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- Take a dip in the crystal clear waters in the mountains at Wadi Bani Khalid
- Enjoy some 4WD dune bashing
- Visit the ancient city of Qalhat
- Learn about the nesting habits of the Green Turtles
- Sleep under the stars in a Bedouin desert camp
- Explore the picturesque village of Misfat Al Abrien
- Go bargain hunting in the Muscat market
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- Meet & greet on arrival and private airport transfers
- All touring in private air-conditioned vehicles
- Time to explore Muscat, the capital of Oman, including the Grand Mosque and lively markets. Described as "Arabia's jewel”, this city is a blend of the old and the new
- Take a fun 4WD journey along the scenic coastal road to Fins Beach where you will enjoy a picnic lunch
- Explore the archaeological ancient city of Qalhat, an important trading city in the 14th and 15th centuries and now a World Heritage site
- Visit the old African port of Sur, a placid sea coastal town with striking traditional dwellings
- Learn about the nesting habits of the Green Turtles on the beach of Ras Al Hadd where every year about 30,000 turtles come to lay their eggs
- Swim in the enchanting Wadi Bani Khalid, one of the best-known wadis of the Sharqiyah region
- Wake up to the magnificent desert sunrise of the Wahiba Sands
- Explore the oasis city of Nizwa with its blend of the modern and the ancient. Here you will experience old Omani culture and traditions
- Visit the picturesque village of Misfat Al Abrien with its ancient houses dramatically perched on top of the mountain slopes
- Shop for authentic pottery in Bahla, the home of myths and legends that have carried through the centuries
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Itinerary
Welcome to Muscat, a vibrant port city and capital of the Sultanate of Oman. After being met and transferred to your hotel enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Explore Muscat on a city tour this morning, starting at the magnificent Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. Then visit the lively Muttrah Souq, thought to be one of the oldest marketplaces in the Arab world. See the Sultan’s Palace and finish at the Bait Al Zubair Museum, home to a beautifully curated display of Omani culture and history.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Travelling by 4WD along the spectacular coastline, stop to visit the fishing village of Qurayyat. In Wadi Shab enjoy a short hike to discover the beautiful waterfalls and turquoise pools nestled between stone cliffs. Reach the...
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Discover enchanting Wadi Bani Khalid today, where you’ll be able to swim in the incredible emerald pools. In the afternoon head inland to the vast desert of Wahiba Sands. Travelling off-road by 4WD, explore the mesmerising landscape of endless dunes and witness a breathtaking sunset. Spend the night under a blanket of stars in a typical desert campsite.
Meals: Breakfast
Waking to the sun rising over the desert, visit a Bedouin house to experience the warm Omani hospitality with a cup of kahwa (Arabic coffee) and dates. Sightseeing today also includes a visit to the old abandoned mercantile village of Al Mansfah and the town of Nizwa. Here you’ll visit its round fort and the Silver Souq, renowned for its handcrafted jewellery.
Meals: Breakfast
On the way back to Muscat, stop for a photo at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed mudbrick fort of Bahla, the beautifully decorated Jabrin Fort, and explore the picturesque village of Misfat Al Abrein, where time seems to have stood still. This afternoon visit the oasis village of Birkat Al Mauz.
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
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