| Duration: | 5 Day(s) - 4 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Culture Tours |
Experience Oman’s Hidden Treasures
Day 1: Muscat
Meet and assist at Muscat airport, then transfer to Shangri La (Al Waha) Hotel, Muscat (*****), or a similar hotel in Muscat. Afternoon, city tour of Muscat. Overnight Stay at Shangri La (Al Waha) Hotel, Muscat (*****) Check-in time 1400hours.
Day 2: Barka City Tour
After breakfast, we proceed to the northern area through the magical mountains up to Barka City. Visit the traditional market and Barka Fort. Move to Nakhal and visit Nakhal Fort. Drive off-road until we reach WadiBani Awf, a beautiful wadi with plenty of spots for great pictures.
Thereafter, visit the village of BiladSayt, a mountain village set from a stunning point of view. Head off to WadiGhul, a spectacularly deep canyon in the mountain range out of which rises Jabel Shams, the highest point in Oman at over 3,000m. Jabel Shams, the mountain of the sun, is home to weavers of heavy woolen rugs in distinctive red, black and brown geometric designs.
Along the steep and windy road leading to the top of the mountain, you will discover small villages hiding within the mountain's rocks Like Masfat Al Abryeen. Overnight stay at Jabal Shams Resort.B/D. (Breakfast and dinner will be provided)
Day 3: Heritage Tour
After breakfast, Drive on further to reach Bahla, the ancient, walled town famous for its pottery and a Fort which is a UNESCO world heritage site. You can then visit Jabrin which has possibly the finest castle built in Oman - that was once also used as a University.
Thereafter, drive to Nizwa which is the former capital of Oman, and visit Nizwa Fort and Souq,; Nizwa is definitely a place to be explored. Points of interest are its majestic forts and the silver souq which is famous for silver souvenirs. Visit Barkat Al Mawz for the old irrigation system and return to Nizwa.
Afternoon, proceed to the Wahiba Sands to see the sunset over the sand dune. 1000 night camp provides its visitors to have an experience under the stars overnight in the desert. We will reserve you a Sheikh Tent which is having private bathrooms. Overnight stay at 1000 Nights Camp in the desert at Sheikh Tent. (Breakfast and dinner will be provided)
Day 4: Sur
After Breakfast, proceed to Sur through Wahiba Sand. Visit the ancient port and seafaring town which once played a major part in the trade between Oman, East Africa, and India. It started its trading activities with the African coast as early as the 6th century.
A walk through its labyrinth of streets reveals many fine old houses with carved doors and arabesque windows and fishing dhows in the harbor. En route to visit, WadiTiwi, BimahSink Hole, Stop at the White beach on the turquoise water of the Gulf of Oman. Continue to Muscat. Overnight Stay at Shangri La (Al Waha) Hotel, Muscat (*****) Breakfast will be provided for the day at 1000 night camp.
Day 5: Departure
After breakfast, Free day at your leisure till pick up Time for the airport to fly back home. (Check-out time 1200 hrs). Breakfast will be provided
Kindly note that the above-mentioned rate will not be valid from 21st December to 04th January (including both days)
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