Muscat Vacation Packages and Tours

Overview

Lying on the Arabian Sea, along the Gulf of Oman is Muscat, a progressive and forward-thinking city that serves as the capital of Oman. Representing a crossroads of cultures and an interesting blend of old and new, Muscat is a must-see destination on an Oman vacation.

It is not surprising that the name Muscat translates to “anchorage” as the sea has always played a major role in the city’s history. A trading post since as early as the first century AD, Muscat helped to connect the east to the west. The city gained momentum during the 16th century attracting Portuguese explorers who ruled until 1650. Muscat became the capital in 1793 and Oman remained relatively isolated from the rest of the world until the 1970s when it began to open its doors to trade and tourism.