Day 01 : Muscat Arrival
On arrival you will be received by our representative & transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 02 : Muscat (B)
After breakfast, you will proceed for a half day city tour. The tour begins with a visit to the beautiful Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque one of the largest mosques in the Middle East. Visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum, exhibiting the wealth of Oman’s history and thus imparting knowledge about the country’s rich culture and traditions to the visitor. Later you drive along the picturesque Corniche to the once walled district Muscat. You will have photo stops at the residence of his Majesty Sultan Qaboos, the Al Alam Palace, which is flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts Mirani and Jalali. You will be strolling through Muttrah souq, where you will be bargaining for handicrafts & silver items. Back to hotel.(To enter Grand mosque dress code for Ladies - should be fully covered with scarf & wear full sleeves shirt & men are not allowed to wear shorts)

Day 03 : Nizwa – Bahla - Jabrin (B, L, D)
Today you will have full day visit of the historic town of Nizwa, Oman’s cultural capital. You will visit the powerful fort with its massive Circular Cannon Tower, one of the most impressive forts in Oman & the traditional souq. You then proceed to Jabrin castle built in 17th century is one of the finest of its kind. Its magnificent plasterwork, the carved doors & the painted wooden beams of the ceilings makes this castle amazingly different. Drive back to Nizwa to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Thereafter continue to Bahla, one of the oldest towns of Oman & in the 12th century the capital of the tribe living in the region. As the monumental fort is closed for renovation only a photo stop is planned. Drive back to Nizwa & check in to hotel.

Day 04 : Wahiba Sands (B, L, D)
Morning drive to Wahiba sands, via traditional Old Omani village Ibra, Al Mintrib. You will stop at each place for photo sessions. Your first destination today is Wadi Bani Khalid – an oasis spot in the middle of the barren & dry mountains. It is one of the most beautiful wadis in Oman & its pools with clear deep blue water give you an opportunity to take a refreshing dip. Then proceed to Wahiba sands, a vast mass of undulating red & white sea of sand. The ever-changing patterns of the dunes are a photographer’s delight. After some exciting sand dune driving which offers excellent thrills and chills for all, you will arrive at the desert night camps.

Day 05 : Sur - Ras Al Jinz (B, L, D)
Drive to Sur, renowned for its dhow shipyard in former times. Unfortunately, the operation at the yard has almost been completely shut down. Check-in at the hotel. After an early dinner you will visit the turtle sanctuary at Ras Al Jinz, where at night the Green Turtles, after a journey of thousands of kilometers will come ashore to lay their eggs. You then return to hotel for the overnight.

Day 06 : Muscat (B, L)
Drive along the coast to Muscat. You visit Wadi Tiwi, an oasis well known for its lemon and date plantations & then proceed to the Bibi Miriam Mausoleum in Qalhat. The road leads through scenic countryside & rugged mountains to the small fishing town of Quriyat. You drive further to Wadi Shab, en route you see lush villages surrounded with dates, lemon & mango plantations. You finally reach Wadi Shab – an oasis spot in the middle of the barren & dry mountains. It is one of the most beautiful wadis and its pools with clear deep blue water give you an opportunity to take a refreshing dip. On the coastal road you stop at the limestone Sinkhole in Bimah & then continue to Fins Beach. Reach Muscat & check in to the hotel.

Day 07 : Muscat Departure (B)
Checkout from the hotel & transfer to the Muscat International Airport for onward flight journey.
 

Kindly Note: Self-drive option will allow you to drive yourselves and follow our guide vehicle. This option is cost effective and designed for family traveler who wish to drive themselves and travel privately. Self-drive terms and condition apply.
 

• Standard double/twin room accommodation with breakfast

• Lunch at local restaurants on days 3/4/5/6

• Dinner at hotels on days 3/4/5

• All transfers & sightseeing, services of an English speaking driver/guide on tours.

• Entrance fees at forts, castles, museums and Ras Al Jinz Turtle Research Center

• Bottled mineral water on tour

• All taxes

• Anything not mentioned in the cost inclusions

• Personal telephone calls, laundry, room service, etc

• Alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages and bottled mineral water during meals at hotels

• International flight tickets, visas & visa assistance
  Tips & Porterage

50% Advance payment on confirmation and balance 50% 30 days prior to arrival. For contracted partner this term will be as per contract.