A trip to Oman is an intense, authentic and deeply fascinating experience. This itinerary will take you on a journey of discovery through the natural and cultural wonders of the Sultanate, across spectacular landscapes and timeless atmospheres. A comprehensive tour that will reveal the authentic soul of Oman, combining nature, history and adventure.,
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Itinerary
Giorno 1 — Jebel Shams
Welcome upon arrival at the airport and immediate start of the tour., Departure by 4x4 to Nakhl to visit its fort. Continue through palm groves until you reach the Ain Thowarah hot springs, before entering the gorges of Wadi Bani Awf, considered the most beautiful off-road route in Oman. For about two hours, you will drive through deep gorges, with the road winding between the rocks. You will discover villages nestled in the mountains, such as the picturesque Bilad Sayt. The road begins to climb at Snake Gorge, a spectacular cleft in the mountains.
Arrival at Jabel Shams, the mountain of the sun, known as the Grand Canyon of Oman. Photo stop to admire the beauty of the canyon from above.
Overnight stay in a hotel in Jebel Shams.,
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Giorno 2 — Jebel Shams → Nizwa
Breakfast, We descend from the mountains to visit the ancient villages of Al Hamra and Misfat, with their old houses nestled among palm trees and crops. We continue to Birkat Al Mauz, where we admire the Falaj (artificial canal), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the ancient village with its mud houses. You then head back to the mountains, towards the Jabel Akdhar range. Take a short walk through the villages famous for their rose cultivation and orchards, thanks to the favourable climate.
Arrival in Nizwa for dinner and overnight stay.,
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Giorno 3 — Nizwa → Wahiba Sands
Breakfast, in the morning visit to Nizwa, The city is built around the walls of the famous fort. Its construction combines both traditional and modern architectural styles. Visit the souk, which has been home to numerous local industries for hundreds of years. Here you can find Omani daggers (khanjar), copperware, silver jewellery, livestock, fish, vegetables and handicrafts., departure for il deserto di Wahiba Sands, Arrive at camp nel deserto e check-in., At sunset, we take the 4x4s to watch the sun go down., dinner in the countryside,
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Giorno 4 — Wahiba Sands → Masirah Island
Breakfast, Time to admire the sunrise and the beauty of the desert before meeting up to head towards Shannah to catch the ferry to Masirah Island. ‘Dune Crossing’ before reaching the sea. You will travel about 180 km through the sand dunes, passing by the largest mosque in the desert, built by Sultan Qaboos for the local population.
We board the ferry to reach Masirah Island.
Check in at Masirah Island Resorts, dinner and overnight stay.,
Giorno 5 — Masirah Island
Breakfast, Full day at leisure with a guide to discover the island's natural beauty.
Turtle sightings are most likely between September and December, and whale sightings between February and March.
Overnight stay at a hotel on Masirah Island.,
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Giorno 6 — Masirah Island → Ras Al Hadd
Breakfast, In the morning, take the ferry back to the mainland and continue your journey to Ras al Jinz. Travel along the Omani coast before reaching Turtle Beach.
After dinner (not included), take a trip to the beach to see the turtles that come ashore at night.
Overnight stay at the Turtle Beach Resort hotel.,
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Giorno 7 — Ras Al Hadd → Muscat
Breakfast, Check out and departure for Muscat. The road starts in Sur and ends in Quriyat, allowing you to admire the clear waters of the Gulf of Oman and the beautiful beaches. Stop at Wadi Tiwi to visit a typical Omani village.
Continue to Bimah Sinkhole, a crater in the ground with green water pools inside, where the inland waters meet the sea. Return to the 4x4s to cross the mountains to Wadi Al Arbeen.
After lunch, continue to Muscat. Overnight stay in Muscat (dinner not included).,
Giorno 8 — Muscat
Breakfast, Visit the magnificent Grand Mosque, built with sandstone and marble. A beautiful Swarovski chandelier and a huge handmade Persian carpet adorn the main prayer hall. After an architectural competition to select the best design for Sultan Qaboos' Grand Mosque, construction took six years. Please observe the dress code for visiting the mosque: women must cover their hair, arms and legs completely; men must wear long trousers and a long-sleeved shirt/T-shirt. Visits are not possible on Fridays., airport transfer, it is necessary to book a flight departing after 14,
Notes
ROOMS: The rooms are always and only for 1 or 2 beds. The terms triple, quadruple, family room refer solely to the number of occupants, who will be accommodated in the existing beds (maximum 2 beds). An additional bed (rollaway), even if requested at the time of booking, is always subject to availability and payment of a local supplement. Requests for rooms with a double bed or twin beds, connecting rooms, adjacent rooms, on higher or lower floors, etc., are always subject to availability and are never guaranteed.. DISABLED: passengers with various types of disabilities can participate as long as they are self-sufficient. In fact, the means of transportation are not equipped with ramps to facilitate boarding and disembarking, and for insurance and safety reasons, neither the driver nor the conductor are authorized to assist passengers. Therefore, the presence of a travel companion who can provide all the necessary assistance is mandatory. Any wheelchairs must be of standard size, foldable, and must fit in the luggage compartment (general information subject to the rules and acceptance of the local service provider). Reservations are always upon request.. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.. MINIMUM AGE: 5 years old. SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on buses and in hotels.. HOTEL FINAL LIST: indicated in the travel documents. HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or the planned accommodations if required by unforeseen circumstances and if necessary for the safety and smooth continuation of the trip.. HOTEL, CHECK-IN: as a rule, rooms are assigned starting from 2-3 pm; any early check-in is at the hotel's discretion. The request for a guaranteed early assignment requires booking an extra night prior to arrival.. INTOLERANCES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REGIMES: food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, etc.) and special dietary regimes (vegan, etc.) must be communicated at the time of booking. Special menus or treatments are not provided or guaranteed, but we will do our best to accommodate the needs of participants. Notifications made after arrival will not be taken into consideration.. PUNCTUALITY: we recommend respecting the scheduled times. No refunds are provided for services missed due to customer delays.. REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay.. HEALTH / VACCINATIONS: Participants must be aware of the itinerary and their own physical ability to handle it; it is recommended to always check the Viaggiare Sicuri website for the latest updates on necessary and recommended vaccinations and prophylaxis..
Starts from
8 days / 6 nights - from Jebel Shams to Muscat,
Meals
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 5 dinners
Price includes
Price does not include
Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage. Medical-luggage-cancellation insurance. Unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general. Tip. Flights and airport taxes. Airport porterage, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes".
