This is a private 3-night trip to Salalah, in Oman's far south, for travelers who want a short, unhurried break by the sea. Two guided days cover the town, the frankincense trade, the mountains and the coast. The rest of the time is yours.
Salalah does not look like the Gulf you expect. Coconut and banana plantations run to the edge of town. The Qara Mountains rise behind the coast. For centuries this was the land of frankincense, and the resin is still sold by the handful in the souk.
The seasons shape the trip. From late June to early September the khareef monsoon brings mist, light rain and green hills. From October to April the sky clears, the sea calms and the beaches are at their best.
Suits: couples, families, and women traveling solo who want a calm few days with the logistics handled.

Itinerary
Day 1 · Arrival in Salalah
Your driver meets you at Salalah Airport and takes you to the hotel. The airport is close to town, so the transfer is short. The rest of the day is free.
Overnight in Salalah.
Day 2 · Salalah town, about 4 hours
Meals: breakfast
After breakfast, a half-day guided tour of Salalah, old and new.

• Tomb of Nabi Imran. A long, simple tomb that local tradition links to the father of Maryam.
• The plantations. A slow drive past coconut, banana and papaya groves that feed the town.
• Al Baleed Archaeological Park and the Museum of the Frankincense Land. The ruins of the old port and a clear story of Dhofar's sea trade.
• The old Sultan's Palace. A photo stop.
• The Frankincense Souq. Resin, burners, local perfume, traditional dress and crafts.

The afternoon and evening are free.
Overnight in Salalah.
Day 3 · East and West Salalah, about 8 hours
Meals: breakfast
A full day out with your guide, first east, then west.

• Taqah. An old fishing town with a small castle, traditional houses and a long beach.
• Wadi Darbat. A wide green valley with a lake and pools. The waterfalls run mainly during and just after the khareef.
• Ain Razat. A quiet spring and garden at the foot of the hills.
• The Qara Mountains. The road west climbs through the hills before dropping to the sea.
• Mughsail Beach. White sand under the cliffs. The blowholes push sea water up through the rock, strongest at high tide. Small sea caves sit at the western end.

You return to the hotel in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Salalah.
Day 4 · Departure
Meals: breakfast
After breakfast, a private transfer to Salalah Airport for your flight.
What's included

• Meet by our driver at Airport, with private return transfers
• 3 nights' accommodation in a 4-star hotel, with breakfast
• Two private guided tours, half day and full day
• Arabic- and English-speaking driver and guide
• Entrance fees to all sites in the itinerary

Not included

• Flights to Salalah and Oman visa
• Travel insurance
• Lunches and dinners
• Tips for guide and driver
• Anything not listed under What's included

• Mughsail blowholes. They are strongest at high tide and when the sea is up. On calm days they can be quiet. Your guide times the visit as well as the tides allow.
• What to wear. Light clothes, with shoulders and knees covered at the tomb and in the souq. Bring a scarf for the Tomb of Nabi Imran.
• Free time. Lunches and dinners are not included, so you choose where and when to eat. We are happy to suggest places.
• Add a few days. Salalah works well as a slow beach stay. Extra nights are easy to add.

Booking notes

• Rates are subject to hotel availability at the time of confirmation.
• The final hotel is confirmed on booking. A similar property may be used if the listed one is full.
• Any service not listed under What's included is not part of the package.

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