Pack your bags and embark on this once-in-a-lifetime journey to the very heart of Oman.
Combining thrilling off-road experiences with meaningful learning opportunities, this package really lets you dive into the roots of what makes Oman so special.
Marahaba and Welcome to Oman!The beauties and wonders of the Sultanate are waiting for you!
A driver will be waiting to collect you at Muscat International Airport when you arrive.
They will take you to a hotel in Muscat City where you will spend the night.
Discover Muscat, the jewel of the Arabian Sea.
Walk through the detailed and colourful halls of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque,
sample the curiosities at Mutrah Souq, and explore the rare and fascinating artifacts of the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Finish the visit by stopping outside the vibrant Al Alam Palace in the Old City of Muscat.
In the morning your guide will come to collect you at the hotel lobby to take you into the heart of the country.
You will start by exploring the East Coast, where you will jump into the Bimmah Sinkhole,
hike and swim in the exciting Wadi Shab, visit the Dhow Factory in Sur, and finish the day off
with an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime encounter with the Green Sea Turtles.
After a day by the sea, its time to venture into the famous Wahiba Sands.
In preparation for the dryness of the desert, we first bring you to Wadi Bani Khalid,
where you can relax and swim in cool and quiet pools. Afterwards, your guide will bring
you on the exciting off-road journey that leads to the desert camp where you will spend the night.
After the breathtaking wilderness of the last few days we take you to the interior of the
country to soak up the rich cultural heritage of Oman. Explore the fort that dominates the
center of Nizwa, with its impressive keep and intriguing museum, before visiting the UNESCO
World Heritage Site of Bahla fort, and finally the elegant Jabreen Castle.
On this day you will explore the exquisite Jabal Ahkdar. You will start the day with a stop at the
village of Birkat Al Mawz with its world renowned traditional irrigation system, before going up
through the spectacular Wadi Muyadin to the Sayq Plateau. There you will visit the terraced villages
of Al Aqor and Al Ayn and explore Wadi Bani Habib.
This day is dedicated to Jebel Shams, the tallest mountain in Oman at 3009 meters.
On the way there you will visit old mudbrick town of Al Hamra and the mountain oasis
village of Misfat Al Abriyeen to learn about the traditional way of life in inner Oman.
Afterwards you will venture into Wadi Nakr before going up to the Grand Canyon of Jebel Shams.
Drive through the colossal Hajar mountains through the pass in Wadi Bani Awf,
providing you with a thrilling off-road adventure. In the canyon you will see the
hidden village of billad sayt, nestled within the safety of the gorges. Once through
the mountain pass you will visit the town of Nakhal before heading back to Muscat for the night.
Enjoy a day at your leisure! We recommend the following activities:
A day at a beach resort.
Doing some shopping in Mutrah Souq.Visiting the Royal Opera House Muscat.
Going on a Dolphin Watching excursion in the morning.
Masalama – Safe Travels!
We hope to see you again soon!
A driver will come to your hotel in Muscat to bring you to Muscat International
Airport for your departing flight. Before you go, don’t forget to have a last
snack on some tasty Omani dates!
Accommodation for 9 Nights (Hotels / Camp / Resort) | |
6 Days Round Tour & Muscat City Tour in a 4WD vehicle with the assistance of an Omani English-speaking guide cum driver | |
Airport Transfers (Arrival/Departure) |
Entrance Fees and taxes (incl. Fort, Castles, Turtle Watching) wherever applicable |
The Wadi Shab waterfall can only be accessed by swimming through deep water in a cave. It is not recommended for people who suffer from claustrophobia or have weak swimming abilities.
Conservative swim wear is needed in Wadi Bani Khalid (covering shoulders and knees). A good idea is to wear a t- shirt and pair of shorts on top of your swimming costume.
Please note that there is a cattle market at the Friday Market in Nizwa. If your dates coincide with the Cattle Market on Day 3, Day 4, or Day 5, visiting the market can be arranged.
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is closed to visitors on Fridays. In the event that your Half Day Tour begins on a Friday, arrangements will be made to see the mosque on the following day in the morning.
Modest clothing must be worn when visiting the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. Men must wear long sleeved shirts and trousers. Ladies must be fully covered (including head, arms, shoulders, knees and ankles). Abayas can be rented in the reception area at entrance of the mosque.
The Sur Boatyards are closed on Fridays. Should Day 6 fall on a Friday, arrangements will be made to visit the boatyards on the following day (Day 7).