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An unbeatable round tour with cultural and natural highlights of Oman. This 10 days round trip brings you to the best of Oman. This is an ideal combination of northern and southern Oman with awesome highlights of culture, nature and stunning landscapes.
Arrival in MCT international Airport. Transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight in Muscat.
Start a full day city tour in Muscat. Visit the highlights of the city including Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque,Opera House, the 16th -Century forts Jalali and Mirani, Qasr Al Alam, the official Palace of HM Sultan Qaboos, Bait Al Zuabir Museum and Muttrah souq.
Overnight in Muscat.
Nizwa is one of the oldest cities in Oman. Visit the traditional souq and the Fort of Nizwa. View the oldest fort in Oman in Bahla with its 12km (seven miles) wall. The Castle of Jabreen, situated within a short distance of Bahla is one of the most beautiful stone castles of Oman.
Overnight in Nizwa.
Continue your journey to one of the most visited Oasis in the region; Wadi Bani Khalid. Proceed to the East coast and drive to Sur. Sur was once famous for its dhows (Traditional ships) and east African trades.
Overnight in Sur.
A short sight-seeing tour in Sur. Drive along the scenic coast towards Muscat. Pass by at the Bimmah Sinkhole Lake Park for a photo stop. Evening flight to Salalah. Transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Salalah.
Morning at leisure. Start the tour in the afternoon hours and drive towards Ar Rub Al Khali (The Empty Quarter), Dhofars most remarkable and popular site with its untouched and magical sand dunes. Visit the legendary ‘Lost City of Ubar’. A breathtaking sunset awaits you on the top of the dunes.
Overnight in the desert camp.
On the way back to Salalah, drive into Wadi ‘Dawka’ (UNESCO World heritage site) known as the ‘Frankincense Wadi’, which is also well-known as the biggest collection of the naturally grown Frankincense trees in the region. In the afternoon a brief city tour in Salalah. Highlights are the Museum, green plantations of vegetables & fruits, Photo stop at the Sultan Qaboos Mosque and the Frankincense souq.
Overnight in Salalah
Start a full day safari into the Dhofar Mountains. Drive through the scenic villages and ever green Wadis. Visit one of the world’s largest Sink Holes, view Jebel Samhan plateau at a height of almost 1700m.
Overnight in Salalah.
Drive to the beach of Mughsail. Thereafter continue along the ‘Hair-pin-bend’ road towards western side of Oman to grasp some photogenic scenes. Drive back to Salalah and to the airport for your departure flight.
Al Falaj Hotel, Muscat is conveniently located in the heart of the city with easy access to both the business district as well as tourist attractions. The Muscat hotel is a pleasant 35 km drive from the Muscat International Airport.
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Falaj Daris Hotel is ideally located just about 4KMs away from Nizwa town. Perfect base to explore the interior and relax after a tiring day! The hotel is situated 150KMs from Seeb International Airport.
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220 km from Muscat, in the picturesque town of Sur, well known for its old fishing village and traditional manufacturing of dhows, sits one of Oman’s top hotels – Sur Plaza Hotel.
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The Sands Desert camp is located in the famous Empty Quarter desert, 190 km from Salalah. It is a basic Bedouin style camp to give the visitors the authentic experience of traditional desert camping.
Intercity Hotel Salalah is located in the center of business district in Salalah with close proximity to all government institutions and shopping centers. Intercity Hotel Salalah offers simple yet modern and fully air conditioned hotel rooms…
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Minimum participants: 01
Tour starts: Daily from Muscat
Duration: 9 Days (8 Nights)
Availability: January – April / September – December
Guided Tour? Yes
Languages: English. (German, French, Italian on request for private tours)
Transport: Saloon car/Micro van/Mini Bus/Coach tour on day 1,2,7 & 9. 4WD vehicle from day 3-8
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This tour involves walking over rough and inclined ground
Taking photographs/filming inside the museum is not permitted
Sultan Qaboos Mosque/ Grand Mosque is only opened for visitors from Saturday to Thursday from 8:00 – 11:00 am.
Dune bashing during the desert tour is an adventures activity. Guest may participate this event at their own risk.
Please note that the swimming in Wadi Bani Khalid is optional and limited to the time frame. Swimming is at guest’s own risk.
One night in The Sands camp in Rub Al Khali desert. Camp is basic with simple tents with solid beds. Bed linen is provided. Toilets (not attached), piped water and electricity available. Buffet dinner with local specialities and simple breakfast will be provided.
This tour is not suitable for those with injuries or conditions, which may be affected by the bumpy ride. Pregnant women and children under 6 may not participate
Please ensure you dress respectfully. Knees and shoulders should be covered during visit of religious places. Please pay attention to the specified dress code by visiting Sultan Qaboos grand mosque from inside.
We can provide you visitors’ visa to Oman (conditions may apply)
We can help select your international and domestic flights
Extensions / Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged with supplementary charges
Airport transfers are included. We will pick up / drop off you at Salalah International airport
