MINSK, 13 October (BelTA) - Omani tourists will be offered package tours to Belarus based on Belavia's Minsk-Salalah charter flights, BelTA learned from the National Tourism Agency following a meeting with a delegation of representatives from the tourism sector of the Sultanate of Oman, held at the Belarusian Sports and Tourism Ministry.
The parties discussed the prospects of launching regular Oman Air flights on the Muscat-Minsk route in 2026, which would significantly simplify logistics and increase the accessibility of Belarus for Omani travelers. Omani tourists have shown particular interest in hunting tourism and fishing, as well as the evening cultural life in Belarusian cities. Representatives of the Omani tourism business expressed confidence that Belarus can offer a unique experience for lovers of active recreation and cultural entertainment.
Representatives of Omani tour operators presented their ideas for concepts of family tours to Belarus, emphasizing opportunities for nature recreation and offers for children's holidays during the summer season, when extremely high temperatures are prevalent in the Sultanate of Oman.
“Belarus, with its picturesque landscapes, clean air, and developed infrastructure for children's recreation, could be an excellent alternative for Omani families wishing to spend the summer in comfortable conditions,” the National Tourism Agency said.
The expected duration of the tours is 4-6 days, and 4-5 star category hotels are planned for accommodation to ensure a high level of comfort. According to the visiting delegation, the corridor between the prince's and princess's chambers in the Nesvizh Castle inspired them to develop tourist offers for newlyweds in Belarus.
Representatives of the National Union of Tourist Organizations also took part in the meeting. According to the union, sales of tours to Oman with departure from Minsk opened on 24 July. Belavia's flight program to Salalah will run from 23 October until the end of May 2026.
“Belarusian nature, climate, picturesque landscapes, and developed infrastructure - all of this can attract tourists from hot Oman to our country. Belarus has many forests, water bodies, exotic marshes, glacial lakes, and the entire country is permeated with river arteries. The largest part of the relic forest, Belovezhskaya Pushcha, is located on our territory. Overall, all regions of the country are of interest from a landscape and natural point of view,” representatives of the tourism business believe.
Tour operators propose forming city tours based on the rich cultural life of the capital and other cities. Minsk and Minsk Oblast have a sufficient number of attractions - from medieval castles and monuments of sacral architecture to the rich architectural heritage of the Soviet era. No other city in the Eurasian part of the continent has such a pronounced connection through time.
“All this is very important to convey to Omani tourists while promoting the unique Belarusian tourism product in the Sultanate,” the National Union of Tourist Organizations said.
On 8-11 October, Belarus hosted a delegation of representatives from the tourism sector of the Sultanate of Oman as part of a familiarization tour organized by the Tourism Department of the Belarusian Sports and Tourism Ministry and the National Tourism Agency. This visit is an important step in developing Belarusian-Omani cooperation in the tourism sector, aimed at attracting foreign tourists and strengthening Belarus' image as an attractive tourist destination.
During the intensive program, the Omani visitors became familiar with the most significant historical and cultural landmarks of Belarus and also assessed the level of service and infrastructure offered by Belarusian hotels and organizations.
The tour program included visits to gems of Belarusian architecture, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List: Mir Castle and Nesvizh Castle. These sites are vivid examples of rich history and architectural craftsmanship, reflecting different eras and styles.
The guests also visited the Dudutki museum of ancient folk crafts and technologies, the Bolshoi Theater of Belarus, took a sightseeing tour of Minsk, and visited the National Scientific and Practical Center of Sports.
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