Private tour to Al Hajar villages and to Al Hoota cave from Muscat with lunch
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Private tour to Al Hajar villages and to Al Hoota cave from Muscat with lunch

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$420.08
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 8 hours to 9 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • 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 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
  • check Bottles of mineral water on board
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Lunch
  • check Private transportation
  • check Private tour
  • check Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
  • check Tour guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on site)
  • x_not_included Health/travel insurance
  • x_not_included Tips
  • x_not_included Personal expenses
Where
Meeting point:
This activity includes pick-up from hotels in Muscat, you'll indicate your pick-up address at checkout.
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
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Provider
AFAQ Travel & Tourism
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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