Drive across the Qara Mountains and on to the Nejd area of Dhofar. Dhofars most remarkable and popular site with its unspoilt and magical sand dunes. We recommend it highly among Salalah Tours and Oman Day Tours as a whole and you will take an unforgettable memory to share with your family and friends back home. We make a brief stop at Thumrait which was famous as a Bedouin settlement. We drive further to the daunting Empty Quarter or Rub Al Khali. Here we find high sand dunes that rise to a height of 250 metres and above. From here, we drive to the lost city of Ubar, According to myth, the desert swallowed up Ubar. Quite literally, it sank without trace -becoming the fabled Atlantis of the Sands. This once buried city, which was spotted by satellite, gives you a glimpse of the value of work carried out by a team of explorers in 1982, led by Sir Ranulph Fiennes. We will have lunch at Thumrait. On our return to Salalah, we pass by Frankincense trees.
In demand: 30 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Drive across the Qara Mountains and on to the Nejd area of Dhofar. Dhofars most remarkable and popular site with its unspoilt and magical sand dunes. We recommend it highly among Salalah Tours and Oman Day Tours as a whole and you will take an unforgettable memory to share with your family and friends back home.
We make a brief stop at Thumrait which was famous as a Bedouin settlement.
We drive further to the daunting Empty Quarter or Rub Al Khali. Here we find high sand dunes that rise to a height of 250 metres and above.
From here, we drive to the lost city of Ubar, According to myth, the desert swallowed up Ubar. On our return to Salalah, we pass by Frankincense trees. Return to hotel.this one of the highly recommended tour among Oman Desert tours. Quite literally, it sank without trace -becoming the fabled Atlantis of the Sands. This once buried city, which was spotted by satellite, gives you a glimpse of the value of work carried out by a team of explorers in 1982, led by Sir Ranulph Fiennes.
As it is Private trip , Pick up time flexible . Recommended pick up time before 9:00 AM You will receive your pick up time after Confirmation Pick up from Any location inside Salalah or Salalah Airport or Salalah Harbor ( shore excursions passengers )
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Empty Quarter & Lost City from Salalah lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $535 per person for this Salalah experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
It can: 30 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. As it is Private trip , Pick up time flexible . Recommended pick up time before 9:00 AM You will receive your pick up time after Confirmation Pick up from Any location inside Salalah or Salalah Airport or Salalah Harbor ( shore excursions passengers ) Pickup points include Al Jabal Hotel, Darbat Hotel.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Specialized infant seats are available Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults Children must be accompanied by an adult
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 verified reviews; it is run by Oman Day Tours.
Definitely the tour for those who want to go beyond the surface. Our driver/guide was very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. The private car was comfortable and air conditioned. Absolutely appreciated when it was 104 F!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empty Quarter & Lost City from Salalah | 7–8 hours | 5.0 (3) | $535 | |
 Salalah Private Desert Tour to Empty Quarter and Ubar at Sunset. | 8 hours | 4.9 (83) | $85 | View |
 Magical Night Stay in Rub Al Khali Empty Quarter Desert Salalah | 2 days | 5.0 (40) | $285 | View |
 4WD Luxury Sunset Desert Safari - Empty Quarter | 7 hours | 5.0 (21) | $145 | View |
 4WD Luxury Overnight Desert Safari in Salalah -Empty Quarter | 21 hours | 4.9 (9) | $246 | View |
 Private tour - Empty Quarter desert adventure - Wadi Dawka + Ubar | 8 hours | 5.0 (5) | $195 | View |
 Desert Safari Trip Full Day & Ubar Lost city | 7–8 hours | 5.0 (18) | $195 | View |