Day 1
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Arrive Muscat and transfer to hotel
Upon arrival at Muscat airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day leisure at your own to explore the city. Overnight at Muscat. Arrive Muscat and transfer to Hotel - Private Basis |
Day 2
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Muscat to Nizwa enroute sightseeing
After breakfast start your journey in a 4WD, pass through the Sumail Gap that divides the western and eastern Hajars and onto the old capital of Oman, Nizwa, famous for its silver, animal souq and big round ancient fort. After visiting the souq and fort we proceed to Jabal Shams, via Al Hamra village and stop at the old village of Ghul to see the abandoned Persian ruins, continue up to the canyon near the summit of Jabal Shams and feel the cool breeze, or visit Jabal Akhdar the green mountain, with picnic lunch enroute. Overnight at Nizwa. Transfer from Muscat to Nizwa with sightseeing - Private Basis |
Day 3
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Nizwa to Sharqiyah Sand with sightseeing
Breakfast then visit the Nizwa souq and fort, drive to Bahla to the huge loam fort which is under renovation at present. Bahla is also known as the pottery capital of Oman. Because of its cultural value, Bahla is placed in the UNESCO's list of heritage monuments. Next visit is Jabrin fort, where you will find one of the most magnificent forts of Oman with its painted ceiling, dungeons, and hidden packages. Processed to Sharqiyah sands via Sinew, visit villages like Ibra, which is famous for the ladies market. Picnic lunch taken en-route in the afternoon proceed to Sharqiyah Sand, check in to desert camp, dune bashing with sunset, dinner at the camp. Overnight – Desert Night Camp or Similar including Breakfast and Dinner. Transfer from Nizwa to Sharqiya Sands with sightseeing - Private Basis |
Day 4
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Sharqiyah Sand to Ras Al Hadd with sightseeing
After breakfast depart the camp and visit the Bedouin house in the desert before proceeding to Wadi Bani Khalid famous for its clear deep blue water and small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. Picnic lunch taken en-route in the wadi. Afternoon proceed to Sur Town and check in at the hotel at Ras Al Hadd. By 20:30 you can visit turtle conservation area to see the turtles coming out of the sea to the beach to lay their eggs (entrance fees not included in the package). Return to hotel for overnight stay at Ras Al Hadd. Transfer from Sharqiyah Sands to Ras Al Hadd with sightseeing - Private Basis |
Day 5
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Ras Al Hadd - Wahiba Sands – Muscat Departure
We proceed to visit Wadi Bani Khalid. It comprises of small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. The Wadi has clear deep blue water. It is advisable to wear light comfortable clothing and walking shoes. The Wahiba Sands, a vast mass of undulating red and white sea of sand and dunes rising up to 200 meters are also host to a variety of flora and fauna. The ever-changing patterns of the dunes are a photographer’s delight. Experience a roller coaster like feeling as our experienced drivers drive you over the dunes. The Wahiba Sands is also home to the traditional Bedouin tribe who are known for their hospitality and their knowledge of the sands. We will stop by a Bedouin family in their traditional and simple habitat. Return to Muscat at 1630 hrs. & drop off at the Airport to catch flight back home. Transfer from Ras Al Hadd to Muscat with sightseeing - Private Basis Muscat Hotel to Airport Transfer - Private Basis |
Muscat – Al Bahjah Hotel or similar 3-star hotel
Nizwa – Hotel Veronica Duqm or similar 4-star hotel
Sharqiya Sands – Al Nahda Resort and Spa or similar 5-star hotel
Ras Al Hadd – Ras Al Hadd Waves Hotel or similar 2-star hotel
deposit (amount depends upon hotel policy). This amount is refunded at the time of check-out, minus the cost of any items taken from the mini-bar or other charges (like late check-out or any damages done to the accommodation).