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Trip Length
8 Days
Trip Starts
Muscat
Trip Finishes
Muscat
Countries Explored:
Oman
Trip Style
Classic
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
DQMM
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 8 Day Highlights of Oman. Oman remains one of the last great undiscovered parts of the Middle East. Here, ancient heritage melds beautifully with modern living. Overnight in the dramatic Wahiba Sands desert after visiting the Ras al Jinz Turtle Reserve to observe the endangered species’ nesting process. Still looking for something off the beaten path? Visit Wadi Nakhr, also known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, to get even deeper into Oman’s ethereal beauty — natural and otherwise.
Itinerary
Arrive at any time. Stay: Radisson Blu Hotel Muscat
Modesty is mandatory for everyone when visiting the Grand Mosque. Men must wear long pants and shirts must cover shoulders (if you have tattoos, they must be fully covered by your clothing). Women must be fully covered including heads, full arms and full legs. We recommend not wearing jewelry unless it is fully covered by your clothing. Proper Omani outfits for men and women can be rented should you wish, and our CEO will be happy to answer any questions or assist in preparing the correct outfits to visit the mosque. Stay: Radisson Blu Hotel Muscat (B/L)
Leave Muscat behind and drive along the coast towards the picturesque Bimmah Sinkhole. Continue to Sur, renowned in the past for its dhow shipyards, before reaching Ras al-Jinz on the coast. After an early dinner, visit the turtle sanctuary, where green turtles come from thousands of kilometres away to lay eggs at night. Stay: Radisson Blu Hotel Muscat (B)
At Wahabi Sands we will stay at a desert lodge with restaurant and cafe. We will overnight in comfortable tents with beds and private bathrooms, there is no A/C in the tents. Stay: Desert Safari Camp (B/D)
Leaving the desert behind, we head towards Ibra and visit the impressive Jabrin castle. Continue towards Nizwá, stopping at the historic fortress of Bahla along the way. Stay: Al Diyar Hotel Nizwa (B)
Wake early to take part in the Nizwá cattle market. Watch locals buy and trade the best livestock, from goats to cattle directly from the herders. Continue to the town of Al Hamra and visit the renowned stone houses of Misfat Al Abriyeen and learn about the Falaj network, Oman's ancient water supply system. Return to Nizwa via Jebel Shams and take in view of Wadi Nakhr known as the Grand Canyon of Oman. Stay: Al Diyar Hotel Nizwa (B)
Drive through Wadi Bani Awf and take in the beauty of the steep mountain cliffs before reaching the end point ("Snake Point") of the gorge. Continue to Muscat for the evening. Stay: Radisson Blu Hotel Muscat (B)
Depart at any time. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Time to explore the city highlights of Muscat.
- Visit a turtle sanctuary.
- Watch the sunset from a desert camp.
- Visit the cattle market in Nizwá.
- Marvel in the canyon views of Jebel Shams.
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Muscat city tour
- Bimmah Sinkhole and Sur dhow shipyard visit
- Ras al-Jinz turtle sanctuary night walk (seasonal)
- Wahiba Sands desert camp
- Nizwá cattle market
- Mud houses of Misfat al Abyreen walk
- Hotel (6 Nights), desert camp (1 Night)
- On this trip you can expect to stay in small local hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
- Walking, private bus, 4x4 vehicle
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Brochure
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Prices & Dates
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
