Guide

English speaking guide

Transport

Private Toyota 4wd drive

Accommodation

Mysk al mouje 4* Mysk al mouje 4* Sama Al Akhdar Hotel 3* or similar Desert night camp or similar Sama ras al jinz resort or similar Crown Plaza Muscat 4* Crown Plaza Muscat 4*

Meals

Half board in Muscat ( includes two meals. One of them is breakfast. The other is lunch or dinner.) Full board outside Muscat ( includes all meals- breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Not included:

Flights

Insurance

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Day 1 Muscat
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Muscat

Welcome to Oman and the start of our thrilling adventure.

Arrive in Muscat and enjoy the transfer to the hotel (included in the tour) where you will spend the first night. The remainder of the day is at your disposal – feel free to explore on your own.
Day 2 Muscat City Sightseeing Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Muscat City Sightseeing Tour

Pick up from the hotel is at 9.00 am. A sightseeing tour around Muscat, the capital of Oman, is a great chance to inbreathe the Arabic atmosphere and explore the city where the ancient architecture and monuments are intertwined with the modern life.

The first sight on the tour is Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque which is truly a masterpiece of the world architecture. The construction of the mosque took 6 years and it was successfully opened in 2001. The mosque is a traditional building of Islamic architecture made from sandstone and marble. It has got 5 minarets – one main and four side minarets which create a special distinctive look. The internal design of the mosque is rich in authentic mosaic, huge Persian carpets and chandeliers decorated with Swarovski crystals.

Our next stop is the Royal Opera House – the pearl of Oman musical and stage art.

The third sight we can’t miss visiting is Muttrah Souq – the traditional Arabic market located right ashore the Gulf of Oman. That’s an ideal place if you want to have a glimpse of quotidian life of Oman. Just wander along the rows, look at the items of interest, indulge in bargaining and have fun as here you can find everything from spices to traditional rugs, vases or just cute souvenirs. Having seen the market we should also drop in to the Muttrah Fort. The Fort stretches back its history to 1580s when the Portuguese built it. It used to serve as a military defense from the enemies in the past, but today it’s open for tourists.

We continue our journey of Muscat visiting a beautiful Al Alam Palace – the residence of the Sultan. It is guarded by twin forts from both sides so you are likely to enjoy the magnificent scenery. Located in the center of the old city, it always attracts a lot of visitors and, although, people are not allowed to go inside, they can peacefully stroll around and take stunning photos.
Day 3 Nizwa/Al Hamra Heritage Village/Green Mountain
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Nizwa/Al Hamra Heritage Village/Green Mountain

Early in the morning we drive off to Nizwa, the ancient capital of Oman so that to be in time to visit Nizwa Fort and the traditional Souq. From there we will travel to AL Hamra, one of the oldest villages in Oman located at the foot of Hajar Mountains. We will take a walk among antique mud brick houses before continuing our journey upward to the Green Mountain stopping on the way to delight in the astounding views of the Hajar Mountains. Even on a hottest day it’s nice and cool up here. Jebel Akhdar is famous for its labyrinth of wadis and terraced orchards, where pomegranates, apricots and roses grow in abundance due to its mild Mediterranean climate. You are bound to enjoy this spectacular scenery, ancient rock carvings and remote villages.

Overnight in the mountains.
Day 4 Birkat Al Mouz/Desert Experience
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Birkat Al Mouz/Desert Experience

Today we are going to visit a Bedouin family in the desert. After spending some time with the family and enjoying Omani coffee and dates, we head for the desert camp. In the evening driving deep into the desert we will watch the sunset from the dunes and startling photos. Later on, BBQ dinner will be served at the camp. After dinner you can enjoy a friendly conversation sitting around the camp fire.
Day 5 Sur/Ras Al Jinz/Turtle Beach
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sur/Ras Al Jinz/Turtle Beach

At 7.00 am after breakfast we head towards Wadi Bani Khalid. Here we stop for a energizing swim in fresh deep pools an explore the hidden Mukal Cave, relax under the sun and feel a nice breeze from the mountains. Afterwards we’ll have a delicious lunch in the Wadi and drive off to Bidiya village.Departure from the hotel after breakfast and our way takes us to Sur. In the morning we will show you the city of Sur with some old forts and the famous Arabian Dhow Factory where you can see traditional wooden dhows being built. Soon after, the tour continues to Ras al Jinz. We will check in at the hotel and then make our way to the turtle sanctuary in Ras al Jinz. At this point the evening sky will take over we will set off on a guided walking tour at the beautiful beach under the stars where we have a good chance of seeing green sea turtles making their way onto the beach to build their nests and lay eggs. If we are lucky, we may also see baby turtles hatching from the eggs.
Day 6 Wadi Shab/ Fins Beach/ Bimmah Sinkhole/ Muscat
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Wadi Shab/ Fins Beach/ Bimmah Sinkhole/ Muscat

At 8.00 a.m. from Ras al Jinz we start our journey towards the East Coast. We will drive along the stunning coastal road where you can observe turquoise waters of the Sea of Oman. Our first stop at the Wadi Shab . Here, after crossing the lake on a board of small ferry, we start hiking in Wadi Shab. It is an easy hike leading us to the beautiful fresh pools where we can enjoy swimming to the hidden cavern with waterfall.We will stop by at Fins beach, also known as Pebble beach because of its beautiful pink pebbles, which create a magic confluence of the sea and the beach. The next stop is Bimmah sinkhole, after which we will lead the way to the entrance of Wadi Shab. Upon crossing the lake onboard of a small ferry we start hiking in the wadi. It is an easy hike leading us to the beautiful fresh pools where we can enjoy swimming to the hidden cavern with a secret waterfallBy evning we arrive to the hotel in Muscat.
Day 7 Snorkeling And Dolphin Watching
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Snorkeling And Dolphin Watching

Dolphins abound in the waters of the Sultanate of Oman in large quantities and they can be seen all the year round. It is a breathtaking view spotting the dolphins while they swim around the boat and jump when feeding on sardines and other small fish. There is no special place where the dolphins are located, they can actually be found at any distance offshore. While we are exceptional at locating dolphins, unfortunately, there is no guarantee that dolphins will be seen at every trip, however, we hope you are lucky to see them!

After watching the dolphins we can enjoy snorkeling in the open sea and discovering the mysteries of the undersea world such as colorful coral reefs and stunning endemic marine life which is widely varied in the Sea of Oman.

Duration: 3 hours
Day 8 Trip Finishes In Muscat
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trip Finishes In Muscat

The trip finishes after breakfast at our hotel in Muscat. There are no activities planned for today, so you are free to depart from Muscat at any time. If your flight departs later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at the hotel. Please inform the company about the pick-up time for the airport.

8 days tour

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Itinerary of your trip Oman Adventure (Private Tour)

Muscat

Muscat City Sightseeing Tour

Nizwa/Al Hamra Heritage Village/Green Mountain

Birkat Al Mouz/Desert Experience

Sur/Ras Al Jinz/Turtle Beach

Wadi Shab/ Fins Beach/ Bimmah Sinkhole/ Muscat

Snorkeling And Dolphin Watching

Trip Finishes In Muscat

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