Discover Oman
Muscat, Oman
Muscat Oman
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Adults (Age 12+) $4,007 $8,014
Child (Age 4 to 11) $0 $0
Infant (Age 0 to 3) $0 $0

Total USD $8,014
Deposit Now USD $0


Highlights & Tour Itinerary
Highlights
 
- See Muscat’s Grand Mosque and colourful Muttrah Souq.
- Experience dramatic coastlines and rugged-mountains.
- Watch the sunset in a desert camp.
- Take a cruise on a traditional Dhow boat in Musandam.
- Visit the Dhofar region in southern Oman.
 
Tour Itinerary
 
3 nights in Muscat. 
1 night in Nizwa.
1 night in Wahiba Sands. 
2 nights in Khasab.
2 nights in Salalah.
 
Day 01: Muscat Airport – Muscat Hotel
Welcome to the Sultanate of Oman! Meet the representative, then transfer to the hotel.  Overnight stay at 4* Park Inn Hotel Muscat Hotel.
 
Day 02: Muscat Tour – Muscat Hotel
08:30 proceed on a morning tour of the city. Muscat offers the visitor a unique opportunity to witness a modern commercial centre existing in harmony with its traditional culture. With its natural harbour, Muscat means “Anchorage” and lies in a natural volcanic bowl. Our tour of the Grand Mosque (except Friday) & Bait Al Zubair Museum (except Friday) is a brief introduction that traces Oman’s history and development. Drive along the waterfront Corniche visiting the Fish Market & the colourful Muttrah Souq. We proceed for a photo stop to the magnificent Al Alam Palace, official palace of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts Mirani & Jalali. Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay at Muscat Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
 
Day 03: Nakhl – Wadi Bani Auf – Al Hamra – Jabrin Palace – Nizwa Hotel
At 08:00 this morning we embark on an exciting 4WD journey through the mountains. Our first stop is the hot springs at Nakhl. We then drive through the spectacular Wadi Bani Auf. This stretch of graded road is very adventurous and for the physically fit only as it involves steep bends and bumpy roads. Stop at the quaint mountain village of Bilad Sayt framed by the dramatic mountains. The route winds through mountains all the way unto the village of Al Hamra characterized by its mud houses and date plantations. Proceed to visit the Jabrin Palace where the visitor is able to capture the medieval atmosphere and view the beautiful handpainted ceilings and carved door frames.
Overnight stay at 4* Golden Tulip Nizwa Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
 
Day 04: Nizwa Tour – Wadi Bani Khalid – Wahiba Sands Camp
08:00 This morning we visit the imposing Roundtower Fort . The neighbouring Souk is an interesting shopping venue with its intricately handcrafted silver jewellery and khanjars. From here we proceed towards Izki and Sinaw. Take a turn off the main road to the scenic Wadi Bani Khalid with its deep blue pools of water fringed by the date palms which is an ideal spot to relax or enjoy a refreshing swim. We then drive to the Wahiba sands which consists of undulating sand dunes of different hues.  Enjoy the spectacle of the sun setting over the dunes.
Dinner and overnight stay at 1000 Nights Camp or similar.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
 
Day 05: Wahiba Sands – Sur – Bimmah Sinkhole – Wadi Arbayeen – Muscat Hotel
07:00 breakfast at the camp site.  Proceed this morning to Sur, a seafaring town.  Visit the dhow factory and the Sineslah fort before taking the highway for Muscat. Visit Bimmah Sinkhole. Explore the beautiful Wadi Arbayeen which can only be accessed after an exciting drive through the mountains. Proceed to Muscat via Quriyat and check into the Park Inn Hotel. 
Meals: Breakfast
 
Day 06: Muscat Hotel – Flight to Khasab  – Khasab Tour – Jabal Harim – Birkhat Khalidiya Park – Khasab Hotel
Transfer to the Muscat hotel for your flight to Khasab. Arrive in Khasab. Depart for a city tour to view the Khasab Fort and the prehistorical rock paintings at Wadi Tawi. In the afternoon proceed on a half day mountain safari in a 4WD.  Drive to Jebel Harim which is the highest mountain in Musandam (2087M).  Enroute stop at ‘Sayh’ village, located at 1100 M above sea level. From the Khawr Al Najid view the splendid coastline spread with turquoise blue waters lapping the shores.  Proceed to visit Birkhat Khalidiya Park with its acacia trees, which remain green throughout the year. Overnight at 2* Atana Khasab Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
 
Day 07: Dhow Cruise Musandam – Khasab Hotel
Breakfast, transfer to Khasab Port for a full day dhow cruise to the spectacular fjords of Musandam exploring small fishing villages and the famous telegraphic island with a possibility to view dolphins. Lunch served on board. Swimming and snorkeling possible on this cruise. Cruise back to Khasab Return to the Atana Khasab hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
 
Day 08: Khasab Hotel – Flight to Salalah – Salalah Hotel
Transfer to Khasab Airport to board the flight to Muscat. Arrive in Muscat, transit until the flight to Salalah. Arrive in Salalah and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at 5* Hilton Salalah Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
 
Day 09: Taga – Khor Rori – Mirbat – Bin Ali Tomb – Mughsail Beach - Salalah Hotel
09:00 visit the fishing village of Taqa, an old town with an interesting castle surrounded by watchtowers and Taqa stone houses. Proceed onward to Khor Rori creek, the site of the ruined city of Samhuram and capital of ancient Arabia’s frankincense trade. Excavations have produced evidence of an ancient city with trade links by sea to Far Eastern destinations and with even distant Greece.  Mirbat, the ancient capital of Dhofar, was an important town as early as the 9th century for its trade in frankincense, horses and slaves. See some of the old houses famous for its woodcarvings.  If lucky see boatloads of fish arriving into the harbor. One of Dhofar’s best-known historic sites is Bin Ali’s Tomb. The twin domed structure; tomb of Mohamed bin Ali who died in 1135 AD is a fine example of medieval architecture.
14:30 Visit the Biblical “Nabi Ayoub” Prophet Job’s Tomb, perched high up in the “Jebels” (mountains). Enroute are spectacular views of the plains, mountain landscape and emerald green pastureland. Proceed to Mughsail Beach where “blow-holes”- perforations in the limestone rock - through which sea water gushes during high tide. Experience the Hairpin Bend Roads for approximately 15/20 kms, which will take you to a wadi. The views are breathtaking due to heights involved. This is the road that takes you to the Yemen border. At the nearby bird sanctuary, one may see seasonal birds. Enroute, the stark shape of leafless Frankincense Trees dot the landscape. Once traded as a commodity more precious than gold, frankincense harvested in Dhofar is rated the best in the world.  Overnight stay at Hilton Salalah Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
 
Day 10:  Flight Salalah Airport – Muscat Airport
Departure transfer to Salalah Airport for your flight to Muscat. Arrive in Muscat and in transit until your international flight.
Meals: Breakfast

Practical Info
• Dress Code: light clothes covering arms and legs; women need to cover the hair when visiting a mosque.
• Highly recommended to bring comfortable walking shoes, sunblock, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent.
• We do not recommend to stay in the desert in the month of June and July due to the hot weather.
• Opening Hours of Grand Mosque Sultan Qaboos in Muscat: Sat – Thu 08:30-11:00, Fri closed.
• All excursions in Khasab are on group sharing basis. 
• Our staff is trained to follow hygiene and safety protocols. 
 
Policy & Terms

- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. We inform you when all services are confirmed, and at this point we charge your credit card with the deposit. The amount of the deposit depends on your booking date. The full payment is due latest 14 days before tour start. - Cancellations need to be sent in written form. Between 21 and 14 days before tour start 50% of the entire tour price will be charged. Between 13 and 01 day before tour start 100% of the entire tour price will be charged. - In peak season the payment and cancellation policy might be stricter, depending on hotel policy. We will inform you before payment if there are any changes from our regular policy. - Cancellation fees for domestic flights are subject to the airlines’ terms and conditions at the time of booking. - For refunds we do not cover the transaction fees charged by credit card companies.


Payment Options

Wire Transfer - Master/Visa Credit Card -

Days : 10 | Nights : 9


Inclusions


  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast.
  • Dinner as mentioned.
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites.
  • 01 night at 1000 Nights Camp or Desert Nights Camp on HB basis.
  • Transportation in a saloon car/ 4WD as applicable.
  • Service of an English speaking chauffeur.
  • Economy class airfare Muscat / Khasab / Muscat - Muscat / Salalah / Muscat (airfare is subject to change).

Exclusions


  •  Travel Insurance. 
  •  International Flights. 
  •  Compulsory Christmas and New Year’s gala dinner. 
  •  Entry visa Oman. 
  •  Meals and beverage not stated. 
  •  Tips and private expenses. 
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