Experience North Oman in 7 days. Visit Muscat, Nizwa and attractions at Northern coastal road. Spend one night in a desert camp in Sharqiya desert. Stay five nights at selected hotel in Muscat including breakfast.
Arrival in Muscat and welcome to Oman!
Upon Arrival, you will be transferred to the Hotel. Check-in to the hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure
Nizwa was once the capital of the Sultanate. As a center of trade, religion, art and education, Nizwa is one of the oldest cities in Oman. Visit the traditional souq of Nizwa, the oldest fort of Oman in Bahla and the beautiful castle of Jabreen, before return to the hotel.
Full day Muscat city tour. Visit the grand mosque, a religious landmark of Muscat. Take part of the guided tour at the Opera House. Stroll around the old city quarter and have a photo-stop at the Qasr Al Alam, the official Palace of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos. Witness Muttrah souq as one of the most beautiful oriental markets in the Gulf States. Stroll along the Corniche to admire the beautiful merchant houses and experience the shopping in the busy souk.
Set off for the adventure of Sharqiya Sands, the sandy desert in northern Oman. The Sharqiya Sands is large, totally enclosed sand desert with an area of some 8000 sq.km. Continue your journey to one of the most visited Oasis in the region; Wadi Bani Khalid. The large natural pools are often a cordial invitation to take a dip. Return to the desert and spend an unforgettable night in a desert camp in the desert.
Experience a beautiful Sunrise over the sand dunes before you leave the desert. Drive to Wadi Shab – one of the most beautiful Wadis of Oman, with its breathtaking entrance and views of aquamarine pools, waterfalls and terraced plantations. The tour proceeds to Wadi Tiwi. On our return, we stop to explore the Bimmah Sinkhole, a spectacular limestone crater with blue-green water at the bottom.
Enjoy a boat ride with a unique opportunity to watch dolphins in Oman waters.
Rest of the day is at leisure or guests can book an optional tour.
Say good bye to your memorable stay in Oman. Transfers are arranged to bring you to the airport for your departure flight.
Tour Code: P/M/671
Minimum participants: 01
Tour starts: Daily from Muscat
Duration: 7 days (6 nights)
Availability: Jan – May & Sep – Dec
Guided Tour? Yes
Languages: English. (German, French, Italian on request for private tours)
Transport: Saloon car / Micro van / Mini bus/ Coach tour on days 1- 5 & 7. 4WD Shuttle on day 4. Boat tour on day 6
Sun screen Steady shoes Hat
Grand Mosque is only opened for visitors from Saturday to Thursday from 8:00 – 11:00 am.
Dolphin Watching: This tour is weather sensitive and we will offer you an alternative date in case of a cancellation due to bad weather.
Please note that you are planning to observe wild animals in their natural habitat. No guarantee can be assured of the sight of wild animals. Furthermore, we do expect you to be nature friendly and well aware of ecological ethics.
Optional tour: Guests can book a sunset dhow cruise tour as an optional tour on day 7 for 55$ per person (only on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays)
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