City & beachMuscat City & Beach
- 5★ beach hotel in Muscat
- Direct flights from London Heathrow
- Return airport transfers
From£899per person · 2 sharing
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Muscat & Salalah
Three nights in Muscat, then a short flight south to Salalah for four nights by the sea, with half board in Salalah, flights and transfers.
- 7 nights
- Half board, B&B in Muscat
- UK flights plus a domestic flight
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£1,199
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
A city stay and a beach holiday in one trip. Start with three nights in Muscat, for the Grand Mosque, Mutrah’s corniche and souq, and Old Muscat, then take a domestic flight south to Salalah, approx. 1 hour 35 minutes, for four nights at a beach hotel.
In Muscat you stay in a 5-star hotel with breakfast; in Salalah, a 5-star beach hotel with breakfast and dinner. The package includes direct flights from London Heathrow, the domestic flights to and from Salalah and all your transfers.
- Duration
- 8 days, 7 nights
- Board
- B&B in Muscat, half board in Salalah
- Hotels
- 5★ in Muscat and Salalah
- Flights
- UK flights plus a domestic flight
- Transfers
- In Muscat and Salalah
- Good for
- Couples, families, friends
5★ hotels in Muscat and Salalah
In Muscat you stay in a 5-star city hotel, close to Mutrah or Qurum. In Salalah you stay in a 5-star beach hotel with pools, gardens and sunbeds by the sea, with breakfast and dinner included. We confirm both hotels with each quote.
Hotel features
- Breakfast at both hotels
- Dinner included in Salalah
- Pools at your beach hotel
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Family rooms on request
Times on your trip
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosqueapprox. 15–20 mins by road
- Mutrah Cornicheapprox. 5–25 mins by road
- Muscat to Salalah flightapprox. 1 hr 35 mins
- Al Baleed Archaeological Parkapprox. 10–20 mins by road
- Wadi Darbatapprox. 45 mins by road
- Mughsail beachapprox. 45 mins by road
Times are approximate and depend on your hotels and traffic.
Included in the price
Included
- Direct return flights from London Heathrow, with checked baggage
- Domestic flights between Muscat and Salalah
- 3 nights in a 5★ hotel in Muscat, with breakfast
- 4 nights in a 5★ beach hotel in Salalah, with half board
- Transfers in Muscat and Salalah
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Tours, guides and entry fees
- Lunches, drinks and dinners in Muscat
- Extras such as seat selection or extra baggage
Before you go
Flight time
Approx. 7 hours direct from London Heathrow to Muscat (MCT), then approx. 1 hour 35 minutes on the domestic flight to Salalah (SLL).
Time difference
Oman is 4 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 3 hours ahead in summer.
Money
The currency is the Omani rial (OMR), divided into 1,000 baisa. Cards are accepted in most hotels and malls; carry some cash for souqs and taxis.
Dress and customs
Dress modestly away from the beach and pool, with shoulders and knees covered. During Ramadan, avoid eating or drinking in public in daylight.
Language
Arabic is the official language. English is widely spoken in hotels, restaurants and shops.
Weather
From October to April Muscat averages 25–34°C and Salalah 27–32°C. From late June to September, Salalah’s khareef brings mist, drizzle and green hills.
Day by day
These are suggestions; tours, guides and entry fees are not included.
- Day 1
Arrive in Muscat
Fly direct from London Heathrow to Muscat, approx. 7 hours. Your driver takes you to your hotel, approx. 20 to 40 minutes.
- Days 2–3
Muscat
Visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in the morning (Saturday to Thursday), walk the corniche and souq at Mutrah, and see Al Alam Palace and the forts of Old Muscat.
- Day 4
Fly to Salalah
Take a domestic flight to Salalah, approx. 1 hour 35 minutes, then transfer to your beach hotel, approx. 15 to 30 minutes. Breakfast and dinner are included from here.
- Days 5–7
Salalah
Spend your days on the beach, or visit Al Baleed Archaeological Park and the frankincense souq in Al Haffa. Further out are Wadi Darbat and Taqah to the east, and the blowholes at Mughsail, approx. 45 minutes west.
- Day 8
Fly home
Breakfast at your hotel, then your transfer to Salalah Airport for your flight home via Muscat.
Questions about this package
How do I get from Muscat to Salalah?
By a domestic flight, approx. 1 hour 35 minutes, with Oman Air or SalamAir. There are several flights a day, and the flights and transfers are included.
Is the Salalah part half board?
Yes. Breakfast and dinner are included at your beach hotel in Salalah. In Muscat, breakfast is included and you’re free to try local restaurants for lunch and dinner.
What is the khareef?
The monsoon season in Salalah, from late June to September. It brings cooler air, mist and drizzle, and turns the hills and Wadi Darbat green. The sea is often too rough for swimming then, so for a beach holiday October to April suits better.
Do I fly home from Salalah?
Yes. You fly from Salalah to Muscat and connect there for your flight to London, so you don’t need another night in Muscat. We can add one if you’d like.
Can I change the number of nights?
Yes. You can stay longer in either place, or add a night in the desert or a day in Nizwa before you fly south. Tell us your dates and we’ll price it for you.
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Call us or send an enquiry, and we’ll check prices for your dates, suggest hotels and change the package to suit you.