Salalah Extension

Depart Muscat on your flight to Salalah, capital of the Dhofar region. Transfer to your resort.
Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara (Premier Sea View Room)

Drive east to the little fishing village of Taqah, with its interesting castle surrounded by watchtowers and stone houses. Proceed to Khor Rori creek, the site of the ruined city of Samhuram and capital of ancient Arabia’s frankincense trade. Continue to Mirbat, the ancient capital of Dhofar, an important town as early as the 9th century for its trade in frankincense, horses and slaves. See some of the old houses famous for their woodcarving. One of Dhofar’s best known historic sites is Bin Ali’s Tomb, whose twin domed structure is a fine example of medieval architecture. Later explore Prophet Job’s Tomb, perched high up in the mountains. Continue to Mughsayl beach to see the blow-holes and en route view the stark shapes of the leafless frankincense trees that dot the landscape. Once traded as a commodity more precious than gold, frankincense harvested in Dhofar is rated the best in the world (B).
Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara (Premier Sea View Room)

Day at leisure for you to relax or explore more of Oman’s second city (B).
Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara (Premier Sea View Room)

Morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for your return flight to Muscat (B).