7-Hour Salalah and Empty Quarter Desert Tour with Frankincense and Ubar Exploration
Highlights
Salalah
nature, photography, Desert
Group Tour
7 Hours
Easy
Arabic, English
Description
Discover the breathtaking landscapes and rich history of Salalah and the Empty Quarter Desert on this immersive 7-hour tour. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Wadi Dawka, home to the largest natural collection of frankincense trees, and learn about the ancient significance and modern uses of this treasured resin. Explore the Lost City of Ubar, an archaeological marvel dating back thousands of years, and visit its on-site museum. Experience thrilling desert driving across the vast sands of the Rub al Khali, also known as the Empty Quarter, and witness a stunning sunset over the rolling dunes.
Itinerary
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7-Hour Itinerary: Salalah and Empty Quarter Desert Exploration
- 12:30 AM - 1:00 AM. Pick up from your hotel in Salalah and prepare for departure.
- 1:00 AM - 2:00 AM. Visit Wadi Dawka, the Frankincense Valley and UNESCO World Heritage site.
Explore the largest natural collection of frankincense trees.
Learn about the history and modern uses of frankincense.
- 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM. Proceed to The Lost City of Ubar, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Discover the ancient city remains dating back to 2800 B.C.
Visit the on-site museum showcasing archaeological findings.
- 3:00 AM - 4:30 AM. Enter the Rub al Khali Desert, also known as the Empty Quarter.
Experience thrilling driving on fine desert sands.
Observe the vast desert landscape and mountain foothills.
- 4:30 AM - 5:30 AM. Enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the sand dunes.
Capture memorable photos of the desert scenery.
- 5:30 AM - 6:00 AM. Drive back to Salalah city.
- 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM. Conclude the tour with drop off at your hotel or preferred location.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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