3 days

About this activity

Itinerary

Day 1: MUSCAT – QURIYAT – FINS BEACH – WADI SHAB – SUR – WAHIBA

Stop At: Wadi Shab, 50km West of Sur, Sur 411 Oman
Arrive at Quriyat, a very large fishing village between the lagoon and the sea. The port of Quriyat is still guarded by a watchtower.
Drive through the coastal road to sur. Arrive at Fins beach (White beach) and stop for a short swim. Continue to 'Wadi Shab ', Shab in Arabic, literally means “Ravine between Cliffs". Shallow green pools and abundant shade give Wadi Shab a perfect setting for a picnic
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Wahiba Sands, Jalan Bani Buhassan Oman
Proceed to Wahiba sands via a small visit of Sur Town.
Very soon you will come face to face with the enormous desert and our experienced driver will drive you through the sand dunes to give you a thrill of soft dune driving.
After having enjoyed the drives over the lovely dunes you could perhaps meet the Bedouin family to know more about their life style in the desert.

Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Dinner: Dinner at at Arabian Oryx Desert Camp
Accommodation included: Arabian Oryx Desert Camp

Day 2: WAHIBA - WADI BANI KHALID – NIZWA

Stop At: Wadi Bani Khalid, Road 23 apprx. 40 km from Bidiyyah Muscat-Sur Road, Muscat 113 Oman
You will drive through small villages and towns before arriving at Wadi Bani Khalid. This drive through the mountain offers a panoramic view of the beautiful landscape below. You will pass many pretty villages embedded in the mountains. Here the road winds down to the wadi alongside a large, shallow pool fringed with vegetation & ends at a village. We park our vehicles at this point & continue on a short trek to the deep blue pools of the wadi. If you wish you may enjoy a swim in this glorious grace of nature. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes & walking shoes for this trip.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Falaj Daris Nizwa

Day 3: NIZWA - BAHLA - JABREEN - MUSCAT

Stop At: Nizwa Fort Oman, Nizwa Oman
Proceed on a tour of the Oasis city of Nizwa, which was once the capital of Julanda Dynasty in the 6th & 7th Century AD. Today it remains as the most popular tourist attractions with its historical buildings & imposing fort. Visit the Nizwa fort with its enormous round tower built in the 17th century built by Imam Sultan Bin Saif Al Ya'aruba to defend the route to the interior. The fort dominates the entire area, with the town having grown around the edifice. Access to the top is possible only by means of a narrow, twisting staircase barred by heavy wooden doors, studded with metal. From the top of the tower one can get a bird's eye view of the Nizwa city.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Nizwa Souk, City Center Close to the fort, Nizwa 611 Oman
The city, famous for its handicrafts and agricultural products, has an expansive souq with an array of products. It is one of the most important in the country besides Muttrah. The souq bustles with vendors selling everything from meat, fish, fruits and vegetables to spices, dates, gold and silverware. Nizwa is renowned for its silver jewelry which is considered to be the best in the country. Its people are masters in Khanjar making (curved dagger), recognised for its distinctive style and patterns. They also make copper ware, coffee pots, swords, leather goods and pottery.
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

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Included

1x Breakfast
1x Dinner
Accommodation included: 2 nights
2 nights accommodation on twin sharing basis
Daily breakfast.
Dinner at the Wahiba Camp Site
4x4 wheel vehicle for 3 days with the services of an English speaking guide and Chauffeur
Breakfast
Dinner
Entry/Admission - Wadi Shab
Entry/Admission - Wahiba Sands
Entry/Admission - Wadi Bani Khalid
Entry/Admission - Nizwa Souk

Not included

Any items of personal nature such as alcohol, laundry, telephone etc.
Entrance fee at the Forts.
Visa charges if any.
Any meals or side not mentioned.
X,mas eve dinner supplement
New year gala dinner supplement
Entry/Admission - Nizwa Fort Oman

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Term and condition
We are not holding any bookings, confirmation is subject to availability at the time of booking
Check-in 1400 Hrs & Check-out 1200 Hrs; Early check-in & late check out charges will be applicable if requested by guests
Program might has to be changed due to natural circumstances
Supplement for child up to 6 yrs sharing parents’ room will be free except for picnic lunch USD 32.00 per child. Supplement for child between 06 and 12 years with extra bed would be USD 112.00 per child and child above 12 years will be treated as an adult.
Entrance fee at the Nizwa fort USD 13 Per person.
Prices are valid from 01st October 2019 to 30 Sep 2020 (excluding Christmas eve, peak season, New Year’s eve, Easter and local holidays)
All Museum / forts visits are subject to change without notice. Museums are normally closed on, Fridays, Saturdays and Public Holidays. Similarly visits to forts may be changed without notice since certain forts are often closed temporarily for renovations on a regular basis.
Oman government is planning to introduce a 5% VAT from 01 Jan 2018 onwards. However, we did not reckon VAT in the above package cost as we are waiting for more clarity on the subject from the concerned authority. We will keep you posted, once the law is enacted by the government.
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate