Discover Oman Superior
Discover Oman Superior
Discover Oman Superior
6 Days Starting and ending in Muscat, Oman
Visiting: Muscat, Mutrah Souq, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Bait Al Zubair Museum, Al Alam Palace, Maison Musée Bait Al Safah, Jabrin, Nizwa, Jebel Shams, Wahiba Sands, Sinaw Market, Wadi Bani Khalid, Sur, Bimmah Sinkhole, Wadi Tiwi
Tour operator:
Tour code:
12496
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 24
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
DISCOVER OMAN
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Muscat ( / / )
Location: Muscat
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Millennium Hotel
Arrival at Muscat International Airport. After proceeding through immigration and collecting your luggage, you will be met by your driver in the arrivals hall. Transfer to the hotel and check in. Overnight at Muscat.
Day 2 : Full–Day Muscat Tour And Sunset Boat Trip (Appr. 80Km) (B/L/ )
Location: Muscat, Mutrah Souq, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Bait Al Zubair Museum, Al Alam Palace
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Millennium Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
At 09:30 depart for the city tour which begins with a visit to the magnificent Grand Mosque, built with sandstone and marble. A beautiful Swarovski chandelier and a huge handmade Persian carpet adorn the main prayer hall. Then continue to Muttrah Souk, a traditional market. Enjoy the lively atmosphere and the scent of frankincense and spices. Next, visit Bait Al Zubair museum. This privately owned museum, located in the old town of Muscat, is known for its fine collection of traditional costumes, antique jewellery and weapons. Lunch is included in a local restaurant during the tour.
Afterwards we will have a photo stop at Al Alam Palace, the palace of the Sultan, followed by a 2-hour sunset boat ride along the coast of Muscat. On the way back to the hotel, photo stop at the Royal Opera House and drive through the ministry and embassy district back to the hotel. Free time for dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 : Muscat – Jabreen – Al Hamra – Jebel Shams – Nizwa (Appr. 350Km) (B/L/ )
Location: Maison Musée Bait Al Safah, Jabrin, Muscat, Nizwa, Jebel Shams
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Golden Tulip Nizwa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast we will leave Muscat and depart towards the interior of Oman. You will visit Jabreen Castle, Oman's most beautiful castle with its winding hallways, hidden staircases and beautifully decorated interior.
Later, you will reach Al Hamra and visit the village. Afterwards switch to 4x4 vehicles and go further up to Jebel Shams, the ‘mountain of the sun’. Enjoy the spectacular view from the Grand Canyon. Lunch during the tour in a local restaurant.
Afterwards, proceed to Nizwa, the former capital of Oman. Visit Nizwa Souq, which lies in the vicinity of the walls of the famous Nizwa Fort. The building embraces both traditional and modern architectural lines through its many alleys and divisions. Nizwa Souq has remained for hundreds of years home to a number of local industries, such as daggers, copper, spinning, livestock, fish, vegetables and handicrafts.
Overnight at Nizwa.
Day 4 : Nizwa – Sinaw Market – Al Manzifat – Wahiba Sands (Appr. 220Km) (B/L/D)
Location: Wahiba Sands, Sinaw Market, Nizwa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Desert Nights Camp Wahiba
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, proceed to Sinaw Thursday Market, held every Thursday. It is a very busy market due to its proximity to the Bedouin communities, who head there to buy staples and sell their livestock and handicrafts.
After the visit you proceed to a local house where you will meet the family and enjoy a homemade lunch.
After lunch, see the ruins of the old mercantile community of Al Manzifat near Ibra. Later arrive in Wahiba Sands. 4x4 vehicles will take you to the camp.
Dinner and overnight in the desert camp.
Day 5 : Wahiba Sands – Wadi Bani Khalid – Sur – Ras Al Hadd (Appr. 230Km) (B/L/D)
Location: Wadi Bani Khalid, Sur
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Turtle Beach Resort 3*Sup
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, take the 4x4 vehicles and return to the bus. You proceed to Wadi Bani Khalid, which stands in strong contrast to the desert with its natural pools and greenery. Afterwards you will continue to the coastal town of Sur and visit the dhow factory.
Drive to Ras Al Hadd and Check in to the hotel.
After dinner, night excursion to Ras Al Jinz turtle reserve, where you can witness the nestling turtles. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Dinner and overnight at Ras Al Hadd.
Day 6 : Ras Al Hadd – Wadi Tiwi – Bimah Sinkhole – Muscat (Appr. 250Km) (B/L/ )
Location: Muscat, Bimmah Sinkhole, Sur, Wadi Tiwi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast we will drive to Sur for a short city tour. After that we will start our journey back to Muscat along the coast. We will stop at the beautiful Wadi Tiwi and have lunch at Wadi Shab Resort. You then head towards Bimah Sinkhole, a geological formation of the karst topography and a scenic wonder.
Continue your drive to Muscat and transfer to the selected hotel (for guests who have booked an extension) or airport (without tour guide) or back to a standard hotel where you can use the gym area to freshen up before your flight. Optional dinner at the hotel (not included in price).
Airport transfer (without guide) 3 hours prior to departure of the flight.
**Departure flight should be evening time**
What's Included
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Accommodation in above mentioned hotels in standard room; including breakfast
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English-speaking tour guide (excluding transfers)
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Airport transfers with local driver
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Meals as per the programme (2 half board dinner & Lunches during the excursion)
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Entrance fees to the places/sights mentioned in the programme
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Drinking water during excursions
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Nizwa Fort visit
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Value Added Tax (VAT) 5% in Oman
What's Not Included
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Insurance; flights and airport tax
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Visa
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Meet & Greet at Muscat inside the airport/transit (see under ‘Information about the Sultanate of Oman’)
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Meals and beverages (unless mentioned in the programme) and personal expenses (phone calls; laundry; beverages; etc)
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Tips for tour guide; drivers; porters and other service staff
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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What is the maximum group size?
22
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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How does Today Voyages work?
We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?
Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.
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What is an additional excursion or tour optional?
Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!
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What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?
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Free Date Changes
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Low Deposit
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of today voyages charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.