Oman remains one of the last great undiscovered parts of the Middle East. Here, ancient heritage melds beautifully with modern living. Overnight in the dramatic Wahiba Sands desert after visiting the Ras al Jinz Turtle Reserve to observe the endangered species’ nesting process. Still looking for something off the beaten path? Visit Wadi Nakhr, also known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, to get even deeper into Oman’s ethereal beauty — natural and otherwise.
Highlights of Oman
Oman
Day 1 Muscat
Meet your group and group leader
Day 2 Muscat
Explore some of the highlights of the city including the Grand Mosque, the Bait Al Zubair Museum, and the historic souk in Muttrah, before heading to Old Muscat and view the 16th century Al-Mirani and Al-Jelani forts from outside. Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch
Day 3 Muscat/Ras al-Jinz
Leave Muscat behind and drive along the coast towards the picturesque Bimmah Sinkhole. Continue to Sur, renowned in the past for its dhow shipyards, before reaching Ras al-Jinz on the coast. After an early dinner, visit the turtle sanctuary, where green turtles come from thousands of kilometres away to lay eggs at night. Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4 Ras al-Jinz/Wahiba Sands
Drive towards Wādī Banī Khālid, a rocky oasis nestled in the East Hajar mountains filled with natural pools. Later, begin your desert adventure through the dunes towards the desert camp, just in time for a sunset, then enjoy a traditional dinner. Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 5 Wahiba Sands/Nizwá
Leaving the desert behind, we head towards Ibra and visit the impressive Jabrin castle. Continue towards Nizwá, stopping at the historic fortress of Bahla along the way. Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6 Nizwá
Wake early to take part in the Nizwá cattle market. Watch locals buy and trade the best livestock, from goats to cattle, directly from the herders. Continue to the town of Al Hamra, visit the renowned stone houses of Misfat Al Abriyeen and learn about the Falaj network, Oman's ancient water supply system. Return to Nizwa via Jebel Shams and take in view of Wadi Nakhr known as the Grand Canyon of Oman. Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7 Nizwá/Muscat
Drive through Wadi Bani Awf and take in the beauty of the steep mountain cliffs before reaching the end point ("Snake Point") of the gorge. Continue to Muscat for the evening. Meals included: Breakfast
Day 8 Muscat
Depart at any time. Meals included: Breakfast
What’s Included
- Welcome Meeting
- Muscat city tour
- Bimmah Sinkhole and Sur dhow shipyard visit
- Ras al-Jinz turtle sanctuary night walk (seasonal)
- Wahiba Sands desert camp
- Nizwá cattle market
- Mud houses of Misfat al Abyreen walk
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), desert camp (1 night)
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD210-275 for meals not included
Transportation
Walking, private bus, 4×4 vehicle.
NB FLIGHTS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE BUT WE CAN ARRANGE FLIGHTS FOR YOU, IF YOU WISH
