A short round tour with cultural and natural highlights of the north and south of Oman. This 6 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 excursion to Nizwa in the morning after breakfast. 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. Return to your hotel in Muscat.
Overnight in Muscat.
Start a half day city tour in Muscat. Visit the highlights of the city including Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque,Opera House, Qasr Al Alam, the official Palace of HM Sultan Qaboos, Bait Al Zuabir Museum and Muttrah souq.
Take the flight in the afternoon to the southern capital of Oman; Salalah in Dhofar region. We will welcome you at the airport and drive to the hotel for check in.
Visit the highlights of the Salalah city in the morning. This tour included Salalah’s well-known banana and coconut plantations, The Frankincense Land Museum, the traditional Souq filled with frankincense products and the majestic Sultan Qaboos grand mosque.
Visit the west of Salalah. West of Salalah lies the Jebel al Qamar, one of the most dramatic sections of the Dhofar Mountains. Dotted with tiny coastal villages, Mountains with lush green vegetation, areas with naturally grown frankincense trees and some magical beaches, west Salalah is worth visiting during your stay in Dhofar making a remarkable short excursion. Mughsail Beach, Blow holes, hair pin bend road and the naturally grown frankincense trees are the highlights of the tour.
The stunning desert of Ar Rub Al Khali (The Empty Quarter) is Dhofars most remarkable and popular site with its untouched and magical sand dunes. Visit the legendary ‘Lost City of Ubar’ enroute. 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.
Say good-bye to your memorable stay in Oman. Transfers are arranged to bring you to the airport for your departure flight.
Tour Code:R/O/564
Minimum participants: 01
Tour starts: Daily from Muscat
Duration: 6 Days (5 Nights)
Availability: January – April / September – December
Guided Tour? Yes
Languages: English. (German, French, Italian on request for private tours)
Transport: Tours on day 2, 3, 4 and transfers by Saloon car/ Micro Van/ Mini Bus/ Coach. 4WD Jeep tour on day 5
Sun screen Steady shoes Hat
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.
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