Explore Oman 8 Days Tour

Explore Oman 8 Days Tour

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Explore Oman 8 Days Tour

8 Days Starting in Muscat and ending in Muscat, Oman

Visiting: Muscat, Bimmah Sinkhole, Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve, Al Hadd, Wadi Ash Shab, Wahiba Sands, Dhow Factory, Wadi Bani Khalid, Nizwa, Nizwa Fort, Nizwa Souq, Jebel Shams, Jabreen Castle, Bahla Fort, Misfah al Abriyyin, Al Hamra

Tour code:

EO-8D

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 12

Physical rating:

Medium, Normal hiking

Age range:

16-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Halal

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Hiking, Swimming

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Tour Overview

Welcome to the hidden gem of the Middle East which is Oman. Here you will experience the Arab culture and the natre blessed by God. You will cover the most charming attractions and sightseeing in this tour. Oman is famous for the natural valleys also called wadi , Oman has the most beautiful mountains surrounded by the green villages and mud houses with a life of more than 400 years. When it comes to Middle East desert are the most popular attraction to explore and the same goes for Oman which offers the golden sand desert with exceptional views of sunset. Join this exploration tour of Oman for a lifetime experience and an unforgettable trip.

Highlights

  • Arrival at Muscat international airport - you will be picked up by our chauffer person and dropped to your hotel for overnight.

  • Full day Muscat city tour to experience the royal history and the beautiful sights of the capital city.

  • Visit of the beautiful Wadi Shab with other attractions is the most visited and loveable place for the tourist and the residents

  • Wahiba sands desert tour will be a mesmerizing tour with the dune bashing & sunset watching activity.

  • Get knowledgeable by visiting the historical Nizwa fort famous for the battles in 16th century & get a chance to buy traditional handicrafts from the Nizwa souq(market).

  • Hike towards the Jebal shams mountain known for its surrounding green villages of Al Hamra & Misfat.

Places You'll See

Turtle Watching Rass Al Jinzz

Wadi Shab

Nizwa Fort

Al Alam Palace

Misfat Village Of Jebal Shams

Wadi Shab Canyon

Al Hamra Village Mud Houses

Al Hamra Mud Houses At Jebal Shams Mountains

Nizwa Souq(Market)

Wadi Bai Khalid(Valley)

Dune Bashing At Wahiba Sands Desert

Sunset Watchin At Desert

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Muscat

Location: Muscat International Airport

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 4* Wyndham garden hotel

Arrival in Muscat !! Our chauffer person will receive you and drop you at your hotel.

Day 2 : Full Day Exploring Muscat City

Location: Muscat

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 4* Wyndham garden hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will be picked up at 8.30 am from hotel to be taken to your first destination which is Sultan Qaboos grand mosque. After that you will visit the prestigious Royal opera house with visit to the galleria. After this visit we will drive you towards the Muttrah side where you will have a chance to buy the hand made and special Omani products from the Muttrah souq(market). Your next stop will be at the Bait Al Zubair museum which showcase the history of Oman and its capital. moving ahead will be the photo stop at the residence of HM Sultan the Al Alam palace. lastly a Photo stop is planned to the 16th century Jilali Mirani Forts. the duration will be of 6-7 hours of this tour and in the last you will be dropped back to your hotel.

Day 3 : Wadi Shab Adventures

Location: Bimmah Sinkhole, Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve, Al Hadd, Wadi Ash Shab, Al Hadd

Accommodation: Resort, Resort

Accommodation Name: Turtle beach resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Your todays journey will start at 8.30 am after breakfast towards coastline attractions. Our first stop will be at Bimmah sinkhole, this hole is a wonder as it is a giantic hole on a hard land and its always filled with fresh waters. you will have a chance to have a dip into water. moving ahead next stop will be at Wadi Shab, considered as the most beautiful Valleys in Oman. here you will be shifted to a small fishing boat and taken to the main canyon, from there it will be a small hiking track of 15 minutes and then you will be at the at the main Valley. you can swim into the falling by the narrow canyons and have a great experience of swimming. Next stop will be at the resort in Rass Al Hadd where you will relax and have your dinner. At 7.30 pm we will take you to the Rass Al Jinzz turtle reserves for the turtle watching activity and you will be back to resort for overnight stay.

Day 4 : Wahiba Sands Desert Adventures

Location: Wahiba Sands, Dhow Factory, Wahiba Sands, Wadi Bani Khalid

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Arabian oryx camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Morning 8.30 am your tour will start and you will drive to the Sur city for the visit to the traditional dhow factory(dhow is a locally manufactured boat used in every Middle eastern country). After this visit you will travel to Wadi bani khalid which is know for its natural pools surrounded by the mountains. You can have swimming time in the crystal waters. Moving to the last destination we will reach to the Wahiba sands desert where our experienced drivers will perform the dune bashing services and they will take you to the top dune where you can capture the scenic views of sunset. lastly you will enjoy the local food in desert camp.

Day 5 : Tour To Historical City Nizwa

Location: Nizwa, Nizwa Fort, Nizwa Souq

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Al Diyar Nizwa

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will start the tour after 9.00 am and will be taken to the ex capital city of Oman which is Nizwa. This city has a significant history on battles with portuguese and others as well. first visit of yours will be at the Nizwa Fort where you will see the battle area, the twin towers or the watch towers of the fort and many other parts of the fort. the guides will provide all the relevant information of the fort to make you understand the importance of this fort in Oman and Nizwa city. Next stop will be at the traditional Nizwa souq(market) here the locals sell the handmade products like handicrafts, utelcels, pots, Omani jewelries and the Omani dagger. You can buy the items for your loved ones or for yourself as a token of memory. lastly you will stay today in Nizwa and drop to your hotel.

Day 6 : Explore The Bahla Fort & Jabreen Castle

Location: Jebel Shams, Jabreen Castle, Bahla Fort

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Jebal Shams Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today after breakfast you will drive to Bahla city which is the neighbour of Nizwa city. here you will visit the Bahla Fort which has the magnificent history of battles and the was famous for the residence of the rulers at that time. It will be a worthy visit. Next you will be taken to the jabreen castle which was Built in 1675 by Imam Bil-Arab Bin Sultan, Jabreen Castle was an important centre of learning for astrology, medicine and Islamic law and, unusually for Oman's forts and castles, there's quite a lot to discover inside the vast battlements. After this visit you will be taken to the mountains of Jebal Shams for the overnight stay in the sky.

Day 7 : Tour Of Jebal Shams & Surrounding Villages

Location: Muscat, Misfah al Abriyyin, Al Hamra

Accommodation: Hotel, 4* Aloft Hotel

Accommodation Name: 4* Wyndham garden hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today after having you breakfast step outside and feel the fresh air in the mountains. : Pick up 8.30 a.m. You will depart your hotel and proceed towards, drive to Al Hamra to see one of the oldest villages of this region. The traditional mud houses dated back from 400 years are still occupied. Post you will continue through the untamed and rugged countryside. Post we will visit Al Hamra Museum, which is known for portraying the aged history , cultivation and lifestyle of Oman. After an impressive cultural day it will time to travel start heading towards Muscat. Post tour we will drop you at the Hotel.

Day 8 : Departure Day

Location: Muscat International Airport

Today is your departure day !! Our chauffeur service person will pick you from your hotel and drop at the airport for your flight to your country . Good bye from Oman ..

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    7 nights in a 4* or equalant hotel/resort accommodation with breakfast.

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

    Two way airport transfers.

  • Meals

    Daily breakfast and 3 dinners on day 3, day 4, day 6.

  • Fully Guided

    English speaking guide will be throughout the tour with you from Day 2 till Day 7.

  • Entry fee

    1) Entry fee to the Royal Opera house & Bait Al Zubair museum. 2) Entry fee to the Wadi shab boat & the turtle watching activity. 3) Entry fee for the Sur dhow factory. 4) Entry fee to the Nizwa fort 5) Entry fee to the Bahla Fort & Jabreen castle.

  • Water

    Water bottles will be provided daily on tour.

  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Meals

    Meals which are not specified above are not included

  • International Travel

    International flights & visa is not included

Mode of Transport

Transportation of a 4X4 vehicle will be used for 2-4 persons in group.
Transportation of a mini van will be used for 5-8 persons in a group.
Transportation of a coaster bus will be used for 9-12 persons in a group.
Transportation of 4X4 will be used for exploring the desert and the Jebal shams mountains if the tour members are above 4 persons.

Accommodation

4* hotels/resorts accommodations will be provided.

Check out our Q&As

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes. Entry fee to different attractions like museum, forts etc are included as per the program.

  • What is the maximum group size?

    This tour is based on a small group of max 12 persons.

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes. Two way airport transfers are included.

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    All hotels are upto 4* quality.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes. A professional local english speaking guide will be on tour.

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    Yes. Wifi is available in all accommodation

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No. the flights are not included.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been trading from past 10 years.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you want to change your existing dates, kindly inform us atleast 30 days before and choose the next available departure.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You will receive a travel voucher and a confirmation invoice of the total amount you have paid for the tour.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    All the accommodations we are using are certified with local bodies handling health and safety checks for all Hotels, restaurants and more.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Marco   Netherlands

In love with Oman

25-Nov-2023

This Travel company have arranged the tour very nicely. we enjoyed a lot.

Nicoletta D'Anella   Italy

Memorable Trip

04-May-2023

I traveled with this agency and I had a good time but thanks in particular to the driver Mohamed, a wonderful, very kind, helpful person who accompanied us along our tour in Oman. We hope to always find people like this. Thanks Syed

Jay Garrick   Germany

Memorable Trip !

07-Jan-2024

They're very good. I recommend.

Francesco   Netherlands

New year Eve In Oman

29-Dec-2023

Very well arranged tour of 8 days by the agency. we had a remarkable New year Eve in Jebal Akhdar mountains. The night in desert is a lifetime experience. highly recommended.

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