The excursion begins with a visit to the old fishing village of 'Taqah', famous for the manufacture of 'Dried Sardines'.

Visit the century old 'Taqah Castle', the former official residence of the 'Wali' (Governor) of the region & obtain a glimpse into the rich history of the region.

Continue onto the ancient ruins of the once famous city of Sumharam (Khor Rohri). Khor Rori was an important port on the coast of Dhofar, and one of the major trading cities with frankincense, believed to have been the hub & harbor for the shipping of Frankincense (UNESCO World Heritage site).

Mirbat will also be visited, the ancient capital of Dhofar, where you can see the old houses famous for their woodcarvings. Return to Salalah via Ayn Razat where the well-manicured gardens fed by natural underground springs, offers additional views of this verdant land.