
Provider
AFAQ Travel & Tourism
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Meeting point:
This activity includes pick-up from hotels in Muscat, you'll indicate your pick-up address at checkout.