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8 Day itinerary in Oman, Middle East

Oman Historical Tour

08 Days exotic journey of Oman to catch glimpse of most highlighted places of this Monarchy. Guided tour from arrival till departure visit Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Bait Al Zubair Museum, visit the oldest souk of Oman which is called Mutrah souk. Enjoy the boat ride at Wadi Shab, visit Bimah Sinkhole ... Read More

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English, Spanish, French, German, Italian

GUIDANCE

Tour Leader

starting point

Muscat

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Indigenous culture

Hiking

Culture & History

Meet local people

Visit markets

Water & Coastline

Nature & Wildlife

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

visit 16th century Portuguese forts Mirani and Jalali

2

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque & Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque

3

visit Jabrin castle, built in 17th century, visit Bahla one of the oldest small towns of Oman

4

Sunset cruise at Marina Harbour

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Muscat Arrival

Arrive Muscat International Airport Meet our Accompanied English speaking guide in Arrival Hall with luggage. Meet & assist & then transfer to the designated Hotel. Check-in & overnight in Hotel (No Meal is considered)

Guide: Included for the day

Accommodation:

  • standard Hotel: Tulip Inn Muscat
Day 2

place Muscat City tour

Breakfast at Hotel You will proceed for full day tour of Muscat City. The tour begins with a visit to the beautiful Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the Middle East. Visit the beautiful Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque located in the valley of Boushar Sands. After visits, drive to Old Muscat. Continue to Bait Zubair Museum, exhibiting the wealth of Oman’s Cultural 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 of Old 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 and silver items. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque & Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque Dress code: A dress code is applicable to visit Grand Mosque. Ladies should wear full sleeves shirt & head should be covered with scarf. Men should wear full pants, not allowed to wear shorts. Similar attire is recommended at Al Ameen Mosque too. Opening timings: Saturday – Thursday from 0800-1100hrs Return to hotel & overnight in Hotel.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • standard Hotel: Tulip Inn Muscat
Day 3

place Muscat - Birkat Al Mouz -Bahla - Jabrin - Nizwa

Breakfast at Hotel Drive to the historic town of Nizwa, enroute visit Birkat al Mouz, the place where you found lush green dates plantation. Drive up to the view point to get some spectacular snaps of the ruins of the old village and plantations. While you move forward you will notice the dramatic change of nature of the landscapes. Later drive to visit Jabrin castle, built in 17th century and one of the finest of its kind. Its magnificent plasterwork, the carved doors and the painted wooden beams of the ceilings makes this castle amazingly different. Thereafter continue to Bahla, one of the oldest small towns of Oman and in the 12th century the capital of the tribe living in the region. The monumental fort is open for public after a long restoration activity. Bahla is also famous for its pottery and you will visit a potter’s workshop (not possible on Fridays and Public Holidays) Check-in at Hotel & overnight in Hotel.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • standard Hotel: Falaj Daris Hotel
Day 4

place Nizwa - Ibra - Wahiba

Breakfast at Hotel Morning visit beautiful Nizwa Fort with its massive Circular Cannon Tower, making it one of the most impressive forts in Oman and walk through the traditional Nizwa Souq. Later proceed to the village of Ibra for a special shopping experience. Once a week this Souq (on Wednesdays), opposite the main market, attracts women-only buyers and sellers from all over the region, selling a variety of handicrafts such as baskets, woven cushions and camel bags. Men are usually not welcome, and photographs are prohibited here in the only Souq in the country dedicated to female shoppers. {Our vehicle will report to pick the Guest by 4wd Land Cruiser} Later drive into the Wahiba Sands, a vast mass of undulating red and white sea of sand. After some exciting sand dune, visit Bedouin Family in desert. Lunch with Bedouin Family After Lunch proceeds to Hotel in Desert & upon arrival, check-in at hotel Evening go for short camel ride 10 Minutes (In-house entertainment is available in hotel, Check with Hotel) Enjoy a BBQ dinner with Omani music and a dance show (seasonal). Overnight in Hotel.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • standard Hotel: Arabian Oryx Camp
Day 5

place Wahiba - Wadi Bani Khalid - Sur - Ras Al Jinz

Breakfast at Hotel Your first destination today is Wadi Bani Khalid – an oasis spot in the middle of the barren and dry mountains. It is one of the most beautiful wadis in Oman and its pools with clear deep blue water give you an opportunity to take a refreshing dip. Later will reach the coastal town of Sur, renowned for its dhow shipyard in former times Unfortunately, the operation at the yard has almost been completely shut down. Lunch at Local Restaurant in Sur, after Lunch drive to Ras al Hadd, upon arrival check-in at 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. Overnight stay Hotel.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • standard Hotel: Turtle Beach Resort
Day 6

place Ras Al Jinz - Fins Beach - Bimah - Muscat

Breakfast at Hotel drive to Muscat via the scenic coastal road. En-route visit Bibi Mariam Tomb in Qalhat (only photo stop- as closed for renovation). Later drive to visit the picturesque wadi Tiwi, after visit drive to Fins Beach & limestone Sinkhole in Bimah later visit the Village of Qaryat. Arrival in Muscat and drop at Hotel & Check-in at Hotel & overnight at Hotel

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • standard Hotel: Tulip Inn Muscat
Day 7

place Morning Shopping Tour & Afternoon Sunset Cruise

Breakfast at Hotel Morning visit Amoug Perfume Factory & Lunch at Local Restaurant Evening @1630 Hrs: Transfer from your city to the pier side to embark on a boat for a cruise through the Muscat coast. Enjoy the many scenes that reflect Omani history and Portuguese architecture around old Muscat. Watch the sun setting behind the spectacular golden mountain backdrop of Muscat City from the sea. Just as the waters turn gold, we retrace our journey towards marina with lots of memories for ever. Your sunset cruise is a fabulous way to end the day. (Soft drinks, tea and coffee will be served on board) Dinner & overnight at Hotel.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • standard Hotel: Tulip Inn Muscat
Day 8

place Muscat: Departure to Airport

Breakfast at Hotel Morning free on independent activities Late evening departure transfer to Muscat Airport board the flight for onward destination

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • Tulip Inn Muscat
  • Falaj Daris Hotel
  • Arabian Oryx Camp
  • Turtle Beach Resort

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (7)
  • Lunch (6)
  • Dinner (6)

Transport expand_less

  • Air-conditioned vehicle with comfortable seating

Activities expand_less

  • Activities as per itinerary

Extras expand_less

  • VAT / Taxes / 01 (500 ml ) water bottle each per person per day during sightseeing

Not Included expand_less

  • Visa / Insurance / Flight Ticket / other Meal / other service / Tips money for chauffeur and Guide

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