Thanks to its diverse landscapes, ranging from Rocky Mountains with green terrace fields to bustling souks selling camels on the edge of the desert or watching baby turtles hatch on the beach, the Sultanate welcomes all travelers seeking adventures of a lifetime. Oman takes great pride in its magnificent ecology and diverse flora and fauna, actively protecting it through the establishment of nature reserves.
Inclusions
10-night accommodation in chosen category
Transfers to and from all airports
19 meals: 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 7 dinners
Full-day city tour of Muscat by sedan car with an English-speaking guide
From day 3 – day 10, daily activity 4×4 Jeep English-speaking driver guide
Canyoning in Wadi Bani Auf on private basis
Bike Tour in Al Hamra on private basis
Via Ferrata in Jebel Akhder on private basis
Entrances to visited sites as per the itinerary.
Exclusions
International airfares – Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary – Early check-in or late check-out – Visa (if needed) – Gratuities to drivers, guides, and hotel staff – Travel insurance – Items and expenses of personal nature – All other item not included in the inclusion section
DAY 1 MUSCAT - ARRIVAL
Accommodation : Muscat for 2 nights
DAY 2 FULL DAY MUSCAT CITY TOUR
Later visit Bait Al Zubair Museum. It consists of a concise collection reflecting the splendid Omani Heritage. The collection includes traditional Omani Weapons such as swords, daggers, rifles and their accessories, along with jewelry, cosmetics and costumes from various regions of Oman.
We drive towards Muttrah Souq – one of the most popular souqs in the Middle East. Take a walk in its labyrinthine alleyways beckoning with a myriad of merchandise, from imported fabrics to exotic Oriental spices, perfumes and richly handcrafted artifacts. A visit to this frenetic, pulsating hub of Muscat’s old quarter makes for a delightful experience. Here, scents of exotic Arabian perfumes and spices float through the air. Other shops specialize in famous Omani khanjars (daggers), antiques, traditional silver jewellery, and handicrafts in copper, camel bone, wood, leather and hand-made Omani costumes.
After shopping at Muttrah Souq we visit to the magnificent Al Alam Palace, the official residence of His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq the ruler of Oman. The palace is an architectural marvel for both its design and its location between the twin Portuguese forts Mirani and Jalali (a brief photograph stop from outside only).
After some sightseeing, stop for lunch at a local restaurant (at own expense). Later, follow our guide as he takes you through one of Muscat’s best hiking trails, the Riyam-Muttrah (C38) hike. This scenic trail takes you through a diverse landscape of rugged cliffs and breathtaking coastal views. Along the trail, you’ll encounter remnants of the region’s rich history, including ancient watchtowers and forts that once guarded the coastline. The hike is considered easy and has a length of 3.5km which will take roughly 2 hours to complete. Once done, drive back to the hotel for some well-deserved rest.
NOTES: Grand Mosque is open from Saturday to Thursday from 8:00am – 11:00am only. Ladies visiting the mosque are required to cover their head with scarf and do not wear shorts, beachwear or sleeveless outfits as they are to be fully covered. Men are also to be full covered. Slip on shoes recommended.
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 3 MUSCAT – BARKHA– BILAD SAIT
Later, we continue our drive to Wadi Bani Auf. The route down Wadi Bani Auf is one of the Arabia’s great 4WD adventures and includes a visit to the village of Bilad Sait, a remote fortress village in the heart of the mountain range.
Check in at Bait Bimah Guest house. Dinner at Guest house.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Bilad Sait for 1 night
DAY 4 BILAT SAIT – JABEL SHAMS
Please find below some important notes for this activity:
1 - You will get very, very wet. Completely soaked in fact. You may well be submerged for periods of time or need both hands while you’re in the water. So, don’t take anything with you that you can’t fasten to yourself – or that isn’t waterproof. The water temperature may be between 12 – 18 degree celcius.
2 - Put sunscreen if you need it before you set out.
3 - Proper shoes: Trainers are best – they provide grip but they’re not too heavy when you’re underwater. Also, if you’re travelling, then they’ll dry out quicker than other shoes.
4 - Going your usual clothes. Lightweight, quick drying sports clothes are best for this. Normal cotton trousers tend to stick on your skin. Jeans are even worse.
5 - Remove all jewellery (including wedding rings). They can get snagged on the rock.
6 - And most places don’t have anywhere secure for your valuables. Therefore, try not to bring them.
7 - Waterproof cameras, like the GoPro work well while canyoning as they are light enough to attach to your lifejacket and small enough to slide inside your sleeve for protection.
8 - Bring a fresh, dry set of clothes for changing in to afterwards.
After canyoning return to the guest house and have lunch. Check out and depart to Jebel Shams, the highest mountain in the GCC. Arrive and check in at Sama Heights Resort. Dinner at resort.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Jebel Shams for 2 nights
DAY 5 JEBEL SHAMS
Dinner at resort.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : 1 night at selected desert camp
DAY 6 JEBEL SHAMS - NIZWA - JEBEL AKHDER
Later drive to Jebel Akhder.
Note: Bike Tour only operates between October to March.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Jebel Akhder for 2 nights
DAY 7 JEBEL AKHDER
Pause for lunch at a local home before returning to hotel.
Evening get ready to witness the stunning views of Jabal Akhdhar from a different angle, hanging off a cliff! You will be transferred to the village of AlShuraijah to do the Via Ferrata (Italian for ‘iron path’). Following a short safety briefing, get into your harness and headgear and start the climb sideways along the mountain face.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8 JEBEL AHKDER - WAHIBA SANDS
(Please note it is approximately a 500-meter walk from the parking area to the pool.)
As per the recent guidelines form Ministry of Heritage & Tourism, ladies who wish to swim in the wadi have to wear shorts and t shirt to cover their body. Swimming in bikinis is not permitted. This is to respect the local culture of the villagers.
After relaxing time at Wadi, drive to the desert. Check in and dinner at your desert camp.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Wahiba Sands for 2 nights
DAY 9 WAHIBA SANDS
(These activities are not included and can be paid for directly at the camp)
After all the fun activities, enjoy lunch at a Bedouin House (desert tribes). Anybody who chooses to live in the environment of Wahiba Sands must be hardy and resilient to tolerate its potentially harsh climate – and bedu are just that. There are over 3000 Bedu of varying tribal origins who live here amongst the woodland on the fringes of the sands.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10 WAHIBA SANDS - MUSCAT
Next is astop at the unique Bimah Sinkhole, a limestone crater with inviting cool blue-green waters. Created by erosion, or perhaps even a meteorite, this sinkhole is thought to be one of the most beautiful sinkholes on the planet. Drive to Muscat.
Arrive in Muscat and check in at your hotel.
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Muscat for 1 night
Optional Excursions : There is an optional adventure to abseil down the waterfalls of Mibam village and have a chance to see some spectacular views of the wadi below.
DAY 11 DEPARTURE
Meals : Breakfast
HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR
STANDARD HOTEL CATEGORY:
Muscat: Park Inn 4*
Bilad Sait: Bait Bimah (Guest house)
Jebel Shams: Sama Heights Resort 4*
Jebel Akhder: Sama Resort 3*
Wahiba Sands: Sama Al Wasil desert camp
SUPERIOR HOTEL CATEGORY:
Muscat: Radisson Blu 4*
Bilad Sait: Bait Bimah (Guest house)
Jebel Shams: Sama Heights Resort 4*
Jebel Akhder: Dusit D2 Naseem 4*
Wahiba Sands: Desert Rose Camp
Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy | Land Package | ||
Daily departures 2024 – 2025 | Standard hotels | ||
2 passengers | 4 passengers | Single supplement | |
January 4 – March 31 | 6199 | 4549 | +869 |
April 1st – September 30 | 5699 | 4059 | +639 |
October 1st, 2024 – March 31, 2025 | 6529 | 4769 | +909 |
Supplement for a solo traveller on request. |
Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy | Land Package | ||
Daily departures 2024 – 2025 | Superior hotels | ||
2 passengers | 4 passengers | Single supplement | |
January 4 – March 31 | 6449 | 4759 | +1119 |
April 1st – September 30 | 5839 | 4369 | +849 |
October 1st, 2024 – March 31, 2025 | 6739 | 4989 | +1175 |
Supplement for a solo traveller on request. |
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