17-night 2026 World Cruise Segment: Mahe To Cape Town

2026 Salalah Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition

Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.

Start your tour by immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Al Husn Souq, also known as Salalah Souq. Wander through its narrow alleys filled with stalls selling traditional Omani handicrafts, incense, spices, and clothing. Don't forget to bargain for souvenirs! Drive to Al Baleed Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the ruins of the ancient port city of Zafar, dating back to the 12 ^th Century. Visit the Museum of the Frankincense Land within the park to learn about the history of the region's frankincense trade.

Head to Al Mughsail Beach, located approximately 40 kilometers west of Salalah. Enjoy the scenic drive along the coastal road, with panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and rugged cliffs. Spend some time relaxing on the pristine sandy beach or take a stroll along the shoreline. While at Al Mughsail Beach, don't miss the opportunity to witness the Mughsail Blowholes in action. These natural rock formations create spectacular geysers when waves crash against the cliffs, shooting water high into the air. It's a mesmerizing sight, especially during high tide. On your way back to Salalah, make a stop at Taqah Castle, located in the village of Taqah. This well-preserved fortification offers insight into the region's history and architecture. Explore its rooms, courtyards, and exhibits showcasing Omani heritage.

Take a detour to explore the lush gardens and plantations surrounding Salalah, particularly during the Khareef (monsoon) season when the landscape transforms into a verdant paradise. Admire the coconut palm groves, banana plantations, and other crops cultivated in the area.

Conclude your tour with a visit to Haffa Souq, a bustling market specializing in frankincense, traditional Omani garments, and local crafts. It's a great place to pick up last-minute souvenirs or indulge in some authentic Omani cuisine at nearby eateries.

Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.

Included:

• Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
• Entrance fees for listed sights
• Bottled water in the vehicle

Excluded:

• Gratuities to guide and driver
• Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
• Items of personal nature

2026 Salalah Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition

Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *

Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.

Included:

• Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
• Bottled water in the vehicle

Excluded:

• Gratuities to guide and driver
• Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
• Entrance fees
• Items of personal nature

*Mileage restrictions may apply.

2026 Aqaba Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition

Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.

Start your tour with a visit to Aqaba Castle, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of the city and the Red Sea. Take a leisurely drive along the Corniche, Aqaba's scenic waterfront promenade, enjoying views of the coastline and cityscape.

Explore the Aqaba Archaeological Museum to learn about the region's history and view artifacts from ancient civilizations. Drive to the Aqaba Marine Park for snorkeling, diving, or relaxing on the beach, surrounded by vibrant marine life and coral reefs. Experience Aqaba's vibrant culture by visiting local markets, where you can shop for spices, textiles, and souvenirs.

If time allows, explore the ruins of Islamic Ayla City, an archaeological site showcasing an early Islamic settlement.

Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.

Included:

• Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
• Entrance fees for listed sights
• Bottled water in the vehicle

Excluded:

• Gratuities to guide and driver
• Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
• Items of personal nature

2026 Aqaba Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition

Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *

Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.

Included:

• Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
• Bottled water in the vehicle

Excluded:

• Gratuities to guide and driver
• Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
• Entrance fees
• Items of personal nature

*Mileage restrictions may apply.

2026 Cape Town Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Trans Africa Safaris

Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.

The Mother City

Romantic, beautiful, mysterious, Cape Town is a never-ending source of wonder and fascination to both visitor and resident. You’ll depart the harbour in a private vehicle with driver who is also your guide and visit Signal Hill.

As the most accessible of Cape Town’s three peaks, Signal Hill is a prime spot for catching sunset over the city. In addition to its spectacular scenery, Signal Hill also harbors the Noon Gun, a Dutch naval gun, which is fired at 12 noon daily. Next, choose to visit either Kirstenbosch National Botanic Gardens OR Constantia wine valley.

Kirstenbosch National Botanic Gardens is considered one of the great botanic gardens in the world. Few gardens can match the sheer grandeur of the setting of Kirstenbosch, against the eastern slopes of Cape Town’s Table Mountain.

A visit to the Constantia wine valley includes one (1) wine taste per person - sample the fruit of the vine in every glass of our world-renowned wines - Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting, Constantia Uitsig and Steenberg. The very names breathe the aroma of the wines of South Africa and these estates have guarded their heritage as producers of fine wines.

Included:

• Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking driver/guide for 4 hours
• Entrance fees for listed sights
• Gratuities to driver/guide*
• Bottled water in the vehicle

Excluded:

• Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
• Items of personal nature

*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.

2026 Cape Town Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Trans Africa Safaris

Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *

Guests have the option to drive up to 50 km/31 mi from the harbour.

Included:

• Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking driver/guide for 4 hours
• Bottled water in the vehicle
• Gratuities to driver/guide **

Excluded:

• Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
• Entrance fees
• Items of personal nature

*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s discretion.