Oman Escapade from 1.848 €

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Discover the beauty and diversity of Oman in this 7-day escapade. Explore the vibrant city of Muscat, enjoy a sunset cruise on a traditional dhow, and marvel at the natural wonders of Wadi Dhaiqa, Bimah Sinkhole, and Wadi Tiwi. Experience the culture and history of Sur, Ras Al Jinz, Nizwa, and Jabreen. Adventure into the desert of Wahiba Sands and meet a Bedouin family. Hike along the Grand Canyon of Jebel Shams and visit the charming village of Misfat Al Abryeen.

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6Nights

4Destinations

6Planned accommodations

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Trip summary

2 Adults

Nights 6

This idea includes

Destinations 4

Accommodations 6

DAY 01: ARRIVE MUSCAT

Arrive at Muscat airport, meet and assist by our representative and transfer to the Hotel.

Arrive and check in at hotel.

Overnight at Hotel.

(No Meals)

DAY 02: FULL DAY CITY TOUR OF MUSCAT

Early in the morning, you will be met at the hotel for a half day city orientation tour. You visit the Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the Middle East, Drive along the picturesque Corniche to the old town of Muscat and visit Bait Al Zubair Museum later photo stop at Al Alam Palace, the residence of his Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tareq. The palace is flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts- Mirani and Jalali. Before winding up the tour you will be strolling through Muttrah Souq and then return to the hotel. By evening, transfer to Bait Al Zubair Museum for a visit followed by a sunset cruise along the Muscat coastline on a Traditional Omani Dhow (only on Mon, Thu, Fri & Sat) Later transfer back to hotel.

Overnight at hotel

Meals (Breakfast)

DAY 03 MUSCAT- RAS AL JINZ

After check-out at the hotel, you start your fascinating roundtrip with the first leg taking you in south eastern direction along the coast to Sur. The road leads through scenic countryside and rugged mountains to the Wadi Dhaiqa Dam. Stop at the limestone Sinkhole in Bimah and then continue to Fins. Enjoy the white sandy beach at Fins proceed to visit Wadi Tiwi, an oasis well known for its lemon and date plantations. Then proceed to the coastal town of Sur. Later drive down to Ras Al Jinz, where you will check in to the Hotel. After an early dinner at the Hotel, you will visit the turtle sanctuary at Ras Al Jinz. Return to hotel for the overnight stay.

Overnight at hotel

(Meals: Breakfast and Dinner)

DAY 04: RAS AL JINZ- WAHIBA SANDS

After check out at the hotel you will first be taken on a short tour of Sur, renowned in former times for its shipyard, where the dhows, the traditional wooden Omani boats were built. Later we proceed to Wadi Bani Khalid– an oasis spot in the middle of the barren and dry mountains and picnic lunch will be served here. The afternoon is reserved for your desert experience. You drive into the Wahiba Sands, a vast mass of undulating red and white sea of sand. After some exciting sand dune driving with your experienced driver, you may want to go on a camel ride or do some sand skiing before visiting the home of a Bedouin Family in the desert. You will experience traditional Arabic hospitality with coffee and date you will arrive and check-in at the desert camp.

Overnight at the camp.

(Meals: Breakfast and Dinner)

DAY 05: WAHIBA SANDS- NIZWA- JEBEL SHAMS

After breakfast proceed to the historic town of Nizwa, Oman’s cultural capital. Nizwa’s main places of interest are the Souq and the Nizwa Fort, one of the impressive forts in Oman and then to Jabreen castle. Later proceed to Jebel Shams, which means Mountain of the Sun. Experience an untamed and rugged countryside at Oman's highest peak at 3000 mtrs, often hailed as the Sultanate's own version of the Grand Canyon.

Check in at hotel.Dinner at hotel.

Overnight at hotel

(Meals: Breakfast and Dinner)

DAY 07: DEPARTURE MUSCAT

Day is at your own leisure. By evening, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.

DAY 06: Jebel Shams- MUSCAT

After leisurely breakfast, enjoy the balcony walk through the Grand Canyon.

Visit the hidden and remote village of Misfat Al Abryeen. Embark on a heritage walk through the many plantations in the village to learn about the Falaj system. Drive back to Muscat. Check in at the Hotel in Muscat.

Overnight at Hotel.

(Meals: Breakfast)

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Operator

Guide languages

Arabic

English

Meeting point

Muscat International Airport

Itinerary

Day 1: Muscat

Day 2: Muscat

Day 3: Muscat, Ras Al-Jinz

Day 4: Ras Al-Jinz, A'Sharqiyah Sands

Day 5: A'Sharqiyah Sands, Jabal Shams

Day 6: Jabal Shams, Muscat

Day 7: Muscat

Included

Accommodation on Single/ Double sharing basis at hotels as above or similar.
Transfers and sightseeing using saloon car / large car /minivan based on group size.
Round Trip transfer by 4x4 Jeep with our English Speaking Guide Cum Driver ( 4 pax per Jeep) as per programe from Day 3 to Day 6
Sunset Dhow Cruise with transfers on SIC basis.
All applicable entrance tickets.
Water bottle inside car.
All applicable taxes including VAT