EXPLORING OMAN IN 7 DAYS

Itinerary

Day 1: DAY 1 : Arrival in Muscat

Stop At: Muscat International Airport, Muscat, Oman
You will arrive at the Muscat International Airport. Upon arrival you will be met by our friendly & efficient chauffeur who will assist you to the comforts of our vehicle to drive you to the your hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel in Muscat .
Duration: 10 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel 3 star in Muscat .

Day 2: DAY 2 : Half Day Muscat City with Dolphin Watch

Stop At: Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Sultan Qaboos St, Muscat 113 Oman
Guide will meet you at the hotel at 08.00 AM, Post that your city tour will begins. Your city tour begins with a visit to the beautiful Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the Middle East, the only mosque open to non-Muslims and expatriates in Oman.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Marina Bandar Al Rowdha, POBox 940، Muscat, Oman
Later You will depart to Muscat Marina Bandar. Till 10.00 AM you will depart from Marina Bandar towards the dolphin sight. Post dolphin watch will continue the city
tour.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Mutrah Fish Market, Samakh, Muscat 113 Oman
Later you drive to visit Mutrah fish Market. After you will visit Bait Al Zubair Museum. When you leave the Museum tour you will be satisfied with the wealth of information you have learnt about the country’s structure, tradition and heritage.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Al Alam Palace, Waterfront Oman
You will then have a photo stop at the official residence of his Majesty the Al Alam Palace, which is flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts of Mirani and Jalali. Following this you will travel along the picturesque Muttrah Corniche and visit Muttrah Souq which retains the chaotic interest of a traditional Arab market albeit housed under modern timber roofing. You will also be able to enjoy a moment along the corniche admiring the various cruise ships on the water at Mina Al Sultan Qaboos Port. From the Palace, you will proceed to Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel in Muscat.
Duration: 4 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel 3 star in Muscat .


Day 3: DAY 3 : Hamra – Misfah – Jebel shams – Grand Canyon

Stop At: Misfat al Abreyeen, Al Hamra Oman
Itinerary : Pick up time 8.30 a.m. After check out of your hotel Your first stop will be, Misfat Al Abriyeen, set in a stunning landscape above terraced plantations of date palms. This is a rare sight in Oman as most palms are grown on the plains. The ancient houses and ruined watchtower perched on the
mountain complete the scene.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Al Hamra village, Al Hamra, Oman
You will then proceed to Al Hamra, The oldest villages in Oman with clay houses dating back up to 400 years. After enjoying lunch your experience continues through the untamed and rugged countryside.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jebel Shams, Al Hamra Oman
Then you will proceed to the top of Jebel Shams, “Sun Mountain”, Oman’s highest peak at 3009 meters. The cooler temperatures will surprise as you reach the top to get a spectacular view of the “Grand Canyon”. Sleeping in high altitude will get you closer to the stars. Overnight at Jebel Shams resort.
(Overnight stay at Sama heights)
Duration: 10 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner: Complementary dinner Jebel shams mountains
Accommodation included: Overnight at Jebel Shams resort.
(Overnight stay at Sama heights)

Day 4: DAY 4 : Nizwa fort & Souq – Wahiba Sands

Stop At: Nizwa Fort Oman, Nizwa Oman
Itinerary : Pick up 8.30 a.m. You will depart your hotel and proceed towards the spectacular Nizwa Fort with its massive Circular Cannon Tower, one of the most impressive forts in Oman. You will also visit the Nizwa traditional Souq. The Souq is a lively place and an ideal location to purchase handicrafts and souvenirs.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Sharqiya Sands, Oman
Post that we will start your journey to Wahiba Sands. In the heart of the golden sands of Sharqiyah Desert nestled among stunning and ever changing patterns of sand dunes, is the Arabian Oryx Camp. Here you will find a luxurious Bedouin style air conditioned tent with a private Bathroom, also offering a selection of free luxury toiletries. After settling into the camp you will be offered the amazing experience of dune bashing, here your driver will show you his sand dune-driving skills with an adrenaline-fueled 4WD safari across 150-metre dunes with a spectacular view of the sunset. Followed by delicious Arabic Cuisine along with live entertainment whilst you sit under a starry sky around a Camp Fire this truly is a once in a lifetime experience.
(Overnight stay at Arabian Oryx Camp)
Duration: 16 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner: Complementary dinner at desert
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Arabian Oryx Camp

Day 5: DAY 5 : Wadi bani Khalid – Sur – Turtles

Stop At: Wadi Bani Khalid, Road 23 apprx. 40 km from Bidiyyah Muscat-Sur Road, Muscat 113 Oman
Itinerary : After an early breakfast at the desert camp you will depart on an exciting 4wd journey through the desert and visit the local bedouin house and have Omani Coffee. You will enjoy their traditional ways of hospitality. Our next stop will be Wadi Bani Khalid, one of Oman’s most beautiful wadis. The wadi has clear deep blue water and counts among the few wadis of Oman that hold water all year round. From the mountain springs, the water is led to the oasis where it sustains the typical date palms. The pretty villages of Wadi Bani Khalid cling precariously to the rugged mountainside. After lunch you will travel to the traditional city of ‘Sur’ and check in at hotel. You will have time to relax at the hotel.
Duration: 9 hours

Stop At: Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve, Ras Al Jinz, Sur 411 Oman
Dinner will be served at 7:30 before a drive to Ras Al Jinz to see the turtles at around 9:00 pm. Whilst we are very successful in sighting turtles, there is no guarantees as it is a natural phenomenon. You will finish the tour at 11:00pm and travel back to the resort for an overnight. Post this back to the hotel for overnight stay.
(Overnight stay at Turtle beach resort)
Duration: 13 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner: Complementary dinner at Turtle beach resort
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Turtle beach resort


Day 6: DAY 6 : Sink Hole – Wadi Shab – Muscat

Stop At: Wadi Shab, 50km West of Sur, Sur 411 Oman
Itinerary : Pick up 8.15 a.m. You will depart from Sur to travel south towards the Quriyat Region. Our first stop will be Wadi Shab (Wadi meaning valley between cliffs). Upon arrival at Wadi Shab you will transfer to a small fishing boat to be taken across the wadi to enable you to start your journey. The word breathtaking hardly does it justice. You will walk through the amazing canyon, until you arrive at the wadi which leads to the Keyhole. Here you can relax; take a dip in the pools. You will have the opportunity to swim through a pool of crystal clear water and dive through a narrow keyhole, inside you will find a magnificent cave, complete with an incredible waterfall. After travelling just a few kilometers you will find yourselves absorbed in an almost lunar world where unreal mountains dominate the view. You will continue to the mountainous landscape arriving at the dramatic Bimmah Sinkhole.
Once you refreshed we will start our journey towards Muscat and
end the tour. Post that guide will drop you to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Muscat .
Duration: 20 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel 3 star in Muscat .


Day 7: DAY 7 : Airport Drop and Departure

Stop At: Muscat International Airport, Muscat, Oman
Itinerary: After amazing days tour its time for departure. Our guide
will drop you at Muscat international airport for departure.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.