Day 1 Focus•Anchored near Mutrah Corniche / Old Town
Hatta Border Crossing, Batinah Highway & Mutrah Corniche
06:30–12:00
Hatta / Al Wajajah Border & Batinah Expressway
transitDubai to Muscat HighwayDepart Dubai early via E44 to clear Hatta/Al Wajajah border, then join Oman's smooth 8-lane Batinah Expressway straight into Muscat.
🚕 Includes 45m cab transit buffer
⚡ Pro-tip: Buy Oman motor insurance online or at the Al Wajajah border booth before queuing for passport stamps.
₹7,790
15:30–18:00
Mutrah Fort & Historic Souq Labyrinth
landmarkMutrah CornicheWalk from your Mutrah basecamp up the stone steps of 16th-century Mutrah Fort for harbour views, then browse frankincense and silver khanjars in Mutrah Souq.
🚕 Includes 15m walk transit buffer
⚡ Pro-tip: Climb the eastern watchtower of Mutrah Fort at 17:00 for the cleanest lighting over the Sultan's yachts.
₹1,039
18:30–20:30
Corniche Promenade & Omani Meshkak Dinner
foodMutrah WaterfrontWalk the curved waterfront promenade to Al Alam Palace gates and feast on charcoal-grilled beef meshkak skewers and Omani bread.
🚕 Includes 20m walk transit buffer
⚡ Pro-tip: Stop at Kargeen or a local corniche tea stall for hot Omani karak infused with cardamom and saffron.
₹2,077